2nd down and 9 lose to Oscar S's Team in 240-238 battle
There's no way around it, 2nd down and 9 underdelivered, at least compared to projections, as Oscar S's Team narrowly earned a 240-238 win. It wasn't nearly as close as the final score indicates, as Oscar S's Team led 240-160 heading into Monday night. 2nd down and 9 closed the gap behind Kirk Cousins (57 points) and Stefon Diggs (21). Patrick Mahomes (100 points) and Travis Kelce (29) were the stars for Oscar S's Team in the win. This marks the third time this season Oscar S's Team have taken down 2nd down and 9, after winning 331-275 in their last matchup. Oscar S's Team improve to 5-9 for the season, while 2nd down and 9 fall to 5-9.
While catching 2 passes for 87 yards and a touchdown against the Giants, Crowder tallied 26 points this week. His scoring output nearly doubled his 13.39-point projection and was much higher than his 6.5-point season scoring average. Crowder will face the Jaguars next week.
Sunday Early
Patrick Mahomes had a 48-yard pass for Oscar S's Team, while Jamison Crowder had a 79-yard touchdown catch, helping Oscar S's Team to a 200-61 lead.
Sunday Late
Michael Badgley had a 59-yard field goal for 2nd down and 9, who trailed 215-153 after the late round of games.
Monday
Kirk Cousins found Stefon Diggs for a 48-yard pass for 2nd down and 9.
Oscar S's Team
Sure, we ultimately got the win, but we can't deny it, Oscar S's Team. Our running backs were thoroughly outmatched by the opposition. Todd Gurley II (58 total yards, no TDs) logged just 25 points in Week 14, and the starting backfield for 2nd down and 9 showed us up by recording a score of 68. Let's bounce back with a big statement in Week 15!
2nd down and 9
There are plenty of lessons we can take away from the 2018 campaign and apply to next season... it's never too early to begin doing your homework and thinking about where to improve! Keep your head up, 2nd down and 9!