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7 NFL truths we already believe after 4 weeks

Four weeks into the NFL season, the league’s early narrative has already been upended, with underdogs thriving and once-reliable stars failing to dominate as expected. The MVP race, once dominated by names like Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow, now feels wide open after none have established a clear lead.

Allen has shown flashes but hasn’t matched his 2025 peak, while Stafford has struggled, Jackson has dealt with injuries, and Burrow, though solid, hasn’t electrified. Meanwhile, lesser-known players like Brock Purdy (leading in passing touchdowns alongside Kirk Cousins) and Bryce Young are setting the pace in passing, while running backs Kenneth Walker and Bijan Robinson are on track for over 2,000 rushing yards each.

Even wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is poised for a historic 2,000-yard, 17-touchdown season, underscoring how many unexpected talents are shaping this season’s story so far—making a dark-horse MVP a real possibility by year’s end.

The Philadelphia Eagles, once among the league’s elite, are now mired in a 2-2 start with little to show for it. Their two wins came by single-digit margins over the Washington Commanders and Tennessee Titans, and their -18 scoring differential places them in the company of struggling teams like the Jets, Steelers, and Buccaneers.

Offensively, the Eagles remain inconsistent, while their defense, though serviceable, hasn’t faced a true powerhouse yet. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs have silenced doubters once again, with Patrick Mahomes leading a resurgent team back to the top of the standings.

After early skepticism, Kansas City has reasserted its dominance, proving that counting them out remains a risky bet.

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