The Shenoa Report Week 16 '21 #theshenoareport

The Shenoa Report
December 23, 2021
Regular Season Week 16

Happy Festivus and Merry Christmas Eve Eve. As of right now it looks like there will be football tonight, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. But, if last week taught us anything, we might have games every day of the week due to postponements because of Covid outbreaks. 

As you may know, there were three games postponed in week 16 so we had the pleasure of having two games Monday night and two games to watch Tuesday night. 

The postponements did not help my fantasy team. I was knocked out in the first round. I’m going to be honest, instead of watching football on Sunday, knowing I had zero chance of advancing in the playoffs, and the Giants sucking super bad, I was in the kitchen all day baking. I made four loaves of sourdough bread, and about 8 dozen cookies. 

To summarize, my fantasy team sucked, my NY Football Giants are an embarrassment, and my picks were atrocious 9-7. 

Week 15 is going to be painful to recap, so here it goes. 

Chiefs @ Chargers 34-28 OT

Well the Chiefs got the W but it took overtime to do it. This game never should’ve been this close in my opinion. 

Patriots @ Colts 17-27

I think having Hard Knocks during the season is actually helping the Colts win games. I think there is much more pressure for them to perform and that’s why they won this game. I was shocked that they won even though they were favored by 2 points. 

Panthers @ Bills 14-31

The Bills finally didn’t play down to their opponent’s level! Hooray! Unfortunately my opponent started Josh Allen, who didn’t have as many mistakes as I would’ve liked. 

Jets @ Dolphins 24-31

The Jets actually made it a close game, but then again, they’ve had a number of close games that they couldn’t finish. We don’t really expect anything from the Jets so we’re not surprised.  

Cardinals @ Lions 12-30

This stupid game is what really did it for me and my fantasy loss. Sure, I was going into the week 60 points down, but I really didn’t think that Kyler Murray would have the worst game of his season or that Christian Kirk would have had the best game of his season on my opponent’s team after I dropped him for under performing. The Cards definitely played down to the Lions level and Detroit took major advantage of it. Good for the Lions getting their second win of the season. 

Texans @ Jaguars 30-16

Even without Urban Meyer, the Jags couldn’t get the win. I’m not too surprised that both teams are awful. In fact, because the Lions won and the Jags lost it looks like the Jags will get the first pick of the draft for the second year in a row. That’s bad. 

Cowboys @ NY Giants 21-6

Jake Fromm was in the game for basically one pathetic drive and had almost as many yards as Mike Glennon. I’m sick and tired of the Giants being horrible. I don’t want to talk about them anymore. I’m done. 

Titans @ Steelers 13-19

Have I mentioned lately that I miss Derek Henry. I think the Titans do too. After this loss they are in jeopardy of not making the playoffs. Stupid Steelers. 

Bengals @ Broncos 15-10

This was a scary game for the Broncos. Their starting QB Teddy Bridgewater was carted off the field and spent the night in the hospital after getting a gnarly concussion. It shook up the Broncos enough to lose to the Bengals. 

Falcons @ 49ers 13-31

The Falcons did not do well on the road this time and with this win the 49ers have a shot at making the playoffs. 

Packers @ Ravens 31-30

The Ravens arrogance, confidence, and pride is what cost them the game. Had they kicked the extra point to send the game into overtime they could’ve won. But instead they tried to go for two and the pass fell incomplete. The game shouldn't've been that close to begin with. The Ravens didn’t have Lamar Jackson for another game but their backup QB Tyler Huntley really did well in the position. 

Saints @ Buccaneers 9-0

Tom Brady hasn’t been shut out since 2006. It wasn’t a good day for the Bucs. On top of the shutout Tampa lost Leonard Fournette for at least a few games due to injury and Chris Godwin for the rest of the season. 

Raiders @ Browns 16-14

This game was moved from Saturday to Monday at 5pm and the Browns lineup was still decimated. Their first and second string quarterbacks were out due to covid protocols as well as many other offensive and defensive players. With that said, the Raiders squeaked out a win at the last second with a field goal. If the Browns had won this game they would’ve been at the top of their division, with the loss they now sit at the very bottom. 

Vikings @ Bears 17-9

This game wasn’t very exciting so there isn’t much to report. The best part of the game was when head coach Matt Naggy drew a flag for yelling at a ref incessantly. Hey, at least the guy still has passion in Chicago.  

