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Matchup Recap Summary
Week 8
Weekly
Grade
Grade
DirtBags
4-4 140.55
143.46
VS
proj
Steidle’s playas
125.8
3-5
152.79
Steidle’s playas fall to DirtBags, 140.55-125.80
Steidle’s playas were unable to bring their A game, as DirtBags earned a 140.55-125.80 win. Steidle’s playas grabbed a 0.20-point lead on Thursday, but DirtBags held the lead the rest of the way. They were led by Russell Wilson (261 Pass Yds, 4 Pass TDs, 23 Rush Yds) and Travis Kelce (8 Rec, 109 Rec Yds, 1 Rec TD). Davante Adams (7 Rec, 53 Rec Yds, 3 Rec TDs) and Julio Jones (7 Rec, 137 Rec Yds) led the way for Steidle’s playas in the loss. DirtBags (4-4) will look to keep it rolling against Steidle66, while Steidle’s playas (3-5) will attempt to develop some positive momentum against Tommysterrors.
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Matchup Timeline
DirtBags
Steidle’s playas
Inside the Matchup
Matchup Player of the Week
Taking on the Colts in Week 8, Jones Jr. caught 3 passes for 39 yards and 2 touchdowns. In doing so, he put up 18.9 points to scored 83.3% higher than his 10.31-point projection, the highest percentage of any player on DirtBags this week. In Week 9, Jones Jr. and the Lions will play the Vikings.
Marvin Jones Jr.
Top Player Comparison
DirtBags
Points
% of total points 140.55
1
Russell Wilson
QB
35.35
30.44
25.2%
2
Travis Kelce
TE
24.9
16.57
17.7%
3
Marvin Jones Jr.
WR
18.9
10.31
13.4%
4
Jerick McKinnon
RB
13.9
9.77
9.9%
Steidle’s playas
Points
% of total points 125.8
1
Davante Adams
WR
30.3
21.58
24.1%
2
Julio Jones
WR
20.7
18.28
16.5%
3
The Indianapolis Colts defense
DEF
15
7.1
11.9%
4
Josh Allen
QB
14
24.36
11.1%
Matchup Highlights
Thursday
DJ Moore had a 42-yard catch for DirtBags, who trailed 20.70-20.50 after the first game of the week.
Sunday Early
Both teams had players with standout plays early Sunday, after which Steidle’s playas became the proud owner of a 103.40-80.20 lead. For DirtBags, Marvin Jones Jr. had a 25-yard touchdown catch. Josh Allen made the highlight reel for Steidle’s playas with a 41-yard pass.
Sunday Late
Russell Wilson had a 46-yard touchdown pass for DirtBags, contributing to a 130.45-125.80 lead for the team.
Points By Position
DirtBags
Steidle’s playas
StatSmack
They weren't even trying all that hard. DirtBags scored less in this one (140.55) than their season average of 152.61.
We heard scoring helps you win. DirtBags are doing a better job of that, averaging 152.61 versus Steidle’s playas's 140.44.
Even the computers think DirtBags have a better-constructed roster. They have a higher projected points average (155.38) than Steidle’s playas (141.53).
You can't win if you don't play. DirtBags has left fewer points on the bench this season (294.85) than Steidle’s playas (351.9).
DirtBags don't falter at the last minute, with fewer close losses than Steidle’s playas (0 vs 1).
By position, DirtBags have outscored Steidle’s playas at QB, RB, WR, and K this season.
DirtBags has a higher average scoring margin (6) than Steidle’s playas this season (-4).
The starters for DirtBags had more big plays in their NFL games this week (3) than the starters for Steidle’s playas (1).
DirtBags came out victorious despite having more players on a bye this week (2) than Steidle’s playas (0).
Hey Steidle’s playas, want to see stats that favor your team? Well, try winning for a change, and see what the numbers have to say next week!
Coach Talk
DirtBags
You know, this sport is all about exploiting the mismatches. Fueled by a solid display by Russell Wilson, we thoroughly outscored Steidle’s playas at the quarterback position this past week (35.35 points to 14). Wilson went 27-for-37 for 261 yards and four TDs (plus no INTs) in a 37-27 win over the 49ers.
Steidle’s playas
Look, Steidle’s playas, I've been in this industry long enough to realize that sometimes points just seem to miraculously appear out of the blue. Then sometimes (like this week) they don't! You know, now that I think about it... perhaps asking for an extra 15 points is a bit overzealous.