The Shenoa Report Regular Season Week 16 '15

The Shenoa Report

December 26, 2015

Regular Season Week 16

Happy Holidays! I hope you’ve been able to spend time with loved ones whether it be friends, family, or both! I’m in NY with my parents, though it has felt like NC weather, 65 degrees in December, I’ll take it. I went 8-8 on my picks last week, watched another heartbreaking loss presented by the Giants (more on that later), and the Carolina Panthers are still undefeated. I’m sorry I didn’t get this report out on Thursday, I don’t have a good excuse other than I was having more fun with my family. Merry Christmas. 

 Lets recap week fifteen.

Buccaneers @ Rams 23-31

This was most likely the Rams last home game in that stadium… so at least they got the win.

Jets @ Cowboys 19-16

Thanks NY with that win the Cowboys will be watching the playoffs from their couches!

Bears @ Vikings 17-38

I mean did you really think the Bears had a chance?  

Chiefs @ Ravens 34-14

Poor Ravens fans…

Panthers @ Giants 38-35

Where do I start? I knit an entire scarf during this game. My mom lovingly called it my Giants frustration scarf. The Panthers got a wake up call. I had counted on the Panthers winning this game all along but damnit if the Giants didn’t make it…well exciting to watch and fill the Giants fans with that false hope once again. As a diehard Giants fan I would like to let everyone know that at one point of the game I was screaming at the tv to take OBJ out of the game. I couldn’t believe the refs were not calling penalties on both OBJ and Norman and that they let it escalate to a dangerous level. I was surprised that Tom Coughlan didn’t sit OBJ and I too was dumbfounded that both Beckham and Norman weren’t ejected from the game. I am not saying what OBJ did was ok, because it absolutely was not, BUT I can’t fault him for his passion and love for the game. He’s truly still a kid in the league and it’s going to take a couple of seasons to grow him up, this was evident on the field and sidelines. He will be a leader someday and that’s the kind of leader I want for my team. He already has the passion, love, and talent, now he just needs a good head on his shoulders.  The kid lost his shit and because of it he’s been suspended and will not play in the next game. Regardless, it was still a hell of a game and I’m proud of my Gmen for making that epic comeback … another game we should have won. I’ll leave you with this… 2007: Giants face undefeated Patriots, lose 38-35
2011: Giants face undefeated Packers, lose 38-35
2015: Giants face undefeated Panthers, lose 38-35...

PS There is an 8% chance that the NY Football Giants will make the post season… so you’re telling me there’s a chance.

Bills @ Redskins 25-35

The Bills let their fans down and Giants fans too. Damnit. But, my wise mom put it into perspective for me.  She simply asked when the last time the Bills made the playoffs… 16 seasons ago. Thanks for the perspective Mom. Sorry Bills fans.

Falcons @ Jaguars 23-17

Well the Falcons broke their 6 game losing streak...

Texans @ Colts 16-10

The Texans have taken the AFC South with this win over the Colts.

Titans @ Patriots 16-33

 Blah, blah, blah Patriots win.  

Browns @ Seahawks 13-30

We’ll see the Seahawks in the post season as they have clinched a playoff berth with this win.

Packers @ Raiders 30-20

The Packers made it to the post season even before they won this game because the Giants lost… you’re welcome Packers fans.

Bengals @ 49ers 24-14

Not a shocking outcome.

Dolphins @ Chargers 14-30

This may also be the Chargers last game in their stadium; we’ll just have to see who’s moving to LA. What a great win for San Diego.

Broncos @ Steelers 27-34

Basically the Broncos forgot to show up for the second half of this game giving the win to the Steelers… SMH

Cardinals @ Eagles 40-17

Thanks for humiliating Philly Arizona. Well played.

Lions @ Saints 35-27

Just another game for those with no hopes for the playoffs…  

WEEK 16

Thursday December 24^th    

Chargers (4-10) @ Raiders (6-8) [8:25pm NFLN]

I picked the Raiders to win and I was right.

