NFC East remains undecided after four weeks of tight games
Four weeks into the NFL season, the NFC East shows no clear leader as the Giants, Eagles and Cowboys each hold a 2-2 or 3-1 record, while the Commanders lag behind.
The NFC East has no obvious front-runner after the first four weeks of the NFL season, with each of the three leading teams holding a record of either 3-1 or 2-2. The New York Giants sit at 3-1 overall and 1-0 in division play, the Philadelphia Eagles are 2-2 (1-0 in the division) and the Dallas Cowboys are also 2-2 (1-1 in the division). The Washington Commanders trail at 1-3 and 0-2 in the division after a 30-13 loss in London.
The Giants have won their last two games despite starting quarterback Jaxson Dart’s season-ending injury, relying on backup Jameis Winston. Their most recent victory, a 36-24 win over Arizona, was secured when defensive back Deonte Banks returned an interception 98 yards for a touchdown in the final seconds. Coach John Harbaugh said, "We’re in a good position four games in, but it’s only four games in. We can play so much better."
In Philadelphia, the Eagles fell short of a comeback against the Los Angeles Rams, losing 24-20 after a missed fourth-down attempt in the fourth quarter. Coach Nick Sirianni accepted responsibility, stating, "I know when we’re 0-for whatever we were today, everybody has a hand in that. I have to do a better job."
Dallas avoided a 1-3 start with a 34-30 win over Houston, highlighted by Dak Prescott’s 40-second, game-winning touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb, who recorded 17 receptions for 189 yards. Lamb expressed support for offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, saying, "I just want Schotty to know that I got his back. I’m with him."
Overall, the division remains tightly contested, with scoring differentials ranging from the Cowboys’ +10 to the Commanders’ -34, and no team having established a decisive lead.