Gridiron Update
Hosted by Big Dill
About This Episode
Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: NFL News - scores, highlights and news
Transcript
(INTRO)
Hey there, sports fans! Welcome back to Big Dill Sports, where we dive deep into the thrilling world of the NFL. I'm your host, Dillon, and today, we're breaking down all the action from Week 4. Let's get right into it!
Let's start with a powerhouse performance from the Kansas City Chiefs, who took down the Baltimore Ravens 37-20. Patrick Mahomes showcased his usual magic, hitting a milestone with his 250th career touchdown. The Chiefs were on fire, converting every fourth down attempt and keeping turnovers at bay. Xavier Worthy's return was nothing short of spectacular, racking up 121 yards. Unfortunately for Baltimore, Lamar Jackson had to leave the game due to a hamstring injury.
Meanwhile, the New York Giants snatched their first win against the Los Angeles Chargers, 21-18. Rookie QB Jaxson Dart made a memorable first start, rushing for a touchdown and connecting for his first career passing TD. Kudos to Dru Phillips for an electrifying interception return. However, the victory came with a heavy heart as Malik Nabers suffered a season-ending ACL tear.
Over in New England, the Patriots crushed the Carolina Panthers 42-13. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye impressed with both his feet and his arm, leading an offensive onslaught. Let's not forget Marcus Jones' phenomenal 87-yard punt return for a touchdown. The Patriots' dominance was clear, outgaining Carolina in every aspect.
Green Bay and Dallas treated fans to a thrilling 40-40 tie. It was a game of back-and-forth fireworks, featuring six lead changes. Jordan Love and Romeo Doubs provided plenty of highlights, with Doubs catching two touchdown passes. In a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats, neither team budged in overtime.
Across the pond in London, the Minnesota Vikings edged out the New Orleans Saints 28-25. Kirk Cousins was precise, connecting with Greg Joseph for the game-winning field goal. Special teams played a crucial role in tilting the balance for the Vikings, while the Saints struggled with key misses.
(STANDOUT PLAYER STATISTICS)
Now, let's spotlight some standout performances.
Patrick Mahomes stood tall with 270 yards and four touchdowns for the Chiefs. Over in Giants land, Jaxson Dart made his mark, both rushing and passing for key touchdowns. Marcus Jones put on a show with his breathtaking punt return. And we can't overlook Romeo Doubs in Green Bay, who made some pivotal plays with his two TD catches.
Each week, we crown a player who’s a true 'big dill'—a standout for all the right reasons. This time, it's Patrick Mahomes for his leadership and stellar play against the Ravens. Hats off to Mahomes for continuously raising the bar!
(NEWS & INJURIES)
On the injury front, Lamar Jackson's condition is pending further evaluation. The Giants will sorely miss Malik Nabers, while the Saints must reassess their kicking unit after a tough day in London.
(LOOKING AHEAD)
Looking ahead to Week 5, the Chiefs aim for victory against the Bengals on Monday Night Football. The Giants hope to continue their momentum as they host the Saints. The Patriots are headed to Vegas, while the Packers welcome the Cardinals. And don't miss Minnesota's NFC North clash with the Lions.
That's it for today's Gridiron Update. Stay tuned for more updates and don't forget to catch midweek insights as teams prepare for another exciting Sunday. Thanks for tuning in to Big Dill Sports. Catch you next time!
## NFL Week 4 Scores (Sunday, September 28, 2025)
- Kansas City Chiefs 37, Baltimore Ravens 20 ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai))
- New York Giants 21, Los Angeles Chargers 18 ([bigblueview.com](https://www.bigblueview.com/new-york-giants-scores-and-results/138230/final-score-giants-get-1st-win-knock-chargers-from-ranks-of-unbeaten-21-18?utm_source=openai))
- New England Patriots 42, Carolina Panthers 13 ([patspulpit.com](https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-game-reports/110238/patriots-panthers-highlights-nfl-week-4-jones-maye?utm_source=openai))
- Green Bay Packers 40, Dallas Cowboys 40 (OT) ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Green_Bay_Packers_season?utm_source=openai))
- Detroit Lions 34, Cleveland Browns 10 ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Cleveland_Browns_season?utm_source=openai))
- Minnesota Vikings 28, New Orleans Saints 25 (London) ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/34685588/nfl-week-4-takeaways-learned-big-questions-every-game-future-team-outlooks?utm_source=openai))
Additional Sunday results included the Buffalo Bills downing the Atlanta Falcons 23-17; Houston Texans cruising past the Tennessee Titans 57-14; Cincinnati Bengals edging the Jacksonville Jaguars 31-20; Los Angeles Rams outlasting the Indianapolis Colts 35-30; Arizona Cardinals topping the San Francisco 49ers 18-15; Tampa Bay Buccaneers nipping the New York Jets 25-23; and Denver Broncos defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 16-10.
