October 1, 2020
Regular Season Week 4
Multiple positive COVID-19 tests in the Titans organization came through early this week and have been added to throughout the week. There was a possibility that infections could have spread at the Vikings game as well, though as of Wednesday the Vikings had zero confirmed cases. The Titans have closed their practice facility until at least Saturday, while the Vikings have closed theirs until Thursday. Breaking news came this morning saying that the Titans - Steelers game scheduled for Sunday has been postponed till later in the season. Now the NFL has to figure out how to reschedule a game between two of its seven undefeated teams after the league's first COVID-19 outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
The NFL has done a fantastic job, way better than MLB, and remarkably through the first couple of weeks there were no positive cases. As contagious/infectious as this virus is, it was only a matter of time before an outbreak happened. Hopefully, it can be contained and it won’t affect the rest of the season. For those reading this way in the future, just a reminder, 2020 was a bitch.
I went 9-6-1 in my picks and won again in fantasy. Here’s the recap of week 3.
Dolphins @ Jaguars 31-13
The Dolphins showed up big against the Jags. Ryan Fitzpatrick has now beaten the Jaguars as starting quarterback for 6 different teams. That’s a fun stat.
Bears @ Falcons 30-26
Two weeks in a row the Falcons blew a big lead and ended up losing the game, and that’s after the Bears benched their starting quarterback to put in backup, Nick Foles. Come on man!
Rams @ Bills 32-35
The Bills got lucky. They blew a 25 point lead only to claw back with a touchdown pass with 15 seconds left in the game. Bills fans everywhere are just shaking their heads.
Washington @ Browns 20-34
The Browns are over .500 for the first time since 2014 after beating the Football Team. Baker Mayfield played very well along with Nick Chubb. I just wish that OBJ would have done better. It was a costly loss for Washington as they lost rookie defensive end Chase Young to a groin injury.
Titans @ Vikings 31-30
Because there is no testing on game day only time will tell if the Titans infected any of the Vikings, and that’s a gap in the protocol. There is no social distancing on the field for sure.
The game was super close, no pun intended. It came down to a field goal after the 2 minute warning to end the game. Stephen Gostkowski made a career-long 55 yarder to seal the win. The Vikings are pretty tired of losing and put up a good fight. Maybe next time…
Raiders @ Patriots 20-36
Instead of relying on Cam for all the scoring the Patriots leaned heavily on Rex Burkhead who had three touchdowns for New England, running all over Las Vegas. The Patriots defense also had a stellar game with a fumble returned for a touchdown.
49ers @ NY Giants 36-9
Ugh. This was the game that the Giants were supposed to win. The 49ers had half their team sidelined due to injury. The Giants are a joke. I couldn’t even bring myself to watch the second half of the game. So frustrating.
Bengals @ Eagles 23-23 OT
Last week I said, “I wouldn’t be surprised if it ended in a tie.” Sure enough, I was right. This game was almost as painful to watch as the Giants game. No one really wanted to win, which was evident in overtime. But, for the first time this season both Joe Burrow and Carson Wentz helped keep their team from losing.
Texans @ Steelers 21-28
The Texans actually led for the first part of this game and held their own against a tough Steelers defense. Only they failed to score a single point in the second half giving the win to the Steelers. This was also a game that had three siblings on the field throughout the game; the Watt brothers, J.J. (Houston), T.J., and D.J. (Pittsburgh). Apparently they also like abbreviated names.
Jets @ Colts 7-36
At least the Giants aren’t the worst team in NY. Thanks J-E-T-S! The Jets made the Colts look GREAT as their defense intercepted Sam Darnold 3 times, 2 of them ending in pick 6’s while their offense made Philip Rivers look like an all star.
Panthers @ Chargers 21-16
The Panthers may not have had McCaffrey, but as it turns out, they didn’t need him anyway as it was their defense that forced 3 Charger turnovers, while Joey Slye kicked 5 field goals to bring the win for Carolina.
Buccaneers @ Broncos 28-10
The Broncos took a beating with the Bucs only letting them score in the second quarter. Tom Brady had three touchdown passes and the Bucs defense forced a Broncos safety in the third quarter. Let’s just say it wasn’t a good day for Denver.
Lions @ Cardinals 26-23
The Lions snapped an 11 game losing streak but it came at the expense of the not so hot Cardinals. This game surprised me. I thought the Cardinals would have no problem beating the Lions. I was wrong.