Seahawks @ Rams 10-20

This game was also rescheduled due to covid outbreaks on the Rams. My little Cooper Kupp is the only light on my fantasy team. He had two touchdowns in this win over the Seahawks. If only I could’ve played Kupp in all of my team’s roster slots. 

Washington @ Eagles 17-27

This was the second Tuesday game, and it aired at the same time as the above game. It was also rescheduled due to a covid outbreak for The Football Team. Not so surprisingly the Eagles won. 

WEEK 16

Thursday, December 23rd

49ers (8-5) @ Titans (9-5) (8:20pm FOX/NFLN)

Both teams really need a win. The Titans have not been playing well at all down the stretch and the 49ers are only gaining momentum. The Titans are getting AJ Brown back and that should help a little bit. I don’t know. I think I’m picking the Titans to win this game.

Saturday, December 25th 

Browns (7-7) @ Packers (11-3) (4:30pm FOX/NFLN)

It’ll be a Christmas miracle if the Browns win. I do believe in miracles but I am going to pick the Packers to win this game. 

Colts (8-6) @ Cardinals (10-4) (8:15pm NFLN)

The Colts have 7 guys going to the Pro Bowl, which is the most out of any team in the NFL this year. I am going to pick the Cards to win this game, even though I’m pretty sure I’m going to be wrong. I won’t be in the championship game for fantasy but I still want my QB to do well. Hopefully Kyler will do well and I’ll get this pick correct. Like a Browns win, it’ll be a Christmas miracle. 

Sunday, December 26th 

Lions (2-11-1) @ Falcons (6-8) (1pm FOX)

Jared Goff was placed on the covid list earlier this week. The Falcons also have players on the list. I think I’m going to pick the Falcons to win this game regardless. 

Buccaneers (10-4) @ Panthers (5-9) (1pm FOX)

I’m pretty sure that Tom Brady is furious for being shut out last week and that will fuel his rage this week. I’m picking the Bucs to beat the Panthers and I would absolutely be shocked if this didn’t happen. 

 Ravens (8-6) @ Bengals (8-6) (1pm CBS)

Lamar Jackson wasn’t able to practice Thursday because of the persistent ankle injury. Tyler Huntley might get another start to decide first place in the NFC North. I’m going to pick the Bengals to win this game, because according to Joe Burrow, there is no nightlife in Cincinnati and that’s why there hasn’t been a covid outbreak with the Bengals. 

Chargers (8-6)  @ Texans (3-11) (1pm CBS)

The Texans have 21 players out due to covid as of Thursday. A lot can change between then and Sunday but I’m going to pick the Chargers for the win. 

Rams (10-4) @ Vikings (7-7) (1pm FOX)

Cam Akers will be returning from IR for the Rams but I don’t think he’ll play this weekend. In other news Dalvin Cook was placed on the covid list for the Vikings. With that being said I am going to pick the Rams to win this game. 

Bills (8-6) @ Patriots (9-5) (1pm CBS)

I’m surprised it took this long, but Cole Beasley finally made the covid list and will not play this game. The Bills lost this matchup a few weeks ago at home and I really don’t think they are going to beat the Pats on the road. I’ll be rooting for the Bills but won’t be surprised when they lose. I’m picking the Patriots to win this game. 

Jaguars (2-12) @ Jets (3-11) (1pm CBS)

The Jags really should not even try to win this game. I mean they are already going to get the first pick in the draft, most likely. I’m picking the Jets to win this game. 

NY Giants (4-10) @ Eagles (7-7) (1pm FOX)

The last time the Giants beat the Eagles at home was in 2013. It’s not going to happen this year. Ugh. I hate the Eagles. I’m picking the Giants to lose. It sounds better than picking the Eagles to win. Which they will. Go G-Men…. 

Bears (4-10) @ Seahawks (5-9) (4:05pm FOX)

Justin Fields didn’t practice Thursday due to an ankle injury and in other Bears news Akiem Hicks was placed on the covid list while Andy Dalton was removed from it.  I think it’s safe to say that the Seahawks should win this game. That’s who I’m picking to win anyway, Seattle. 

Steelers (7-6-1) @ Chiefs (10-4) (4:25pm CBS)

The Chiefs will most likely be without Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelsey as they are both on the covid list. I’m still picking the Chiefs to win this game. 

Broncos (7-7) @ Raiders (7-7) (4:25pm CBS)

The Broncos are planning on starting Drew Lock against the Raiders. Teddy is telling all his teammates that he is “ok” after his concussion and hospital stay. The Raiders will most likely be without Darren Waller, because of course, he’s missed half the games this season. I’m picking the Broncos to win this game, mostly out of frustration. 

