Rams Claim NFC’s Top Spot as Eagles Stumble in Key Week 12 Showdowns

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Rams Claim NFC’s Top Spot as Eagles Stumble in Key Week 12 Showdowns

The 2025 NFL season continued to unfold dramatically in Week 12, with the Los Angeles Rams seizing the top position in the NFC standings amid fierce competition. The Rams’ victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Philadelphia Eagles’ loss to the Dallas Cowboys shifted the power dynamics within the conference.

Rams Capture NFC’s Top Seed

On Sunday, the Rams improved their record to 9-2 by defeating the Buccaneers 31-7. This decisive win propelled Los Angeles to the top of the NFC standings.

Matthew Stafford showcased his MVP-level play, completing 25 of 35 passes for 273 yards and three touchdowns.
Stafford extended his impressive streak, throwing 27 consecutive touchdowns without an interception as recorded by the Elias Sports Bureau.

Eagles Stumble Against Cowboys

The Eagles faced a setback, losing 24-21 to the Cowboys after leading 21-0 early in the game. Despite starting strong, Philadelphia’s offense faltered in the second half.

Quarterback Jalen Hurts threw for three touchdowns but could not lead his team to victory.
Critical fumbles by Saquon Barkley and Xavier Gipson further compounded the Eagles’ issues.

Other Notable Matches

Several other games also made headlines in Week 12:

The Pittsburgh Steelers fell to the Chicago Bears with a score of 21-14, as Mason Rudolph stepped in for the injured Aaron Rodgers.
Shedeur Sanders earned his first victory as the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns, beating the Las Vegas Raiders 20-13.
In a surprise performance, the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Arizona Cardinals in overtime, moving to a strong 7-4 season record.
The Green Bay Packers triumphed over the Minnesota Vikings, thanks in part to a standout performance from edge rusher Micah Parsons.

Injury Updates and Future Matches

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield exited the game against the Rams due to a shoulder injury, raising eyebrows about his availability for the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals. Meanwhile, the Chiefs narrowly defeated the Indianapolis Colts, improving their record to 7-4 in a much-needed win as they aim to make a playoff push.

As the season progresses, all eyes will remain on whether the Rams can maintain their leading position and how the Eagles will respond after their setback against Dallas. Fans can expect an exciting finish as teams vie for playoff spots in the closing weeks of the season.