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Monday, October 5

Devaughn Vele Secures WR2 Finish Following Late-Game Touchdown

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Devaughn Vele accounted for just one reception on two targets for two yards in the first half before finishing with six receptions on nine targets for 54 yards and a touchdown as the Saints were forced to pass at a high rate to overcome a heavy deficit. His garbage-time score with under two minutes remaining helped propel him to a WR2 finish in Week 4, totaling 17.4 PPR points despite underlying volume risks moving forward in the New Orleans offense.

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. Shines in First Start for Eagles in Week 4

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In his first career start filling in for Zack Baun, Eagles linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. delivered an aggressive and physical performance against the Rams. Trotter showcased elite open-field tackling, shed blocks effectively in the run game against Kyren Williams, and displayed surprising coverage athleticism by limiting Davante Adams and Puka Nacua. His standout film performance highlights his potential to earn increased defensive snaps going forward.

Chris Olave Secures Eight Catches For 116 Yards In Loss

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New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave secured eight of 12 targets for 116 yards in the team's 45-24 loss to the Falcons, marking his second straight 100-yard effort and third of the season. Olave extended his streak of games with double-digit targets to four, maintaining his elite WR1 production. He took a hard hit to the knee on the final drive and went to the sideline, but did not enter the medical tent ahead of a Week 5 matchup against Minnesota.

Brian Robinson Rushes For Three Touchdowns Against Saints

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Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson added 14 carries for 62 yards and three touchdowns in the team's dominant 45-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night. Capitalizing on red-zone opportunities with scores from four, eight, and 11 yards out, Robinson helped the Falcons tie a franchise record with five rushing touchdowns to move into a tie atop the NFC South while logging double-digit carries for his third straight game.

Bijan Robinson Piles Up 145 Yards And Two TDs In MNF Rout

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Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson delivered an elite RB1 performance in a 45-24 rout of the Saints, opening with a 59-yard touchdown run. He finished with 19 carries for 145 yards and two scores, plus a 2-yard catch, totaling 27.7 PPR points. Robinson tied Emmitt Smith for the most 50-plus yard rushing TDs in MNF history with three, bringing his season totals to 494 rushing yards and four touchdowns while powering the Falcons' dominant offensive display.

Tetairoa McMillan Explodes For 192 Yards And Two TDs In Win

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Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan delivered one of the most explosive performances of Week 4, earning a stellar 93.5 overall PFF grade. McMillan torched the Detroit Lions for 192 receiving yards and two touchdowns on 14 catches, anchoring the Panthers' offense and securing a spot on the NFL Week 4 Team of the Week in a 32-26 victory. His monster outing marks the second-most receiving yards in franchise history.

Kenneth Walker III Makes Historic Franchise Run In Chiefs Victory

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Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker put up 177 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries in Sunday’s 30-27 victory over the Raiders, highlighted by a 76-yard scamper and a 22-yard game-sealing score. Walker became just the third player in NFL history to rush for at least 170 yards twice in his team’s first four games. He currently leads the NFL with 537 rushing yards, 6.2 yards per carry, and 621 total scrimmage yards ahead of a Week 5 bye.

CeeDee Lamb Delivers Historic 17-Catch Performance For Dallas

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Dallas Cowboys star receiver CeeDee Lamb delivered a historic Week 4 performance, catching 17 passes on 21 targets for 189 yards and a go-ahead touchdown with 43 seconds left against Houston. Leading the NFL in receptions and yards, Lamb was estimated as a full participant in Monday's walkthrough despite a thigh injury. He recorded catches against six different defenders to anchor the Dallas offense, earning an elite PFF grade for his clutch outing.

Drake Maye Rebounds With Three Touchdowns In Upset Over Bills

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye rebounded with a stellar performance in a Week 4 road upset over the Buffalo Bills. Maye completed 22-of-37 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns, including a game-winning 73-yard fourth-quarter drive ending in a one-handed TD catch by Efton Chism III. Despite two turnovers, Maye added eight rushes for 54 yards, earning Player of the Week honors and lifting New England to a 2-2 record.

Kyle Pitts Shows Uptick In Production During Falcons Blowout

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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts secured all three of his targets for 47 yards in the team's 45-24 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night. Pitts finished second in receptions and tied for runner-up status in targets on a night when the ground attack dominated. His final line marked a vast improvement over his first three games, and his growing rapport with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. bodes well heading into a Week 5 matchup against the Ravens.

