Week 5: The Match-ups

A brief preview of the match-ups for week 5. More information coming in separate posts for each of the match-ups.

Thursday Night Football

Minnesota Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers

1:00pm games

Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers
Cleveland Browns vs. Tennessee Titans
St. Louis Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Giants
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints
Houston Texans vs. Dallas Cowboys
Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions
Baltimore Ravens vs. Indianapolis Colts
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

4:00pm games

Arizona Cardinals vs. Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers
New York Jets vs. San Diego Chargers

Sunday Night Football

Cincinnati Bengals vs. New England Patriots

Monday Night Football

Seattle Seahawks vs. Washington redskins

Bye Week

Miami Dolphins
Oakland Raiders

The Patriots: What Happened?

The final score to the game was 41-14 Chiefs over the Patriots.

The Patriots

The game last night against the Chiefs was a complete disaster for the New England Patriots. It almost looked like the team forgot to show up. The Patriots looked like a bunch of High School Football Players who were invited to take on the Chiefs for fun.

If the Patriots were to receive a great for the performance of last night, it would be easy to say they got an F. They just looked horrible. To begin with someone, Tom Brady had one of the worst games in his career. He was only able to throw for 159 yards, he only completed 61% of his passes and only threw 1 touchdown. The big kicker which made this one of the worst games of his career was that he threw 2 interceptions. This is almost unheard of for Tom Brady.

The rest of the team did no better, on a total of 16 rushing attempts, they were only able to pick up 75 yards which is an average of 4.7 yards per carry, not to bad, but they weren't able to use this to their advantage. Tom Brady also fumbled the ball twice, but only lost the possession once.

The Chiefs

The Chiefs on the other hand did amazing last night. They handed New England their second worst loss in their history. Congratulations to the Chiefs. Alex Smith was the leader of the crew and arguably the star player of the game, he went 20/26 and threw for 248 yards with 3 touchdowns and no interceptions.

This wasn't they end for the Chiefs though, they had 207 yards on the ground with 1 touchdown in the hands of Charles. With these two offensive pieces put together, they were able to crank out 28 points on offense. You ask yourself, what about the other points. The answer is the defense. They were able to force turnovers and allow the offense to get down the field and score the other 6 points. The other 7 points occurred after a pick-6.

The Summary

Overall, if New England wants to make it to the playoffs this year, they better step up their game and reduce embarrassing losses as this one. The Chiefs on the other hand should keep executing at this level so they can make it to the playoffs and possibly beyond.

Was it Worth "Waiting All Day for a Sunday Night?"

Saints vs. Cowboys

This definitely wasn't the Sunday Night Football outcome that everyone was hoping for. You could have almost not considered this as a no contest game. Although it is great if you are a Cowboys fan, but if you are just a regular fan, "waiting all day for a Sunday night." this is not the game you were waiting for.

The Cowboys walked away from this one with a 38-17 victory over the Saints. Tony Romo went 22/29 with 262 yards in the air and 3 touchdowns. Not only did the passing game work good for the Cowboys, but they were also dominant in the running game. With 190 yards, they were literally running over the Saints defense who just didn't show up today. They allowed Dallas to march down the field on almost every drive. Murray was the leading rusher for the Cowboys with 149 yards on 24 carries, which is an average of 6.2 yards per carry. Coming into this game, Murray was the leading rusher in the league and tonight he showed everyone why. So far this season, DeMarco Murray has 534 yards on 99 carries which calculated to an average of 5.4 yards per carry. He is well on his way to a 1,000+ yard season.

The Saints looked horrible during the game. Viewers were expecting them team to put up a good fight against the Cowboys, but the exact opposite occurred. It is almost as if the Saints team forgot to show up for the game. Drew Brees threw for 340 yards and he went 32/44 which equates to a completion percentage of 72.7%. He was able to throw for 2 touchdowns, but in the process, he also threw a pick. This wasn't the end of the Saints hardships during the game, they also had 2 fumbles, which they lost both. Their running game consisted of 104 yards on the ground, but only because of a 62 yard run by Robinson. If it weren't for this run, the Saints would have had only about 40 yards on the ground.

1. Overall, the Saints didn't want the game to end this way and neither did Saints fans, but it was almost as if they brought in the high school team to play against the Cowboys. The Cowboys on the other hand were one of the best looking teams this week and are hoping to continue this trend into the future weeks, especially in the division games that are coming up in the next few weeks. This was the game that both the Cowboys and Cowboy fans were looking for as a boost for their season and for the Cowboys to be holding high heads going into next weeks game against the Houston Texans.