Saturday December 26^th

Redskins (7-7) @ Eagles (6-8) [8:25pm NFLN]

I’m picking the Eagles to win because it’s the only hope the Giants have at staying alive.

Sunday December 27^th

49ers (4-10) @ Lions (5-9) [1:00pm FOX]

 I’ll take the Lions.

Steelers (9-5) @ Ravens (4-10) [1:00pm CBS]

 I regret to inform you that I’ll be picking the Steelers for the win.

Cowboys (4-10) @ Bills (6-8) [1:00pm FOX]

Hey Bills! You can win this game! I’m picking Buffalo.

Bears (5-9) @ Buccaneers (6-8)  [1:00pm FOX]

I’ll take the Bucs.

Panthers (14-0) @ Falcons (7-7) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Panthers.

Browns (3-11) @ Chiefs (9-5) [1pm CBS]

I’m picking the Chiefs.

Colts (6-8) @ Dolphins (5-9) [1:00pm FOX]

 I’m picking the Colts.

Patriots (12-2) @ Jets (9-5) [1:00pm CBS]

 I’m picking the Pats but rooting for the Jets.

Texans (7-7) @ Titans (3-11) [1:00pm CBS]

I’m picking the Texans.

Jaguars (5-9) @ Saints (5-9) [4:05pm CBS]

 I’m picking the Saints.

Packers (10-4) @ Cardinals (12-2) [4:25pm FOX]

I’m picking the Packers.

Rams (6-8) @ Seahawks (9-5) [4:25pm FOX]

I’m picking the Seahawks.

NY Giants (6-8)  @ Vikings (9-5)[8:30pm NBC]

I got an OBJ jersey for Christmas so I’ll wear his jersey Sunday because he won’t be able to. I’m still picking the Giants for the win because they do better when their backs are against the wall.

Monday, December 28^th     

Bengals (11-3) @ Broncos (10-4) [8:30pm ESPN]

I’m picking the Broncos for the win!

GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the edit Mom!!!!!

The Shenoa Report Regular Season Week 15 '15

The Shenoa Report

December 17, 2015

Regular Season Week 15

THE NY FOOTBALL GIANTS ACTUALLY WON A GAME, it was a birthday miracle!!!!!!!! I went 9-7 on my picks, lost in both fantasy leagues, not even making it to the playoffs, BUT the Giants won, so I’m stoked. The Panthers are still undefeated, clinching a first round bye in the playoffs with their 13^th win of the season. There are only 3 weeks left in the regular season (counting this week), the end is near for some.  Week 15 should be exciting, being that there are games on Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday!  But before we get to week 15 let’s recap week fourteen.

Vikings @ Cardinals 20-23

Arizona clinched a playoff berth with this win. It seems year after year Arizona just slips through the cracks when it comes to media attention. It’s probably a blessing in disguise.

Bills @ Eagles 20-23

I was very disappointed with the outcome of this game. Apparently the Bills didn’t get the memo that it was my birthday and I needed them to win.

Seahawks @ Ravens 35-6

The Seahawks are looking GOOD, either that or the Ravens are looking really, really BAD.

49ers @ Browns 10-24

Manziel is such a tool. There I said it. But, he got the Browns a win. It’ll be interesting to see what happens the next time he screws up, being that he’s already been punished a handful of times, but because he just gets a slap on the wrist he keeps acting like a jackass. I am truly sorry for all the Browns fans.

Lions @ Rams 14-21

I guess you never know what team you are going to get when you play the Lions. The Rams were lucky enough to get the Lions from early in the season. They snapped a five game losing streak with this win.  

Titans @ Jets 8-30

The Titans are in a tight race for first pick in the 2016 draft, the Jets on the other hand actually have great playoff hopes.

Steelers @ Bengals 35-6

The Ginger threw an interception which was bad enough but then he broke his thumb making a tackle to save a pick six. With Andy Dalton out the Bengals playoff hopes are severely diminished. I guess it’s good news for Steelers fans…

Colts @ Jaguars 16-51

Wait, what?!?! Blake Bortles is on the up and coming, I would say, and the Colts are on the down and out… PS Luck is probably out for the rest of the season. Pun intended.

