Welcome to the Week 4 roundup of NFL action, where rookie quarterbacks took center stage and historic feats were accomplished. Let's dive into the highlights of an eventful week in the National Football League.
Emerging Rookie Quarterbacks
In Week 4, rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Bo Nix shone brightly, guiding their teams to impressive victories. Taken as the first overall pick, Caleb Williams secured his place in the record books by becoming the first quarterback in the common-draft era to win his first two home starts in the same year. Williams had already notched a Week 1 victory over the Tennessee Titans and continued his stellar performance by leading the Chicago Bears to a 24-18 win against the Los Angeles Rams.
On the other hand, Bo Nix found himself in a challenging matchup against the New York Jets. Despite a rough start with negative yardage in the first half, Nix demonstrated resilience. He threw for 60 yards in the third quarter and led the Denver Broncos to the game's only touchdown, clinching a narrow 10-9 victory.
Record-Breaking Performances
The week also saw Jayden Daniels leading the Washington Commanders to a dominating 42-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Daniels' precision passing was nothing short of spectacular, completing 86.7% of his throws. This marked Daniels' place in NFL history, as he became the first quarterback to complete at least 85% of his passes in two consecutive games. The Commanders, with a record over .500 through four weeks, have achieved this feat for the first time since 2011.
This week also entered the annals of NFL history as the third time three rookie quarterbacks have won in the same week during the first four weeks of the season, a rare occurrence previously seen only in 2012 and 2016.
Other Notable Performances
Veteran quarterback Jared Goff delivered a flawless performance, completing 100% of his passes against the Seattle Seahawks, leading the Lions to a 42-29 victory. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans showcased their dominance with a 31-12 triumph over the Miami Dolphins.
In a nail-biter, the Atlanta Falcons edged out the New Orleans Saints with a 26-24 win. The Minnesota Vikings emerged victorious in another close contest, defeating the Green Bay Packers 31-29. The Indianapolis Colts managed a narrow victory as well, overcoming the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers commanded the field with a decisive 33-16 win against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Cincinnati Bengals also delivered a strong performance, defeating the Carolina Panthers 34-24.
The Houston Texans pulled off a win against the Jacksonville Jaguars with a 24-20 scoreline, while the Las Vegas Raiders secured a 20-16 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The San Francisco 49ers dominated their matchup against the New England Patriots, winning 30-13.
In another noteworthy game, the Kansas City Chiefs bested the Los Angeles Chargers 17-10. The Baltimore Ravens were equally impressive, cruising to a 35-10 win over the Buffalo Bills. Lastly, the Dallas Cowboys wrapped up the week with a 20-15 win against the New York Giants.
Week 4 was a testament to the exhilarating unpredictability of the NFL, filled with historic achievements and thrilling games. With rookie quarterbacks rising to the occasion and seasoned veterans continuing to impress, the stage is set for what promises to be an unforgettable season. Stay tuned for more action as the NFL season unfolds.