The Shenoa Report
October 9 2025
Regular Season Week 6
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There are no more undefeated teams in the NFL this season but there is still one winless team. Give it up for the New York Jets!!!!!
I lost in one league and won in the other, CMC Ya Next Season 3-2, Won’t You Be My Nabers 2-3. Maybe my Nabers team needs another name. Suggestions welcome.
Also, I went 5-9 in my picks, because “Any given Sunday.” Teams that were supposed to win, I’m looking at you Bills, Giants, Eagles, Jets….. Didn’t. Jerks.
Let’s jump into the recap!
49ers @ Rams 26-23 OT
The Rams were heavy favorites to win this game at home. I guess that means the odds don’t really matter. I got this pick wrong and that’s frustrating. But I got a LOT of picks wrong in week 5. The 49ers, led by a banana eating QB Mac Jones, stunned the Rams in overtime. Jones clarified that he ate three bananas during the game, despite a report during the broadcast suggesting he had eaten 11. He was eating the bananas to help with severe cramping and fatigue he was experiencing late in the game, which was a major factor in his ability to continue playing through the overtime victory. The original mention of "11 bananas" by the broadcast team was believed by some to be a joke or an exaggeration.
Vikings @ Browns 21-17
The Vikings win came on a last minute drive to end the game. Despite a solid first time performance for Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel, the Vikings pulled ahead late in the fourth quarter. The game winning score came with just 25 seconds left on a 12-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Carson Wentz to wide receiver Jordan Addison. Fun fact: This was the 40th ever regular-season NFL game played in London.
Texans @ Ravens 44-10
The Texans dominated the injury depleted Ravens in an embarrassing home loss for Baltimore. Texans QB C.J. Stroud led the charge, throwing for 244 yards and four touchdowns. This was the most lopsided home loss in Ravens history and the Texans first-ever win in Baltimore. Not so fun fact: My opponent benched Lamar for Stroud this week in fantasy. Yeah. I lost.
NY Giants @ Saints 14-26
No words. Just frustrations. And anger. With more frustrations. The game started out GREAT. I thought to myself, we’ve finally arrived. How dumb was I to think that. It was a tale of two halves. Our first two possessions resulted in Theo Johnson touchdowns from Jaxson Dart. Then it all went to hell. The Saints offense, led by quarterback Spencer Rattler, finally broke through with a massive 87-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to narrow the deficit. The Saints then took their first lead at halftime following a field goal set up by a Giants fumble, making the score 16-14. The entire second half was trash. We had 5 consecutive turnovers, our defense also gave up, and the Saints scored 23 unanswered points to get their first home win of the season. Fun Fact: The victory for the Saints was a significant one for quarterback Spencer Rattler, as he became the first quarterback drafted by the Saints to win a game for the franchise since 1998.
Broncos @ Eagles 21-17
The Broncos stunned the Eagles, completing a spectacular comeback from a 17-3 deficit to win 21-17. QB Bo Nix led three consecutive scoring drives in the fourth quarter, capped by a go ahead touchdown pass and a successful two point conversion to end the Eagles unbeaten start to the season. HAH!!! Fun fact: Broncos head coach Sean Payton's decision to go for a two-point conversion midway through the fourth quarter was his FIRST go ahead two-point attempt in his 298 regular season and playoff games as a head coach.
Cowboys @ NY Jets 37-22
I got this pick wrong too. Dak Prescott threw for four touchdowns, and the Cowboys scored twice in the final minute of the second quarter to break the game open after a Breece Hall fumble. That pretty much sums up the game. Fun Fact: This loss dropped the Jets to 0-5 and made them the first team in NFL history to start a season 0-5 with zero defensive takeaways.
Raiders @ Colts 6-40
Son of a B! I am not starting Daniel Jones again in fantasy! This time he had a GREAT game and they pulled him in the 3rd quarter. He gave me 16 points in fantasy. Had he played the entire game he probably would have got me at least 21 points and I would have won this week. I am so mad at DJ (but more mad at myself)! The Colts offense scored touchdowns on six consecutive possessions, with running back Jonathan Taylor accounting for three rushing touchdowns. Raiders quarterback Geno Smith struggled, throwing two interceptions as Las Vegas managed only two field goals in the blowout loss. Fun fact: The last time the Colts offense scored a touchdown on six consecutive possessions was in 2001.
