And @ Macius and other Ravens fans here: Nice bounce back demolishing of the Texans.
I wouldnt call it that exactly. Smith's Pick 6 was a flow changer and Doss was playing for his continued spot on the team. I think the biggest take-away is that our defense, while still trying to gel together, can shadow the one of the early 2000's.
We also exposed the massive hole in the Texans: Playing against teams who stay calm. The Texans have the talent, but it seems like they are lacking the fire and passion. Look at our SB run. Our talent was pretty good, but taking Ray on his last ride provided that fire to keep pushing and going.
On the note of Ray, I feel like him being on the sidelines gave us a morale boost. So if there are reports that he was kidnapped, I apologize, but I like seeing my Ravens play well.
Overall happy with my team this week, pulled of a win despite both teams underperforming.
Seems like Olsen didn't live up to his projections for this season, and he doesn't seem to be a major target for Newton like everyone predicted. Matt Forte continues to please. Doug Martin continues to fail to reach expectations, and Joique Bell managed to exceed them everytime.
As a Vikings fan every time I play against Adrian Peterson I cringe, because I want the dude to go off, but if he does it's bad for me. "So if he doesn't it's okay", I think, then the fan in me punches me right in the face for even thinking it - "Fantasy doesn't matter, idiot!"
... go Vikings.
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I can't count the number of times the past few years I've had to pick up and start a defense, or pick up a bye week replacement QB solely because they were playing against the Chiefs. I know your pain.
If I had to pick between those two I'd probably go Texans. I expect them to play hard after last week, but that's just my gut. Backed by a whole 0 statistics.
If I had to pick between those two I'd probably go Texans. I expect them to play hard after last week, but that's just my gut. Backed by a whole 0 statistics.
I did that last week and my boys burned 'em hard.
The issue with the Texans as I said before is their drive. They got talent, but the fire seems to misclick.
Houston's defense misses Connor Barwin something awful. Watt cant do everything himself. Without another pass rushing threat, Watt just gets the double team and HOU gives QB's all day to throw. Also, Kubiak is a HORRIBLE coach.
I'm a bit concerned about the big game for the Pats going into Atlanta. I know the Pats are coming along but it has been against markedly weaker opponents than they will face with the Falcons.
Gronk may be back this week (25% of Amendola too) and Roddy White and the Atlanta defense is banged up from what I have heard, so maybe the Pats are catching the Falcons at the right time?
I think the Pats find a way to sweak out a 24-23 win, how does everyone else see this game or any other matchup this week?
I'm a bit concerned about the big game for the Pats going into Atlanta. I know the Pats are coming along but it has been against markedly weaker opponents than they will face with the Falcons.
Gronk may be back this week (25% of Amendola too) and Roddy White and the Atlanta defense is banged up from what I have heard, so maybe the Pats are catching the Falcons at the right time?
I think the Pats find a way to sweak out a 24-23 win, how does everyone else see this game or any other matchup this week?
ATL is hurting BAD. Rumor is Roddy White is dealing with the always pesky and unpredcitable high ankle sprain. They've lost their RB, their LT, their playcalling LB, and their #1 DE. That's a lot to overcome. NE is certainly beatable but it's going to be a tough task. Luckily for ATL they get this game at home.
I'm a bit concerned about the big game for the Pats going into Atlanta. I know the Pats are coming along but it has been against markedly weaker opponents than they will face with the Falcons.
Gronk may be back this week (25% of Amendola too) and Roddy White and the Atlanta defense is banged up from what I have heard, so maybe the Pats are catching the Falcons at the right time?
I think the Pats find a way to sweak out a 24-23 win, how does everyone else see this game or any other matchup this week?
I would still take the Texans D vs. Seattle. Seattle is not a high scoring team, especially on the road. I'll be very surprised if they score more than 13 points @ Houston.
NE, however, is highly likely to score 25+, especially considering that Gronk may be back this week.
Yeah its going to cost me this week... unless the Raiders can hold Manning to under 16 points
Eh, youve got me beat anyway
On the non-Fantasy slant of that statement, that one-handed catch he made in the back of the endzone was bananas!
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And @ Macius and other Ravens fans here: Nice bounce back demolishing of the Texans.
GO PATS!
I wouldnt call it that exactly. Smith's Pick 6 was a flow changer and Doss was playing for his continued spot on the team. I think the biggest take-away is that our defense, while still trying to gel together, can shadow the one of the early 2000's.
We also exposed the massive hole in the Texans: Playing against teams who stay calm. The Texans have the talent, but it seems like they are lacking the fire and passion. Look at our SB run. Our talent was pretty good, but taking Ray on his last ride provided that fire to keep pushing and going.
On the note of Ray, I feel like him being on the sidelines gave us a morale boost. So if there are reports that he was kidnapped, I apologize, but I like seeing my Ravens play well.
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Seems like Olsen didn't live up to his projections for this season, and he doesn't seem to be a major target for Newton like everyone predicted. Matt Forte continues to please. Doug Martin continues to fail to reach expectations, and Joique Bell managed to exceed them everytime.
That's fantasy for ya.
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... go Vikings.
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@Macius....regarding your trade inquiry, I dont think we'd make good trade partners. Im really not seeing anyone Id want from you.
question for people, who to start:
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Falcons D/ST vs Patriots
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If I had to pick between those two I'd probably go Texans. I expect them to play hard after last week, but that's just my gut. Backed by a whole 0 statistics.
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I did that last week and my boys burned 'em hard.
The issue with the Texans as I said before is their drive. They got talent, but the fire seems to misclick.
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The only other defense I would play would be maybe Jets dst vs. Tenn.
I'll sit and play a little risky.
540 Peasant cube- Gold EditionSomething SpicyGronk may be back this week (25% of Amendola too) and Roddy White and the Atlanta defense is banged up from what I have heard, so maybe the Pats are catching the Falcons at the right time?
I think the Pats find a way to sweak out a 24-23 win, how does everyone else see this game or any other matchup this week?
I think you'll be fine.
Besides, at least you have this: http://www.thedrawplay.com/?comic=belichicks-grand-plan
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NE, however, is highly likely to score 25+, especially considering that Gronk may be back this week.
I think I'll ride texans and drink myself the "Browns fans" level of drunkeness when it fails me.
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