Williams returns, Winston benched as Mahomes matches Brady in Week 6

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 51m1 min read

Caleb Williams is back, Jameis Winston was benched and Patrick Mahomes equaled Tom Brady. All the highlights from Week 6 Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: Caleb Williams returned to action in Week 6 of the 2026 NFL regular season. Jameis Winston was benched during the week's games. Patrick Mahomes matched a mark held by Tom Brady.

Why it matters: Williams' return settles the starting quarterback spot after his absence. Winston's benching forces a change under center going forward. Mahomes joining Brady adds historical weight to the week's results.

What to watch: Week 7 will show who starts after the Week 6 quarterback moves.

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@usatodaysports 2026-10-19T16:51:34.482782+00:00

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