The Shenoa Report
September 28, 2023
Regular Season Week 4
Guys! I went 13-3 on my picks last week! I also won in fantasy, sorry Mom. The Giants didn’t win, shocked face, so I didn’t have to run a mile. And that is my recap of week 3. Just kidding. Here it goes.
NY Giants @ 49ers 12-30
Welp. At least we got some points in this stomping. It wasn’t fun to watch. Our O-line is terrible. Like, so bad. On the other side of the ball our defensive line finally got their first sack of the season. Woot? Wait. Ugh. It’s going to be a really long season.
Colts @ Ravens 22-19 OT
Matt Gay, Colts kicker, scored the most points for the Colts and ultimately won the game in overtime for Indianapolis. More surprising, Gardner Minshew was the winning quarterback. Sorry Ravens fans, I got this pick wrong too.
Titans @ Browns 3-27
The Browns defense is clutch. I mean, they held Derrick Henry to 20 total rushing yards. That’s INSANE! The Titans have big problems. I will continue to say this until there is a new quarterback under center. Ryan Tannehill is NOT your guy. Also, you’re making DeHop look bad and I take that personally. On the Cleveland side, Deshaun Watson decided to throw touchdowns instead of picks this week, so I’m sure fantasy owners were happy about that. Hopefully, those people who had Nick Chubb were able to pick up Jerome Ford, his replacement. Ford also had a good game with two touchdowns on the day as well.
Broncos @ Dolphins 20-70
That score is not a typo. That score is a new record for points scored in the NFL. Man, am I glad I’m not a Broncos fan. There was so much insanity in this game I’m not going to even begin to write it all down. The Dolphins scored TEN touchdowns in this game. De’Von Achane had 4 of them. Who? I know, right. Unbelievable. I can’t wait for the Giants to play the Dolphins. What's the over/under on 10 touchdowns? Ugh.
Patriots @ Jets 15-10
I knew that Bill Belichick wouldn’t allow his team to lose 3 in a row. I knew that the Patriots were the better team. I also know that Zack Wilson might not be the best choice for the starting quarterback for the Jets. I mean, the last score for the Pats was a Zack Wilson sack in the endzone for a safety.
Bills @ Commanders 37-3
The Bills are definitely on the right track having solid back to back wins. Their offense is clicking and their defense is really getting things done. The defense caused 5 Jets turnovers in this romping, scoring 30 fantasy points. Thankfully my opponent had benched the Bills defense ahead of the game, otherwise I totally would have lost in fantasy this week.
Falcons @ Lions 6-20
I knew that the Falcons weren’t that good! The Lions, riddled with injuries, got the job done at home. Jared Goff might have been confused with a gazelle as he ran for a touchdown during the game. Goff had a rushing and receiving touchdown and only one interception. More importantly the Lions defense held the Falcons to just 2 field goals. Solid win Detroit!
Saints @ Packers 17-18
It was 17-0 in the third quarter when Derek Carr went out with a shoulder injury for the Saints. The Packers wouldn’t score until the 4th quarter. Then it was like the Packers realized that they are indeed the Packers and the Packers do not lose at home. So, they mounted a comeback. It started with a field goal. Later in the fourth quarter Jordan Love had a rushing touchdown and then threw another touchdown pass to Romeo Doubs to take the lead and then the game.
Texans @ Jaguars 37-17
What in the world is going on with the Jags? At least Christian Kirk got a touchdown to help me out in fantasy. I’m about to go pick up one of the Houston wide receivers off waivers. I mean, who knew C.J. Stroud could throw that many touchdown passes?!
Chargers @ Vikings 28-24
The Vikings might be playing close games again this season, but one thing is for sure, they aren’t winning any of those close games. On paper the teams are pretty evenly matched up. Keenan Allen vs Justin Jefferson, Joshua Kelley vs Alexander Mattison, Kirk Cousins vs Justin Herbert. Both quarterbacks had 3 passing touchdowns but only one, Cousins, threw an interception. That's just how the cookie crumbles.
Panthers @ Seahawks 27-37
I’m just glad I started Kenneth Walker. I mean, he’s no De’Von Achane but he did have 97 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns for the Seahawks. The Seahawks looked a lot better this week than last. The Panthers haven’t been able to get anything going especially with their starting quarterback recovering from an ankle injury. Andy Dalton was able to fill in for Bryce Young but it wasn’t enough to get the win.
Cowboys @ Cardinals 16-28
BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!
I don’t think ANYONE saw this coming. The Cowboys shut out the Giants 40-0. Then the Giants come back to beat the Cardinals 31-28. And now the Cardinals beat the Cowboys 16-28. Any given Sunday, huh? Anytime the Cowboys lose it’s a good day for a Giants fan. Even better, I started James Conner, who of course got another touchdown for me this week.
Bears @ Chiefs 10-41
I think the biggest news of the week came from this game, or at least who attended this game. That’s right, Taylor Swift was in attendance, watching Travis Kelce. From what I understand Travis went to a Taylor Swift concert this summer with the intention of giving her a friendship bracelet with his number on it. Smooth right? Well, he didn’t get to meet her that night nor give her the bracelet, but something must have happened since then because all the talk on the town is that they are dating now and they were seen together leaving the game. Hopefully this ends better than when Jessica Simpson was dating Tony Romo and everytime she attended a game Tony stunk up the place.
