The Shenoa Report
November 12, 2020
Regular Season Week 10
November 12, 2020
Regular Season Week 10
During the offseason NFL owners agreed to expand the playoffs from 12 games to 14 games. On Wednesday of this week NFL owners approved a proposal to add two playoff teams, 8 in each conference, if regular season games get cancelled. So there is a potential for playoffs to go from 12 games to 16! Oh 2020, how you seem to keep us on our toes. Heading into week 10 some teams have started to think about the playoffs. Other teams, like the Jets will just be happy to get a win this season.
I try to give a Covid-19 update each week. From November 1-7 there were 56 positive tests, 15 from players and 41 from team personnel. Since then the Ravens and Steelers have had more positive cases. Ben Roethlisberger hasn't tested positive yet but is in quarantine due to being in close proximity to Vance McDonald who did. It’s hard to keep up. Maybe I should just start reporting when no teams have a case… 2022?
I went 11-3 in my picks and won again in fantasy. Here’s the recap of week 9.
Packers @ 49ers 34-17
The Packers beat up the 49ers Thursday night. Aaron Rodgers had 4 touchdowns and Mason Crosby had 2 field goals, both on my bench in fantasy. I thought I had made a big mistake not playing them, I was projected to lose. The 49ers couldn’t get anything going until the fourth quarter, they had two touchdowns then but it was too little too late.
Packers @ 49ers 34-17
The Packers beat up the 49ers Thursday night. Aaron Rodgers had 4 touchdowns and Mason Crosby had 2 field goals, both on my bench in fantasy. I thought I had made a big mistake not playing them, I was projected to lose. The 49ers couldn’t get anything going until the fourth quarter, they had two touchdowns then but it was too little too late.
Seahawks @ Bills 34-44
Yikes! I got this pick wrong. The Bills came out with a vengeance against the Seahawks. Russell Wilson was ranked as the number 1 quarterback for fantasy, and anyone who started him suffered a major blow. Wilson himself had FOUR turnovers, 2 interceptions and 2 fumbles. It was absolutely ugly. The Bills only had one bad quarter, the 3rd, in true Bills fashion, but they had built up quite a lead that it didn’t matter much. The Bills lead the AFC East midseason for the first time in pretty much forever.
Yikes! I got this pick wrong. The Bills came out with a vengeance against the Seahawks. Russell Wilson was ranked as the number 1 quarterback for fantasy, and anyone who started him suffered a major blow. Wilson himself had FOUR turnovers, 2 interceptions and 2 fumbles. It was absolutely ugly. The Bills only had one bad quarter, the 3rd, in true Bills fashion, but they had built up quite a lead that it didn’t matter much. The Bills lead the AFC East midseason for the first time in pretty much forever.
Broncos @ Falcons 27-34
The Falcons finally won a home game, but more importantly stopped a Broncos comeback, barely. We’ve seen this story all too much this season. The Falcons have the lead heading into the 4th quarter and repeatedly end up losing the game. They were well on their way to that scenario in the fourth quarter of this game by letting the Broncos score 3 touchdowns in the fourth. Thankfully, for the Falcons, they were able to hold on for the win.
The Falcons finally won a home game, but more importantly stopped a Broncos comeback, barely. We’ve seen this story all too much this season. The Falcons have the lead heading into the 4th quarter and repeatedly end up losing the game. They were well on their way to that scenario in the fourth quarter of this game by letting the Broncos score 3 touchdowns in the fourth. Thankfully, for the Falcons, they were able to hold on for the win.
Ravens @ Colts 24-10
The Colts defense continues to be decent, and Philip Rivers continues to hurt his team. Rivers’ interceptions seemed to be a turning point in the game, giving the Ravens the confidence to finish the game. Baltimore shut out the Colts in the second half of the game.
Bears @ Titans 17-24
Tennessee's defense shut out the Bears for the first 3 quarters. They must have gotten tired in the fourth quarter, allowing 17 points with 2 touchdowns coming in the last 5 minutes of the game. The damage was already done and the Titans came out with the win.
The Colts defense continues to be decent, and Philip Rivers continues to hurt his team. Rivers’ interceptions seemed to be a turning point in the game, giving the Ravens the confidence to finish the game. Baltimore shut out the Colts in the second half of the game.
Bears @ Titans 17-24
Tennessee's defense shut out the Bears for the first 3 quarters. They must have gotten tired in the fourth quarter, allowing 17 points with 2 touchdowns coming in the last 5 minutes of the game. The damage was already done and the Titans came out with the win.
Lions @ Vikings 20-34
The Lions defense could not contain Dalvin Cook who had 206 yards and 2 rushing touchdowns for the Vikings. They couldn’t contain Kirk Cousins either, who had 3 touchdowns and no interceptions. Matthew Stafford was back under center for the Lions after a covid scare, but maybe he should’ve sat the game out. He did have one touchdown but threw 2 interceptions.
Texans @ Jaguars 27-25
The Texans got their second win of the season but it wasn’t pretty. The game was evenly matched, because both teams are pretty pathetic. Texan’s JJ Watt finally got his first sack of the season, he’s become a little restless with Houston and has voiced that he wants to be on a winning team. Deshaun Watson had a decent game with 2 touchdowns and no interceptions.