Washington (6-8) @ Cowboys (10-4)  (8:20pm NBC)

Can this game end in a tie? Probably not. I’m picking the Cowboys to win this game and I’m not happy about it. 

Monday, December 27th 

Dolphins (7-7) @ Saints (7-7) (8:15pm ESPN) 

The Saints placed 9 more players on the covid list Thursday including Trevor Simmeon and Taysom Hill. That means 3rd string QB Ian Book may very well start. I’m tempted to pick the Dolphins with the way things are going for the Saints. 

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

Thanks for the edit Eric!

The Shenoa Report Week 15 '21 #theshenoareport

The Shenoa Report
December 16, 2021
Regular Season Week 15

Week 14 was awful and 15 isn’t looking good either. Ugh. Just so you know, I sat at the very top of my fantasy football league for the majority of the season. Last week was the first week of the playoffs, and I lost. Horribly.  By 60 points. I knew I should’ve started James Connor over Nick Chubb, I knew it in my heart, but instead, I listened to Matthew Berry, and my partner because, “If you have Nick Chubb, you start him”. Thanks for the advice Berry. Not to say, had I started Connor over Chubb I would’ve won, I still wouldn’t have, but the first round of playoffs are two week contests, and I would only be down 35 points not 60 coming into this week. Ugh. The only good news that came out of week 14 for me was my picks. I went 11-3. 

Now, in week 15, Covid has made a comeback like never before. I’ve lost count of all the cases. The Browns, Rams, and Football Team seem to be hit the hardest as of Thursday. 

Effective immediately, all 32 NFL teams will be placed in intensive COVID-19 protocols until the conclusion of Week 15. This means the reimposition of mandatory mask wearing in team facilities, social distancing, grab-and-go meal service in team cafeterias, all-virtual meetings, limits on the number of people allowed in weight rooms and restrictions on activities outside the facility.

Teams already in intensive protocols due to ongoing outbreaks will continue daily testing of all players and personnel -- vaccinated or not -- but the rest of the teams won't be subject to daily testing.

Also effective immediately, the league and the NFLPA will institute changes in the return-to-play COVID-19 protocols that will make it easier for players who are vaccinated and asymptomatic to return to practice and games. -Dan Graziano ESPN Staff Writer

Week 15 will have games tonight (Thursday), Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Finally, no more byes, just Covid and injuries taking players out. 

Week 14 is going to be painful to recap, so here it goes. 

Steelers @ Vikings 28-36

I was happy to see the Steelers lose even though for a moment it looked like they were going to pull off a comeback. They scored 21 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough for the win. #sorrynotsorry

Falcons @ Panthers 29-21

This season the Falcons are playing lights out on the road, which wasn’t a good thing for the Panthers.  On top of losing the game, the Panthers recently signed quarterback, Cam Newton, went out of the game due to a shoulder injury. Don’t worry Carolina fans, Sam Darnold will be back from IR soon… Wait… That really isn’t good news. 

Ravens @ Browns 22-24

I don’t want to talk about Nick Chubb’s subpar game, or the fact that I benched the Browns defense and lost out on 13 points. I also don’t want to talk about how my opponent had Austin Hooper who had 14 points  and Mark Andrews who had 28.5 points to my tight end’s 4 points. AHHHHH! Though I will talk about Lamar Jackson having to be carted off the field after an ankle injury, this helped my benched defense tremendously. 

Seahawks @ Texans 33-13

I also don’t want to talk about my opponent having Tyler Lockett who had 27 frickin points in fantasy in this rout of the Texans. 

Raiders @ Chiefs 9-48

Of course Darren Waller didn’t play and of course I started Foster Moreau, who like I said, only got me 4 points. The Chiefs didn’t like the fact that the Raiders stomped on their logo before the game, and they let them know, by giving them a crushing defeat. 

 Saints @ Jets 30-9

I picked up the Saints defense thinking I’d be sneaky. They didn’t do as well as the Browns but they didn’t bomb either. Yeah, the Saints did well against the Jets. Duh. 

Jaguars  @ Titans 0-20

My opponent picked up the Titans defense, because of course he did. And as you can see by the final score they shut out the Jags. Cool. 

