## Bengals QB Joe Burrow, Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield Highlight Players of the Week
### Burrow Leads Bengals to Another Triumph
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has been named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his outstanding performance in Week 13. Burrow led the Bengals to a 27-24 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, throwing for 286 yards and two touchdowns. He also rushed for 49 yards, including a key 15-yard run on Cincinnati’s game-winning drive.
Burrow has been on a tear of late, throwing for over 250 yards in each of his last five games. He has also accounted for 10 touchdowns during that span, helping the Bengals improve to 9-4 and move into contention for the AFC North title.
### Mayfield Impresses in Buccaneers Debut
Baker Mayfield, who was acquired by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a trade with the Carolina Panthers last week, made a resounding debut for his new team. Mayfield threw for 207 yards and two touchdowns, leading the Buccaneers to a 21-16 victory over the New Orleans Saints.
Mayfield’s performance was particularly impressive considering the fact that he had only a few days to learn Tampa Bay’s offensive system. He showed great chemistry with wide receiver Mike Evans, connecting with him for both of his touchdown passes.
### Other Notable Performances
In addition to Burrow and Mayfield, several other players had standout performances in Week 13:
* **Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott:** Rushed for 143 yards and a touchdown in a 28-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
* **Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman:** Had seven receptions for 103 yards and a touchdown in a 16-13 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
* **Los Angeles Rams CB Jalen Ramsey:** Recorded two interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown, in a 27-20 win over the Seattle Seahawks.
### Divisional Races Heat Up
With the NFL regular season entering its final stretch, several divisional races are heating up:
* **AFC North:** The Bengals and Baltimore Ravens are tied at 9-4 atop the division, with the Cleveland Browns (7-6) still in the mix.
* **AFC South:** The Jacksonville Jaguars (6-7) have won four straight games to move into contention, while the Tennessee Titans (7-6) and Indianapolis Colts (4-8-1) are also in the hunt.
* **NFC East:** The Philadelphia Eagles (11-1) remain in control of the division, but the New York Giants (8-4-1) and Dallas Cowboys (9-3) are both within striking distance.
* **NFC West:** The San Francisco 49ers (8-4) hold a narrow lead over the Seattle Seahawks (7-5) and Los Angeles Rams (4-8).
As the season winds down, these divisional races will intensify, with every game having major playoff implications.