Quarterbacks are football’s leaders on the offense, and being in the spotlight makes them a moving target on the field. How do things look for the trailblazing playmakers this week?

Oregon is at Utah, who just beat USC. Oregon has a 6-1 record, with one loss this season to Washington, and QB Bo Nix has a completion percentage of 78% with one interception so far. The Utes have a strong football program despite a lot of injuries but struggle when it comes to stopping other teams. Can Oregon hold them off and score another win?

The Miami Dolphins are 10 ½ point favorites over the New England Patriots. The Patriots usually have a losing record when playing in Miami, but with several Dolphins injured and by putting pressure on QB Tua Tagovailoa, they might have a chance. Or will QB Mac Jones be the key to giving New England the victory?

Do the Green Bay Packers have the advantage over the Minnesota Vikings, point-and-a-half underdogs, defending at home at Lambeau Field? Is Jordan Love finally settled in with Green Bay and ready to shine? The Vikings have won the last 3 out of 4 games, and do they have QB Kirk Cousins to thank for that?

The NY Jets, 3-point favorites on the road, won’t wear themselves out traveling to play the NY Giants. Does Tyrod Taylor, reportedly the Giants’ QB for the upcoming game, have some extra agility on the field that might be just what they need to send the Jets on a quick trip back home?

What about the Bengals against the 49ers? With Brock Purdy suffering from a concussion, and if the rest of the San Francisco team is a little more banged up than they’re letting on, could Cincinnati have the advantage?

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