The Lions defense could not contain Dalvin Cook who had 206 yards and 2 rushing touchdowns for the Vikings. They couldn’t contain Kirk Cousins either, who had 3 touchdowns and no interceptions. Matthew Stafford was back under center for the Lions after a covid scare, but maybe he should’ve sat the game out. He did have one touchdown but threw 2 interceptions.
Texans @ Jaguars 27-25
The Texans got their second win of the season but it wasn’t pretty. The game was evenly matched, because both teams are pretty pathetic. Texan’s JJ Watt finally got his first sack of the season, he’s become a little restless with Houston and has voiced that he wants to be on a winning team. Deshaun Watson had a decent game with 2 touchdowns and no interceptions.
Panthers @ Chiefs 31-33
Christian McCaffrey was back for the Panthers which helped make it a close game. McCaffrey had 2 touchdowns, one receiving and one rushing, the first and last touchdown of the game. But it was Patrick Mahomes that was the real star of this game, throwing 4 touchdown passes and putting up 372 yards. The Chiefs started slow but finished strong.
NY Giants @ Washington 23-20
Waaaaaaaaahoooooooooo! I mean, the Giants almost blew it, again, but instead won the game!!!!!!!!! It was really the Giants defense that won the game for New York as well as the lack of turnovers from Danny Jones. The Giants defense recovered one fumble and had 3 interceptions in this divisional win. Jabrill Peppers led the defense recovering a fumble early in the game and then intercepting Alex Smith’s pass late in the game, giving the Giants the W!
Christian McCaffrey was back for the Panthers which helped make it a close game. McCaffrey had 2 touchdowns, one receiving and one rushing, the first and last touchdown of the game. But it was Patrick Mahomes that was the real star of this game, throwing 4 touchdown passes and putting up 372 yards. The Chiefs started slow but finished strong.
NY Giants @ Washington 23-20
Waaaaaaaaahoooooooooo! I mean, the Giants almost blew it, again, but instead won the game!!!!!!!!! It was really the Giants defense that won the game for New York as well as the lack of turnovers from Danny Jones. The Giants defense recovered one fumble and had 3 interceptions in this divisional win. Jabrill Peppers led the defense recovering a fumble early in the game and then intercepting Alex Smith’s pass late in the game, giving the Giants the W!
Raiders @ Chargers 31-26
I was right! The Raiders won and Keenan Allen got a touchdown. The Chargers actually had a chance to win this game but failed to convert on a two-point play after their final touchdown. The Raiders then marched down the field and kicked a field goal to win the game.
I was right! The Raiders won and Keenan Allen got a touchdown. The Chargers actually had a chance to win this game but failed to convert on a two-point play after their final touchdown. The Raiders then marched down the field and kicked a field goal to win the game.
Steelers @ Cowboys 24-19
Yo, the Steelers almost lost this game. It was fun to watch the undefeated Steelers against the 2-win Cowboys… Dallas, who had no chance in hell of winning this game, or so everyone thought, led for almost all of the first half! I wanted this game to end in a tie but the Steelers came alive in the fourth quarter to beat the Cowboys.
Yo, the Steelers almost lost this game. It was fun to watch the undefeated Steelers against the 2-win Cowboys… Dallas, who had no chance in hell of winning this game, or so everyone thought, led for almost all of the first half! I wanted this game to end in a tie but the Steelers came alive in the fourth quarter to beat the Cowboys.
Dolphins @ Cardinals 34-31
I got this pick wrong too. Are the Dolphins for real? They seem to be! The game went back and forth and it was pretty close until the Dolphins shut out the Cardinals in the 4th quarter taking the win. Kyler Murray had four touchdowns, three passing and one rushing, but it wasn’t enough to win the game. I was shocked.
I got this pick wrong too. Are the Dolphins for real? They seem to be! The game went back and forth and it was pretty close until the Dolphins shut out the Cardinals in the 4th quarter taking the win. Kyler Murray had four touchdowns, three passing and one rushing, but it wasn’t enough to win the game. I was shocked.
Saints @ Buccaneers 38-3
It’s hard to pinpoint when Tom Brady gave up completely but it sure was fun to watch. Brady had 3 interceptions and 0 touchdowns. The Bucs had a total of 4 rushes the entire game, while Drew Brees had 4 touchdowns. To say this game was unevenly matched is a huge understatement. I got this pick wrong as well, but you know what? I’m ok with it.
It’s hard to pinpoint when Tom Brady gave up completely but it sure was fun to watch. Brady had 3 interceptions and 0 touchdowns. The Bucs had a total of 4 rushes the entire game, while Drew Brees had 4 touchdowns. To say this game was unevenly matched is a huge understatement. I got this pick wrong as well, but you know what? I’m ok with it.
Patriots @ Jets 30-27
The Jets came very close to getting their first win of the season. But close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. I started the Patriots defense in my fantasy team so I really only needed them to not get negative points. It wasn’t a pretty game, but Cam Newton didn’t turn the ball over and I think it was because of that the Patriots finally broke their losing streak.
