The Tampa Bay Buccaneers held off the Dallas Cowboys 24–16 in Week 5 on October 8, 2026. Buccaneers outgained the Cowboys, 434 total yards to 366.

New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese earned a 90.5 PFF defensive grade against the Arizona Cardinals, making him the NFL's highest-graded rookie in Week 4. The fifth overall pick recorded three pass-rush wins on 13 opportunities and made several pivotal plays that contributed to turnovers. His 87.4 PFF coverage grade further highlighted a performance that showcased his impact across multiple phases of defense.

The NFL Week 4 special teams report highlights standout performances from gunners, vice players, long snappers and kick coverage and return units. Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jeffrey Bassa earned a 92.5 PFF kick coverage grade after forcing a late fumble against the Las Vegas Raiders.

PFF's 2026 NFL first-quarter All-Pro team features Lamar Jackson at quarterback and Kenneth Walker III at running back on the first-team offense. Will Anderson Jr. leads the defensive selections after earning 90.0-plus PFF grades as both a run defender and pass-rusher. Jackson, Walker and Anderson also earn MVP, Offensive Player and Defensive Player honors, respectively, through four weeks.

Cardinals receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and Chargers edge defender Tuli Tuipulotu highlight 15 NFL players who might be on the trade block before Nov. 10.

Lane Johnson retires after 14 seasons as one of the NFL’s premier pass-protectors and a cornerstone of the Philadelphia Eagles offensive line. He finished his career with 11,917 offensive snaps, six Pro Bowl selections, two first-team All-Pro honors and two Super Bowl titles. PFF Grades and advanced data show sustained excellence deep into his career, including a 97.2% pass-block win rate in 2026.

Abraham Lucas delivered one of the NFL’s most complete blocking performances in Week 4, combining clean pass protection with another strong run-blocking effort. The Seattle Seahawks tackle earned an 82.1 PFF pass-blocking grade without allowing a pressure and added a 78.3 run-blocking grade.

Giants linebacker Arvell Reese and Ravens center Vega Ioane were among the NFL's highest-graded first-round rookies during Week 4 action.

The Atlanta Falcons routed the New Orleans Saints 45–24 in Week 4 on October 5, 2026. Falcons outgained the Saints, 425 total yards to 320.

NFL Week 4 featured standout performances across all 15 completed games, with several players earning elite PFF grades. Tetairoa McMillan led the featured players with a 93.5 overall grade, while Lamar Jackson earned a 92.8 mark for Baltimore. CeeDee Lamb, T'Vondre Sweat and Akeem Davis-Gaither were also among the highest-graded performers highlighted from the week.

The NFL Week 4 Team of the Week features standout performances from C.J. Stroud, Tetairoa McMillan and Arvell Reese. Stroud earned quarterback honors, while McMillan produced 192 receiving yards and two touchdowns for Carolina. Reese earned a 90.5 PFF grade to claim Defensive Player and Rookie of the Week honors.

Travis Hunter finished Week 4 as the Jaguars' highest-graded defensive player, another milestone in his early sophomore season growth.

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The Carolina Panthers held off the Detroit Lions 32–26 in Week 4 on October 4, 2026.

The Seattle Seahawks held off the Los Angeles Chargers 30–23 in Week 4 on October 4, 2026.

The Kansas City Chiefs edged the Las Vegas Raiders 30–27 in Week 4 on October 4, 2026.

The San Francisco 49ers beat the Denver Broncos 24–14 in Week 4 on October 4, 2026. 49ers outgained the Broncos, 358 total yards to 303.

The Minnesota Vikings held off the Miami Dolphins 15–10 in Week 4 on October 4, 2026. Vikings outgained the Dolphins, 326 total yards to 215.