Week 4 is when we finally install opponent adjustments in our DVOA and DYAR stats, which makes this a good time to look at which players are really starring so far this season and which players are getting a boost from easy schedules.
Quarterback
Daniel Jones is still leading the league in DYAR after four weeks, although he wasn’t as good in Week 4 against the Rams and takes a bit of a hit from opponent adjustments. Jared Goff is now second and Matthew Stafford third.
Boosted by adjustments: Lamar Jackson, Patrick Mahomes, Brock Purdy
Hurt by adjustments: Josh Allen, Jordan Love, Russell Wilson
Running Back
James Cook III is now leading the league in rushing DYAR. Cleveland rookie Quinshon Judkins is second despite playing only three games. Jahmyr Gibbs is third and teammate David Montgomery is fourth. Sonic and Knuckles!
Boosted by adjustments: Josh Jacobs, Jaylen Warren
Hurt by adjustments: Kyren Williams, Javonte Williams
Bijan Robinson leads all running backs in receiving DYAR, followed by Christian McCaffrey.
Wide Receiver
Puka Nacua is No. 1 among wide receivers. Amon-Ra St. Brown is second. They are tied before opponent adjustments, but Nacua gets a small boost and Brown a small penalty. George Pickens is now third after last night’s huge performance in the 40-40 tie.
Boosted by adjustments: Marquise Brown, Nico Collins, Ja’Marr Chase
Hurt by adjustments: Malik Nabers (sigh), Jaylen Waddle
Tight End
Tucker Kraft is easily No. 1 with 68 DYAR while nobody else is above 50. Kyle Pitts Sr. finally has come alive and ranks second, tied with Dallas Goedert.
Boosted by adjustments: Jake Ferguson
Hurt by adjustments: Trey McBride
Here’s a look at the best and worst players of Week 4 by DYAR: