The Shenoa Report
December 15, 2022
Regular Season Week 15
I am so ready for this stupid fantasy season to be over so I don’t have to be upset with all things football. Of course I lost in fantasy, the Giants lost, and I went 7-6 on my picks.
I know I’ll miss football the third week in February until it comes back the third week in August but, man I am not loving football right now.
I celebrated my birthday this past Tuesday and I was hoping that the Giants would give me an early birthday present with a win. Instead they lost by 26, so that was cool… And fantasy football, that’s just stupid this season. I don’t know what I did karma football wise, but I am sorry.
We’ll have football games Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday night for week 15 and there are no more byes!
Before we get to week 15 let’s recap the ridiculousness of week 14…
Raiders @ Rams 16-17
I’m pretty sure not many people actually stayed up to watch the entirety of the game because 55 out of the 60 minutes it was pretty unwatchable. But those last 5 minutes were pretty exciting. You see, Baker Mayfield was waived by the Panthers on Monday of last week and picked up on Wednesday by the Rams. He led not one but two touchdown drives late in the fourth quarter to win the game. It was incredible to watch. I’m happy for Baker, he’s gotten the short end of the stick with his two former teams, hopefully this team does better by him.
Jets @ Bills 12-20
Another weather win for the Bills. Buffalo seemingly has the worst weather out of all the NFL stadiums and this game was no sunshine and rainbows kind of day. The weather went back and forth from snow to rain to freezing rain and a lot of wind. Luckily for the Bills they thrive in that type of weather and were able to win the game without any big problems.
Browns @ Bengals 10-23
In this battle of Ohio it was the Bengals who took the W. The Browns are struggling as of late. I don’t think that Deshawn Watson was the savior they were hoping for. The Bengals lost some key players in this win, both Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins exited the game early, but they didn’t seem to miss them on the field. The Bengals have the next man up mentality and it lets them win games.
Texans @ Cowboys 23-27
I thought for just a moment near the end of the game that the Texans were going to pull off a major upset. It would’ve been amazing. But the battle of Texas was won by the stupid Cowboys because the Texans finished like the team they’ve been all season.
Vikings @ Lions 23-34
I’d like to say to the Lions, you’re welcome. Ever since they beat the Giants they’ve looked really good. It’s like the Giants gave them all the confidence they needed. Beating the Vikings, a division rival, must have the team feeling elated. So, you’re welcome Lions fans.
Eagles @ NY Giants 48-22
My mom said if you don’t have anything nice to say you shouldn’t say anything at all.
I have nothing to say.
Nothing.
Ravens @ Steelers 16-14
The Ravens had their most improbable win of the season. With Lamar Jackson already out due to injury Tyler Huntley got the start. Huntley then went into concussion protocol so the third string quarterback, Anthony Brown, finished the game. The Steelers didn’t fare much better. Their starting quarterback Kenny Pickett, also left the game and he also entered the concussion protocol with Mitch Trubisky coming in to relieve him. Mitch did not have what it takes to win the game for the Steelers, though he did throw a touchdown pass to Pat Freiermuth late in the fourth but he also threw 3 interceptions, all in Baltimore territory.
Jaguars @ Titans 36-22
The Titans always have the Jags number when they come to Nashville. So maybe they looked past this game? Either way, I don’t think the Titans will look past the Jags again anytime soon. Trevor Lawrence had the best day of his career passing for 368 yards, 3 passing touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown. The Titans didn’t fare as well, clearly, look at the score.
Chiefs @ Broncos 34-28
I feel so bad for Russell Wilson. He was actually playing his best game this season and got knocked out cold. He looked like a toddler who just woke up from a nap. It wasn’t pretty. I know that the Broncos were never expected to win this game, but they really had a chance until Wilson and the concussion protocol. Patrick Mahomes, on the other hand, was having the worst game of his season. He had 3 touchdowns but also 3 interceptions. In the end the Chiefs got the win, but I wonder if they would’ve if Russell got to finish the game.
Buccaneers @ 49ers 7-35
This game was simply embarrassing especially if you are a Tom Brady fan or a Bucs fan. I mean, the 49ers started Mr. Irrelevant at quarterback. For those of you who don’t know who Mr. Irrelevant is, He is the person who was picked very last in their draft class. Therefore, Brock Purdy, was the very last player picked in the NFL draft for the 2022 season. OF all people, Tom should be able to sympathize with Brock. Brady wasn’t picked last but he didn’t get picked until the 7th round and he still has that chip on his shoulder. Anyway, this just shows how good the 49ers are, they are still winning with Mr. Irrelevant.
Panthers @ Seahawks 30-24
The Panthers shocked me. I didn’t think they’d get the win, especially after the Seahawks win last week. Any given Sunday. Am I right? I got this pick wrong.