Cowboys @ Washington 27-20

The Football Team clawed back and tried to win at home but it wasn’t enough as the Cowboys defense is one tough cookie. It didn’t help that Washington is super beat up and the Cowboys are rather healthy, for this week at least. 

Lions @ Broncos 10-38

The Broncos won a very emotional home game. They played in honor of Demaryius Thomas, a former player who passed away last week from a seizure.  The Broncos played very, very well and every time they had a really good play they would celebrate on Thomas’ #88 which was painted on the field. 

NY Giants @ Chargers 21-37

I’m not going to talk about it. It’s just too painful. Usually, when I lose in fantasy at least the Giants win. Clearly, this was not the case. It was ugly and I don't have anything more to say about it. 

49ers @ Bengals 26-23 OT

This was a well balanced game and it didn’t surprise me that it went into overtime. I did get this pick wrong, because I picked the home team, but that’s ok. At least this game didn’t have any fantasy implications so I am not too broken up about it. 

Bills @ Buccaneers 27-33 OT

The Bills have now lost 3 in a row, this one in overtime. Buffalo made some good changes in overtime but the damage had already been done. Obviously they were able to tie the game to send it to OT but the offense went 3 and out and then the Bills defense couldn’t stop Tom Brady once again. It’s the same old story, just a different season. 

Bears @ Packers 30-45

Clearly Aaron Rodgers still owns the Bears. I really didn’t think this game would be that high scoring. Boy was I wrong. Do yourself a favor and google Aaron Rodgers doppelganger.  I swear the guy in the stands at this game looked more like Rodgers than the real AR looks. 

Rams @ Cardinals 30-23

There was no Manning cast to look forward to and the Rams and Cardinals did NOT give me a birthday present. Instead, my fantasy team, being Rams and Cardinals heavy, was not the gift I’d been looking for. My QB Kyler Murray had no touchdowns and 2 interceptions. I’ve already told you that I sat Connor so I’m not going to talk about that again. Instead I started Sony Michele who had 5 points. Cool. OBJ and Cooper Kupp did well but, my opponent started Matt Stafford. I’m just glad week 14 is over. 

 

WEEK 15

Thursday, December 16th

I am so fed up with fantasy football right now that I am simply picking the games this week. 

Chiefs (9-4) @ Chargers (8-5) (8:20pm FOX/NFLN)

I am going to pick the Chiefs to win this game.

Saturday, December 18th 

Raiders (6-7) @ Browns (7-6) (4:30pm NFLN)

If the Browns have enough players not in COVID protocol and they actually play this game, I’m picking the Browns to win. 

Patriots (9-4) @ Colts (7-6) (8:15pm NFLN)

I’m picking the Patriots to win this game, but I wouldn’t be surprised if the Colts actually pulled off the win. 

Sunday, December 19th 

Panthers (5-8) @ Bills (7-6) (1pm FOX)

As long as the Bills don’t play down to their opponent’s level they will win this game. I am picking the Bills to win. 

Jets (3-10) @ Dolphins (6-7) (1pm CBS)

I am picking the Dolphins to win this game. 

 Washington (6-7) @ Eagles (6-7) (1pm FOX)

As much as I’d like to see the Football Team win this game I’m going to have to pick the Eagles for the win. In a perfect world this game would end in a tie. 

Cardinals (10-3)  @ Lions (1-11-1) (1pm FOX)

I’m picking the Cardinals to win and even though I said I wasn't going to discuss fantasy I really hope Kyler puts up 60 points. That’s realistic, right? 

Texans (2-11) @ Jaguars (2-11) (1pm CBS)

I’ll pick the Jags to win, they just fired their head coach, Urban Myer, so maybe they’ll bounce back

Cowboys (9-4) @ NY Giants (4-9) (1pm FOX)

I’m picking the Cowboys to win. Maybe this week we’ll actually get to see Jake Fromm play… Go Gmen!

Titans (9-4) @ Steelers (6-6-1) (1pm CBS)

I’m picking the Titans to win this game. 

Bengals (7-6) @ Broncos (7-6) (4:05pm CBS)

I’m picking the Broncos to win this game. They’ve got a good defense. We’ll see. 

Falcons (6-7) @ 49ers (7-6) (4:05pm CBS)

The Falcons do well on the road but I’m going to pick the 49ers to win this game.  

Packers (10-3) @ Ravens (8-5) (4:25pm FOX)

I’m picking the Packers to win this game. 

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

I’m picking the Rams to win this game. 