Steelers @ Raiders 23-18
Kenny Pickett had two touchdown passes and no interceptions for the Steelers. Jimmy Garoppolo had two touchdowns but three interceptions in this loss. The Steelers looked like the better team and ruined the Raiders home opener.
Eagles @ Buccaneers 25-11
I know it doesn’t change the outcome of the game, I just want my readers to know that Baker Mayfield threw fewer interceptions, and the same amount of touchdown passes, as Jalen Hurts. Mayfield only had one interception while Hurts had two.
Rams @ Bengals 16-19
Joe Burrow was back for the Bengals and Cincinnati finally got their first win of the season. It wasn’t pretty but it was a win.
WEEK 4
Thursday, September 28th
Lions (2-1) @ Packers (2-1) (8:15pm PRIME VIDEO)
Here’s a fun fact. The Lions have beaten the Packers 3 consecutive times, though Green Bay has a “slight edge” of 105-75-7 in its series with Detroit. The last matchup the Lions kept the Packers out of the playoffs with their win. It was also the last time Aaron Rodgers played for Green Bay. I know it was just last season but a lot has changed since then. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Lions made it four in a row but I’ve got to pick the Packers for the win at home.
Sunday, October 1st
Falcons (2-1) @ Jaguars (1-2) (9:30am ESPN+)
Note the time and where to watch. This will be the first of many overseas games. Wembley Stadium will host this London game. Even though the Falcons have won more games this season I am giving the edge to the Jags. Jacksonville has played the most overseas games and also has a winning record when doing so. Therefore I’m picking the Jags to win this game, but I’m not sure I’ll start Christian Kirk in fantasy.
Miami (3-0) @ Bills (2-1) (1pm CBS)
The Dolphins aren’t going to put up 70 points every game. I think this game will bring them back down to earth. I’m not going to go against the Bills at home. I’m rooting for and picking the Bills to win this game.
Broncos (0-3) @ Bears (0-3) (1pm CBS)
Both teams are HORRIBLE. This game will probably end in a tie. I think I am going to pick the Broncos for the win. I have no idea why.
Ravens (2-1) @ Browns (2-1) (1pm CBS)
The Browns defense is so good. I think they have the edge. I am going to pick the Browns to win this game.
Steelers (2-1) @ Texans (1-2) (1pm CBS)
The Steelers also have a really good defense. Therefore, I am going to pick the Steelers to win this game.
Vikings (0-3) @ Panthers (0-3) (1pm FOX)
Bryce Young should be back for the Panthers after suffering an ankle injury last week. I don’t know if that’ll be enough to get the win though. I’ll be rooting for the Panthers but I’m picking the Vikings to win this game.
Rams (1-2) @ Colts (2-1) (1pm FOX)
Anthony Richardson should also be back for the Colts after suffering a concussion in week 2. I think I’m going to pick the Rams to win this game regardless of who starts for the Colts.
Buccaneers (2-1) @ Saints (2-1) (1pm FOX)
This should be a good game. I think both teams are evenly matched. If Derek Carr starts for the Saints I’ll pick them to win, but I don’t think it’s likely that he’ll start with a shoulder injury on his throwing side. So I guess I’m picking the Baker Mayfield led Bucs to win this game.
Commanders (2-1) @ Eagles (3-0) (1pm FOX)
I’m picking the Eagles to win this game but I don’t like it.
Bengals (1-2) @ Titans (1-2) (1pm FOX)
I’m picking the Bengals to win only because the Titans haven’t made a quarterback change.
Raiders (1-2) @ Chargers (1-2) (4:05pm CBS)
With Jimmy G still questionable for the Raiders I’m going to pick the Chargers to win this game.
Patriots (1-2) @ Cowboys (2-1) (4:25pm FOX)
I mean, I’d love to see the Cowboys lose two in a row but I don’t think it’s likely. Let me stress to you I’d still be totally ok with it and after last week it IS possible. With all that said, I’m rooting for the Pats but picking the Cowboys for the win.
Cardinals (1-2) @ 49ers (3-0) (4:25pm FOX)
Yeah, I’m picking the 49ers for the win.
Chiefs (2-1) @ Jets (1-2) (8:20pm NBC)
I officially dropped the Jets defense and am rolling with the Chiefs defense in fantasy. Plus I’m starting Patrick Mahomes in fantasy. I’m picking the Chiefs to win this game.
Monday, October 2nd
Seahawks (2-1) @ NY Giants (1-2) (8:15pm ABC/ESPN)
The Giants can win this game and should win this game. But will they? Probably not. Danny Jones does not do well in prime time, our O-line is basically non-existent, and for some reason after a stellar previous season we SUCK this season! Not to mention we have to play against Geno Smith who ruined Eli Manning's career starts streak. Ugh. Also, I’m playing my partner in fantasy this week and I have to start DK Metcalf and Kenneth Walker if I have any chance of winning, which is also not good news for me and the Giants. Basically, I want the Giants to win in real life and I want to win in fantasy and it all comes down to this game. It’s a perfect storm if you will. For the sake of fantasy and my picks record I am going to pick the Seahawks to win this game. Though, I’d much rather get this pick wrong and lose in fantasy if the Giants do pull off this win. I guess that if and when this game goes sideways we have the Manning Cast to entertain us. Thank god for the Mannings. Go Giants!
GO G-MEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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