Dolphins @ Chargers 17-23
Speaking of wrong picks, I got this one wrong too. I think that Justin Herbert is happy that Keenan Allen is back and healthy. I’m sure his fantasy managers are also happy. I was shocked that the Dolphins lost, but I’m also ok with it.
Patriots @ Cardinals 27-13
Thank god for the ManningCast. This game was terrible! It felt like every other play there was a penalty or an injury. I stayed up way too late and that’s only because it was fun to watch the Mannings pick on each other throughout the game. There were so many injuries I’m not going to list them all. The most notable was Kyler Murray, who was carted off the field with a towel over his head because he was so emotional. He's done for the season with a torn ACL. As for the ManningCast, my favorite guest was Keegan-Michael Key. He was funny and saved the evening in my opinion.
WEEK 15
Thursday, December 15th
49ers (9-4) @ Seahawks (7-6) (8:15pm Prime Video)
The 49ers are planning on starting 3rd string quarterback Brock Purdy who suffered an oblique strain in their win last week. He played through the pain then and will most likely play through it again. The 49ers don’t have much of a choice. The Seahawks are also playing with many injuries. All that being said I am going to pick the 49ers to win this game.
Saturday, December 17th
Colts (4-8-1) @ Vikings (10-3) (1pm NFLN)
The Vikings should have won last week. I think they’ll do it this week. I am picking Minnesota to win this game.
Ravens (9-4) @ Browns (5-8) (4:30pm NFLN)
I’m picking the Ravens to win even though the Browns seem to be their kryptonite.
Dolphins (8-5) @ Bills (10-3) (8:15pm NFLN)
In this divisional game, I’m picking the Bills to win and no, it’s not because they re-signed Cole Beasly.
Sunday, December 18th
Eagles (12-1) @ Bears (3-10) (1pm FOX)
I really really really hope that Da Bears stun the Eagles. Now I know that’s extremely unlikely so I’ll be rooting for the Bears but picking the Eagles for the win.
Falcons (5-8) @ Saints (4-9) (1pm FOX)
This is another divisional game that the Saints should win. Who knows if they will. Not so fun fact: Kamara has only 3 touchdowns this season, and they all came in one game. Alvin Kamara is on my fantasy team and that’s why it’s not so fun. I guess I’ll pick the Saints to win this game that they should totally win.
Lions (6-7) @ Jets (7-6) (1pm CBS)
I’m going against better judgment and I am picking the Lions to win this game, for no other reason than I don’t want the Jets to have a better record than the Giants.
Steelers (5-8) @ Panthers (5-8) (1pm CBS)
The Steelers are pretty beat up but the Panthers are not so hot either. I’m going to pick the Steelers for the win, which means that D.J. Moore will have three touchdowns for Carolina, and he’ll be sitting on my bench after he had zero catches last week.
Cowboys (10-3) @ Jaguars (5-8) (1pm FOX)
I’d love to see the Jags upset the Cowboys, I mean the Texans almost did it last week. I’m picking the Cowboys to win.
Chiefs (10-3) @ Texans (1-11-1) (1pm CBS)
Is this a trap game? Probably not. I’m picking the Chiefs to win.
Cardinals (4-9) @ Broncos (3-10) (4:05pm FOX)
I don’t think either team will have their starting quarterback. The Cards definitely will not have Kyler and I think Russell Wilson will still be in concussion protocol. I think that the Broncos have a better defense so I am going to pick Denver to win this game.
Patriots (7-6) @ Raiders (5-8) (4:05pm FOX)
I’ll be rooting for the Patriots but I am picking the Raiders to win this game.
Titans (7-6) @ Chargers (7-6) (4:25pm CBS)
The Chargers are playing pretty good football as of late. I think I am going to pick LA to win the game.
Bengals (9-4) @ Buccaneers (6-7) (4:25pm CBS)
I dropped Tom Brady in fantasy last week. I’m picking the Bengals to win this game.
NY Giants (7-5-1) @ Commanders (7-5-1) (8:20pm NBC)
I just did a big, huge, eye roll. You didn’t see it, but I am sure you can imagine it. The NFL thought it would be a good idea to flex this game for Sunday night. We’ll see… The Giants need this win to stay in the Wild Card race… I’m picking the Giants to win this game. I’m hoping that if I pick them to win then I can also will it into being. GO G-MEN!
Monday, December 19th
Rams (4-9) @ Packers (5-8) (8:15pm ESPN/ABC)
I’d love to see the Baker Mayfield led Rams beat the Packers. It isn’t likely, therefore I am picking the Packers to win this game.
GO G-MEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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