Overview
- Michael Penix Jr., who returned in Week 3, revitalized the Atlanta offense by completing 18-of-25 passes for 256 yards with one touchdown and no sacks in a 35-14 win over Green Bay.
- The Kansas City Chiefs improved to 3-0 but acknowledged persistent pass-protection problems as Patrick Mahomes absorbed repeated blind-side hits with rookie left tackle Kahlil Benson struggling against Miami rushers.
- Drake Maye's struggles continued in a 35-6 loss to Jacksonville as he finished 14-of-25 with two interceptions and two fumbles, raising urgent questions about New England's plan at quarterback.
- Tampa Bay’s Baker Mayfield suffered a dislocated right thumb that is likely to cost him time pending MRI results, and the move to backups highlights how injuries can derail a team's early season hopes.
- Chicago will start veteran Case Keenum on Monday night after Caleb Williams was ruled out with a hamstring injury, a decision that underscores how thin QB depth is forcing teams to pivot quickly and adjust game plans.