The Shenoa Report
September 29, 2022
Regular Season Week 4
Miami and Philly are the only two teams in the NFL with a perfect record heading into week 4. The Raiders are the only team who is 0-3 this season. The Texans don’t have a win yet but they’ve got a tie.
Week 4 will bring the first London game as well as Crucial Catch month. Cancer sucks. We have all been personally affected by that horrible word. In the month of October, while watching the NFL you’ll see some rainbow colors on uniforms, as well as some watercolor like patterns on hats and hoodies. This is to show support, raise awareness, and bring attention to cancer, research, those lost, and the survivors. Since 2009, the first year of the NFL's Crucial Catch campaign, the NFL’s work has raised more than $23 million for the American Cancer Society and has supported over 600,000 cancer screenings. When you buy anything with the Crucial Catch logo on it from the NFL shop all proceeds go towards cancer research. The NFL does not retain any profits generated by royalties received due to the sale of Crucial Catch products. All dollars are donated to the American Cancer Society. Cancer sucks. Please, get yourself checked, early detection saves lives.
I barely squeaked out a win in fantasy, huge shoutout to Saquon for being a bright light in an otherwise dismal performance for the Giants on Monday night. And I went 10-6 in picks this past week. Before we get into week 4 let’s recap week 3!
Steelers @ Browns 17-29
The Browns were able to bounce back and beat their division rivals. The final score is deceiving because it was a close game throughout. On the final play of the game the Steelers needed to get all the way down to the other end zone to have any chance at winning. They threw a couple of laterals with the hopes of inching their way down the field. Of course it didn’t work, Najee Harris fumbled the ball and the Browns ran it in for a garbage touchdown.
Texans @ Bears 20-23
This was a pretty evenly matched game. It was close throughout but nothing really exciting happened. I mean, I can imagine many fantasy owners have anyone on their team from these two squads. It was a game which happened but there is nothing to write home about.
Raiders @ Titans 22-24
The Raiders are now the only team in the NFL that don’t have a win this season. Derrick Henry and the Titans looked much, much improved, but that could be because they were playing the Raiders.
Chiefs @ Colts 17-20
This game was the first shocker of the week. I really can’t believe the Chiefs lost to the Colts. I mean the Jags shut out the Colts just last week, and the Chiefs have been playing so well. Maybe the Chiefs downplayed quite literally. It must be humbling to be beaten by Matt Ryan.
Bills @ Dolphins 19-21
Speaking of shockers…. This game. Man. I’m still in disbelief. The Dolphins showed why they are still undefeated and the Bills will have to learn from their mistakes. There was a play in the first half where it looked like Tua was concussed. He got up initially, stumbled, fell into his other players who held him up and off the field. He came back into the game in the second half and finished the game. The initial ruling was not a concussion but the NFLPA is looking into the matter. At the end of the game there was a “butt punt” where the Dolphins tried to punt the ball, but the ball hit the butt of one of the Dolphins defenders and the ball went out through the back of the end zone. It gave the Bills a safety but not the lead. The Bills did have a chance to take the lead but poor clock management and slow reactions let the clock expire before a game winning field goal could be made. Poor Bills. The Bills didn’t take the loss lightly. Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey slammed his headset and began throwing paper and notebooks in the coaches' box when time ran out and many Bills players were visibly upset.
Lions @ Vikings 24-28
Ugh! So, with my first pick of the draft I selected Dalvin Cook. I’m starting to think I made a mistake. Cook finally got his first touchdown of the season before leaving the game due to a shoulder injury. So frustrating.l I aso picked up Alexander Mattison later in the draft but had him on my bench when he became a playmaker when Cook went out. Silver lining? I got the pick correct.
Ravens @ Patriots 37-26
Lamar Jackson accounted for five touchdowns in this win over the Patriots. Not only did New England lose the game they also lost Mac Jones for at least a few weeks after he left this game with a high ankle sprain.
Bengals @ Jets 27-12
The Bengals defense earned me 15 points, and I got this pick right and the Bengals won their first game of the season. Joe Burrow, though pressured, did not throw an interception in the win.
Eagles @ Commanders 24-8
I’ve learned my lesson. Next week I’ll have Devonta Smith in my lineup. He put up over 30 points on my bench this week. I don’t like that the Eagles are winning games, but if they continue, I’ll need to capitalize in fantasy.
Saints @ Panthers 14-22
Kamara was back in the lineup for the Saints but he didn’t really help his team, or my fantasy team. He did have some rushing yards but the fumble didn’t help. This game was sloppy and quite frankly I’m surprised there was a winning team at all.
Jaguars @ Chargers 38-10
Wait a second, are the Jags good again? Is “Sacksonville” back? It’s a possibility. It probably helped that Kenan Allen was out and yeah, my bench killed it this week. James Robinson, on my bench, 20 points.
Rams @ Cardinals 20-12
The Cardinals continue to struggle at home. They’ve now lost both of their home games this season. The Rams are on an upward trend, probably because Cooper Kupp is pretty much carrying the entire team. I miss my fantasy team from last season, mostly I miss Cooper Kupp.
Falcons @ Seahawks 27-23
The Seahawks lost at home, against the Falcons. This is not good. Atlanta’s Cordarrelle Patterson ran all over Seattle in this win. Patterson had over 140 rushing yards and a touchdown on the day, and the Falcons are no longer winless.