Saints (6-7) @ Buccaneers (10-3)  (8:20pm NBC)

I’m picking the Bucs for the win. 

Monday, December 20th 

Vikings (6-7) @ Bears (4-9) (8:15pm ESPN)

I’ll be rooting for the Bears but picking the Vikings to win this game. 

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

Thanks for the edit Eric!

The Shenoa Report Week 14 '21 #theshenoareport

The Shenoa Report
December 9, 2021
Regular Season Week 14

I don’t think that 13 is unlucky since I was born on the 13th of December. This 13th week of the regular season, while the Giants didn’t win, I won in fantasy, am back in first place in my league, almost everyone in my starting lineup had a touchdown, and I went 8-6 on my picks. 

Week 14 starts the fantasy football playoffs and it’s my birthday weekend!!!! 

Here’s the recap of week 13. 

Cowboys @ Saints 27-17

The Cowboys did just fine without head coach Mike Mcarthy. Dan Quinn, defensive coordinator, was the interim head coach while Mcarthy was out with covid.  And let me tell you, the Cowboys defense stepped up, picking off Taysom Hill 4 times. It just wasn’t a good day for the Saints, who were without Alvin Kamara for another week. 

Buccaneers @ Falcons 30-17

Leonard Fournette got the first touchdown for the Bucs (Woot!) and then it was the Brady - Gronk show.  Gronk had 2 of Brady’s 4 total passing touchdowns. This was an easy pick to get correct. 

Cardinals @ Bears 33-22

I’m so glad Kyler Murray is back. I started two Cardinals this week and they both had touchdowns. Murray had four total touchdowns and James Conner had 1 receiving touchdown. 

Chargers @ Bengals 41-22

“I think the Chargers peaked a long time ago.” Is what I said last week. Clearly, I was wrong and they heard me. The Bengals looked like garbage and the Chargers put a hurting on the kitty cats. The Chargers defense picked off Joe Burrow twice, sacked him 6 times and caused him to fumble once. The Chargers offense was on fire. Keenan Allen had two receiving touchdowns from Burrow and then Burrow had a receiving touchdown from Allen. It was fun to watch. 

Vikings  @ Lions 27-29

THE LIONS WON!!!!!! And it was a divisional win, on the last play of the game. Jared Goff dropped back, looked left and let the football fly into the hands of Amon-Ra St. Brown who squeezed it tight as he went into the end zone. The players went crazy, the bench charged the endzone and the fans went wild. It was a great nailbiter of a game to watch. Detroit actually led for most of the game. The Vikings, of course, came back and got it too close for comfort, but the Lions prevailed in the end.

 Colts @ Texans 31-0

I dropped the Texans defense and picked up the Colts defense for this game and that was a fantastic pickup! The Colts shut out the Texans, and that’s about as much as you can ask of a defense. I’m not surprised I got this pick correct. 

NY Giants @ Dolphins 9-20

This game sucked. I got the pick right only because Danny didn’t start.  Kenny Golladay went out with a rib injury before getting me a touchdown in fantasy, and it was just horrible to watch. The only good thing going for the Giants in Saquon Barkley. Dave Gettleman should be fired, Joe Judge should be fired, and everyone one but Barkley should be traded away. Let’s start over. Ugh. 

Eagles @ Jets 33-18

The Jets started off well enough but it was the Gardner Minshew led Eagles that got the victory. Right before the game it looked like Minshew was coming from a Top Gun reunion audition. Google it.  I wasn’t happy that the Eagles won but it was entertaining watching Minshew. 

Washington @ Raiders 17-15

Supid Raiders, they always let me down. I knew I shouldn't have started Darren Waller’s backup, Foster Moreau. I should’ve started the Washington tight end instead. Not to sound winey but, Foster Moreau was one of the only guys in my starting lineup that didn’t score a touchdown. Had I started Logan Thomas I would’ve at least gotten a touchdown out of him before he was injured. Oh well, I got this pick wrong and my tight end sucked in fantasy.  

Jaguars @ Rams 7-37

Let me just tell you how amazing my partner is. He suggested that I drop Mecole Hardman and pick up Sony Michel. So I did. I went Ram heavy in my starting lineup and it paid off big time. Michel, OBJ, and Kupp all scored touchdowns for me. I killed it in fantasy. In other news, the Rams finally looked good again. 

