Week 5 of the NFL season concluded with 13 Maryland football alumni seeing the field.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Tai Felton received the largest opportunity of his young career against the New Orleans Saints.
Felton was named the wide receiver two on Sunday in Minnesota’s 23-13 win — He caught two passes on three targets for 27 yards from quarterback Kyler Murray. With veteran receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison dealing with injuries, it allowed Felton the opportunity to increase his impact.
For a third straight week, he was featured in the offense and not just restricted to special teams reps. Sunday marked his first career game where his playing time was offense only.
Felton saw 47 snaps out wide and in the slot in head coach Kevin O’Connell’s offense. The 23-year-old has played 125 offensive snaps through five games, already more than the 46 he received his rookie year.
The Vikings are 5-0 for the first time since 2024. It’s the second season they’ve reached this mark after 2016. Felton is building trust as a wideout, but will return to a rotational role once the room is fully healthy.
Minnesota has a Week 6 bye. The team returns to action at home Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. ET against the Indianapolis Colts on CBS.
2026 Alumni
- Jacksonville Jaguars safety Jalen Huskey played three kick coverage special teams snaps against the Philadelphia Eagles.
- New Orleans Saints offensive lineman Alan Herron remained on the practice squad for Week 5.
Players
- Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson caught four passes for 72 yards against the Los Angeles Rams.
- Miami Dolphins safety Dante Trader Jr. made seven tackles and defended a pass against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks made six tackles and defended a pass against the Washington Commanders.
- Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still made five tackles and defended a pass against the Seattle Seahawks.
- Dolphins defensive tackle Jordan Phillips made four tackles against the Bengals.
- Commanders tight end Chig Okonkwo caught four passes on six targets for 60 yards against the Giants.
- Vikings wide receiver Jeshaun Jones caught his first career reception for 32 yards against the Saints. Jones played 17 snaps, with six on offense and 11 on special teams.
- Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland missed one field goal attempt from 53 yards out against the Detroit Lions. Ryland did convert all three extra points.
- Las Vegas Raiders offensive lineman DJ Glaze played 64 snaps against the New England Patriots. Glaze played all snaps and received a 65.6 blocking grade for Pro Football Focus.
- Atlanta Falcons linebacker Josh Woods made one tackle against the Baltimore Ravens.
- Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Spencer Anderson played six blocking snaps on special teams against the Colts. Anderson played in his first game since Week 2 after suffering a right leg bone chip. In that Sept. 20 game against the Patriots, he allowed seven quarterback pressures and has not returned to his starting role.
- Bills wide receiver DJ Moore did not play against the Rams. He entered Monday questionable after reaggravated his left shoulder injury in Week 4. Moore was in a non-contact practice jersey Saturday, after missing Thursday and Friday.
- Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs was inactive with a hamstring injury against the Giants. Diggs was present and worked on the sideline with trainers in practice Thursday, but did not participate in team drills.
- Commanders safety Nick Cross did not play due to illness against the Giants. Cross practiced all three days, but was limited Thursday and Friday before being ruled out. There is a chance he plays in Week 6 after missing three games.
- Carolina Panthers offensive lineman Corey Bullock had a Week 5 bye.
Practice Squad & Injured Reserve
- Bengals safety Beau Brade remained on the practice squad for Week 5.
- Commanders defensive tackle Byron Cowart remained on the practice squad for Week 5.
- Dolphins offensive lineman Gottlieb Ayedze remained on the practice squad for Week 5.
- Chargers offensive lineman Josh Kaltenberger remained on the practice squad for Week 5.
- San Francisco 49ers defensive end Sam Okuayinonu remained on injured reserve due to September foot surgery. The team is hoping for a late season return.
- Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jakorian Bennett remained on injured reserve with a knee injury. The Eagles listed his status on IR with a designation to return, meaning he is expected back at some point but the team needs to activate his 21-day practice window. He was eligible to return in the Week 5 loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Other Notes
- Linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II was released from the Chicago Bears. Hyppolite and the Bears reached a settlement following being waived with an injury designation on Aug. 30. Hyppolite had shoulder surgery in September after the preseason. He had reverted back to the team’s IR after not being claimed in August. He is now a free agent.
- Longtime Terps running back Roman Hemby was elevated from the Raiders practice squad in Week 5 against the Patriots. However, Hemby did not play with starter Ashton Jeanty being active with foot and ankle injuries after entering Sunday questionable.
- Longtime Terps linebacker Chance Campbell was released from the Eagles practice squad with an injury settlement. The injury is undisclosed. Campbell appeared in Week 3 against the Bears where he played 11 special teams snaps. He is now a free agent.
Week 6 of the NFL season begins Thursday with the Seattle Seahawks at Denver Broncos on Prime.