Dolphins @ Panthers 24-27
The Dolphins jumped out to an early 17-0 lead, but the Panthers ground game, led by Rico Dowdle's 206 rushing yards, allowed them to erase the deficit and eventually take the lead. Bryce Young threw a game-winning touchdown pass to Mitchell Evans with under two minutes remaining to seal the thrilling comeback victory for Carolina. Fun fact: Dowdle reportedly drank five cups of pickle juice and hydration mix to fight off leg cramps that briefly sidelined him in the fourth quarter, allowing him to return to the game.
Buccaneers @ Seahawks 38-35
Man! I got this pick wrong too. I feel like I’m saying that a lot this week. To make matters worse had I started Baker in fantasy over DJ I absolutely would have won this week! I’m happy for the Bucs and I am happy for Baker Mayfield but I am sad for me. The game was a back and forth shoot out of sorts. Fun fact: Baker Mayfield became the first quarterback in NFL history to compile 375 or more passing yards with fewer than five incompletions in a regular-season game (he was 29-of-33 for 379 yards).
Titans @ Cardinals 22-21
The Titans completed an improbable comeback win over the Cardinals, overcoming an 18-point deficit that stood at 21-6 entering the fourth quarter. The Titans rally was fueled by two crucial Cardinals fumbles in the final quarter, including one by Emari Demercado that resulted in a touchback instead of a game-sealing touchdown. Demercado dropped the ball before he crossed the end zone line! Titans QB Cam Ward led a last-minute drive, setting up Joey Slye for a game-winning 29-yard field goal as time expired to secure the Titans first win of the season and snap a 10-game losing streak. Fun fact, or not so fun fact if you are a Cards fan: The Arizona Cardinals became the first team in NFL history to lose three consecutive games on a score (in all three cases, a field goal) on the final play of the fourth quarter.
Commanders @ Chargers 27-10
The Commanders rallied from an early 10-0 deficit to defeat the Chargers. A Quentin Johnston fumble led to 27 unanswered points for the Commanders, sparked by a strong performance from rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, who rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns. The Chargers' sloppy play, marked by 10 penalties and three turnovers, contributed significantly to their second consecutive loss. Even though the Chargers lost, WR Keenan Allen made history. Fun fact: Allen became the fastest player in NFL history to reach 1,000 career receptions, doing so in his 159th game. He surpassed the previous record of 167 games, held by Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison.
Lions @ Bengals 37-24
Lions RB David Montgomery, playing in his hometown, was the star of the Lions offense with a rushing touchdown and a trick-play touchdown pass, helping Detroit improve to 4-1. The Lions defense was pivotal, recording three interceptions on Bengals quarterback Jake Browning, with a late safety by Derrick Barnes sealing the victory. Fun fact: David Montgomery got to see his older sister Kiki at the game. This was a very special moment for the both of them. In February 2024 Kiki was paralyzed after being involved in a car crash and this was the first time she had seen her brother play in person since her accident. Montgomery mentioned that he appreciated the Cincinnati Bengals help in making sure she got on the field.
Patriots @ Bills 23-20
Ugh! What in the world! Stop it! Bills! You are better than that! I already have a losing team, you’re not supposed to lose too!!!! Damnit! Any given Sunday. Am I right? And with that, there are no more undefeated teams in the NFL this season. The Bills committed three costly turnovers, which the Patriots, led by quarterback Drake Maye and a stellar performance from receiver Stefon Diggs in his return to Buffalo, capitalized on. The game was sealed by a 52-yard field goal from kicker Andy Borregales with only 15 seconds left in the fourth quarter. Not so fun fact: This loss snapped the Bills impressive 14-game regular season home winning streak.
Chiefs @ Jaguars 28-31
I GOT THIS PICK RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In a week in which I went 5-9 in picks, this one feels good. The Chiefs jumped out to an early lead but the Jags clawed right back. Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence led a dramatic, game-winning drive in the final minutes. The drive culminated in a bizarre, yet heroic, 1-yard rushing touchdown by Lawrence with 23 seconds left on the clock, securing the win. Fun facts: The win ended the Jaguars eight-game losing streak against the Chiefs, marking their first win over Kansas City since 2009.
Even more remarkably, the Chiefs had won 23 consecutive games (including playoffs) when leading by 14 or more points, making the Jaguars 14-point comeback to win a rare feat against the Patrick Mahomes-led Chiefs.
WEEK 6
Thursday, October 9th
Eagles (4-1) @ NY Giants (1-4) (8:15pm PRIME VIDEO)
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I’m not ready for this game. Also, I am so sick of hearing about Saquon Barkley. I don’t like him. I don't think he is a stand up guy. I think his words mean little. I’m glad he is no longer a Giant. I think he’s a two faced SOB. He said earlier this week that he would’ve signed for $11 million per year if the Giants operated a different way.