Packers @ Buccaneers 14-12
Tom Brady tried to tie the game as time expired to send it into overtime but couldn’t connect with anyone to get the two point conversion. Brady had more passing yards than Aaron Rodgers but Rodgers had more touchdowns and interceptions. For the first time I was actually pulling for the Bucs and didn’t want them to lose. Bummer.
49ers @ Broncos 10-11
It’s safe to say that Russell Wilson has not found his groove in Denver. He had nine three-and-outs, no touchdown passes and only 126 yards passing. It was an ugly game and yet they still won. It helped that 49ers Jimmy G got the Broncos a safety as he tried to pass the ball after stepping out of the back of the end zone. Like I said, it was an ugly game.
Cowboys @ NY Giants 23-16
Ugh. This game hurt my heart on so many levels. The Giants could’ve won and they should’ve won. The Peyton and Eli “Manningcast” helped but the stinging pain of losing still hurts. We also lost Sterling Shepard for the rest of the season with a torn ACL on the last play of the game when Danny Jones of course threw an interception. Like I said, this one hurts.
WEEK 4
Thursday, September 29th
Dolphins (3-0) @ Bengals (1-2) (8:15pm PRIME VIDEO)
I dropped the Bengals defense this week in fantasy because I don’t think they can beat the Dolphins. I’m picking the Dolphins to win this game.
Sunday, October 2nd
Vikings (2-1) @ Saints (1-2) (9:30am NFLN)
This is our first overseas game of the season, note the start time. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will host the game where the Saints are the “home” team. Both teams are playing like garbage, so it’ll be interesting to see who actually wins. I guess I’ll pick the Saints for the win. My two starting running backs are going head to head in the game but both are questionable and might not play. Cool. Go Dalvin Cook and Alvin Kamara…. Woooooooo….
Browns (2-1) @ Falcons (1-2) (1pm CBS)
If the Browns can stop Patterson they can and will win this game. The Browns have not lost on the road yet and the Falcons haven’t won at home. I’m picking the Browns to win this game.
Bills (2-1) @ Ravens (2-1) (1pm CBS)
I don’t think the Bills will drop two in a row. I’m picking the Bills to win this game and I think they will if they can figure out how to contain Lamar Jackson.
Commanders (1-2) @ Cowboys (2-1) (1pm FOX)
As much as I’d like this game to end in a tie, or have Washington beat Dallas I’m picking the Cowboys to win this game. I’m hoping I’m wrong though.
Seahawks (1-2) @ Lions (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I’m picking the Lions to win this game. I think they get better every week and the Seahawks are very beatable.
Chargers (1-2) @ Texans (0-2-1) (1pm CBS)
I’m picking the Chargers to beat the Texans. Yes, I know the Chargers are pretty banged up already this season, but they are still better than the Texans in my opinion.
Titans (1-2) @ Colts (1-1-1) (1pm FOX)
This should be a pretty intriguing game. Both teams only have 1 win and I think we’ve expected more for both teams. I think that the Titans will come out on top this week though. I’m picking the Titans for the win.
Bears (2-1) @ NY Giants (2-1) (1pm FOX)
Fun fact: Saquon Barkley has the most rushing yards this season for a running back! The Giants had a wakeup call last week and hopefully they’ll bounce back this week. Before the season started I looked at the schedule and circled this game as winnable. I still stand by that decision. I’m picking the Giants to win this game! GO G-MEN!
Jaguars (2-1) @ Eagles (3-0) (1pm CBS)
I would love nothing more than to see the Jags beat the Eagles. I’ll be rooting for and pulling for Jacksonville, with a hope and a prayer. I’m picking the Eagles to win but will be super happy if and when I’m wrong.
NY Jets (1-2) @ Steelers (1-2) (1pm CBS)
If all goes well in practice this week Zach Wilson will get the start for the Jets. I don’t think it’ll be enough for the Jets to win. I’m picking the Steelers to win this game.
Cardinals (1-2) @ Panthers (1-2) (4:05pm FOX)
Both teams need to get their act together. I actually think the Cards might win this game, therefore I’m picking the Cards to win this game.
Patriots (1-2) @ Packers (2-1) (4:25pm CBS)
With Bryan Hoyer most likely getting the start for the injured Mac Jones I think there's like a 2% chance the Patriots win this game. I’m picking the Packers for the win.
Broncos (2-1) @ Raiders (0-3) (4:25pm CBS)
On paper the Raiders have more talent. The Broncos have just gotten lucky. I’m pretty sure that because I am playing my partner in fantasy this week and he has Derek Carr as his quarterback the Raiders will win this game.
Chiefs (2-1) @ Buccaneers (2-1) (8:20pm NBC)
Hurricane Ian is wreaking havoc on the western coast of Florida this week. The Bucs moved to Miami on Tuesday to practice there as Tampa Bay is right in the path of Ian. The NFL’s plan is to keep Sunday night football in Tampa Bay but there is a contingency plan to play the game in Minneapolis if it’s not feasible to play in FL. With all this said I have no idea who will win this game. I’ll pick the Bucs because they’ll want to win this for all of Tampa and the state of Florida.
Monday, October 3rd
Rams (2-1) @ SF 49ers (1-2) (8:15pm ESPN/ABC)
I’m going to pick the Rams to win this game, I just don’t think that the 49ers are that good.
GO G-MEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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