Cowboys @ Seahawks 31-38
The Seahawks could have scored more than 38 if DK Metcalf hadn’t been so cocky and actually protected the ball as he trotted into the endzone after an amazing pass from Russell Wilson. But he didn’t and the ball was punched out of his hand and called a touchback giving the ball to the Cowboys. Thankfully that play happened in the first half of the game and Metcalf was able to redeem himself catching a touchdown pass with under 2 minutes to go, giving the Seahawks the win. It was Tyler Lockett and Russell Wilson that had the real magic with 3 touchdown combos in this game.
Packers @ Saints 37-30
The Saints are trying to be great this year, but the Packers are just a little bit better. Aaron had a huge game with 283 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. Coincidentally, Brees’ numbers were a touch better with 288 passing yards and 3 touchdowns and Alvin Kamara put up 139 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns. But it was Packers kicker, Mason Crosby, with 3 field goals that gave the extra push and points to win the game.
Ravens @ Chiefs 34-20
The Chiefs DOMINATED this game. Patrick Mahomes, my fantasy qb, had 4 passing touchdowns, 385 passing yards, and one rushing touchdown. He gave me all the points I needed to beat my opponent, before halftime. It was a fun game to watch, and I even rooted for the Ravens to score a few times, because I knew that Pat would continue to throw the ball as long as the game was close enough.
WEEK 4
Thursday, October 1st
Broncos (0-3) @ Jets (0-3) (8:20pm NFL Network)
I mean, both teams are pretty terrible. I’m going to pick the Broncos to win because I’m thinking they are the least terrible.
Sunday, October 4th
Colts (2-1) @ Bears (3-0) (1pm CBS)
Foles is the starting qb for the Bears moving forward. That being said, I think the Bears might just win this game.
Jaguars (1-2) @ Bengals (0-2-1) (1pm CBS)
I predict that Joe Burrow gets his first win in the NFL. I could be totally wrong, but I’m picking the Bengals for the win.
Browns (2-1) @ Cowboys (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I’d love to see the Browns wallop the Cowboys but I don’t think that is going to happen, even though I hope it does. I’m picking the Cowboys to win this game.
Saints (1-2) @ Lions (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I don’t think that the Lions will win 2 in a row. I’m picking the Saints to win this game.
Seahawks (3-0) @ Dolphins (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I’m picking the Seahawks to win this game. Russell Wilson is on fire!
Chargers (1-2) @ Buccaneers (2-1) (1pm CBS)
I think that the Bucs will win this game. Mostly because the rookie is going up against the vetran. I just hope Fournette has a huge game.
Ravens (2-1) @ Washington (1-2) (1pm CBS)
I’m pretty sure the Ravens won’t lose back to back games. I’m picking Baltimore for the win.
Cardinals (2-1) @ Panthers (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I was surprised at the outcome of both teams in week 3. I am going to pick the Cardinals once again. Hopefully they won’t disappoint me this time.
Vikings (0-3) @ Texans (0-3) (1pm FOX)
I am going to pick the Texan to win their first game of the season. Especially if any of the Vikings test positive for Covid.
NY Giants (0-3) @ Rams (2-1) (4:05pm FOX)
HAH. I’m picking the Rams to win this game.
Patriots (2-1) @ Chiefs (3-0) (4:25pm CBS )
I’m picking the Chiefs to win this game. I might have to pick up another defense, as I have both team’s defenses in fantasy…
Bills (3-0) @ Raiders (2-1) (4:25pm CBS)
I’m picking the Bills to win this game but wouldn’t be surprised if the Raiders broke their winning streak.
Eagle (0-2-1) @ 49ers (2-1) (8:20pm NBC)
I’m picking the 49ers to win this game but, really, who knows.
Monday, October 5th
Falcons (0-3) @ Packers (3-0) (8:15pm ESPN)
The Falcons can’t keep a lead to save their lives. I’m picking the Packers to win this game.
BYE?
Steelers (3-0) @ Titans (3-0)
This game has been postponed because of the positive cases in the Titans organization.
The simplest scenario for rescheduling is Week 7 on Oct. 25. That's the Titans' bye. Pittsburgh is scheduled to play at Baltimore that week, but both the Steelers and Ravens have byes in Week 8 allowing the NFL to make a change affecting only one other team.GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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