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Week 13

Weekly
Grade
Sofia Pals
7-6 210.88
210.82
 
VS
proj
CHIP HUNTER
205.64 10-3
207.27

Sofia Pals knock off CHIP HUNTER for fourth straight win in 210.88-205.64 squeaker

Sofia Pals extended their win streak to four games with a close win over CHIP HUNTER, narrowly earning a 210.88-205.64 victory. CHIP HUNTER had a chance to come from behind on Monday night, but they came up short. Sofia Pals led 210.88-194.04 after Sunday's action and held on for the win despite a combined 11.6 points from three players on Monday night for CHIP HUNTER. Sofia Pals were led by Kyler Murray (34.42 points) and Alexander Mattison (24.3). This marks the second time this season Sofia Pals have beaten CHIP HUNTER, after winning 199.9-174.64 in their last matchup. Sofia Pals (7-6) will look to add to their success against Mulheim Machine, while CHIP HUNTER (10-3) attempt to right the ship against Honey Badgers.

Matchup Timeline

  Sofia Pals   CHIP HUNTER

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

The Chiefs defense (9 Pts Allowed, 404 Yds Allowed, 3 Turnovers) scored 19.52 points in a 22-9 win over the Broncos in Week 13. Their scoring output was 77.8% more than their 10.98-point projection and was much higher than their 8.8-point season scoring average. The Chiefs defense will face the Raiders next week.
The Kansas City Chiefs defense

Top Player Comparison

Sofia Pals
Points
% of total points 210.88
1
Kyler Murray
QB
34.42
24.85
16.3%
2
Alexander Mattison
RB
24.3
20.72
11.5%
3
The Kansas City Chiefs defense
DEF
19.52
10.98
9.3%
4
Lamar Jackson
QB
18.22
28.88
8.6%
CHIP HUNTER
Points
% of total points 205.64
1
Jonathan Taylor
RB
30.7
25.4
14.9%
2
David Montgomery
RB
28.8
15.06
14%
3
Taylor Heinicke
QB
19.74
21.63
9.6%
4
CeeDee Lamb
WR
18.3
15.76
8.9%

Matchup Highlights

Thursday
Tony Pollard had a 58-yard touchdown run for Sofia Pals, helping to give the team a 35.98-23.30 lead.
Sunday Early
Both teams had players with big-time moments early Sunday, after which Sofia Pals boasted a 151.80-128.18 lead. For Sofia Pals, Kyler Murray had a 23-yard touchdown pass and a 20-yard touchdown pass. Mike Williams made the highlight reel for CHIP HUNTER with a 47-yard catch and a 41-yard catch.
Sunday Late
Daniel Carlson had a 52-yard field goal for Sofia Pals, helping the team to a 191.36-184.24 lead.

Points By Position

  Sofia Pals   CHIP HUNTER

StatSmack

One's a data point, Two's a trend. In their two head-to-head wins against CHIP HUNTER, Sofia Pals averaged more points (205.39) than they usually score (192.1).
Sofia Pals are on fire, winning four in a row.
You can't win if you leave points on the bench. Sofia Pals has left fewer points on the bench this season (596.54) than CHIP HUNTER (714.88).
Sofia Pals have the clutch gene, with more close wins than CHIP HUNTER (2 vs 1).
By position, Sofia Pals have outscored CHIP HUNTER at QB, TE, and IDP this season.
The starters for Sofia Pals had more big plays in their NFL games this week (4) than the starters for CHIP HUNTER (2).
There's not much good to say about CHIP HUNTER this week. Maybe they'll get their act together, and we'll see something different next week!

Next Week Preview

Sofia Pals
Sofia Pals (7-6) will square off against Mulheim Machine (6-7) in a Week 14 matchup that showcases teams separated by just a game in the standings. Through 13 weeks of action, Sofia Pals have posted the seventh-most points in the league while Mulheim Machine (and their 185.41 points per game) are ranked eighth. Over the last three weeks, Sofia Pals has scored 218.61 points per game, while Mulheim Machine has averaged 185.71 per contest.
CHIP HUNTER
On the docket for Week 14, CHIP HUNTER (10-3, first-place) are scheduled to take on Honey Badgers (8-5, sixth-place). Through 13 weeks of action, CHIP HUNTER have accumulated the second-most points in the league while Honey Badgers (198.03 PPG) are ranked sixth.