Ravens @ Steelers 19-20

I think it's a little funny that Lamar Jackson said his sloppy playing was over and he was going to turn over a new leaf and play better than last week. Well, I guess he did, kinda. He only had one interception this week. But, he threw the game winning two point conversion way over the head of Mark Andrews and ended up losing the game because of it. In other news, before the game, Big Ben said he wouldn’t be playing for the Steelers next season. Gotta love all the drama. I feel like he’s said this every year for the past 5 years. 

49ers @ Seahawks 23-30

Of course the first time I pick against the Seahawks they actually rally, and win. Oh well. 

Broncos @ Chiefs 9-22

The Chiefs are back! The defense stepped up, and the offensive line protected Patrick Mahomes much better than previous games. Mahomes didn’t have any passing touchdowns but he did have a rushing touchdown. Harrison Butker had 3 field goals and Daniel Sorensen had a 75yd pick six in the fourth quarter to seal the win for the Chiefs.  

Patriots @ Bills 14-10

The weather was the biggest part of the game with snow, 40mph winds, and temps well below freezing. Mac Jones completed just 2 out of 3 pass attempts for 19 total yards and the Patriots ran all over the Bills to win the game. Once again, the Manning Cast is what saved this game. This week’s guests were David Letterman, Akib Talib, and Joe Buck. I’ll be honest, I wasn’t looking forward to the last guest. But what I realised was, Joe Buck actually has a personality, when he’s not calling a game. If he was more like the guest on the Manning cast than he is on Fox, I might not dislike him so much. He even made me laugh, more than once.   

WEEK 14

Thursday, December 9th

Steelers (6-5-1) @ Vikings (5-7) (8:20pm FOX/NFLN)

I am going to pick the Vikings to win this game, only because they are the home team. I wouldn’t be surprised if I got this pick wrong. I feel like the picks are a lot harder for me this season, who knows why?

Sunday, December 12th 

Falcons (5-7) @ Panthers (5-7) (1pm FOX)

The Panthers should be able to get back on track with a win over this division rival. Like the Vikings, I’m picking the Panthers to win only because they are the home team, and I wouldn’t be surprised if I got this pick wrong too.  

Ravens (8-4) @ Browns (6-6) (1pm CBS)

It really depends on what version of these two teams shows up. Lamar Jackson has really been struggling as of late and the Browns are really beat up this far into the season. I think I’m going to pick the Browns to win this game, because, see the above two picks. 

Seahawks (4-8) @ Texans (2-10) (1pm FOX)

Even though the Texans are at home I think that I am still going to pick the Seahawks to win. But at the same time I can’t have DK Metcalf or Tyler Lockett to have a good game because there are fantasy playoff implications. Fantasy football is so fun. 

Raiders (6-6) @ Chiefs (8-4) (1pm CBS)

The Raiders struggle is real, and the Chiefs are coming into greatness once again. I’m picking the Chiefs to win this game as long as they allow a couple of touchdowns to Darren Waller. 

 Saints (5-7) @ Jets (3-9) (1pm CBS)

I picked up the Saints defense because they are playing the Jets. I’m sure that won’t bite me in the ass. I’m picking the Saints to win this game, though who knows what team will be showing up for New Orleans. Mark Ingram tested positive, so he won’t be making the trip to NY. Alvin Kamara is supposed to be back and Taysom Hill should be starting for the Saints. 

Jaguars (2-10)  @ Titans (8-4) (1pm CBS)

My opponent picked up the Titans defense so I hope the Jags score a lot of points. I’m still picking the Titans to win this game. In other news, I miss Derrick Henry. 

Cowboys (8-4) @ Washington (6-6) (1pm FOX)

This is a divisional game in which both teams want the win, and Washington really needs the win. I’m picking the Cowboys to win this game, though because they are in the NFC East, I’m hoping for a tie. 

Lions (1-10-1) @ Broncos (6-6) (4:05pm FOX)

Now that the Lions have won a game, I think it takes some of the pressure off. Sure they are going to try to win this game, but I don’t think it’s likely. I’m picking the Broncos for the win. 

NY Giants (4-8) @ Chargers (7-5) (4:05pm FOX)

Keenan Allen might not play for the Chargers as he has tested positive. Normally, if the Giants starting quarterback and backup quarterback were out I would not be looking forward to the game. But, the Giants picked up Jake Fromm from the Bills. Fromm may have his first start in the NFL at this game. Danny Jones is still dealing with neck issues and Mike Glennon is concussed. Jake is the next man up. Eric and I feel like we’ve known Jake for a very long time. He was one of the quarterbacks that was highlighted in a tv series called QB1 Beyond The Lights. So, we’ve been watching Jake play football since highschool. I still expect the Giants to lose this game and I’ll be picking the Chargers for the win, but I am looking forward to watching Jake Fromm and I am very excited that he is now a New York Giant! Go G-MEN!