Sunday Football 4:00pm: The Results

They following are the reviews for the 4:00pm games:

Jaguars vs. Chargers - The Chargers were able to pull away from this one with a 33-14 victory over the Jaguars. The Jaguars haven't shown enough in any of their games this year and as a result they are now 0-4 going into week 5. Bortles was able to squeeze out 253 yards in the air with 1 touchdown, but in doing that, he also threw 2 interceptions in the game. As for their running game, they were able to pick up 85 yards on the ground with 1 touchdown in which Gerhart was responsible for. The Chargers on the other hand had 377 yards in the air with 3 touchdowns all on the shoulders of Rivers. As for the running game, they did horrible this week with only being able to pick up 42 yards with no touchdowns. The teams leading rusher was Oliver with 23 yards on 9 attempts. Overall the Chargers dominated the game today which ultimately led to the Chargers victory over the Jaguars.

Falcons vs. Vikings - The Vikings seemed unstoppable today with a win of 41-28 over the Falcons. Ryan had 298 yards in the air with 3 touchdowns, but h threw 2 interceptions. These interceptions really hurt the Falcons in this game as the Vikings were able to capitalize on these turnovers. As for their running game, the Falcons were able to put up 123 yards on the ground and 1 touchdown. Smith was responsible for the single rushing touchdown. This wasn't enough to keep up with the Vikings who had 317 yards in the air, but no touchdowns or interceptions. All of the points for the Vikings either came because of rushing, which they had 4 or special teams. In the running game, the Vikings had an astonishing 241 yards. Of the 4 touchdowns, 3 of them were because of Asiata and one of them was because of the quarterback, Bridgewater. Overall, the Vikings dominated this game and as a result they came away with the victory.

Eagles vs. 49ers - By the look of the first half, it would seem as if the Eagles would take this one by a long shot. After the half, the Eagles weren't able to put up any more points. This lead to the 26-21 49er victory over the Eagles. It wasn't the Eagles offense that did it for them in the first half, but it was special teams and their defense. The offense did nothing for them. Foles only had 195 yards today with no touchdowns and 2 interceptions. The running game was no better, in fact they did even worse. They were only able to put up 22 yards. If it weren't able to put up points on special teams, this game would have been a shut out. The 49ers on the other hand, although they didn't do so great in the first half, they were able to keep the pace steady to get the win over the Eagles. In the air, they were only able to put up 218 yards with 2 touchdowns and 1 interception. The running game was what won it for the 49ers. They were able to put up 218 yards on the ground with Gore being the leading rusher for the team this week. Although they were unable to get any touchdowns in the running game, they were able to get the offense down the field to be able to score. The strength of their running game was really what put this one in the bag for them.

Sunday Football 1:00pm: The Results

The following are the results for the 1:00pm games:

Panthers vs. Ravens - The Ravens took this one 38-10. The Panthers looked weak in this game, they had trouble in both the passing game and the running game. The Ravens on the other hand over 300 yards in the air and over 100 yards on the ground. They looked healthy this week.

Packers vs. Bears - The Packers took this one 38-17. Arron Rodgers did amazing this week with over 300 yards in the air and 4 touchdown passes. As for their running game, it didn't look too great, but Lacy had a touchdown run. The Bears on the other hand had played a balanced game today. Cutler had 256 yards in the air today, but by throwing 2 interceptions, it blew the game for them today. They had an astonishing 265 yards on the ground, and it is surprising to see that they only got 17 points in this weeks game.

Bills vs. Texans - The Texans walked away from this one with a 23-17 victory over the Bills. Both of the teams did well in the air this game, but both Manuel and Fitzpatrick threw 2 interceptions in the game. The Bills also had about 100 yards on the ground where the Texans struggled with only 37 yards on the ground with Fitzpatrick leading the team in rushing yards. It seems as if Watt's pick-6 is what won the game for the Texans today.

Titans vs. Colts - The Colts were the clear leaders in this game with a 41-17 victory over the Titans. The Titans weren't even able to put up 200 yards in the air today, but they were able to put up about 100 yards on the ground today. Luck was arguably the best in this game with 4 touchdown passes and almost 400 yards in the air. He did throw an interception though. The Colts were also able to put up about 100 yards on the ground today, but Luck's amazing performance this week is what won it for the Colts.

 Lions vs. Jets - The Lions were able to take this one with a 24-17 victory over the Jets. Stafford was able to put up just under 300 yards in the air today with 2 touchdown passes. The running game for them also went well this week because they were able to put up 88 yards. Calvin Johnson was barely a factor this week with only 2 catches for 12 yards. The Jets were only able to put up 209 yards in the air with 1 touchdown pass and 1 interception, both on the shoulders of Smith. They were able to put up 132 yards on the ground and one touchdown which Johnson was responsible for.

