Week 4 of the 2025 fantasy football season is upon us, and quarterback decisions are crucial. This week presents a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges for fantasy managers. Let's break down the key players and their potential for success.
**Top Tier Quarterbacks:**
* **Jordan Love:** Facing a weak Dallas defense, Love has a prime chance to bounce back from a subpar Week 3. His potential for a big game is high, making him a strong QB1 option.
* **Drake Maye:** Maye continues his strong showing after a shaky start, posting QB4 and QB7 finishes in his last two games. This week against the Panthers, presents a test of his continued improvement, but the matchup is favorable.
* **Daniel Jones:** Maintaining consistency with impressive yardage averages, Jones faces a tougher test against the Rams' improved pass defense. While his high-scoring potential remains, the risk is elevated.
**Mid-Tier Quarterbacks:**
* **Jalen Hurts:** Despite a stunning comeback in Week 3, Hurts faces a tougher challenge in Week 4 against the Buccaneers, who are more vulnerable through the air. He remains a strong option, but caution is advised.
* **Justin Herbert:** With Najee Harris out for the season, the Chargers' passing game should increase, making Herbert a safer bet against the Giants.
* **Patrick Mahomes:** While Mahomes' rushing stats were down last week, his deep throws remain a significant threat. With Xavier Worthy potentially returning, the Chiefs' aerial attack could explode against the Ravens.
* **Jared Goff:** After a quiet road game, Goff returns home to a favorable matchup, but the Browns' defense shouldn't be underestimated. He offers a solid floor but less upside.
**Lower-Tier Quarterbacks & Streamers:**
* **Caleb Williams:** Facing the Raiders presents a decent opportunity. The Raiders have allowed a high number of passing yards and fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks so far this season. This is likely to be his best opportunity in several weeks.
* **Dak Prescott:** With CeeDee Lamb injured, Prescott is less attractive and doesn't warrant streamer consideration against the Packers' strong defense.
* **Brock Purdy/Mac Jones:** Purdy’s status is uncertain, making Mac Jones a low-ceiling backup option with the 49ers' depleted skill positions.
* **Baker Mayfield:** Mayfield’s Week 4 outlook is complicated. Mike Evans' injury and the Eagles' tough defense could limit his performance.
* **Kyler Murray:** Murray faces a tough Seahawks defense, lowering his fantasy potential.
* **Trevor Lawrence:** Lawrence's potential remains tied to the 49ers' defensive health and could be a riskier start this week.
* **Bo Nix:** Nix's performance has been inconsistent, making him a risky play against the Bengals.
* **Carson Wentz:** While Wentz outperformed J.J. McCarthy last week, the Pittsburgh defense presents a tougher challenge, making him a less desirable streamer.
Remember to monitor injury reports and news leading up to game day for the most up-to-date information. Good luck with your fantasy lineups!
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Originally published at: https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/football/news/2025-week-4-fantasy-football-rankings-qb
