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Week 3

Weekly
Grade
Carson’s Team
2-1 127.88
127.56
 
VS
proj
Shrek’s Ogres
125.64 1-2
125.4

Despite top scorer Williams, Shrek’s Ogres fall to Carson’s Team in 127.88-125.64 cliff-hanger

Shrek’s Ogres had the highest scorer in the matchup with WR Mike Williams posting 29.7 points, the second-best total in the league this week, but it wasn't enough to overcome Carson’s Team, who narrowly earned a 127.88-125.64 win. It wasn't nearly as close as the final score indicates, as Carson’s Team led 127.88-98.10 heading into Monday night. Shrek’s Ogres closed the gap behind Jalen Hurts (22.54 points) and Greg Zuerlein (5). The Arizona Cardinals defense (19 Pts Allowed, 361 Yds Allowed, 4 Turnovers) and Lamar Jackson (287 Pass Yds, 1 Pass TD, 58 Rush Yds) were the standout performers for Carson’s Team in the victory. Carson’s Team (2-1) will look to rack up another win against hunter's Superb Team, while Shrek’s Ogres (1-2) will try to right the ship against Joey's Team.

Matchup Timeline

  Carson’s Team   Shrek’s Ogres

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

The Cardinals defense more-than-doubled their 9.01-point projection with 25 points against the Jaguars in Week 3. They allowed 19 points, surrendered 361 yards, and forced 4 turnovers in the 31-19 win. The Cardinals defense ranks #73 among all fantasy players this season and will face the Rams next week.
The Arizona Cardinals defense

Top Player Comparison

Carson’s Team
Points
% of total points 127.88
1
The Arizona Cardinals defense
DEF
25
9.01
19.5%
2
Lamar Jackson
QB
20.28
26.3
15.9%
3
Antonio Gibson
RB
16.9
13.68
13.2%
4
Aaron Jones
RB
16.6
17.38
13%
Shrek’s Ogres
Points
% of total points 125.64
1
Mike Williams
WR
29.7
12.78
23.6%
2
Jalen Hurts
QB
22.54
23.3
17.9%
3
Austin Ekeler
RB
19.7
16.09
15.7%
4
DJ Moore
WR
16.5
13.2
13.1%

Matchup Highlights

Sunday Early
There were players with standout plays for both teams early Sunday, after which Shrek’s Ogres had a 98.10-80.58 lead. Lamar Jackson had a 41-yard pass for Carson’s Team, while Antonio Gibson had a 73-yard touchdown catch. Mike Williams made the highlight reel for Shrek’s Ogres with a 20-yard touchdown catch and a 43-yard catch.
Monday
Jalen Hurts had a 41-yard pass for Shrek’s Ogres.

Points By Position

  Carson’s Team   Shrek’s Ogres

StatSmack

We heard scoring helps you win. Carson’s Team are doing a better job of that, averaging 133.01 versus Shrek’s Ogres's 125.33.
"Winning isn't everything" was probably said by someone who lost. Carson’s Team (2-1) have a better record than Shrek’s Ogres (1-2).
You won't win many weeks if you don't play. Shrek’s Ogres has left more points on the bench this season (161.6) than Carson’s Team (143).
Carson’s Team are clutch masters, with more close wins than Shrek’s Ogres (1 vs 0).
By position, Carson’s Team have outscored Shrek’s Ogres at WR, K, and DEF this season.
Hey Shrek’s Ogres, want to see stats that favor your team? Well, try winning for a change, and see what the numbers have to say next week!

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