Dolphins vs. Raiders - The Dolphins were able to take this one with a 38-14 victory over the Raiders. This game was played in London today where Tannehill was able to throw for 278 yards in the air with 2 touchdown passes and only 1 interception. They were also able to put up 157 yards on the ground. They had 2 touchdowns in the running game both on the shoulders of Miller. The Raiders split the passing game between Carr and McGloin this week with Carr being able to put up 146 yards with 1 touchdown and 1 interception and McGloin had 129 yards in the air with 1 touchdown, but he threw 2 interceptions. The combination of these 3 interceptions really hurt the Raiders this week and ultimately helped them lose the game. In the running game they were only able to put up 53 yards.

Buccaneers vs. Steelers - This exciting game came down to the last seconds in which the Buccaneers were able to put together a winning drive to take it 27-24 over the Steelers. Glennon was able to put up 302 yards in the air today with 2 touchdown passes and 1 interception. His completion percentage this week was horrible this week at only 50%. In the running game, they were only able to put up 63 yards and 1 touchdown which Martin was responsible for. The Steelers did much better in the air with 314 yards in the air by Roethlisberger and 3 touchdown passes. Brown also got an attempt in the air today and was able to complete it for 17 yards. As for their running game, they were able to put up a healthy 85 yards mostly by Bell, but there were no touchdowns in the running game this week.

Week 4 Injury Report

With this week full of injuries from all around the league, and six teams on a bye week, including the Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, St. Louis Rams, and the Seattle Seahawks, it will be very difficult for fantasy players. Each of the player were either labeled Out, Doubtful, Questionable or Probable.

Out: The player will definitely not be playing in the game the week.

Doubtful: The player will most likely not play in the game, is still not feeling great and was very limited in practices this past week.

Questionable: The player has played during practices, but only to a certain extent and may play during the game this week.

Probable: The player will most likely play in the game in week, but is still not feeling 100%.


AFC - North

Baltimore Ravens

Bernard Pierce, running back, thigh, probable - He was at practice each and every day this week with full participation and is expected to start in the game this week.

Cincinnati Bengals

Bye Week

Cleveland Browns

Bye Week

Pittsburgh Steelers

No Injuries

NFC - North

Chicago Bears

Brandon Marshall, wide receiver, ankle, questionable - after having to leave the game Monday night in Week 3 for brief periods to get his ankle checked out, he has not practice at all over the past week. He will be a game time decision so keep close eye on his status before the game.

Detroit Lions

Joique Dell, running back, knee, probable - he is expected to start after being able to participate fully in practice late this week as he did last week and was able to start.

Calvin Johnson, wide receiver, ankle, questionable - he didn't return to practice until Friday this week. He says that he is able to play on Sunday, but make sure you check his status before the game.

Joseph Fauria, tight end, ankle, out - he injured his ankle in Week 3 and as unable to practice over this past week.

Green Bay Packers

No Injuries

Minnesota Vikings

Kyle Rudolph, tight end, abdomen/groin, out - after sustaining this injury in Week 3, he is expected to miss more than a month.

AFC - South

Houston Texans

Arian Foster, running back, hamstring, questionable - he is expected to be a game time decision yet again. He did complete limited practice each day this week.

Andre Johnson, wide receiver, ankle, probable - he was able to complete limited practice on Wednesday, but closed out the week with full practice on Thursday and Friday and is expected to play in the game this week.

Indianapolis Colts

T.Y. Hilton, wide receiver, ankle, probable - with an ankle ailment, he was still able to participate fully in practice on Thursday and Friday. He is expected to play in the game on Sunday against the Titans.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Toby Gerhart, running back, ankle, probable - he hasn't missed a game since getting this injury during the season opened. Although he is putting in fully participation in practices, he is lacking productivity on the field. He is not 100% recovered from his injury, but is expected to play in the game on Sunday.

Allen Hurts, wide receiver, ankle, probable - after injuring his ankle in Week 2 and being able to play in Week 3, with light practice on Wednesday, and full practices on both Thursday and Friday, his is expected to play in the game against the Chargers this week.

Marqise Lee, wide receiver, hamstring, out - he missed Week 3 with a hamstring ailment and is expected to sit out this week after not practicing at all this week.

Cecil Shorts III, wide receiver, hamstring, healthy - he is finally fully healthy and is expected to start in the rest of the games this season.

Tennessee Titans

Jake Locker, quarterback, wrist, questionable - he injured his right wrist last week and wasn't able to practice for most of the week until Friday, where he was very limited in practice. Expect a final decision early before the 1pm game they have scheduled.

