Dallas rode a reshaped offensive line behind Dak Prescott to a 37-22 win over the Jets, with Prescott delivering four touchdowns and calm late drives. The four-new starters on the line held up, epitomizing the next-man-up mindset. The defense throttled Justin Fields with a season-best pressure rate and forced timely turnovers, while Ryan Flournoy broke out with 6 receptions and 114 yards.

Dallas also won the turnover battle for the second straight week, underscoring complementary football. The night highlighted leadership, depth, and poise—qualities Schottenheimer said define this team as it navigates injuries and continues to build toward a deeper, more dangerous stretch run.

Brandon Stephens delivered a notable Week 4 breakout for the Jets, showing improved coverage and strong tackling as New York battled Miami. He allowed just two yards on two targets, added seven tackles and a pass breakup, and posted a career-best coverage grade. The performance came amid a roster shuffle that could keep him in the mix even with Brownlee nearing health.

With Jarvis Brownlee potentially reclaiming snaps, Stephens’ fantasy impact rests on sustaining this level of play and the Jets’ defensive workload. For IDP and CB-streaming managers, this is a promising sign that Stephens can be a viable, if not steady, contributor in the near term, especially in favorable matchups.

Jets fall 29-27 to Tampa Bay as a late field goal decides the game. The o-line was overwhelmed by blitzes, stalling the offense and leaving Taylor in trouble early. Garrett Wilson carried the passing attack, but the rest of the WRs offered little relief, underscoring the need for a true WR2. Brandon Stephens struggled in coverage, and the free-agent signing looked like a misfit. Still, New York showed grit, with Will McDonald IV blocking a potential go-ahead kick to spark late-life optimism amidst an 0-3 start.