Chargers @ Chiefs 3-10

I thought this would have been a blowout , the Chiefs have now won 7 in a row… not too shabby.

Redskins @ Bears 24-21

The Bears also didn’t get the memo that it was my birthday and I needed them to win. So disappointing…

Falcons @ Panthers 0-38

SHUT OUT!!!!!! And to think some thought this would be a trap game… hahahaha. With this win the Panthers not only clinched the playoffs but also a first round bye.  

Saints @ Buccaneers 24-17

The Saints seem to be life ruiners, they aren’t going to make the playoffs by any means, so now they are just trying to upset those who could.  

Raiders @ Broncos 15-12

This game was a shocker! Osweiler finally got his first loss for the Broncos and guess what Peyton has start to practice again...

Cowboys @ Packers 7-28

The Packers got my birthday memo. Thanks Green Bay, I enjoyed watching this game while decorating our Christmas tree.

Patriots @ Texans 27-6

Surprise, surprise the Patriots clinch a playoff spot with this win.

Giants @ Dolphins 31-24

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Eli had the best game of his career having as many touchdowns as incompletions, 4. Odell Beckham Jr. had two touchdowns as well as unbelievable catches. He actually used two hands to catch a ball this game.  We are still in a three-way-tie for first place in the NFC East, and that’s the best we can expect, I suppose. Thanks for the late birthday present Gmen.

WEEK 15

Thursday December 17^th    

Buccaneers (6-7) @ Rams (5-8) [8:25pm NFLN]

I’m taking the Bucs.

Saturday December 19^th

Jets (8-5) @ Cowboys (4-9) [8:25pm NFLN]

I’m picking the Jets. YAY FOR SATURDAY FOOTBALL!

Sunday December 20^th

Bears (5-8) @ Vikings (8-5) [1:00pm FOX]

 I’m picking the Vikings.

Chiefs (8-5) @ Ravens (4-9) [1:00pm CBS]

I’ll take the Chiefs.

Panthers (13-0) @ Giants (6-7) [1:00pm FOX]

Ok Panthers fans, love you guys, but I’m calling a trap game. Why? Because NO ONE expects the Giants to win, me included. But on any given day…  I’m taking the Giants… crazy I know. It’s a playoff game for us, you guys could sit all your starters knowing you have a first round bye in the playoffs. I mean, I’d protect those players. You don’t want JPP to get hot and wreck your starters.  I’ll probably be wrong but… like I said… on any given day.

Bills (6-7) @ Redskins (6-7)  [1:00pm FOX]

Dear Bills, don’t let me down two weeks in a row… I’m picking Buffalo for the win.

Falcons (6-7) @ Jaguars (5-8) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Jags for the win.

Texans (6-7) @ Colts (6-7) [1pm CBS]

It doesn’t look good for the Colts, it also doesn’t look good for the Texans either. I’ll take home field advantage.

Titans (3-10) @ Patriots (11-2) [1:00pm CBS]

 I’m picking the Patriots.

Browns (3-10) @ Seahawks (8-5) [4:05pm FOX]

I’ll take the Seahawks over the Browns.

Packers (9-4) @ Raiders (6-7) [4:05pm FOX]

I’m picking the Packers.  

Bengals (10-3) @ 49ers (4-9) [4:25pm CBS]

I’m still taking the Bengals even with the Ginger out.

Dolphins (5-8) @ Chargers (3-10) [4:25pm CBS]

I’m picking the Dolphins even though neither team has any chance at making the playoffs.

Broncos (10-3) @ Steelers (8-5) [4:25pm CBS]

 I’m hoping the Broncos bounce back. I’m picking Denver for the win, mainly because I hate picking the Steelers.

Cardinals (11-2)  @ Eagles (6-7)[8:30pm NBC]

I’m picking the Cardinals for the win. Please don’t let me down.

Monday, December 21^st     

Lions (4-9) @ Saints (5-8) [8:30pm ESPN]

I’m picking the Saints…

GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the edit Mom!!!!!

