The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Houston Texans 34-30 in Week 4 of the NFL season, securing the win with a 12-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb with 2:23 remaining. Lamb recorded 17 receptions for 189 yards, the second-highest single-game reception total in franchise history, ESPN reported.
CeeDee Lamb Sets Franchise Reception Mark
Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb’s 17 catches during the victory over Houston represent the most receptions by any NFL player since Keenan Allen recorded 18 in Week 3 of the 2023 season, according to ESPN Research. The Cowboys’ winning drive spanned 11 plays and 74 yards to overcome a four-point deficit in the final minutes of the game.
Carolina Panthers Stop Detroit Lions
The Carolina Panthers defeated the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football after forcing a turnover on downs with 2:06 remaining in the game. Quarterback Bryce Young threw for 329 yards and two touchdowns, both caught by wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, who finished with 14 catches for 192 yards. Running back Chuba Hubbard added 122 rushing yards and two touchdowns to the Panthers’ effort.
Seattle Seahawks Force Four Turnovers
The Seattle Seahawks secured a victory against the Los Angeles Chargers by recovering a fumble caused by a sack of quarterback Justin Herbert with 1:42 left in the game. Seattle’s defense forced four total turnovers, three of which were attributed to Herbert, with two of those turnovers resulting in touchdowns for the Seahawks.
Los Angeles Rams Overcome Philadelphia
The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Philadelphia Eagles after outscoring them 14-0 in the second half. Kyren Williams scored the winning touchdown on a 7-yard run with 1:10 remaining. The victory was sealed when the Eagles turned the ball over on downs in the final minute.
San Francisco 49ers Maintain Undefeated Record
The San Francisco 49ers remain undefeated after defeating the Denver Broncos, holding the Broncos to 296 total yards and one touchdown. The 49ers’ offensive line has not allowed a sack this season, making them the first team to achieve zero sacks through four games since the 2005 Indianapolis Colts, per ESPN Research.
Jacksonville Jaguars Shut Down Cincinnati
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in a wire-to-wire victory. While Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards, the team managed only two touchdowns despite totaling 437 yards of offense. Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence contributed 223 passing yards and one touchdown.
Cleveland Browns Win Third Straight
The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football with a field goal scored with 10 seconds remaining. This win marks the first time the Browns have won three consecutive games since 2023. ESPN Research notes that Deshaun Watson is now the second Browns quarterback since 1970 to lead three straight winning drives in the fourth quarter or overtime.
NFL Week 4 Performance Summary
| Team | Key Performer | Stat Line |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys | CeeDee Lamb | 17 rec, 189 yards, 1 TD |
| Carolina Panthers | Tetairoa McMillan | 14 rec, 192 yards, 2 TD |
| Carolina Panthers | Chuba Hubbard | 122 rush yards, 2 TD |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | Trevor Lawrence | 223 pass yards, 1 TD |
Common Questions About Week 4 Results
Which team has the best pass protection in the NFL right now?
The San Francisco 49ers have not allowed a sack through the first four games of the season, a feat not accomplished by any team since the 2005 Indianapolis Colts.
How does CeeDee Lamb’s performance compare to league history?
Lamb’s 17 catches are the second-most in Cowboys franchise history and the highest single-game total in the NFL since Keenan Allen’s 18 receptions in September 2023.
The 49ers’ current sack-free streak is the first of its kind in the league since the 2005 season.
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