49ers (6-6) @ Bengals (7-5) (4:25pm CBS)

Both teams are currently in a wildcard spot with other teams trying to push them out. Both teams need this win, so it should be a competitive game. I’m picking the Bengals to win this game, but only because they are the home team. 

Bills (7-5) @ Buccaneers (9-3) (4:25pm CBS)

The Bills are coming off a hard loss to the Patriots and now have to go against some former Patriots, mainly their nemesis, Tom Brady. I think that Brady has their number and I’m picking the Bucs to win this game. Of course I am starting players on both teams so I need Emmanual Sanders to score a touchdown or three and I need Leonard Fournette to run all over the Bills. It should be a fun game to watch. 

Bears (4-8) @ Packers (9-3)  (8:20pm NBC)

This is another divisional game, but I don’t think there will be any playoff implications. I don’t see the Bears being competitive and I’m picking the Packers to win this game. 

Monday, December 13th 

Rams (8-4) @ Cardinals (10-2) (8:15pm ESPN)

Happy Birthday to me!!!! We’ll have to get through this game without the Manning brothers, they won’t be back until January. I need this to be a very high scoring game as I have Cooper Kupp and OBJ starting for the Rams and Kyler Murray and James Connor starting for the Cards. I really don’t care who wins, I’ll mainly be rooting for the offense of both teams. As a recurring theme this week, I’m going to pick the home team to win this game. 

Nothing like having to wait until Monday night to see if I’ve won in the first round of the playoffs… 

BYE WEEK: Colts, Dolphins, Eagles, Patriots

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

Thanks for the edit Eric!

The Shenoa Report Week 13 '21 #theshenoareport

The Shenoa Report
December 2, 2021
Regular Season Week 13

I hope everyone had a safe, happy Thanksgiving. It’s December! 2020 has been the longest year ever! I joke, I joke, kinda… Week 12 was another doozie. I’d like to say I did better on my picks, but not so much. I went 8-7, but I did win fantasy AND the NY Football Giants also won! WOOT!!! It was a great weekend! 

Here’s the recap of week 12. 

Bears @ Lions 16-14

Well, I picked the Lions so of course the Bears won in the last seconds of the game. Another heartbreaking loss for the Lions. 

Raiders @ Cowboys 36-33 OT

I picked the Cowboys to win so of course the Raiders won in overtime, without Darren Waller, who left the game in the first half with a knee injury. It was nice to see the Cowboys lose, even if I got the pick wrong. 

Bills @ Saints 31-6

I picked the Bills to win, and they absolutely did. Is it safe to say the Bills are back? 

Steelers @ Bengals 10-41

The Bengals throttled the Steelers and it was very fun to watch!  

Jets @ Texans 21-14

I picked up the Texans defense thinking it would be easy points because they were playing the Jets. Damnit! I got the pick wrong too. 

 Buccaneers @ Colts 38-31

Leonard Fournette had FOUR touchdowns! It was amazing, and I’m so glad I drafted him in fantasy. 

Falcons @ Jaguars 21-14

Cordarrelle Patterson is the only reason the Falcons won, well that and the Jags being the mistake ridden Jags. 

Panthers @ Dolphins 10-33

This game was hard to watch. Cam Newton was benched after his second interception and Christian McCaffery sustained another injury that’ll keep him out for the rest of the season. Not a good day to be a Panthers fan. 

Titans @ Patriots 13-36

I think it’s safe to say the Patriots are back and playing really good football. I’m not sure how they did it without a Jakobi Myers touchdown though. I guess he’s already met his quota for the year; one… 

Eagles  @ NY Giants 7-13

I wore my Michael Strahan jersey and THE GIANTS WON!!!!!! On the day that the organization retired Micheal Strahan's jersey, the defense showed up big time and STOMPED OUT the Eagles. I still can’t believe it! Jalen Hurts didn’t have any passing touchdowns and three interceptions, and the defense forced four turnovers. It was awesome. It was nice to wear my Giants gear all week in celebration. 

