Cyclones in the NFL: A.J. Klein, Leonard Johnson continue to impress
By Brian Spaen
Two former Iowa State defenders had more great days in the NFL last Sunday, but just one had their team get a big victory.
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- A.J. Klein (Panthers) recorded seven tackles (four solo). Three of them happened in the first half and had two solo hits in the first drive of the second half.
- Kelechi Osemele (Ravens) was praised by center Jeremy �Zuttah, who said he has the best guards in the league. He had another great day, aiding in the line which didn’t allow a sack and allowed Joe Flacco to just get hit twice. They also allowed three tackles for loss.
- Leonard Johnson (Buccaneers) had eight tackles (four solo) and deflected a pass. He had three tackles in the last drive in the first quarter. He also picked up a defensive holding call early in the second quarter which gave the Steelers a first down and eventually got a touchdown.
- Ahtyba Rubin (Browns) didn’t play as Cleveland was on a BYE week. Jeremiah George (Jaguars) was inactive.
Game times, TV schedule
Here’s the Week 5 schedule in the NFL. The Oakland Raiders and Miami Dolphins, who were in London last week, are on a BYE.
All games on Sunday unless noted. Odds last updated early Wednesday morning.
| Away Team | Home Team | Time (CT) | TV | Spread (Total) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| �Vikings (2-2) | Packers (2-2) | 7:25 PM (THU) | CBS/NFLN | -9 (48) |
| �Bears (2-2) | Panthers (2-2) | 12:00 PM | FOX | -2.5 (46) |
| �Browns (1-2) | Titans (1-3) | 12:00 PM | CBS | +1.5 (44) |
| �Rams (1-2) | Eagles (3-1) | 12:00 PM | FOX | -7 (48) |
| �Falcons (2-2) | Giants (2-2) | 12:00 PM | FOX | -4 (50.5) |
| �Buccaneers (1-3) | Saints (1-3) | 12:00 PM | FOX | -10 (48.5) |
| �Texans (3-1) | Cowboys (3-1) | 12:00 PM | CBS | -6 (48.5) |
| �Bills (2-2) | Lions (3-1) | 12:00 PM | FOX | -7 (44.5) |
| �Ravens (3-1) | Colts (2-2) | 12:00 PM | CBS | -3.5 (48) |
| �Steelers (2-2) | Jaguars (0-4) | 12:00 PM | CBS | +7 (46.5) |
| �Cardinals (3-0) | Broncos (2-1) | 3:05 PM | FOX | -7.5 (49) |
| �Chiefs (2-2) | 49ers (2-2) | 3:25 PM | CBS | -6.5 (45) |
| �Jets (1-3) | Chargers (3-1) | 3:25 PM | CBS | -7 (44) |
| �Bengals (3-0) | Patriots (2-2) | 7:30 PM | NBC* | +1.5 (46) |
| �Seahawks (2-1) | Redskins (1-3) | 7:30 PM | ESPN** (MON) | +7.5 (46) |
Local FOX games will also be available on FOX Sports Go (cable/satellite authorization required).
*Game also available on NBC Live Extra (cable/satellite authorization required).
**Game also available on WatchESPN (cable/satellite authorization required).