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NFL Week 4 panic meter: Eagles entering the danger zone

It's time for our weekly NFL panic meter check-in, and we're excited to welcome a new team to the mix.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 1:37 PM
NFL Week 4 panic meter: Eagles entering the danger zone
Key Things to Know
  • Jack Dougherty argues the 2-2 Philadelphia Eagles are entering the panic zone following consecutive defeats.
  • The Eagles blew a 10-point fourth-quarter lead against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4.
  • Philadelphia faces an extensive injury list alongside the retirement of right tackle Lane Johnson.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jack Dougherty argues that the Philadelphia Eagles have entered the NFL panic meter after dropping to 2-2 following consecutive losses. After a Week 3 defeat to the Chicago Bears, the Eagles blew a 10-point fourth-quarter lead against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4. Compounding their struggles, the team is facing widespread injuries across the roster alongside the reported retirement of star right tackle Lane Johnson.

Beyond Philadelphia, the writer assesses the situations for Baltimore and Houston. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson faces potentially missing multiple weeks due to an ankle injury suffered against the Tennessee Titans, while the winless Houston Texans fell to 0-4 following a late blown lead against the Dallas Cowboys.

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