Welcome to Week 4 grades, where rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Bo Nix stole the spotlight in the NFL. Their impressive performances not only led their respective teams to victory but also set remarkable records, highlighting a week filled with exhilarating football action.
Caleb Williams Shines Bright
Caleb Williams, the first overall pick in the draft, continues to make headlines. This week, he led the Chicago Bears to a 24-18 win against the Los Angeles Rams, showcasing his talent and composure on the field. Williams' performance in Week 4 builds on his successful debut in Week 1, where he secured a victory over the Tennessee Titans. With his latest win, Williams has become the first quarterback in the common-draft era to clinch his first two home starts in the same year.
Bo Nix's Redemption
Bo Nix faced a challenging start against the New York Jets, with negative yardage in the first half. However, the rookie quarterback made a remarkable comeback, throwing for 60 yards in the third quarter and ultimately leading the Denver Broncos to the game's only touchdown. The Broncos triumphed with a narrow 10-9 victory, showcasing Nix's resilience and potential as a game-changer.
Jayden Daniels Makes History
Not to be overshadowed, Jayden Daniels delivered a stellar performance for the Washington Commanders. Daniels completed an impressive 86.7% of his passes in their 42-14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. This achievement marks Daniels as the first quarterback in NFL history to complete at least 85% of his passes in two consecutive games. His leadership has propelled the Commanders to an over .500 record through four weeks, a feat not seen since 2011.
This week, however, holds another significant milestone. It marks 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, an occurrence previously seen only in 2012 and 2016.
Veterans Holding Their Own
While the spotlight was on the rookies, veteran quarterbacks also made noteworthy contributions. Jared Goff achieved a perfect completion rate against the Seattle Seahawks, leading the Detroit Lions to a 42-29 victory. The Tennessee Titans overpowered the Miami Dolphins with a solid 31-12 win, and the Atlanta Falcons narrowly defeated the New Orleans Saints 26-24 in a thrilling contest.
Other notable matches included the Minnesota Vikings' 31-29 victory over the Green Bay Packers and the Indianapolis Colts' 27-24 win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers delivered a decisive 33-16 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, while the Cincinnati Bengals took down the Carolina Panthers 34-24.
The Houston Texans edged out the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-20, and the Las Vegas Raiders secured a 20-16 win against the Cleveland Browns. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers dominated the New England Patriots with a 30-13 victory, and the Kansas City Chiefs bested the Los Angeles Chargers 17-10. The Baltimore Ravens also had a commanding performance, defeating the Buffalo Bills 35-10, and the Dallas Cowboys closed the week with a 20-15 victory over the New York Giants.
Week 4 in the NFL was a blend of rookie brilliance and veteran expertise, making it a week to remember. As these stories continue to unfold, fans can look forward to more thrilling battles and record-breaking performances in the weeks to come.