The Shenoa Report Regular Season Week 14 '15

The Shenoa Report

December 12, 2015

Regular Season Week 14

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! It’s my birthday weekend and I’m pretty excited. Maybe for my birthday, the Giants will get a win…. At this point we would probably have to call it “a birthday miracle”. Week 13 was NOT what I had expected, and even though I’ve waited longer than usual to post this report the pain of the Giants loss still runs deep. The Panthers are still undefeated, the Patriots have dropped two in a row, and I actually rooted for the Cowboys and was extremely happy that they won. I didn’t do too bad on my picks (12-4) and I won in one of my leagues, so it wasn’t a complete wash. The Giants are in a three-way-tie for first place in their division, at an abysmal 5-7 record.  I’m looking forward to week 14, mainly because my birthday is Sunday and the Giants play on Monday SO they can’t loose ON my birthday… probably the day after… anyway…

Let’s recap week thirteen.

Packers @ Lions 27-23

Don’t ask my dad about this game, he still gets a little heated talking about it. Apparently there was a facemask penalty that wasn’t a penalty in his opinion, which set up an Aaron Rodgers Hail Mary to win the game. Personally I was more impressed with the perfectly thrown Hail Mary…

Jets @ NY Giants 23-20 OT

I was in PA with some friends for a holiday party and watched this game at their house… it started out great, as games usually do. I was able to explain the game to my friends because I was really the only football fan, and they humored me and even asked questions.  I was able to teach them the term “choke” as it pertains to the Giants…. And that’s all I have to say about that.

Cardinals @ Rams 27-3

Easy win.

Falcons @ Buccaneers 19-23

This is the Falcons 5 loss in a row… Bucs on the other hand are on the up and up.

Seahawks @ Vikings 38-7

This win shocked me. Seattle is getting hot at just the right time of year.  

49ers @ Bears 26-20 OT

The 49ers got their fourth win of the season, there is a joke in there somewhere.  

Jaguars @ Titans 39-42

I was really excited for my cousin Abby, as she is a Titans fan and her season has been far worse than mine.

Texans @ Bills 21-30

At least the Bills won. On our ride back from PA my friend asked if I would ever choose another team because the Giants are so terrible.  I said I’ve kinda picked up the Bills but apparently I wasn’t too convincing.  The Giants will always be MY team. 

Ravens @ Dolphins 13-15

I thought this would be more of a blowout win, I guess not.  

Bengals @ Browns 37-3

Poor Brownies.

Chiefs @ Raiders 34-20

The Chiefs looked good, the Raiders, not so much.

Broncos @ Chargers 17-3

Brock Osweiler has won 3 in a row for the Broncos while Peyton continues to sit on the bench and heal.

Eagles @ Patriots 35-28

THE ONE TIME I ACTUALLY WANTED A PATRIOTS WIN…. AHHHHHHHHHHHHH.

Panthers @ Saints 41-38

It was nice to see the Panthers fight for a win. I’m glad they got the W. I’m also glad that I didn’t have to watch this game with Panthers fans… it would be like getting a taste of my own medicine I’m sure.

Sometimes I look at the Saints record, which is 4-8, and I think to myself, well at least the Saints have a worse record than the Giants…. And then I remember, that New Orleans beat the Giants…. SMH.  Coincidently, The Cowboys also have a worse record than the Giants and they also beat the Giants.

Colts @ Steelers 10-45

Blah blah blah Big Ben is back.

Cowboys @ Redskins 19-16

Dear Cowboys, thanks for beating the Redskins, love Giants fans everywhere.

WEEK 14

Thursday December 10^th    

Vikings (8-4) @ Cardinals (10-2) [8:25pm NFLN]

So, Thursday I got really sick and wasn’t able to post this report. I did make sure to pick this game though, I picked the Cardinals over the Redskins… yeah, it doesn’t make sense, that’s how delusional I was. Clearly I meant the Cardinals over the Vikings, which is what happened.