Juwan Johnson Stays Busy With Six Catches In Week 4 Loss

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New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson secured six of eight targets for 59 yards in the Saints' 45-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night. Johnson benefited from increased offensive involvement alongside teammates like Tyler Shough while tight end Noah Fant remained sidelined due to an abdominal injury. The veteran tight end has recorded at least 53 receiving yards in every contest this season to maintain a strong fantasy floor.

Alvin Kamara Returns From Knee Injury To Score Two Touchdowns

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New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara briefly exited Monday's game against Atlanta due to a knee injury in the third quarter before returning to action. He scored two rushing touchdowns on three and five-yard runs, tying Deuce McAllister's franchise record with his 14th multi-rushing TD game. Serving as the lead back with Travis Etienne sidelined, Kamara finished with 7 carries for 23 yards and 5 catches for 35 yards in the 45-24 loss.

Dak Prescott Carves Up Texans For 331 Yards In Shootout Win

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Quarterback Dak Prescott engineered a crucial game-winning drive and carved up the Houston Texans secondary for 331 yards on a 71% completion rate, securing a thrilling 34-30 victory. Powered by a great second half from Prescott and a career day from CeeDee Lamb, the Cowboys improved to 2-2. Prescott's exceptional precision and command of the offense have quickly launched him into early-season MVP conversations as Dallas chases the division lead.

Michael Penix Jr. Leads Falcons To Dominant Prime-Time Victory

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Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. led the Atlanta Falcons to a decisive 45-24 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, improving his record to 2-0 as the team's starter this season. Penix completed 15 of 20 passes for 223 yards and a touchdown, orchestrating a high-powered offense under coordinator Tommy Rees. His stellar 127.7 passer rating reflected a dominant performance as Atlanta firmly placed itself in the NFC South race.

Drake London Leads Falcons With 96 Yards In Victory

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London brought in five of six targets for 96 yards in the team's 45-24 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night. London set the pace for Atlanta's pass catchers for the second straight contest, continuing to quickly build strong chemistry with quarterback Michael Penix following his return to the lineup.

Travis Etienne Remains Sidelined For New Orleans Backfield

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New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne remained sidelined due to injury during the team's Week 4 Monday Night Football matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, leaving Alvin Kamara to take on the primary workload as the lead running back for the New Orleans offense.

Noah Fant Ruled Out For Monday Night Football Due To Injury

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New Orleans Saints tight end Noah Fant was officially ruled out and listed as inactive for Monday Night Football against the Atlanta Falcons due to an abdominal injury that had him labeled questionable. With Fant sidelined, rookie Oscar Delp is expected to see an increased share of offensive snaps behind starting tight end Juwan Johnson in New Orleans' game plan.

Rashid Shaheed Deployed Out Of Backfield Due To Injuries

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed was deployed out of the backfield in Week 4 due to running back injuries, recording two carries for 33 yards, highlighted by a 28-yard touchdown run against the Chargers. Coach Mike Macdonald noted the team practiced the package throughout camp. Through four games, Shaheed has tallied seven catches for 73 yards, three carries for 37 yards and a touchdown, alongside active duties returning punts and kicks.

Jake Matthews Ruled Out With Groin Injury In Monday Night Matchup

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Atlanta Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews was ruled out of Monday night's game against the New Orleans Saints due to a groin injury sustained in the first quarter. The injury puts his consecutive start streak—the longest active run in the NFL at 199 games—in jeopardy. Matthews watched the remainder of the scoring drive from the sideline after leaving the field, with Michael Jerrell stepping in at left terminal. It remains unclear if the issue will impact Sunday's game.

Marcus Davenport Retires From NFL After Release From Bears Squad

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Veteran defensive end Marcus Davenport requested and was granted his release from the Chicago Bears practice squad, and he officially intends to retire at age 30. Davenport had just made his season debut Sunday in a 23-12 win over the Jets, logging 12 defensive snaps and recording one tackle and one pressure. Drafted 14th overall by the Saints in 2018, he finishes his career with 25.0 sacks across 78 regular-season appearances, having battled various injuries.