Delanie Walker, tight end, shoulder, questionable - he was only able to put in limited participation at practice on Thursday and Friday. It looks as if he will be able to take the field on Sunday, but with setbacks.

NFC - South

Atlanta Falcons

Roddy White, wide receiver, ankle, questionable - he was able to increase his activity in practice over the course of the week with full practice on Friday. The Falcons say that he is expected to play this week after sitting out in Week 3.

Devin Hester, wide receiver, ankle, probable - he was listed on the injury report with an ankle ailment, but with his full participation in practice this week, he is expected to start on Sunday.

Harry Douglas, wide receiver, foot, questionable - he left he Week 3 game early with a foot injury and after full practice Wednesday and Thursday, he was limited on Friday. He is in question for this week so keep close track on his status before the game.

Carolina Panthers

Jonathan Stewart, running back, knee, questionable - after having to leave the game last week with a "severely sprained knee," it seems more likely that he will not be playing in this weeks game.

DeAngelo Williams, running back, thigh, probable - he was able to play, with full participation over the past week and is expected to start in the game on Sunday against the Ravens.

Jerricho Cotchery, wide receiver, thigh, probable - he was able to put in full participation during practice this week and is expected to play in the game this week.

New Orleans Saints

Mark Ingram, running back, hand, out - he remains out after breaking his hand in Week 2.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Josh McCown, quarterback, thumb, doubtful - he sprained his thumb in Week 3. The healing is processing well and will not need surgery. It is very slim that he will play in this weeks game.

Doug Martin, running back, knee, probable - he missed the last two games after being injured during Week 1. He was able to attend every practice the week with full participation. Martin is eager to play this week and is ready to show everyone what his has got.

Vincent Jackson, wide receiver, wrist, probable - he suffered a hairline fracture to his wrist in Week 3, but with full participation three days this week, he is expected to take the field this week, but will have to wear a protective brace.

AFC - East

Buffalo Bills

EJ Manuel, quarterback, abdomen, probable - he was able to attend very practice this week with full participation. He is expected to start in this weeks game.

C.J. Spiller, running back, chest, probable - he was added to the injury list Thursday, but was still able to complete full practices throughout this whole week. He is not 100% recovered, but he seems well enough to play in this game on Sunday.

Sammy Watkins, wide receiver, ribs, probable - he has steadily been improving. he was able to participate fully in practice this week and is expected to play against the Texans this week.

Robert Woods, wide receiver, ankle, probable - he seems to have minimal loss of productivity with is ankle injury and is expected to play in game against the Texans on Sunday.

Miami Dolphins

Mike Wallace, wide receiver, hamstring, probable - he was able to put in full participation this week, he is expected to play against the Raiders this week in London.

Charles Clay, tight end, knee, questionable - he hasn't missed a game yet despite the same issue all season. He is expected to play in the game on Sunday in London against the Raiders.

Knowshon Moreno, running back, elbow - he remains out with an elbow injury from Week 2. He is yet to return to practice.

New England Patriots

Rob Gronkowski, tight end, knee, no designation yet - he expects to give more participation in this weeks game as he continues to recover from his ACL/MCL surgery. He is expected to take the field on Monday night against the Chiefs.

New York Jets

Chris Johnson, running back, ankle, probable - he was able to participate fully in practice every day this week and is expected to play against the Lions at home this week.

Eric Decker, wide receiver, hamstring, questionable - he was forced to exit the game Monday Night with a sore hamstring. If his hamstring isn't able to loosen up this week, he will be limited to playing. Keep a close eye on his status before the game.

NFC - East

Dallas Cowboys

Tony Romo, quarterback, back, probable - he was able to complete full practice this past week except for Wednesday which he did last week and it seemed to work for him and the team in their victory over the St. Louis Rams. He is expected to start this week against he Saints.

Dez Bryant, wide receiver, shoulder, probable - after playing last week with the same injury, it is expected that he plays in this weeks game against the Saints. He did remain on limited practice this week though.

New York Giants

Played Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles

No Injuries

Washington Redskins

Played Thursday Night

AFC - West

Denver Broncos

Bye Week

Kansas City Chiefs

Jamaal Charles, running back, ankle, no designation yet - he was in limited participation during practice this week. It is likely that Charles plays this week, but definitely with some setbacks.

Oakland Raiders

Maurice Jones-Drew, running back, hand, probable - after missing the last two weeks from this injury. He was able to put in the full amount of practice this week. He is eager to play in London this week as his team takes on the Miami Dolphins. The Raiders are hoping that his return could help the team to their first win of the season.

Rod Streater, wide receiver, foot, out - he injured is foot in Week 3 and is expected to miss more than a month.

