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Sunday, October 4

Matthew Stafford Engineers 40th Career Comeback in Rams Win

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 32 of 51 passes for 317 yards and two first-half interceptions in a 24-20 victory over Philadelphia. Overcoming early miscues, Stafford led two fourth-quarter touchdown drives to erase a 10-point deficit, marking his 40th career fourth-quarter comeback and 51st game-winning drive to place him in elite NFL history.

Drake Maye Throws Three Touchdowns in Upset Win Over Bills

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed 22 of 37 passes for 269 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while rushing for 54 yards in a 29-26 win over Buffalo. Overcoming three fumbles and a 17-7 halftime deficit, Maye drove New England late and delivered a go-ahead 23-yard touchdown pass to Efton Chism III with 1:50 remaining.

Khalil Shakir Leads Bills Wide Receivers With Eight Targets

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir caught seven of eight targets for 82 yards in a 29-26 loss to the New England Patriots. Shakir led the Bills by running 31 routes and played a vital role in the passing game as Buffalo was forced to play from behind following an early injury departure by teammate DJ Moore.

Keon Coleman Steps Up With 116 Yards and TD in Bills Loss

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman caught six of 7 targets for a team-high 116 yards and a go-ahead 34-yard touchdown in a 29-26 loss to New England. With DJ Moore exiting early due to a shoulder injury, Coleman operated as Josh Allen's top target, converting multiple third downs. He now has 14 receptions for 217 yards and a touchdown through four games.

DJ Moore Suffers Shoulder Injury in Bills Loss to Patriots

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver DJ Moore left a 29-26 loss to New England in the second quarter after aggravating a previous shoulder injury. ESPN reports the issue is not considered long-term, leaving his Week 5 status against the Rams uncertain. Moore recorded one catch and one carry before exiting, bringing his season totals to 12 receptions for 178 yards and a touchdown.

Hunter Henry Matches Route Lead in Patriots' Win Over Bills

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New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry matched wide receiver Romeo Doubs for the team lead by running 29 routes during Sunday's 29-26 victory over the Buffalo Bills. Henry served as a steady security blanket for quarterback Drake Maye as New England engineered a second-half comeback to secure a crucial divisional road win.

Romeo Doubs Scores Two Touchdowns in Patriots Win Over Bills

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New England Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs caught six of nine targets for 58 yards and two touchdowns in a 29-26 victory over Buffalo. Serving as New England's top option with A.J. Brown sidelined, Doubs set season highs in catches and targets while scoring on 14-yard and 2-yard receptions to lead the team to a tight divisional road win.

Rhamondre Stevenson Scores Touchdown and Two-Point Conversion in Win

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New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson rushed 13 times for 47 yards and a touchdown while catching three of five targets for 27 yards in a 29-26 win over Buffalo. Stevenson scored on a one-yard run in the second quarter and caught a crucial two-point conversion late. He suffered a minor right knee injury late in the game and walked off.

Daniel Jones Posts Two Turnovers and Rushing TD in Win Over Washington

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones completed 19 of 34 passes for 143 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception against Washington in Week 4. Jones also rushed for two yards and a touchdown on four carries while losing a fumble after being sacked in London. Having thrown an interception in every game, he guided the Colts to a 30-13 victory.

Laquon Treadwell Leads Quiet Colts Receiving Corps in London

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Laquon Treadwell caught five of six targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Commanders in London. Treadwell tied for the team lead in targets and led the Colts in both catches and receiving yards, working mostly underneath to provide veteran depth for an offense missing key pass-catchers.

Ashton Dulin Active for Colts' International Game in London

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin was active for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Washington Commanders in London. Dulin stepped into an expanded depth role on the active roster with Keenan Allen out of the lineup and Alec Pierce on injured reserve, offering veteran support for the team's receiving corps.

Josh Downs Disappears in Quiet Passing Game Against Washington

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs caught three passes for 16 yards on four targets against Washington in Week 4. Downs stepped into an expanded role as key targets were sidelined by injuries. Daniel Jones threw for only 143 yards as the Colts built a lead and relied on a ground game that featured 30 team carries in the 30-13 win.

Tyler Warren Catches Five Passes in Colts' Week 4 Win Over Washington

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Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren caught all five of his targets for 41 yards in a 30-27 victory over the Washington Commanders in London. Warren tied for the team high in catches as the Colts leaned on a ground-heavy attack after Washington lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to injury. Warren has produced a 23-130-2 line on 27 targets through four games.

Jonathan Taylor Bulldozes Top Run Defense With Two Scores in London

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Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor rushed for 95 yards on 20 carries and scored two touchdowns in a 30-13 victory over Washington in London. Taylor heavily anchored the offense, extending his NFL record for most international touchdowns with six. His multi-score performance helped the Colts bounce back to a 2-2 record after an early two-game skid.

Antonio Williams Garners Eight Targets in Relief Duty

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Washington Commanders offensive option Antonio Williams saw extensive involvement in the passing game during Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. With Terry McLaurin inactive due to a hamstring injury, Williams hauled in looks from backup quarterbacks as Washington leaned heavily on its depth players to sustain offensive drives in London.

Terry McLaurin Inactive Against Colts Due to Hamstring Injury

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin was inactive for Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts in London due to a hamstring injury sustained late in the week. Despite pushing to play, he missed the contest, which funneled extra targets to Stefon Diggs. McLaurin is expected to have a solid chance to return in Week 5 against the New York Giants.

Stefon Diggs Leads Washington Receivers With Five Grabs in Week 4

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs stepped in as the primary passing target for Marcus Mariota in a Week 4 game against Indianapolis in London. Diggs caught five of nine targets for 35 yards, leading the team in receptions while carrying an expanded workload following the late inactive ruling for top receiver Terry McLaurin due to a hamstring injury.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt Stalls in Week 4 Loss to Colts

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Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt carried the ball nine times for a season-low 15 yards and caught two passes for 35 yards in a 30-13 loss to Indianapolis. Croskey-Merritt salvaged his production with a 35-yard screen pass in the first quarter, leading the backfield with 11 touches while operating alongside Austin Ekeler with Rachaad White sidelined.

Austin Ekeler Returns to Significant Backfield Role in Week 4

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Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler returned to a significant role in the backfield during a Week 4 matchup against Indianapolis in London. Following quarterback Marcus Mariota's early exit due to a knee injury, Ekeler contributed four rushing attempts for 29 yards and one catch for 11 yards, operating efficiently as Washington fell 30-13.

Athan Kaliakmanis Forced Into NFL Debut After Mariota Injury

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Seventh-round rookie quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis stepped in for Washington after starter Marcus Mariota exited with a right knee injury against Indianapolis in London. With Jayden Daniels inactive, Kaliakmanis completed 15 of 33 passes for 186 yards, one touchdown, and one interception while facing heavy pressure. Washington ultimately fell 30-13 to the Colts.