Chargers @ Broncos 13-28

The Chargers are not as good as I thought they were and the Broncos are much better than I gave them credit for. The Broncos defense stepped up and intercepted not one but two of Justin Herbert’s passes. On the other side of the field Teddy “two gloves” Bridgewater had no interceptions on the day. 

Rams @ Packers 28-36

What in the world is going on with the Rams? I refuse to believe the Packers are as good as everyone is giving them credit for. Let’s get back to the Rams, they looked pathetic. Their only silver lining was that OBJ scored his first touchdown with the team. Rams, do better. 

Vikings  @ 49ers 26-34

The 49ers, as beat up as they are, have finally won their second game at home. It hurt me a little bit to root for Kirk Cousins, as I had to start him in fantasy, but I was not so secretly happy the Vikings lost the game. 

Browns @ Ravens 10-16

I really didn’t think this game would be this close. I got the pick correct but was disappointed that Nick Chubb didn’t score. I mean, that’s what he does, so it sucks when he doesn’t. 

Seahawks @ Washington 15-17

I still can’t believe that the Seahawks only have 3 wins this season. For comparison the Giants now have a better record than they do. Ouch. The Seahawks had a chance to at least tie it to send it to overtime but things didn’t go their way. They missed the two point conversion and then got a penalty on the onside kick, which they recovered, but had to re-kick and didn’t recover the second time.   

 WEEK 14

Thursday, December 2nd

Cowboys (7-4) @ Saints (5-6) (8:20pm FOX/NFLN)

The Cowboys have multiple Covid positive tests on their staff, one of which is head coach Mike Mcarthy, who won’t be at the game. The Saints seem to have it much worse even without Covid concerns. I’m picking the Cowboys to win this game. 

Sunday, December 5th 

Buccaneers (8-3) @ Falcons (5-6) (1pm FOX)

I’m picking the Bucs to win this game and I hope that Uncle Lenny has another big game. 

Cardinals (9-2) @ Bears (4-7) (1pm FOX)

I’m hoping and praying that Kyler Murry and Dehop start and have a really good game. Obviously, I’m picking the Cards to win. 

Chargers (6-5) @ Bengals (7-4) (1pm CBS)

I’m picking the Bengals to win this game; I think the Chargers peaked a long time ago. 

Vikings (5-6) @ Lions (0-10-1) (1pm CBS)

Will this be the game the Lions get the win? I’m rooting for them, but picking the Vikings for the W. 

 Colts (6-6) @ Texans (2-9) (1pm CBS)

I dropped the Texans defense and picked up the Colts defense. I’m picking the Colts to win this game. 

NY Giants (4-7)  @ Dolphins (5-7) (1pm FOX)

I was all set to actually pick the Giant to win a game, but it looks like Danny hurt his neck and won’t be able to play. If by some miracle Danny does play, I’ll pick the Giants to win, but if he doesn’t play I’m picking the Dolphins to win. I hate picking the games so early in the week. 

Eagles (5-7) @ Jets (3-8) (1pm CBS)

I’d love to see the Jets win, but I’m going to have to pick the Eagles for the win. 

Washington (5-6) @ Raiders (6-5) (4:05pm FOX)

I’d like to see the Raiders win this game, but I just don’t know. The Football Team is pretty beaten up, and my opponent has most of their players, so I definitely will not be rooting for Washington. I’m picking the Raiders to win. 

Jaguars (2-9) @ Rams (7-4) (4:05pm FOX)

I think that the Rams will finally bounce back and win this game. Also, I need OBJ and my little Cooper Kupp to have at least two touchdowns apiece. 

Ravens (8-3) @ Steelers (5-5-1) (4:25pm CBS)

My opponent is also Ravens heavy so I hope it’s a really low scoring, sloppy game. The Steelers are horrible this year so I’m picking Baltimore for the win. 

49ers (6-5) @ Seahawks (3-8) (4:25pm CBS)

I never thought I’d do this, but I’m picking against Seattle. I’m picking the 49ers to win this game. 

Broncos (6-5) @ Chiefs (7-4)  (8:20pm NBC)

I’m picking the Chiefs to win this game. It should be a decent one to watch. 

Monday, December 6th 

Patriots (8-4) @ Bills (7-4) (8:15pm ESPN)

This is the battle for the AFC East. The Bills have never hosted a Monday Night Football Game in December. Hey, there’s a first time for everything. Do you Billieve? I’m picking the Bills to win, but won’t be surprised if they don’t. 

BYE WEEK: Browns, Titans, Panthers,  Packers

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

Thanks for the edit Eric!