San Diego Chargers

Keenan Allen, wide receiver, groin, probable - he practice activity has increased from that of last weeks and is expected to play in the game this week against the Jaguars.

Antonio Gates, tight end, hamstring, probable - despite being on the injury list since Week 1, he as been considered as one of the most productive tight ends in the league. He has practiced fully all week and is expected to start on Sunday.

Ladarius Green, tight end, hamstring, questionable - he was limited in practice on Thursday and was unable to practice on Friday. His status remains in question going into the game on Sunday.

Ryan Mathews, running back, knee, out - he sprained the MCL in his right knee in Week 2 and is projected to miss four or five games.

NFC - West

Arizona Cardinals

Bye Week

San Francisco 49ers

Frank Gore, running back, back, probable - he was put on the injury report this week after coming up with a back sore. He was at practice each day this week with full participation and is expected to play on Sunday as the 49ers host the Eagles.

Michael Crabtree, wide receiver, quadriceps, probable - he was able to practice fully on both Thursday and Friday, and is expected to play against the Eagles on Sunday.

Vernon Davis, tight end, ankle/knee, questionable - throughout the course of the week, he has improved after not being able to play in last weeks game as of game time. This is expected to be a game time decision so watch carefully for the 4:25pm game.

Seattle Seahawks

Bye Week

St. Louis Rams

Bye Week

Is Decker Playing Against Lions?

Eric Decker says that he will be able to play in the game on Sunday against the Lions. Decker said, "Hamstring's feeling good," and was finally able to get out there and practice.

Monday Night Football Week 4 Preview

This weeks match-up is between the New England Patriots and the Kansas City Chiefs This match-up begins at 8:30 pm eastern time You can view it on ESPN or NFL Redzone The Patriots are currently hot and on a 2 game winning streak. With Tom Brady not gaining as many passing yards as he used to, only averaging 196.3 yards per game, it is hard to rely on the running game all the time. The Patriots need to increase their offensive performance if they want to continue to succeed in the future of the season. The Chiefs are looking to continue their winning streak which began last week after a win against the Miami Dolphins. In order to win this game, they need to keep Tom Brady and his offense at bay and work on scoring points of their own. Overall, it should be a pretty exciting Monday Night Football game. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
New England Patriots: Offense: 301.3 yards per game Passing: 196.3 yards per game Rushing: 105.0 yards per game Points: 22.0 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 38.8% Defense: 272.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 168.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 104.0 allowed yards per game Points: 16.3 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 43.2%	Kansas City Chiefs: Offense: 322.3 yards per game Passing: 197.7 yards per game Rushing: 124.7 yards per game Points: 20.3 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 47.7% Defense: 354.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 223.7 yards allowed per game Rushing: 130.3 yards allowed per game Points: 21.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 35.9%
Who do you think will win? Leave a comment so other can see what you think.

Sunday Night Football Week 4 Preview

This weeks match-up is between the New Orleans Saints and the Dallas Cowboys This match-up begins at 8:30 pm eastern time You can view it on NBC or NFL Redzone With the Saints not looking as good as they were last season, they have a chance this week against the Cowboys to defend their win from last week and make it a 2 game winning streak for them. They are looking to gain some momentum and carry it through the rest of the season. The Cowboys are also looking to continue a winning streak and make it 3 games. They are looking to keep track with the seeming unstoppable Philadelphia Eagles. With both teams having the motivation to continue a winning streak, it will be interesting to see how the game turns out. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
New Orleans Saints: Offense: 421.7 yards per game Passing: 281.3 yards per game Rushing: 140.3 yards per game Points: 26.0 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 61.5% Defense: 379.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 278.3 allowed yards per game Rushing: 101.3 allowed yards per game Points: 24.0 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 45.2%	Dallas Cowboys: Offense: 363.3 yards per game Passing: 206.7 yards per game Rushing: 156.7 yards per game Points: 25.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 54.3% Defense: 360.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 250.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 110.0 yards allowed per game Points: 23.0 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 48.6%
Who do you think will win? Leave a comment so other can see what you think.

Clay Matthews

Clay Matthews is a 4 time Pro Bowl linebacker and it may be so that he is one of the keys to the success of the Packers defense. Clay Matthews has been more successful against the Bears than any other team he has faced. He has the most sacks per game against the Bears.

Clay Matthews was listed a probable for this Sunday's game, but it is not certain that he will be able to play. Due to not being able to play because of a broken thumb, Matthews was unable to play both games against the Bears last year.

