Welcome to an exhilarating recap of Week 4 in the NFL, where rookies stole the spotlight and made significant impacts on the field.
Rookie Quarterbacks Shine
One of the biggest stories of the week was the stellar performances of rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Bo Nix. Caleb Williams, the first overall pick, continued to impress by leading the Chicago Bears to a 24-18 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. This win marked a historic feat as Williams became the first quarterback in the common-draft era to win his first two home starts in the same year. Previously, Williams had secured a Week 1 victory against the Tennessee Titans.
Meanwhile, Bo Nix demonstrated resilience despite a shaky start against the New York Jets. The Denver Broncos rookie faced significant challenges in the first half, struggling with negative yardage. However, he turned things around in the third quarter, throwing for 60 yards and leading the Broncos to the game's only touchdown. This effort secured a narrow 10-9 win over the Jets, marking an important milestone in Nix's budding NFL career.
Record-Breaking Jayden Daniels
Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders also made headlines with a standout performance. Daniels not only led the Commanders to a dominant 42-14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, but he also completed an astounding 86.7% of his passes. This achievement made him the first quarterback in NFL history to complete at least 85% of his passes in two consecutive games. Thanks to Daniels' efforts, the Commanders boast an over .500 record through four weeks for the first time since 2011.
A Historic Week for Rookies
This week marked only the third time in NFL history that three rookie quarterbacks secured wins in the same week within the first four weeks of the season. This rare occurrence had previously been seen only in 2012 and 2016, underscoring the exceptional talent entering the league this year.
Other Notable Games
Week 4 was not solely about rookie triumphs. Veteran quarterback Jared Goff completed 100% of his passes as he steered the Detroit Lions to a 42-29 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. Elsewhere, the Tennessee Titans dominated the Miami Dolphins 31-12, and the Atlanta Falcons edged out the New Orleans Saints 26-24 in a closely contested match.
The Minnesota Vikings managed to outlast the Green Bay Packers with a 31-29 win, while the Indianapolis Colts squeaked by the Pittsburgh Steelers, finishing 27-24. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers delivered a convincing 33-16 win against the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Cincinnati Bengals triumphed over the Carolina Panthers 34-24.
Wrapping Up the Highlights
In other action, the Houston Texans narrowly defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20, and the Las Vegas Raiders held off the Cleveland Browns for a 20-16 victory. The San Francisco 49ers showcased their prowess by beating the New England Patriots 30-13, while the Kansas City Chiefs overcame the Los Angeles Chargers with a 17-10 win.
The Baltimore Ravens dominated the Buffalo Bills with a 35-10 win, demonstrating their strength on both sides of the ball. Lastly, the Dallas Cowboys secured a 20-15 victory over the New York Giants, capping off an eventful Week 4 in the NFL.
As the season progresses, these early standout performances, particularly from the rookie quarterbacks, set an exciting tone for what’s to come. Fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching to see how these young players continue to develop and impact their teams.