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NFC South Standings, Week 6: Saints slip to No. 2 during bye

How did the NFC South race shake up with the New Orleans Saints sidelined for their bye week? The Buccaneers, New Orleans’ chief competition for a fourth consecutive division title, won their game handily, and the Falcons pulled off a surprising road win. But the Panthers were overwhelmed by the still-rolling Chicago Bears.

Here’s what the NFC South standings look like after Week 6, with division records listed in parentheses.

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Tom Brady’s Buccaneers stunned the undefeated Green Bay Packers in a blowout, playing their best football on defense in a 38-10 win.