Week 4 of the 2025 NFL Season Recap
The 2025 NFL season has been nothing short of exciting, and Week 4 was no exception. The week was filled with dramatic finishes, significant upsets, and stars suffering season-ending injuries. The landscape of the season has been reshaped, and the stage is set for crucial divisional battles that lie ahead.
Micah Parsons’ Homecoming
The Sunday Night Football matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys was a highly anticipated game that did not disappoint. The game was a shootout, with multiple touchdowns from both teams, including Jordan Love and Dak Prescott. However, the game ended in a tie after a last-second field goal in overtime. Micah Parsons, the star edge rusher, had a critical defensive play, registering the only sack for the Packers when he chased down Prescott from behind on a second-and-goal play at the 4-yard line, tackling him for no gain. Parsons expressed his disappointment with the tie, saying, “I’m not even going to lie, I’m pissed off. I’m very disappointed, just overall how we performed.”
Patrick Mahomes Dominates Lamar Jackson
The Kansas City Chiefs dominated the Baltimore Ravens, winning 37-20. Patrick Mahomes looked like his old self, throwing for 270 yards and four touchdowns. The Chiefs’ defense forced two key turnovers, including an interception by Leo Chenal and a fumble recovery, which limited the Ravens to just 10 points in the first half. Lamar Jackson finished the game with 147 passing yards, completing 14 of 20 attempts, but also recorded his first interception and second turnover of the season with a fumble. The Ravens move to 1-3 on the season, while the Chiefs remain undefeated.
Undefeated Teams
The Philadelphia Eagles and the Buffalo Bills remain the only undefeated teams in the league. The Eagles handed the Tampa Bay Buccaneers their first loss of the season, winning 31-25. The Buccaneers mounted a fierce comeback in the second half, with quarterback Baker Mayfield connecting on explosive touchdown passes of 77 and 72 yards to Emeka Egbuka and Bucky Irving. However, the Eagles’ defense fought off the Bucs’ comeback attempt by forcing a fumble that led to a Saquon Barkley touchdown on a fake “tush push.” The Bills pulled out a tough 31-19 victory over the New Orleans Saints, with MVP quarterback Josh Allen passing for two touchdowns and running for another.
International Football
The Pittsburgh Steelers narrowly defeated the Minnesota Vikings 24-21 in Dublin, Ireland, in the first NFL regular-season game held in the country. The game was played at Croke Park, and the Steelers’ victory was significant for the team and the NFL. Coach Mike Tomlin spoke about the significance of the game, saying, “We talked a lot about the late, great Ambassador Rooney last night (at the team meeting). I know he’s smiling at us today. It’s just an honor to fulfill his vision, to bring NFL football to Dublin.”
Season-Ending Injuries
The Miami Dolphins won their first game of the season, but the squad was dealt a devastating blow after wide receiver Tyreek Hill suffered a season-ending leg injury. Hill sustained a dislocated knee with multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL, during the third quarter of the game against the New York Jets on Monday Night Football. The injury occurred after Hill caught a pass near the sideline, and his left leg twisted. Hill was immediately carted off the field and taken to a local hospital.
Conclusion
Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season was filled with excitement, drama, and significant upsets. The landscape of the season has been reshaped, and the stage is set for crucial divisional battles that lie ahead. The Philadelphia Eagles and the Buffalo Bills remain undefeated, while other teams are struggling to find their footing. The season-ending injury to Tyreek Hill is a significant blow to the Miami Dolphins, and the team will have to adjust without their star wide receiver. As the season continues, one thing is certain: the NFL is always full of surprises, and fans should always expect the unexpected.
