McCarthy's readiness may come down to more than the health of his ankle. His rhythm and timing in the pocket need to improve, as well.

Week 7 will conclude with yet another Monday Night Football doubleheader. The Detroit Lions (4-2) will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) and the Seattle Seahawks (4-2) will host the Houston Texans (2-3). The Buffalo Bills (4-2) and Baltimore Ravens (1-5) are on a bye in Week 7, riding two- and four-game losing streaks, respectively.

The Red Raiders have asserted themselves as one of the very best teams in the country, and that doesn't seem likely to change tonight. Texas Tech has jumped all over Kansas in the early going, and its rushing attack is slicing the Jayhawks' defense.

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The Bills suffered their first loss of the season in Week 5, falling 23-20 to the division rival New England Patriots. Buffalo failed to cover as a 4-point home favorite as the Under (48.5) cashed. TE Dalton Kincaid provided a spark,

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills (4-1) are in Atlanta to play Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons (2-2) in the early game. On a bye last week, the Falcons are hoping the week off gave them the time to get their offense on track.