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!
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