Falcons vs. Vikings Preview

This match-up is at 4:25 pm eastern time You can view it on FOX or NFL Redzone With the Falcons holding the number one spot in points earned per game, total offensive yards, and total passing yards, it is hard to say that his offense isn't one of the best currently in the league. With an impressive Thursday Night Football appearance last week putting up 56 points against the Buccaneers, this team is currently hot and is ready to put up some more points. The Vikings are very much the opposite, this team is looking to snap a 2 game losing streak and to do it this week, they will need to put in much more effort to ether keep up with of stop the Falcons from dominating the game as they did back on last Thursday night. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Atlanta Falcons: Offense: 455.0 yards per game Passing: 333.7 yards per game Rushing: 121.3 yards per game Points: 34.3 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 50.0% Defense: 387.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 262.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 124.3 allowed yards per game Points: 24.0 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 42.5%	Minnesota Vikings: Offense: 273.0 yards per game Passing: 173.7 yards per game Rushing: 99.3 yards per game Points: 16.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 34.2% Defense: 335.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 225.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 110.0 yards allowed per game Points: 18.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 43.9%
Who do you think will win? Leave a comment so other can see what you think.

Eagles vs. 49ers Preview

This match-up is at 4:25 pm eastern time You can view it on FOX or NFL Network The Philadelphia Eagles are looking to be one of the best teams in the league, scoring 2nd in the categories of points earned and total offense passing yards gained. This almost unstoppable team is going to be a challenge for the 49ers. The 49ers haven't been looking like the team to beat as they were last season. Ranking 3rd in the NFC West, they will be looking to regain some lost ground by putting up an impressive performance this week. This is going to be one of the most exciting games of the week so don't miss it. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Philadelphia Eagles: Offense: 419.0 yards per game Passing: 310.3 yards per game Rushing: 108.7 yards per game Points: 33.7 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 40.5% Defense: 386.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 280.3 allowed yards per game Rushing: 105.7 allowed yards per game Points: 26.0 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 34.1%	San Francisco 49ers: Offense: 332.0 yards per game Passing: 220.0 yards per game Rushing: 112.0 yards per game Points: 20.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 52.6% Defense: 312.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 226.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 85.7 yards allowed per game Points: 22.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 51.6%
Who do you think will win? Leave a comment so other can see what you think.

Jaguars vs. Chargers Preview

This match-up is at 4:05 pm eastern time You can watch it on CBS or NFL RedZone The Jacksonville Jaguars are not doing so well this season, as they have been beaten in every one of their games thus far. With a record of 0 - 3, this desperate team is looking for their first victory. To do so, their defense needs to wake up and stop allowing the opposing teams to march down the field and score constantly. Their offense is ranked number 31 or 32 in total yards, which will hurt them if they are looking for some big points. The San Diego Charger on the other hand, are currently on a 2 game winning streak and are showing no sign of slowing down. They will pose to be another big challenge for the weakened Jaguars. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Jacksonville Jaguars: Offense: 266.0 yards per game Passing: 201.3 yards per game Rushing: 64.7 yards per game Points: 14.7 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 24.3% Defense: 466.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 306.0 allowed yards per game Rushing: 160.0 allowed yards per game Points: 39.7 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 46.8%	San Diego Chargers: Offense: 334.3 yards per game Passing: 255.0 yards per game Rushing: 79.3 yards per game Points: 23.0 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 46.7% Defense: 327.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 226.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 101.3 yards allowed per game Points: 16.3 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 42.9%
Who do you think will win? Leave a comment so other can see what you think.

