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Week 14

Weekly
Grade
Gridiron Gladiators
8-6 122.02
105.41
 
VS
proj
98 DarkPink Balloons
102.34 6-8
115.58

Gridiron Gladiators defeat 98 DarkPink Balloons for third straight win, 122.02-102.34

Gridiron Gladiators extended their win streak to three games with a hard-fought victory over 98 DarkPink Balloons, earning a 122.02-102.34 win. Gridiron Gladiators never trailed in this one after earning a 15.46-point lead early Sunday afternoon behind the Tennessee Titans defense (21 points) and Greg Zuerlein (13). James Conner (29 points) and Brandon Aiyuk (15.6) were the leaders for 98 DarkPink Balloons in the loss. This marks the second time this season Gridiron Gladiators have gotten the best of 98 DarkPink Balloons, after winning 138.16-98.72 in their last matchup. Gridiron Gladiators (8-6) will look to keep it rolling in the playoffs. 98 DarkPink Balloons will be home for the playoffs, finishing the season at 6-8.

Matchup Timeline

  Gridiron Gladiators   98 DarkPink Balloons

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

The Titans defense didn't allow any points, surrendered 192 yards, and intercepted 4 passes in a 20-0 win over the Jaguars. In doing so, they put up 21 points to more-than-double their 8.76-point projection, the highest percent increase of any player on Gridiron Gladiators this week. In Week 15, the Titans will face the Steelers.
The Tennessee Titans defense

Top Player Comparison

Gridiron Gladiators
Points
% of total points 122.02
1
George Kittle
TE
27.6
13.55
22.6%
2
The Tennessee Titans defense
DEF
21
8.76
17.2%
3
Kyler Murray
QB
17.42
23.42
14.3%
4
Tee Higgins
WR
13.9
11.27
11.4%
98 DarkPink Balloons
Points
% of total points 102.34
1
James Conner
RB
29
14.44
28.3%
2
Brandon Aiyuk
WR
15.6
11.55
15.2%
3
CeeDee Lamb
WR
11.1
14.46
10.8%
4
Dak Prescott
QB
9.94
23.55
9.7%

Matchup Highlights

Monday
Kyler Murray had a 47-yard pass and a 41-yard pass for Gridiron Gladiators on Monday night en route to the win for the team.

Points By Position

  Gridiron Gladiators   98 DarkPink Balloons

StatSmack

One's a data point, Two's a trend. In their two matchup wins against 98 DarkPink Balloons, Gridiron Gladiators averaged more points (130.09) than they usually score (112.44).
Gridiron Gladiators are looking unstoppable, winning three in a row.
We heard scoring helps you win. 98 DarkPink Balloons need some help then, averaging just 105.49 versus Gridiron Gladiators's 112.44.
You can't win if you don't play. Gridiron Gladiators has left fewer points on the bench this season (485.02) than 98 DarkPink Balloons (635.3).
Once Gridiron Gladiators put their foot on the gas, they don't let up. They've got more blowout wins this season than 98 DarkPink Balloons (5 vs 4).
Gridiron Gladiators laugh in the face of danger. They've got more upset wins this season (1) than 98 DarkPink Balloons (0).
Gridiron Gladiators are clutch masters, with more close wins than 98 DarkPink Balloons (1 vs 0).
Gridiron Gladiators should change their team name to "The Overachievers" since they have scored higher than projected in more matchups than 98 DarkPink Balloons (5 vs 4).
By position, Gridiron Gladiators have outscored 98 DarkPink Balloons at QB, RB, TE, and K this season.
Gridiron Gladiators has a higher average scoring margin (7) than 98 DarkPink Balloons this season (0).
The starters for Gridiron Gladiators had more big plays in their NFL games this week (2) than the starters for 98 DarkPink Balloons (0).
The postseason awaits Gridiron Gladiators. They've clinched a playoff spot while 98 DarkPink Balloons are currently looking forward to next season.
Gridiron Gladiators was able to get the win despite having more players on a bye this week (2) than 98 DarkPink Balloons (0).
Don't worry 98 DarkPink Balloons, just because you lost doesn't mean it's all over. But you really should have won. Give that a whirl next week!

Coach Talk

Gridiron Gladiators
Sure, we ultimately got the win, but we can't deny it, Gridiron Gladiators. Our starting running backs were clearly outplayed by the opposition. Tony Pollard (zero total yards, no TDs) logged just 8.5 points in Week 14, while the starting backfield for 98 DarkPink Balloons tripled us up with a score of 29. Let's bounce back with a big statement in Week 15!
98 DarkPink Balloons
"Not seeing enough chances" won't fly as an excuse this week for 98 DarkPink Balloons. Our five pass-catchers (four WR and one TE) collectively saw a respectable 42 targets in Week 14. Those players might need to hit the practice field, considering they hauled in only 24 receptions.