Mahomes and Stafford enter Week 9 under ATS scrutiny

Stafford has 15 touchdowns and 8 interceptions in 2026.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 7m1 min read

What happened: Patrick Mahomes and Matthew Stafford face scrutiny entering Week 9 of the 2026 NFL regular season. Both veteran quarterbacks face questions regarding their recent performance against

Why it matters: Midseason consistency from veteran passers often dictates positioning as the regular-season playoff picture takes shape. Shifts in efficiency impact offensive output and market expectations heading into November.

By the numbers: Stafford has completed 204 of 303 passes for 2,146 yards with 15 touchdowns and 8 interceptions in 2026 through 8 games.

What to watch: Both quarterbacks take the field for Week 9 as teams enter the second half of the regular season.

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