Welcome to another exhilarating week of NFL action. Week 4 was marked by standout performances, historic achievements, and thrilling victories. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the key highlights from this action-packed weekend.
Rookie Quarterbacks Shine
Rookie quarterbacks took center stage, demonstrating poise and talent well beyond their years. Caleb Williams, the first overall pick, continues to impress. Williams made history by becoming the first quarterback in the common-draft era to win his first two home starts in the same year. After leading the Chicago Bears to a narrow Week 1 victory over the Tennessee Titans, Williams extended his winning streak at home with a 24-18 triumph against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4.
Meanwhile, Bo Nix showed resilience and determination in his game against the New York Jets. Although he struggled in the first half, finishing with negative yardage, Nix turned the tide in the third quarter, throwing for 60 yards and leading the Denver Broncos to the game's only touchdown. The Broncos clinched a closely contested 10-9 victory over the Jets.
Jayden Daniels also joined the rookie quarterback success story, leading the Washington Commanders to a resounding 42-14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Daniels was remarkably accurate, completing 86.7% of his passes. This performance made him the first quarterback in NFL history to complete at least 85% of his passes in two consecutive games. Remarkably, the Commanders have an over .500 record through four weeks for the first time since 2011.
A Week of Historic Milestones
This week was particularly notable as it marked just the third time in NFL history that three rookie quarterbacks have won in the same week during the first four weeks of the season; a feat previously achieved in 2012 and 2016. Their abilities to lead their teams to victories signal a bright future for the league.
Outstanding Individual Performances
Beyond the rookies, several established stars delivered stellar performances. Jared Goff was flawless against the Seattle Seahawks, completing 100% of his passes. His precision was pivotal in the Detroit Lions’ 42-29 victory.
Jayden Daniels was not the only quarterback to put on a show—Jared Goff's perfect completion rate against the Seattle Seahawks underscored his exceptional control and accuracy on the field. Such impeccable play helped drive the Lions to a high-scoring 42-29 win.
Team Victories and Strong Performances
The Tennessee Titans dominated the Miami Dolphins, securing a decisive 31-12 victory. In a thrilling encounter, the Atlanta Falcons edged out the New Orleans Saints 26-24, showcasing the canny tactics and resilience that have become their hallmark.
In another close contest, the Minnesota Vikings triumphed over the Green Bay Packers with a 31-29 win. The Indianapolis Colts managed a narrow victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers, finishing 27-24. A solid performance by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw them comfortably defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 33-16.
The Cincinnati Bengals overcame the Carolina Panthers with a 34-24 win, while the Houston Texans edged out the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20. The Las Vegas Raiders managed to hold off the Cleveland Browns, achieving a 20-16 victory.
The San Francisco 49ers displayed dominance in a 30-13 win over the New England Patriots, while the Kansas City Chiefs' controlled performance secured a 17-10 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Baltimore Ravens put forth a commanding display, defeating the Buffalo Bills 35-10, and the Dallas Cowboys rounded off the week with a 20-15 win against the New York Giants.
As the season progresses, these standout performances and thrilling matches are setting the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable NFL season. Stay tuned as the excitement unfolds and new stars continue to emerge.