Raiders get Week 4 legitimacy test, Bears play on minus Caleb Williams

Williams threw 27 TDs to 7 picks in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

NFL Week 4 ATS picks: Are Raiders for real? Can Bears keep it up without Caleb Williams? ⤵️ https://t.co/WyD0MTN8Gh Via @VicTafur on X

What happened: Las Vegas enters Week 4 of the 2026 regular season facing an early check against the Chicago prepares for its Week 4 matchup without Caleb Williams, the 2024 No. 1 overall pick from USC.

Why it matters: October spreads offer the first market check on whether Las Vegas can sustain its early-season form. Chicago's output without its starting quarterback reveals depth at the quarter mark of the schedule.

By the numbers: Caleb Williams, 2025 (17 games): 330-of-568 for 3,942 yards, 27 touchdowns, 7 interceptions.

What to watch: Week 4 results will clarify Las Vegas' standing and Chicago's plan without Williams.

Sources

@VicTafur 2026-10-01T14:17:35.950192+00:00

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