Dolphins vs. Raiders Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on CBS or NFL RedZone With the Miami Dolphins coming off a disappointing loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the Dolphins need to win this game if they want to stay in the race for the NFC East title. Ranked 29th in the league for total passing yards, it is something that the Dolphins have to work on if they want to come out of this game with a victory. The Raiders are in the hunt to claim their first win of the season, but they have had trouble getting the ball into the end zone and as a result have score the fewest points of all teams in the league. Depending on which team plays harder, and for the whole game, will depend on who wins. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Miami Dolphins: Offense: 327.3 yards per game Passing: 190.0 yards per game Rushing: 137.3 yards per game Points: 19.3 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 36.4% Defense: 324.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 198.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 125.3 allowed yards per game Points: 27.7 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 39.6%	Oakland Raiders: Offense: 254.3 yards per game Passing: 190.0 yards per game Rushing: 64.3 yards per game Points: 12.3 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 29.4% Defense: 342.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 183.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 158.7 yards allowed per game Points: 21.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 51.1%
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Buccaneers vs. Steelers Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on FOX or NFL Network The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking to end their losing streak of three games with a victory this week. By looking at the numbers, it looks like it will be hard for the Buccaneers to beat the Steelers. The Steelers are looking hot after a big win against th Carolina Panthers. Although they are currently in third in the AFC North, it will be hard to see them stay there for much longer. As the number one rushing team in the league with an average of 163.3 rushing yards per game, it will be hard for the Buccaneers to stop this powerful force. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Offense: 271.0 yards per game Passing: 163.3 yards per game Rushing: 107.7 yards per game Points: 15.0 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 39.4% Defense: 387.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 261.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 125.3 allowed yards per game Points: 31.7 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 51.4%	Pittsburgh Steelers: Offense: 419.3 yards per game Passing: 256.0 yards per game Rushing: 163.3 yards per game Points: 24.3 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 37.1% Defense: 353.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 223.7 yards allowed per game Rushing: 130.0 yards allowed per game Points: 24.0 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 31.4%
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Lions vs. Jets Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on FOX or NFL RedZone The Detroit Lions are currently in the first spot in the NFC North. After a big win against a division rival, the Green Bay Packers sending them into last place in the division, the Lions are feeling pretty good about themselves. They will need to step up their running if they want a chance at getting some yards against the Jets. After a loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, the Jets are looking for a place to rebound and being ranked number two in total rushing yards so far this season, it will make it hard for the Lions to stop the Jets with their dominate running game. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Detroit Lions: Offense: 364.3 yards per game Passing: 277.3 yards per game Rushing: 87.0 yards per game Points: 20.3 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 56.2% Defense: 244.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 180.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 63.7 allowed yards per game Points: 15.0 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 28.6%	New York Jets: Offense: 376.0 yards per game Passing: 218.7 yards per game Rushing: 157.3 yards per game Points: 20.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 43.2% Defense: 268.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 213.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 55.0 yards allowed per game Points: 24.0 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 41.5%
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Panthers vs. Ravens Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on CBS or NFL RedZone The Carolina Panthers are coming off of a loss from last week and are looking to take charge and keep their first place positioning in the NFC South. If they want to keep this spot, they need to improve their running game as they are 29th in the league in rushing yards after three weeks. The Ravens on the other hand are looking to take first in the AFC North as they sit one game behind the unstoppable Cincinnati Bengals. To at least keep pace, they need a win this week. It will be interesting to see who shows up to the game and how well each of the teams plays. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Carolina Panthers: Offense: 332.0 yards per game Passing: 259.7 yards per game Rushing: 72.3 yards per game Points: 21.0 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 33.3% Defense: 347.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 201.7 allowed yards per game Rushing: 145.3 allowed yards per game Points: 19.3 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 39.5%	Baltimore Ravens: Offense: 374.3 yards per game Passing: 237.3 yards per game Rushing: 137.0 yards per game Points: 21.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 41.5% Defense: 352.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 262.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 89.7 yards allowed per game Points: 16.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 40.5%
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Bills vs. Texans Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on CBS or NFL Redzone With the Buffalo Bills coming off a loss in week 3 against the San Diego Chargers, after a start of 2 - 0, it will be interesting to see the reaction the Bills have towards meeting Houston in an away game. They are also looking to keep the number one spot in the AFC East. The Texans have also come off a disappointing loss to the New York Giants and are looking to put that loss behind them and keep the number one spot in the AFC South. They hope their record wont be the same this years after having the same start last year. With both teams coming off a loss and looking to keep the number one spot in each of their divisions, the heat will be on to see who come out victorious. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Buffalo Bills: Offense: 322.3 yards per game Passing: 191.3 yards per game Rushing: 131.0 yards per game Points: 20.7 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 36.6% Defense: 351.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 267.3 allowed yards per game Rushing: 83.7 allowed yards per game Points: 17.3 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 36.6%	Houston Texans: Offense: 353.0 yards per game Passing: 212.3 yards per game Rushing: 140.7 yards per game Points: 21.3 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 43.9% Defense: 385.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 243.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 141.7 yards allowed per game Points: 16.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 27.3%
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Titans vs. Colts Preview

This match-up is at 1:00 pm eastern time You can view it on CBS or NFL Redzone The Titans are coming off a big loss against the Cincinnati Bengals. They struggled to get the ball into the endzone by only accomplishing it once. Their lack of producing points will make it extremely difficult to win this game against the Colts who averaged 31.7 points per game over the first three weeks. Will they be able to keep it up. The Colts are only 1 - 2, which is suprizing for a team that generates so many points. It will be interesting to see the turn out of this game. Both teams being 1 - 2, and looking to become more appriciated in their divisions. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Tennessee Titans: Offense: 348.3 yards per game Passing: 217.3 yards per game Rushing: 131.0 yards per game Points: 14.3 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 28.9% Defense: 304.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 170.0 allowed yards per game Rushing: 134.3 allowed yards per game Points: 23.0 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 35.1%	Indianapolis Colts: Offense: 426.0 yards per game Passing: 303.7 yards per game Rushing: 122.3 yards per game Points: 31.7 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 41.0% Defense: 387.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 276.3 yards allowed per game Rushing: 111.3 yards allowed per game Points: 26.0 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 44.4%
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Packers vs. Bears Preview

