Welcome to the Week 4 NFL roundup, where rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Bo Nix showcased their potential on the gridiron, and Jayden Daniels made history with a flawless passing performance.
Caleb Williams Shines Bright
Entering the league as the first overall pick, Caleb Williams has quickly proven himself a standout player. In Week 1, Williams led the Chicago Bears to victory over the Tennessee Titans. Fast forward to Week 4, and Williams continues to make history. Becoming the first quarterback in the common-draft era to win his first two home starts in the same year, Williams delivered a stellar performance against the Los Angeles Rams, guiding the Bears to a 24-18 win.
Bo Nix's Tale of Two Halves
Bo Nix had a rocky start against the New York Jets, struggling with negative yardage in the first half. However, the Denver Broncos' quarterback turned the game around in the third quarter, throwing for 60 yards and ultimately leading his team to the game's only touchdown. That crucial play secured a narrow 10-9 victory for the Broncos over the Jets, proving Nix’s resilience and potential.
Jayden Daniels Makes History
Jayden Daniels also had a standout performance this week, orchestrating a resounding 42-14 win for the Washington Commanders over the Arizona Cardinals. Daniels completed an astonishing 86.7% of his passes, becoming the first quarterback in NFL history to achieve at least 85% completion in two consecutive games. This victory also marked a turning point for the Commanders, who boast a record above .500 through four weeks for the first time since 2011.
Historic Week for Rookie Quarterbacks
This week's results are significant as it’s only the third time in NFL history that three rookie quarterbacks have won in the same week during the first four weeks of the season. This rare occurrence was previously seen only in 2012 and 2016, highlighting a memorable week for these new talents.
Jared Goff's Perfect Game
Week 4 also saw a flawless performance from Jared Goff, who completed 100% of his passes against the Seattle Seahawks. This precision passing led the Detroit Lions to a commanding 42-29 victory, cementing Goff’s reputation as a reliable and efficient quarterback.
Other Notable Performances
The Tennessee Titans handed the Miami Dolphins a 31-12 defeat, while the Atlanta Falcons edged out the New Orleans Saints with a close 26-24 win. The Minnesota Vikings triumphed over the Green Bay Packers in a tight 31-29 game, and the Indianapolis Colts managed a 27-24 victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Elsewhere, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers overpowered the Philadelphia Eagles 33-16, and the Cincinnati Bengals bested the Carolina Panthers 34-24. The Houston Texans clinched a 24-20 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars, while the Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Cleveland Browns 20-16. In another lopsided matchup, the San Francisco 49ers routed the New England Patriots 30-13.
The Kansas City Chiefs outplayed the Los Angeles Chargers with a 17-10 scoreline, and the Baltimore Ravens dismantled the Buffalo Bills in a decisive 35-10 win. Finally, the Dallas Cowboys wrapped up the week with a 20-15 victory over the New York Giants.
With a mix of record-setting performances, unexpected victories, and burgeoning new talent, Week 4 has laid the foundation for what promises to be an exciting NFL season ahead.