The usual and not so usual suspectsAt the midway point of the NFL season, there have been way more surprise teams than usual. First, a look at the teams that have been a pleasant surprise:San Francisco 49ers -- By far the biggest eyebrow raisers. New Orleans Saints -- When Drew QB Brees went down with a thumb injury in Week Two, everyone was sure the Saints' season was over. But in stepped Teddy Bridgewater to fill the void and lead the Saints to five straight wins and a 7-1 mark. Coach Sean Payton brilliantly adjusted his offence to suit Bridgewater's skills and the Saints defence, ranked near the top of the league, has done the rest.

Source: Bangkok Post November 09, 2019 22:55 UTC