NFL Week 4 Grades: Lions Shine with 'A-', Dolphins Stumble to a 'D-' After Disastrous Loss

As we dive into the excitement of Week 4 in the NFL, it's time to hand out grades and highlight the thrilling performances that defined the weekend. This week proved particularly significant for rookie quarterbacks, showcasing some extraordinary moments that will long be remembered.

Among the standout players was Caleb Williams, who made history by becoming the first quarterback in the common-draft era to win his first two home starts in the same year he was selected first overall. After pivoting to success with a Week 1 victory over the Tennessee Titans, his momentum continued as he led the Chicago Bears to a dramatic win over the Los Angeles Rams, securing his place in NFL lore.

Joining Williams was Bo Nix. Despite a shaky start where he recorded negative yardage in the first half against the New York Jets, he rallied in the second half, accumulating 60 yards and securing the only touchdown in a nail-biting 10-9 victory for the Denver Broncos. This resilience emphasized the unpredictability and excitement rookie quarterbacks can bring.

Jayden Daniels was another highlight of the weekend, as he commanded the Washington Commanders to a stunning 42-14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Daniels' accuracy was remarkable; he completed 86.7% of his passes, making him the first quarterback in NFL history to achieve at least 85% completion in back-to-back games. This feat contributed to the Commanders reaching a winning record of over .500 for the first time in over a decade.

The synergy of rookie quarterbacks winning all at once is a rarity, marking only the third occurrence in NFL history where three rookie QBs won games within the first four weeks of the season, with previous instances in 2012 and 2016.

On a different note, Jared Goff made waves on Monday night by setting an NFL record for completing 100% of his passes in a game against the Seattle Seahawks. Goff’s precision was a key factor in the Detroit Lions’ impressive 42-29 victory, earning them an impressive grade of 'A-' for the week.

However, it wasn't all sunshine and rainbows. The Miami Dolphins had another story to tell, as they fell to the Tennessee Titans 31-12, leading to a disappointing grade of 'D-.' The Dolphins struggled to find their rhythm and faced significant challenges, leaving fans wondering if they can turn things around in the weeks ahead.

Here's a quick look at the Week 4 results:

Week 4 Results

- Tennessee 31 - 12 Miami - Detroit 42 - 29 Seattle - Atlanta 26 - 24 New Orleans - Chicago 24 - 18 L.A. Rams - Minnesota 31 - 29 Green Bay - Indianapolis 27 - 24 Pittsburgh - Denver 10 - 9 N.Y. Jets - Tampa Bay 33 - 16 Philadelphia - Cincinnati 34 - 24 Carolina - Houston 24 - 20 Jacksonville - Washington 42 - 14 Arizona - Las Vegas 20 - 16 Cleveland - San Francisco 30 - 13 New England - Kansas City 17 - 10 L.A. Chargers - Baltimore 35 - 10 Buffalo

With this week in the books, fans are left eager for what the next round of matchups brings, especially how the rookie quarterbacks will continue to develop and the returning teams will strive for redemption. The NFL season is heating up, making every game and every play critical as we advance further into the year!