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NFL Week 4 Roundup
Week 4 produced a series of statement games and stunning comebacks. The Atlanta Falcons routed the New Orleans Saints 45-24, with Bijan Robinson delivering a historic performance. Robinson dominated in primetime, and the win served as an NFC South statement. The Saints’ fans voiced their frustration, and quarterback Tyler Shough understood the boos after the blowout loss. Meanwhile, the Falcons’ resurgence has been fueled by Michael Penix Jr., who has been phenomenal during a two-game winning streak.
A trio of teams may have saved their seasons with fourth-quarter rallies. Bill Barnwell analyzed the comebacks by the Rams, Cowboys, and Patriots, questioning if they are now back on track. The Falcons also took a jab at the Saints in the Week 4 trolls roundup.
Injury Report
The injury report is headlined by Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who has an ankle sprain and a slim chance to play in Week. The Ravens are uncertain whether he will play Sunday night. Eagles running back Tank Bigsby is headed to injured reserve after core muscle surgery, while teammate Saquon Barkley is week-to-week. Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota has an MCL sprain, but Jayden Daniels is set to practice in full.
The 49ers' Kyle Juszczyk is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a knee sprain and bone bruise. Chiefs wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is expected back in 12-16 weeks from a dislocated ankle. Bengals receiver Tee Higgins is day-to-day with an adductor issue. Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II avoided a long-term injury, but the team must adjust without him. Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper has a season-ending torn Achilles.
Roster Moves and Transactions
The Seahawks plan to sign veteran running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad with rookie Kenny Price on IR. Free agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill could sign with a new team soon, and a reunion with the Chiefs makes sense. Cowboys guard Tyler Smith is hoping to make his season debut Thursday against the Bucs. The Bears will start Tyson Bagent at quarterback against the Packers. Eric Karabell lists top free agent pickups like Kirk Cousins and Keon Coleman for Week.
Power Rankings and Analysis
The updated NFL Power Rankings assess where the final three undefeated teams stand after four weeks. Ben Solak thinks the Jaguars might be the AFC’s best team, and questions if Ben Johnson is Coach of the Year. We overreact to Week, including whether the Chiefs are the league’s best and if trouble is looming in Philly. The top 10 upsets in Super Bowl history are ranked, and all-time rosters have been named for 23 teams with multiple Super Bowls.
Quotes, Incidents, and Other News
Joe Burrow and Cee Dee Lamb fueled Week 4’s best quotes. Bills defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson dismissed Patriots hero Efton Chism III as a “practice squad player.” The NFL suspended two officials for conduct toward players. Sean McVay says Rams coaches will learn from an incident with Eagles fans. Former Bears linebacker Otis Wilson was in an altercation with security at Soldier Field. How Malik Willis prepared for his second chance in Miami. The punt block that unified New Orleans and defined the Falcons-Saints rivalry is revisited. Tips to win a short-season knockout league are provided, and sportsbooks adjust after early-season injuries.