The Minnesota Vikings narrowly dodged a remarkable comeback attempt by the Green Bay Packers, securing their fourth consecutive win. Minnesota fans watched with bated breath as Jordan Love injected life into the Packers' offense late in the game, though it proved insufficient to bridge the gap.
Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominated the Philadelphia Eagles in a convincing rout. The Eagles' defense allowed 33 points, their struggles highlighted by numerous missed tackles. To compound their woes, Philadelphia played without their top two wideouts, relying on Jalen Hurts to lead the offense and star running back Saquon Barkley to continue his impressive performances on the ground. As the Eagles look forward to an early bye in Week 5, they hope the break will provide critical rest and recovery time for their weary roster.
In Los Angeles, D'Andre Swift had a breakout performance against the Rams, propelling the Chicago Bears to a convincing win. Roschon Johnson also made his presence felt in the red zone, contributing to what has become a dynamic 1-2 punch in the Bears' rushing attack. With sustained momentum, this balanced ground game could significantly benefit quarterback Justin Fields and head coach Matt Eberflus' defense moving forward.
The Indianapolis Colts enjoyed a hard-fought victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, though the win came with its share of setbacks. Quarterback Anthony Richardson continues to be plagued by injury concerns, and the Colts' injury list grew alarmingly after Sunday's game.
Elsewhere, the Cincinnati Bengals' offensive juggernaut was on full display as Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase led the team to a 34-point showing. Burrow and Chase's synergy brought a spark to the Bengals' offense, revitalizing their season's prospects.
Adverse weather conditions set the stage for a challenging matchup between the New York Jets and Denver Broncos. In the end, the Jets' defense stifled Aaron Rodgers' efforts, rendering the Broncos' offense ineffective in a tough contest.
The San Francisco 49ers secured a victory against the New England Patriots, showcasing the resilience of quarterback Brock Purdy. Despite missing key offensive weapons at full capacity, Purdy's effective play underscored the 49ers' credentials as serious contenders in the NFC West race.
The Los Angeles Rams faced another setback in a tough loss to the Bears. Chicago capitalized on key opportunities to secure the win, exposing vulnerabilities in the Rams' game plan.
Over in Arizona, the Cardinals struggled to find their footing against the Washington Commanders. Unable to gain the upper hand, the Cardinals faced a frustrating defeat, raising questions about their ability to compete effectively for the remainder of the season.