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Red-zone mistakes and costly turnovers shaped a pivotal Week 7 Sunday, turning scoring chances into missed opportunities for the Saints, Ravens and Titans. In Detroit, D.J. Wonnum’s blocked field-goal attempt helped the Lions escape after Dan Campbell’s risky fourth-down call backfired. Miami, meanwhile, ended its winless start when rookie safety Michael Taaffe intercepted Geno Smith during the Jets’ comeback attempt.

By the Numbers
  • The Saints had the ball 6 times and scored 10 points.
  • The Ravens led 13-0 at halftime before losing their lead in the third quarter.
  • The Dolphins beat the Jets 28-25, ending an 0-6 start.
  • Miami’s 15-play, 91-yard touchdown drive took nearly 9 minutes.
Yes, But

Some pivotal decisions remain debatable: the Ravens might have needed points more than a chance to take the lead, while Campbell’s fourth-down gamble put Detroit in immediate danger. The Lions’ win was secured in part by a missed field goal, making the outcome fortunate rather than proof the gamble was sound.

Bottom Line

In a close game, wasted chances near the end zone can matter as much as big plays. Turnovers and failed fourth-down attempts repeatedly shifted momentum—and sometimes left teams relying on an opponent’s mistake to survive.