STOP. Just stop.
Reddit user NJImperator and I agree completely. They said, “I’d be so much less annoyed by Saquon if he just admit he wanted out. Holy fuck, dude. We know what the team offered you. It was more than 11M. Just say you wanted to play for a better team. Blame your daughter and say it was so she could be closer to gam-gam. But holy fuck, you can’t have it both ways when we KNOW the team offered you more than what you’re saying would’ve been enough to keep you. Dude, you literally won. You escaped and got a ring and have the entire NFL landscape on your side. You don’t need to keep making shit up.”
Barkley, who can’t seem to shut up about his time with NY, is returning to MetLife for the second time after leaving the Giants for the Eagles. He’s coming into this game with some knee soreness but says he’s “excited to go play.” I’m not looking forward to this game. I may not even watch. But I’ve got so many fantasy implications I might. I don’t know. Ugh. I’m picking the away team to win.
Let’s see how the Giants can screw up this game! G-MEN! At least there shouldn’t be a sense of hope, or rather, false hope in this game.
Sunday, October 12th
Broncos (3-2) @ NY Jets (0-5) (9:30am NFLN, NFL+)
Check the time again. We have another game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The Broncos are heavy favorites in this game and that is who I am going to pick for the win.
Browns (1-4) @ Steelers (3-1) (1pm CBS)
The Browns ALWAYS play the Steelers hard. It is a fun divisional game that I look forward to watching. The Steelers are coming off their bye week, meaning they are well-rested and have had extra time to prepare. The Browns, on the other hand, are returning from a long trip back from playing in London last week, which is considered a difficult travel spot for a third consecutive road game. That said, I’ll be rooting for the Browns but picking the Steelers to win this game.
Chargers (3-2) @ Dolphins (1-4) (1pm CBS)
The Chargers have now lost two in a row. I don’t think they’ll make it three. I’m picking the Chargers to beat the Dolphins.
Patriots (3-2) @ Saints (1-4) (1pm CBS)
The Patriots beat the Bills Sunday night and now they head to the Saints. I’m mad at the Saints for beating up on my Giants. Therefore, I am picking the Patriots to beat the Saints.
Rams (3-2) @ Ravens (1-4) (1pm FOX)
How about this, if Lamar Jackson plays, the Ravens have a chance at winning. I don’t think he’ll play and therefore, I am picking the Rams to win this game.
Cardinals (2-3) @ Colts (4-1) (1pm FOX)
I am not starting Daniel Jones so he’ll probably have a great game. I’m picking the Colts for the win.
Seahawks (3-2) @ Jaguars (4-1) (1pm FOX)
What world are we living in where the Jags are 4-1 and the Ravens are 1-4? I’m picking the Jags to win this game, only because of their record.
Cowboys (2-2-1) @ Panthers (2-3) (1pm FOX)
Dear Panthers, I’m sorry I’ve been mean to you in the past. I believe in you. Please beat the Cowboys. Love, Shenoa. The Panthers are undefeated at home and the Cowboys have already lost two away games. I’m going out on a limb and picking the Panthers to win this game.
Titans (1-4) @ Raiders (1-4) (4:05pm FOX)
Both teams have the same record so I am picking the home team to win this game. We’ll see if the Raiders can do it!
49ers (4-1) @ Buccaneers (4-1) (4:25pm CBS)
I’ve got fantasy implications on both teams so I just want this to be a high scoring game with no injuries. I’m picking the Bucs to win, only because they are the home team.
Bengals (2-3) @ Packers (2-1-1) (4:25pm FOX)
I picked up the Packers defense for this game. We’ll see how it goes. The Packers are coming off their bye week and should be very refreshed. The Bengals are making their 3rd quarterback change of the season. Jake Browning was not the answer. Joe Flacco is now QB one for the Bengals. I’m picking the Packers to win this game.
Lions (4-1) @ Chiefs (2-3) (8:20pm NBC)
The Lions have more road wins than the Chiefs have home wins this season. I’d like that to continue. I’m going against the odds and picking the Lions to win this game.
Monday, October 13th
Bills (4-1) @ Falcons (2-2) (7:15pm ESPN)
The Bills need to get their act together. I know the Giants are going to lose so I need my AFC team to win! You let me down last week, don’t do it again this week! I’m picking the Bills to win this game.
Bears (2-2) @ Commanders (3-2) (7:15pm ESPN)
I’ll be rooting for the Bears but picking the Commanders to win this game.
BYE WEEK: Vikings, Texans
GO G-MEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the edit Eric!
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