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Week 15

Weekly
Grade
Foles for Mayor
12-3 260.72
233.84
 
VS
proj
Strangely Browns
227.62 7-8
204.4

Foles for Mayor brush off predictions, defeat Strangely Browns, 260.72-227.62

Both teams rose to the occasion and exceeded expectations, but Foles for Mayor beat Strangely Browns. Predicted to win 233.84-204.40, Foles for Mayor emerged victorious with a 260.72-227.62 win over Strangely Browns. Foles for Mayor never trailed in this one after grabbing a 31.44-point lead on Thursday behind Darren Waller (52 points) and Josh Jacobs (24.4). Justin Herbert (44.96 points) and CeeDee Lamb (38.1) led the charge for Strangely Browns in the loss. This marks the third time this season Foles for Mayor have taken down Strangely Browns, after winning 277.66-180.88 in their last matchup. Foles for Mayor will look to clinch the league title next week, while Strangely Browns attempt to bounce back and lock up 3rd Place.

Matchup Timeline

  Foles for Mayor   Strangely Browns

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

While allowing only 12 points, surrendering 303 yards, and forcing a fumble against the Patriots, the Dolphins defense tallied 27 points this week. They scored right around their 28.06-point projection in the 22-12 win. The Dolphins defense ranks #89 among all fantasy players this season and will face the Raiders next week.
The Miami Dolphins defense

Top Player Comparison

Foles for Mayor
Points
% of total points 260.72
1
Calvin Ridley
WR
55.3
25.92
21.2%
2
Darren Waller
TE
52
23.04
19.9%
3
The Miami Dolphins defense
DEF
27
28.06
10.4%
4
Josh Jacobs
RB
24.4
18.36
9.4%
Strangely Browns
Points
% of total points 227.62
1
Justin Herbert
QB
44.96
20.32
19.8%
2
CeeDee Lamb
WR
38.1
14.92
16.7%
3
J.D. McKissic
RB
35.7
16.76
15.7%
4
Justin Jefferson
WR
31.4
22.85
13.8%

Matchup Highlights

Thursday
There were players with big-time moments for both teams on Thursday, but it was Foles for Mayor who took the lead, 76.40-44.96. For Foles for Mayor, Darren Waller had a 35-yard touchdown catch. Justin Herbert made the highlight reel for Strangely Browns with a 26-yard touchdown pass and a 53-yard pass.
Sunday Early
CeeDee Lamb had a 45-yard catch for Strangely Browns, while Matt Prater had a 53-yard field goal for the team, who trailed 205.86-196.76 after the early games.
Sunday Late
Jared Goff had a 44-yard pass for Foles for Mayor, contributing to a 255.72-227.62 lead for the team.

Points By Position

  Foles for Mayor   Strangely Browns

StatSmack

Foles for Mayor are unstoppable versus Strangely Browns this season, with a record of 3-0.
History is repeating itself. In three games vs Strangely Browns this season, Foles for Mayor have averaged more points (285.9) than they usually score this season (251.34).
We heard scoring helps you win. Foles for Mayor are doing a better job of that, averaging 251.34 versus Strangely Browns's 217.91.
As Herm Edwards once said, "You play to win the game!" Foles for Mayor (12-3) have a better record than Strangely Browns (7-8).
Once Foles for Mayor put their foot on the gas, they don't let up. They've got more blowout wins this season than Strangely Browns (4 vs 3).
Foles for Mayor laugh in the face of danger. They've got more upset wins this season (1) than Strangely Browns (0).
Foles for Mayor should change their team name to "The Overachievers" since they have beat their projection in more matchups than Strangely Browns (10 vs 6).
Foles for Mayor have had more fantasy starters beat their projection than Strangely Browns (79 vs 65).
By position, Foles for Mayor have outscored Strangely Browns at RB, WR, TE, K, and DEF this season.
Foles for Mayor don’t just win, they win BIG, with an average margin of victory of 52 points, highest in the league.
Hey Strangely Browns, maybe you'll have better luck next year!

Coach Talk

Foles for Mayor
Earning the win is most important, Foles for Mayor, but we've also identified one spot where we can improve as a team. Our quarterbacks were severely overmatched this past week. Our two guys under center combined for just 30.42 points in Week 15, and the QBs for Strangely Browns doubled us up with a score of 75.82.
Strangely Browns
Happy holidays, Strangely Browns! We hope the GM of Foles for Mayor will write a thank-you card for the generous 227.62-point gift this past week.