Stars and Scrubs come back to defeat Closet of Hope-fuls, 123.12-114.04
Stars and Scrubs beat expectations, coming back to earn a 123.12-114.04 win over Closet of Hope-fuls. Despite trailing 114.04-99.82 heading into Monday night, Stars and Scrubs came storming back behind Davante Adams (12.1 points) and Robert Tonyan (11.2). Tom Brady (29.64 points) and the Buffalo Bills defense (22) were the leaders for Closet of Hope-fuls in the loss. Stars and Scrubs improve to 1-1 on the season, while Closet of Hope-fuls fall to 1-1.
The Patriots defense allowed only 6 points, surrendered 336 yards, and intercepted 4 passes in a 25-6 win over the Jets. In doing so, they put up 19 points to more-than-double their 9.14-point projection, the highest percent increase of any player on Stars and Scrubs this week. Next week, the Patriots will battle the Saints.
The New England Patriots defense
Sunday Early
Both teams had players with standout plays early Sunday, after which Closet of Hope-fuls had a 53.70-35.70 lead. For Stars and Scrubs, Ja'Marr Chase had a 42-yard touchdown catch. Nick Chubb made the highlight reel for Closet of Hope-fuls with a 26-yard touchdown run.
Sunday Late
Both teams had multiple players with standout plays on Sunday afternoon, but it was Closet of Hope-fuls who took the lead, 108.34-82.52. Russell Wilson had a 68-yard touchdown pass and a 63-yard touchdown pass for Stars and Scrubs, while Greg Zuerlein had a 56-yard field goal. Meanwhile, Tom Brady had a 20-yard touchdown pass for Closet of Hope-fuls, while Keenan Allen had a 42-yard catch.
Sunday Night
Marquise Brown had a 42-yard touchdown catch for Stars and Scrubs, who trailed 114.04-99.82 after the primetime game.
Monday
Davante Adams had a 50-yard catch for Stars and Scrubs, while Robert Tonyan had a 22-yard touchdown catch on Monday night, helping propel Stars and Scrubs to the win.
Stars and Scrubs
Deploying a starting crew that produced over 123 points this past week... we consider that to be a job well done. Let's tip our cap to the GM of Closet of Hope-fuls, take this W in stride, and continue on our way towards a fantasy championship.
Closet of Hope-fuls
Unless Closet of Hope-fuls wants to go diva-mode on us, then "not getting enough chances" cannot be a reasonable excuse this week. Our four pass-catchers (three WR and one TE) collectively received a healthy 26 targets in Week 2. With just 16 total receptions, that group may be showing signs of chemistry issues.