Sunday December 13^th

Bills (6-6) @ Eagles (5-7) [1:00pm CBS]

I’m taking the Bills over the Eagles, mainly because I can’t pick the Eagles, I just don’t have it in me.

Seahawks (7-5) @ Ravens (4-8) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Seahawks.

49ers (4-8) @ Browns (2-10) [1:00pm FOX]

Johnny Football is once again starting for the Browns so I think I’ll pick them for the win.

Lions (4-8) @ Rams (4-8) [1pm FOX]

I’m picking the Lions.

Titans (3-9) @ Jets (7-5)  [1pm CBS]

 I’m going to have to take the Jets over the Titans, sorry Abby.

Steelers (7-5) @ Bengals (10-2) [1pm CBS]

I’m picking the Bengals.

Colts (6-6) @ Jaguars (4-8) [1pm CBS]

 I’m picking the Colts.

Chargers (3-9) @ Chiefs (7-5) [1pm CBS]

 I’m taking the Chiefs.

Redskins (5-7) @ Bears (5-7) [1pm FOX]

I’m picking the Bears, because like the Eagles I can’t pick the Redskins.

Falcons (6-6) @ Panthers (12-0) [pm FOX]

 I’m taking the Panthers.

Saints (4-8) @ Buccaneers (6-6) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Bucs… I bet it’ll be a high scoring game.

Raiders (5-7) @ Broncos (10-2) [4:05pm CBS]

I’m picking the Broncos.

Cowboys (4-8) @ Packers (8-4) [4:25pm FOX]

I’m picking the Packers.

Patriots (10-2)  @ Texans (6-6)[8:30pm NBC]

I’d like to pick the Texans but I’m going with the Patriots.  

Monday, December 14^th   

Giants (5-7) @ Dolphins (5-7) [8:30pm ESPN]

Picking against the Giants doesn’t work for them getting a win so I’m going to go back to picking the Giants for the win… I’m delusional. Maybe they’ll win and I’ll get a late birthday present.

GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the edit Mom!!!!!

The Shenoa Report Regular Season Week 13 '15

The Shenoa Report

December 3, 2015

Regular Season Week 13

Well, I’ve waited to the very last minute to write and post my report. It’s been such a busy week that I didn’t allow myself the time I normally do to work on it. So, if this weeks report is lacking, I apologize. We are now down to one undefeated team in the NFL and it’s NOT the Patriots! Congrats Carolina, keep pounding! I didn’t do too bad on my picks (11-5), I won in one of my leagues, and the Giants lost so it wasn’t a great week, but it was nice seeing a backup QB hand the Patriots their first loss of the season.  I’m looking forward to week 13, mainly because it’s my favorite # and has always been lucky for me, hopefully that luck extends to the Giants for the rest of the season… but first…

Let’s recap week twelve.

Eagles @ Lions 14-45

This made Thanksgiving pretty much amazing for my family, well at least for my dad and me. The Lions couldn’t have done a better job at making the Eagles look terrible. At one point in the broadcast Joe Buck said, “there is no other way to put this, the Eagles are just bad” and then later in the broadcast he said “A penalty for taking off his helmet? I would think he would want to keep it on, and not show his face on national television. It’s embarrassing.” This may be the only time I have ever and will ever agree with Joe Buck. Needless to say, he had my dad and I almost in tears from laughing so much. Well done Lions! Well done!

Panthers @ Cowboys 33-14

Yeah, that happened. Tony Romo was not the savior that Dallas had hoped for, and broke his left clavicle again for the second time this season. I refer to him as Tony OHNO now.

Bears @ Packers 17-13

I don’t know what is up with the Packers. It was heart breaking to watch the last seconds of this game. I really thought that the Packers were going to pull out the win.

Rams @ Bengals 7-31

This shouldn’t shock anyone. Really.  

Raiders @ Titans 24-21

The Raiders are getting it done this season, the Titans are going to wait till next season to get things done.

NY Giants @ Redskins 14-20

I’m still not ready to talk about this game…

Vikings @ Falcons 20-10

Adrian Peterson is a beast and that’s why the Vikings are so good this year. And that pretty much sums up this game.

