Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season features key matchups after the Browns' win over the Steelers. ESPN analysts provide 15 predictions across upsets, stat lines, fantasy sleepers, and touchdown scorers. Pamela Maldonado picks three underdogs: the Broncos (+3) at 49ers, citing Bo Nix's pressure struggles and San Francisco's missing Nick Bosa; the Falcons (+2.5) at Saints, highlighting Bijan Robinson's advantage against New Orleans' weak run defense; and the Cowboys (+3) at Texans, noting Houston's defensive vulnerabilities.
Seth Walder projects stat lines for three players, while Eric Moody identifies fantasy sleepers including Panthers TE Darren Waller versus Lions. Matt Bowen predicts touchdown scorers like Lamar Jackson and Jameson Williams. Ben Solak offers wild-card calls, questioning if Broncos can upset 49ers, if Rams CB Trent Mc Duffie sustains his start vs. Eagles, and whether Bears coach Ben Johnson has a trick play vs. Jets.
The analysis blends betting, analytics, and fantasy insight for Sunday and Monday games.
Source: ESPN NFL · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing