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Week 1 NFL Winners and Losers: Colts, Raiders and Packers Rise as Patriots, Dolphins Falter

Early debuts alongside coaching resets reshaped first impressions across the league.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 07: Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins throws a pass during the third quarter against the Indianapolis Colts during the game at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 07, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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9/8/25

Overview

  • Indianapolis thumped Miami 33-8 for its first Week 1 win since 2013, with Daniel Jones debuting at 22-of-29 for 272 yards and a touchdown as Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel called his team embarrassing.
  • Pete Carroll’s Raiders opened with a 20-13 win over New England, as Geno Smith went 24-of-34 for 362 yards with one touchdown and one interception and Brock Bowers added five catches for 103 yards.
  • J.J. McCarthy led Minnesota back from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit for a road divisional win over Chicago in a promising first start.
  • Green Bay handled reigning NFC North champion Detroit, with Jordan Love steady and newcomer Micah Parsons impacting the defense to underscore the Packers’ contender credentials.
  • New England’s home start under Mike Vrabel sputtered as defensive upgrades struggled and rookie playmakers saw limited roles, while Dallas showed progress in a 24-20 loss to Philadelphia behind a solid Dak Prescott and 119 rushing yards.