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Matchup Recap Summary
Week 14
Weekly
Grade
Grade
The Outlaws
11-3 234.44
190.6
VS
proj
FEAR THE NECKBEARD
192.84
6-8
173.67
The Outlaws top FEAR THE NECKBEARD for fourth straight win, 234.44-192.84
The Outlaws extended their win streak to four games with a hard-fought victory over FEAR THE NECKBEARD, earning a 234.44-192.84 win. It was the fifth straight loss for FEAR THE NECKBEARD. FEAR THE NECKBEARD earned a 37.02-point lead on Thursday, but The Outlaws held the lead the rest of the way. They were led by Justin Herbert (275 Pass Yds, 3 Pass TDs, 19 Rush Yds) and the Tennessee Titans defense (0 Pts Allowed, 192 Yds Allowed, 4 Turnovers). Tom Brady (363 Pass Yds, 2 Pass TDs, 16 Rush Yds, 1 Rush TD) and Dalvin Cook (205 Rush Yds, 2 Rush TDs, 17 Rec Yds) did their part for FEAR THE NECKBEARD in the loss. This marks the second time this season The Outlaws have knocked off FEAR THE NECKBEARD, after winning 199.36-151.57 in their last matchup. The Outlaws (11-3) will look to keep it rolling in the playoffs. FEAR THE NECKBEARD will be home for the playoffs, finishing the season at 6-8.
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Matchup Timeline
The Outlaws
FEAR THE NECKBEARD
Inside the Matchup
Matchup Player of the Week
Against the Bengals in Week 14, Kittle caught 13 passes for 151 yards and a touchdown. In doing so, he put up 35.07 points to more-than-double his 16-point projection, the highest percent increase of any player on The Outlaws this week. In Week 15, Kittle and the 49ers will battle the Falcons.
George Kittle
Top Player Comparison
The Outlaws
Points
% of total points 234.44
1
Justin Herbert
QB
39.77
30.62
17%
2
The Tennessee Titans defense
DEF
36.5
25.76
15.6%
3
George Kittle
TE
35.07
16
15%
4
Ja'Marr Chase
WR
27.53
15.27
11.7%
FEAR THE NECKBEARD
Points
% of total points 192.84
1
Tom Brady
QB
42.84
31.28
22.2%
2
Dalvin Cook
RB
38.05
16.36
19.7%
3
Cole Holcomb
LB
29.07
14.96
15.1%
4
The Cincinnati Bengals defense
DEF
21.5
18.55
11.1%
Matchup Highlights
Thursday
Dalvin Cook had a 29-yard touchdown run for FEAR THE NECKBEARD, helping to stake FEAR THE NECKBEARD to a 53.05-16.03 lead.
Sunday Late
There were players with standout plays on both teams on Sunday afternoon, but after the dust settled, The Outlaws emerged with a 202.44-180.61 lead. Justin Herbert had a 59-yard touchdown pass for The Outlaws, while Ja'Marr Chase had a 32-yard touchdown catch. Tom Brady made the highlight reel for FEAR THE NECKBEARD with a 58-yard touchdown pass.
Monday
Christian Kirk had a 47-yard catch and a 41-yard catch for FEAR THE NECKBEARD.
Points By Position
The Outlaws
FEAR THE NECKBEARD
StatSmack
We're sensing a trend. In their two head-to-head wins against FEAR THE NECKBEARD, The Outlaws averaged more points (216.9) than they usually score (186.74).
Get on their level! FEAR THE NECKBEARD have lost their last five matchups, while The Outlaws have won four straight.
We heard scoring helps you win. FEAR THE NECKBEARD need some help then, averaging just 171.02 versus The Outlaws's 186.74.
"Winning isn't everything" was probably said by someone who lost. The Outlaws (11-3) have a better record than FEAR THE NECKBEARD (6-8).
The Outlaws don't let their opponents come within striking distance. They've got more blowout wins this season than FEAR THE NECKBEARD (3 vs 0).
The Outlaws see projections as no real threat. They've got more upset wins this season (1) than FEAR THE NECKBEARD (0).
The Outlaws should change their team name to "The Overachievers" since they have beat their projection in more weeks than FEAR THE NECKBEARD (6 vs 4).
By position, The Outlaws have outscored FEAR THE NECKBEARD at WR, TE, and DEF this season.
The Outlaws don’t just win, they win BIG, with an average margin of victory of 29 points, highest in the league.
The Outlaws are in the playoffs. FEAR THE NECKBEARD are currently looking forward to next season.
The Outlaws was able to get the win despite having more players on a bye this week (4) than FEAR THE NECKBEARD (2).
Hey FEAR THE NECKBEARD, 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
The Outlaws
Hey, football is all about exploiting the mismatches. We really took that to heart this week by doubling up FEAR THE NECKBEARD at the wide receiver position (48.93 points to 21.98).
FEAR THE NECKBEARD
Well, we certainly can't complain about a shortage of opportunities this time, can we? As a group, our four pass-catchers (three WR and one TE) were targeted a hearty 24 times in Week 14. With only 10 total receptions, this group may have some chemistry issues.