WEEK 10
The Jets came very close to getting their first win of the season. But close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. I started the Patriots defense in my fantasy team so I really only needed them to not get negative points. It wasn’t a pretty game, but Cam Newton didn’t turn the ball over and I think it was because of that the Patriots finally broke their losing streak.
WEEK 10
Thursday, November 12th
Colts (5-3) @ Titans (6-2) (8:20pm FOX/NFLN)
I’m going to pick the Titans to win this game, they have Derrick Henry and the Colts have Philip Rivers.
I’m going to pick the Titans to win this game, they have Derrick Henry and the Colts have Philip Rivers.
Sunday, November 15th
Texans (2-6) @ Browns (5-3) (1pm FOX)
I’m picking the Browns to win this game, especially if Nick Chubb plays! Welcome back Chubb! I’ve missed you and so has my fantasy team!
I’m picking the Browns to win this game, especially if Nick Chubb plays! Welcome back Chubb! I’ve missed you and so has my fantasy team!
Jaguars (1-7) @ Packers (6-2) (1pm CBS)
I’m pretty sure that the Packers are going to win this game. That’s my pick.
I’m pretty sure that the Packers are going to win this game. That’s my pick.
Washington (2-6) @ Lions (3-5) (1pm FOX)
The Lions haven’t won at home yet this season nor have the Football Team won on the road. I’m going to pick the Lions to win their first home game.
The Lions haven’t won at home yet this season nor have the Football Team won on the road. I’m going to pick the Lions to win their first home game.
Eagles (3-4-1) @ NY Giants (2-7) (1pm FOX)
Against better judgement I am going to pick the Giants to win this game. Can they win 2 in a row and be in the run for first place in their division? Anything is possible in the NFC East. GO GMEN!!!!
Against better judgement I am going to pick the Giants to win this game. Can they win 2 in a row and be in the run for first place in their division? Anything is possible in the NFC East. GO GMEN!!!!
Buccaneers (6-3) @ Panthers (3-6) (1pm FOX)
McCaffery is out this week for the Panthers so I’m going to pick the Bucs to bounce back and win this divisional game.
Broncos (3-5) @ Raiders (5-3) (4:05pm CBS)
I’m going to pick the Raiders to win this game. I’d blame it on home field advantage, but that just isn’t the case this year.
McCaffery is out this week for the Panthers so I’m going to pick the Bucs to bounce back and win this divisional game.
Broncos (3-5) @ Raiders (5-3) (4:05pm CBS)
I’m going to pick the Raiders to win this game. I’d blame it on home field advantage, but that just isn’t the case this year.
Chargers (2-6) @ Dolphins (5-3) (4:05pm CBS)
The Dolphins are on a roll, and the Chargers will probably lose another close game this week. I’m picking the Dolphins to win this game.
The Dolphins are on a roll, and the Chargers will probably lose another close game this week. I’m picking the Dolphins to win this game.
Bills (7-2) @ Cardinals (5-3) (4:05pm CBS)
I’m going to pick the Bills to win this game but I wouldn’t be surprised if the Cardinals upset Buffalo.
I’m going to pick the Bills to win this game but I wouldn’t be surprised if the Cardinals upset Buffalo.
Seahawks (6-2) @ Rams (5-3) (4:25pm FOX)
I think that the Seahawks are going to bounce back from their humiliating loss last week. I’m picking the Seahawks to win this game.
I think that the Seahawks are going to bounce back from their humiliating loss last week. I’m picking the Seahawks to win this game.
49ers (4-5) @ Saints (6-2) (4:25pm FOX)
The Saints will win this game at home and Drew Brees will further extend his lead of most touchdown passes in the NFL over Brady.
The Saints will win this game at home and Drew Brees will further extend his lead of most touchdown passes in the NFL over Brady.
Bengals (2-5-1) @ Steelers (8-0) (4:25pm CBS)
I’d like to see the Bengals win and I’ll be rooting for them too, but I’m picking the Steelers to win this game.
I’d like to see the Bengals win and I’ll be rooting for them too, but I’m picking the Steelers to win this game.
Ravens (6-2) @ Patriots (3-5) (8:20pm NBC)
I don’t think the Patriots really have a chance to win this game. I’m picking the Ravens for the win.
I don’t think the Patriots really have a chance to win this game. I’m picking the Ravens for the win.
Monday, November 16th
Vikings (3-5) @ Bears (5-4) (8:15pm ESPN)
My fantasy win or loss, most likely loss, will be decided during this game. I have the Bears defense and my opponent has Dalvin Cook. I’m picking the Bears to win mostly for fantasy implications. Yes, I’m delusional.
BYE
Falcons, Cowboys, Chiefs, Jets
GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
Vikings (3-5) @ Bears (5-4) (8:15pm ESPN)
My fantasy win or loss, most likely loss, will be decided during this game. I have the Bears defense and my opponent has Dalvin Cook. I’m picking the Bears to win mostly for fantasy implications. Yes, I’m delusional.
BYE
Falcons, Cowboys, Chiefs, Jets
GO GMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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