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## Game Recaps & Highlights
### Chiefs 37, Ravens 20
Patrick Mahomes orchestrated a dominant performance, completing 25 of 37 passes for 270 yards and four touchdowns—including his 250th career TD—while Kansas City converted all four of its fourth-down attempts and committed zero turnovers in the win over Baltimore. Xavier Worthy returned from injury to tally 121 yards on seven touches, and the Chiefs’ defense forced two turnovers and accumulated three sacks, all before Lamar Jackson exited in the third quarter with a hamstring issue. ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai)) ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai))
### Giants 21, Chargers 18
Rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart made a statement in his first NFL start, rushing for a 15-yard touchdown and engineering a key 3-yard shovel pass touchdown to tight end Theo Johnson. New York’s defense also provided a spark when cornerback Dru Phillips returned an interception 56 yards, setting up the go-ahead score. The Chargers mounted a late rally—with a 54-yard touchdown run by Omarion Hampton and a two-point conversion by Justin Herbert—but the Giants milked the final 18 seconds off the clock after Malik Nabers suffered what appears to be a season-ending ACL tear. ([bigblueview.com](https://www.bigblueview.com/new-york-giants-scores-and-results/138230/final-score-giants-get-1st-win-knock-chargers-from-ranks-of-unbeaten-21-18?utm_source=openai)) ([bigblueview.com](https://www.bigblueview.com/new-york-giants-scores-and-results/138230/final-score-giants-get-1st-win-knock-chargers-from-ranks-of-unbeaten-21-18?utm_source=openai))
### Patriots 42, Panthers 13
In New England’s home opener, rookie quarterback Drake Maye paid homage to his predecessor with a rushing TD and matched it with efficient passing, while special teams ignited the crowd when Marcus Jones returned a punt 87 yards for a score. Stefon Diggs caught six passes for 101 yards, including crucial third- and fourth-down conversions, and the ground game contributed multiple short-yardage touchdowns from TreVeyon Henderson and Antonio Gibson. The Patriots outgained Carolina in every phase and built a 42-6 lead before empty-net scores, signaling a comprehensive team resurgence. ([patspulpit.com](https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-game-reports/110238/patriots-panthers-highlights-nfl-week-4-jones-maye?utm_source=openai)) ([patspulpit.com](https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-game-reports/110238/patriots-panthers-highlights-nfl-week-4-jones-maye?utm_source=openai))
### Packers 40, Cowboys 40 (OT)
In a rare high-scoring tie, Jordan Love connected with Romeo Doubs twice for short touchdown passes, and Mason McManus drilled a 32-yard field goal with one second remaining in overtime to deadlock the game at 40. The contest featured six lead changes in the second half and marked Green Bay’s first tie since 2018. Both teams combined for 822 yards of offense before the stalemate. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Green_Bay_Packers_season?utm_source=openai)) ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Green_Bay_Packers_season?utm_source=openai))
### Vikings 28, Saints 25 (London)
Kirk Cousins completed 25 of 38 passes for 273 yards and relied on kicker Greg Joseph—who drilled five field goals, including the game-winner from 47 yards—to edge New Orleans in London. The Saints struggled with special teams, fumbling a punt and seeing Will Lutz miss a 61-yard attempt, while Andy Dalton was strip-sacked late in the first half, giving Minnesota a short field in a one-score game. ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/34685588/nfl-week-4-takeaways-learned-big-questions-every-game-future-team-outlooks?utm_source=openai)) ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/34685588/nfl-week-4-takeaways-learned-big-questions-every-game-future-team-outlooks?utm_source=openai))
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## Standout Player Statistics
- **Patrick Mahomes (KC):** 25/37, 270 yards, 4 TDs; 250th career touchdown pass ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai))
- **Xavier Worthy (KC):** 121 all-purpose yards on 7 touches ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai))
- **Jaxson Dart (NYG):** 15-yard rushing TD; first career passing TD ([bigblueview.com](https://www.bigblueview.com/new-york-giants-scores-and-results/138230/final-score-giants-get-1st-win-knock-chargers-from-ranks-of-unbeaten-21-18?utm_source=openai))
- **Marcus Jones (NE):** 87-yard punt return TD ([patspulpit.com](https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-game-reports/110238/patriots-panthers-highlights-nfl-week-4-jones-maye?utm_source=openai))
- **Stefon Diggs (NE):** 6 receptions, 101 yards ([patspulpit.com](https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-game-reports/110238/patriots-panthers-highlights-nfl-week-4-jones-maye?utm_source=openai))
- **Romeo Doubs (GB):** 2 TD receptions; 69 yards on 8 plays in first drive ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Green_Bay_Packers_season?utm_source=openai))
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## News & Injuries
- **Lamar Jackson (BAL):** Left Week 4 contest in the third quarter with a hamstring injury; pending further evaluation. ([arrowheadpride.com](https://www.arrowheadpride.com/kansas-city-chiefs-news/182678/final-score-chiefs-defeat-ravens-27-20-in-week-4?utm_source=openai))
- **Malik Nabers (NYG):** Suffered a likely season-ending ACL tear on a non-contact play; Giants list him as out for 2025. ([bigblueview.com](https://www.bigblueview.com/new-york-giants-scores-and-results/138230/final-score-giants-get-1st-win-knock-chargers-from-ranks-of-unbeaten-21-18?utm_source=openai))
- **Will Lutz (NO):** Missed two field-goals, including a 61-yard try in London; Saints will reassess kicking unit this week. ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/34685588/nfl-week-4-takeaways-learned-big-questions-every-game-future-team-outlooks?utm_source=openai))
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## Looking Ahead to Week 5
- The Chiefs (3-1) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals in Monday Night Football.
- The Giants (1-3) host the New Orleans Saints as Jaxson Dart looks for his first road win.
- New England (3-1) begins a West Coast swing at the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Green Bay (2-1-1) returns home to face the Arizona Cardinals.
- Minnesota (3-1) hosts the Detroit Lions in a pivotal NFC North showdown.
Stay tuned for midweek injury reports and game-planning notes as teams pivot toward Sunday’s Week 5 action.
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