Bills @ Chiefs 22-30

Usually if the Giants lose at least the Bills win so I can still feel a little bit ok about my NY teams… not this time. Heartbreaking all around.  

Saints @ Texans 6-24

It’s easy to score when the other team doesn’t have a defense… but good for the Texans.

Buccaneers @ Colts12-25

The old guys get it done!!!!!! You stay classy Indi.

Dolphins @ Jets 20-38

Ok, so one NY team did win, and that was exciting… but it’s the Jets… and that’s not so exciting. At least Fitzpatrick and Decker are on my fantasy team and got me a win.  

Chargers @ Jaguars 31-25

I really thought that the Jags were going to win this game. Look at the Chargers pulling an upset.

Cardinals @ 49ers 19-13

I’m glad that the Cardinals won, but I really thought this would have been a blowout.

Steelers @ Seahawks 30-39

YEAH SEAHAWKS!!!!!!! That is all.

Patriots @ Broncos 24-30 OT

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS! It’s a little bit funny when your neighbor is a Patriots fan and he’s talking smack via yelling across the back yard. And what was that Marvin? Do you remember what I said? I’ll refresh your memory, “You’ll get your first loss of the season. In Denver. To a BACK UP QUARTERBACK! I’m calling it!!!” I believe he said “NO, NO, NO, NO, NO. HAHAHAHAHAHA. YOU’RE CRAZY. GO PATS.” Yup. That happened. I thought about sending him flowers after his loss, but I figured he’d just re-gift it and send it right back to me, I would have said touché.

Ravens @ Browns 33-27

The Browns thought they had this game all sealed up until Will Hill returned a blocked field goal for a touchdown as time expired to win the game.

WEEK 13

Thursday December 3^rd    

Packers (7-4) @ Lions (4-7) [8:25pm CBS NFLN]

I’m taking the Packers. My dad is taking the Lions because he thinks they are going to sweep Green Bay for the first time in practically forever. We’ll see.

Sunday December 6^th

Jets (6-5) @ NY Giants (5-6) [1:00pm CBS]

I’m STILL not over the Giants loss… I’m picking the Jets just to spite them. Prove me wrong Giants. Prove me wrong. GO GMEN!!!!

Cardinals (9-2) @ Rams (4-7) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Cardinals.

Falcons (6-5) @ Buccaneers (5-6) [1:00pm FOX]

I’m picking the Bucs.

Seahawks (6-5) @ Vikings (8-3) [1pm FOX]

I’m picking the Vikings.

49ers (3-8) @ Bears (5-6)  [1pm FOX]

I’m taking the Bears.

Jaguars (4-7) @ Titans (2-9) [1pm CBS]

Call me crazy, but I’m picking the Titans for the win.

Texans (6-5) @ Bills (5-6) [1pm CBS]

I’m picking the Bills.

Ravens (4-7) @ Dolphins (4-7) [1pm CBS]

I’m picking the Dolphins, we’ll see if home field has its advantages.

Bengals (9-2) @ Browns (2-9) [1pm FOX]

I would love, love, LOVE to see the Browns win, but I’m picking the Bengals.

Chiefs (6-5) @ Raiders (5-6) [pm CBS]

I’m picking the Raiders for the win.

Broncos (9-2) @ Chargers (3-8) [4:05pm CBS]

I’m going with the Broncos

Eagles (4-7) @ Patriots (10-1) [4:25pm FOX]

For the first time this season I won’t be disappointed with the Pats win.

Panthers (11-0) @ Saints (4-7) [4:25pm FOX]

I’m taking the Panthers.

Colts (6-5)  @ Steelers (6-5)[8:30pm NBC]

I’m picking the Steelers but rooting for the Colts.

Monday, December 7^th   

Cowboys (3-8) @ Redskins (5-6) [8:30pm ESPN]

This will also probably be the only time I will be picking and rooting for the Cowboys….

GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the edit Mom!!!!!