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NFL Week 4: You’ve Got to See These Rivalry Games

Author Anne Erickson
TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 25: Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a pass defended by Reed Blankenship #32 of the Philadelphia Eagles during the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium on September 25, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

The 2023 season has just gotten started, but we’ve already seen plenty of ups and down and surprises. I mean, who would have thought that Aaron Rodgers would be out with an injury for his entire first season with the New York Jets? I was really looking forward to seeing him play with the Jets, so that was a bummer. Also, the Detroit Lions pulling off their opening game win against the Kansas City Chiefs, the reigning Super Bowl champions, was a stunner. I always knew the Lions had it in them, since I’m a longtime fan, but it was amazing to actually see them pull it off. Well, we’re into week four for the NFL, and you’ve got to see these rivalry games.

Looking at this weekend’s games, it’s going to be a fun one. So, get your popcorn ready, and get comfy on the couch. Here are some hype-worth games on tap.

NFL Week 4: You’ve Got to See These Rivalry Games

  • The Detroit Lions head to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football. Whoever wins takes the NFC North division lead. Both the Lions and Packers are doing well, so far, this season. Both also have good quarterbacks, so it should be a right game.
  • The Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills are up against each other on Sunday. It’s a big rivalry right now without the AFC East.
  • Also Sunday, the Baltimore Ravens are at the Cleveland Browns. This should make for an interesting AFC North game.
  • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are up against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, bringing some drama to the NFC South.
  • While the Vikings and Panthers game might not qualify as a “rivalry game,” I’m looking forward to watching it. It’s Sunday at the Panthers.

Which games are you watching this weekend, and which rivalries are you following this season? Reach out to me on socials, and let’s chat about it!

10 Best NFL Teams Going Into the 2023 Season

  • 10. Baltimore Ravens

    I could have put these guys higher, as the Baltimore Ravens are solid in 2023. What they have that a lot of teams – even good teams – don’t have is a fantastic defense. As they say, defense wins games. So, they’re Super Bowl contenders, but I see them struggling against the teams coming up on this list.

  • 9. Detroit Lions

    Okay. You might say I’m a bit biased here, since I’m a Detroiter and a Detroit Lions fan. But, nearly every NFL critic has the Detroit Lions in their top 15 going into the new season. Some even having them winning the Super Bowl. I really think that Dan Campbell, Jared Goff and company have what it takes to make it to the playoffs the year. As for the Super Bowl? I could see them there in the next few years.

  • 8. Seattle Seahawks

    I kind of consider the Seattle Seahawks the surprise team for 2023. They tend to fly under the radar on best-of lists, but they’ve got one of the best offenses in the NFL. Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet are magic.

  • 7. Dallas Cowboys

    The Dallas Cowboys have been flirting with getting to the Super Bowl, and they’re almost there. They have a super tight defense, and now, their offense has solidified. They’ve got new star players in Stephon Gilmore, Brandin Cooks and Mazi Smith, which will certainly help.

  • 6. Buffalo Bills

    The Buffalo Bills were favorites to make it to the Super Bowl last season, but they fell towards the end of the season. Still, they’re one of the strongest teams in the league, and now, they have something to prove.

  • 5. San Francisco 49ers

    I know, I know. How could I put the San Francisco 49ers as low as No. 5 on this list? Many think they’ll go all the way this year. Hey, I think they’re strong and definitely Super Bowl Contenders. But, the teams that follow will be hard to beat. In any case, the 49ers’ coaching staff is fantastic, so that will help.

  • 4. Cincinnati Bengals

    The Cincinnati Bengals have been nickel-and-diming their way to the top. They have strong defenses and offenses, plus recently added left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to their defense roster. With their A-list roster of players and smart coaching staff, they could go all the way.

  • 3. New York Jets

    I’m ready for the hate mail. (But, please, don’t send it!) Pretty much every NFL critic has the New York Jets in their top 10, or even top five, this season. But, selecting them as No. 3 is stepping out on a limb a bit for me. That said, as a Lions fan, I’ve watched Aaron Rodgers over the years. I know he’s not always easy to take. But, he’s still one of the most talented quarterbacks in the league. Now, he’s with a new team, and that team is stacked. As I see it, the New York Jets could go all the way this season, or they could be a total flop. Flip a coin.

  • 2. Kansas City Chiefs

    While most NFL critics have the Kansas City Chiefs as their No. 1 pick going into the season, I’ve put them at No. 2. That said, they are so, so close to my No. 1 pick, so it could go either way. The Kansas City Chiefs were fantastic in the Super Bowl earlier this year. They took home a definitive win. They also still have a solid, strong roster, including the head of it all, Patrick Mahomes. I really think Mahomes is a modern-day Brady. He’s already proved himself on the field over and over again. Also, he’s still very young, so he could be an elite quarterback for years to come.

  • 1. Philadelphia Eagles

    Honestly, picking the No. 1 best NFL team going into the new season was very difficult. Any team in the top five could have had this slot. But, I’m going with the Philadelphia Eagles. Why? Well, we already know that they’re talented and a strong team. But, so are the other teams on this list. So, what sets them apart? I believe what sets them apart is that they’re hungry. After losing in the Super Bowl, Jalen Hurts are company are hungrier than ever to finish up that unsettled business. I think this is the year they’ll do it.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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