This Match-up is on Sunday at 1:00 pm eastern time View it on Fox or NFL RedZone With the Packers coming off a loss to the Detroit Lions in week 3, it will be interesting to see how they rebound. The Packers are also looking to get out of the 4th spot in the NFC North, a win against the division rival is a necessity for the Packers. The Chicago Bears on the other hand are coming off a victory from last night against the New York Jets. Although they looked healthy last night, they had a few key player that were missing. It will be interesting to see how they do against the desperate Green Bay Packers. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
Green Bay Packers: Offense: 289.3 yards per game Passing: 210.7 yards per game Rushing: 78.7 yards per game Points: 18.0 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 47.2% Defense: 354.3 yards allowed per game Passing: 198.3 allowed yards per game Rushing: 156.0 allowed yards per game Points: 26.3 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 50.0%	Chicago Bears: Offense: 300.0 yards per game Passing: 236.0 yards per game Rushing: 64.0 yards per game Points: 25.0 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 41.7% Defense: 377.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 233.0 yards allowed per game Rushing: 144.7 yards allowed per game Points: 20.7 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 42.5%
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Thursday Night Football

This Match-up is a 8:30 pm eastern time You can view it on CBS, NFLN or NFL Redzone A match-up between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins. With the Giants coming off their first win of the season and the Redskins trying to fight to get out of last place in the NFC East, it is going to be a good match-up between the two teams. The Redskins are coming off a of big loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and don't want to hurt their division record anymore, they are desperate for a win. Let's check out the stats for each of the teams:
New York Giants: Offense: 319.0 yards per game Passing: 210.0 yards per game Rushing: 109.0 yards per game Points: 19.3 point per game Third Down Conversion %: 35.1% Defense: 364.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 258.3 allowed yards per game Rushing: 106.3 allowed yards per game Points: 25.7 points allowed per game Third Downs Conversion % Allowed: 42.5%	Washington Redskins: Offense: 444.0 yards per game Passing: 308.7 yards per game Rushing: 135.3 yards per game Points: 27.0 points per game Third Down Conversion %: 41.5% Defense: 282.7 yards allowed per game Passing: 218.0 yards allowed per game Rushing: 64.7 yards allowed per game Points: 21.3 allowed per game Third Down Conversion % Allowed: 36.8%
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Week 4 Football Match-ups

Thursday Night Football at 8:30 pm eastern time:
New York Giants vs. Washington Redskins

Sunday at 1:00 pm eastern time:
Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears
Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans
Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts
Carolina Panthers vs. Baltimore Ravens
Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Miami Dolphins vs. Oakland Raiders

Sunday at 4:05 pm eastern time
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. San Diego Chargers

Sunday at 4:25 pm eastern time
Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers
Atlanta Falcons vs. Minnesota Vikings

Sunday Night Football at 8:30 pm eastern time
New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys

Monday Night Football at 8:30 pm eastern time
New England Patriots vs. Kansas City Chiefs

More information on each of the match-ups coming soon

Winner of Monday Night Football

The winner of Monday Night Football with the score of 27 - 19 was the Chicago Bears. The New York Jets on the other hand were driving the ball down the field with under 2 minutes to go, but couldn't convert on 4th down in the red zone ending the game for the Jets there. With Geno Smith throwing 2 interceptions, one being ran back for a touchdown was the real hurt to the team. Although the Jets seemed to be the dominant force in the running game with 78 yards and only allowing a total of 47 yards on the ground. The Bears started off with a quick 14 - 0 lead over the Jets and it was able to told up throughout the rest of the game. As a result, the Chicago Bears are 2 - 1 and the New York Jets are 1 - 2. Please write any comments you have below.

Monday Night Football Week 3

Only one game left in week 3. Monday Night Football is at 8:30 eastern time. New York Jets vs. Chicago Bears Who will win? Why? Let's look at the offense and defense stats:
Chicago Bears: Offense: 321.5 yards per game Passing: 255.5 yards per game Rushing: 66.0 yards per game Defense: 359.5 yards allowed per game Passing: 199.5 allowed yards per game Rushing: 160.0 allowed yards per game	New York Jets: Offense: 357.0 yards per game Passing: 178.0 yards per game Rushing: 179.0 yards per game Defense: 274.0 yards allowed per game Passing: 221.5 yards allowed per game Rushing: 52.5 yards allowed per game