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Week 4

Weekly
Grade
Cincinnati Bengals
3-1 301.7
282.64
 
VS
proj
Los Angeles Chargers
295.2 2-2
242.7

Los Angeles Chargers defy expectations but fall to Cincinnati Bengals in 301.70-295.20 thriller

Los Angeles Chargers brought their A game and outperformed expectations, but it wasn't enough to change the result. Predicted to win 282.64-242.70, Cincinnati Bengals squeaked by for a 301.70-295.20 victory over Los Angeles Chargers. Cincinnati Bengals were led by Tee Higgins (38.4 points) and Joe Burrow (32.84), while Jamaal Williams (108 Rush Yds, 2 Rush TDs) and Austin Ekeler (60 Rush Yds, 2 Rush TDs, 49 Rec Yds, 1 Rec TD) carried the flag for Los Angeles Chargers in the loss. Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) will look to maintain their momentum against Philadelphia Eagles, while Los Angeles Chargers (2-2) try to right the ship against Minnesota Vikings.

Matchup Timeline

  Cincinnati Bengals   Los Angeles Chargers

Inside the Matchup

Matchup Player of the Week

While making 6 tackles against the Dolphins, Bates III scored 13 points this week. His scoring output was 83.4% more than his 7.09-point projection and was much higher than his 7.78-point season scoring average. Bates III ranks #1 among fantasy Ss this season and will face the Ravens next week.
Jessie Bates III

Top Player Comparison

Cincinnati Bengals
Points
% of total points 301.7
1
Tee Higgins
WR
38.4
19.03
12.7%
2
Joe Burrow
QB
32.84
26.71
10.9%
3
Brandin Cooks
WR
20.7
16.35
6.9%
4
Vonn Bell
S
20.6
12.45
6.8%
Los Angeles Chargers
Points
% of total points 295.2
1
Jamaal Williams
RB
37.4
17.41
12.7%
2
Austin Ekeler
RB
36.4
20.08
12.3%
3
Justin Herbert
QB
28.3
26.97
9.6%
4
Mike Williams
WR
27.5
17.85
9.3%

Matchup Highlights

Thursday
Joe Burrow found Tyler Boyd for a 43-yard pass for Cincinnati Bengals. Burrow also lit up the scoreboard with a 59-yard touchdown pass, contributing to a 214.80-0.00 lead for Cincinnati Bengals.
Sunday Early
Jamaal Williams had a 51-yard touchdown run for Los Angeles Chargers, while Austin Ekeler had a 20-yard touchdown run for the team, who trailed 301.70-295.20 after the early slate.

Points By Position

  Cincinnati Bengals   Los Angeles Chargers

StatSmack

That pregame pep talk must have worked. Cincinnati Bengals scored more points in this one (301.7) than their season average (256.89).
We heard scoring helps you win. Cincinnati Bengals are doing a better job of that, averaging 256.89 versus Los Angeles Chargers's 243.48.
"Winning isn't everything" was probably said by someone who lost. Cincinnati Bengals (3-1) have a better record than Los Angeles Chargers (2-2).
Even the machines think Cincinnati Bengals have a better lineup. They have a higher projected points average (270.43) than Los Angeles Chargers (245.24).
By position, Cincinnati Bengals have outscored Los Angeles Chargers at WR, K, and IDP this season.
Cincinnati Bengals has a higher average scoring margin (23) than Los Angeles Chargers this season (0).
The starters for Cincinnati Bengals had more big plays in their NFL games this week (5) than the starters for Los Angeles Chargers (4).
There's not much good to say about Los Angeles Chargers this week. Maybe they'll get their act together, and we'll see something different next week!

Coach Talk

Cincinnati Bengals
We do admire the confidence this past week, Cincinnati Bengals. Deploying a player with zero points (Trey Hendrickson), while still earning the win... that's borderline arrogant! All we ask is to please limit that flashy, show-off type of stuff to the early regular season. Do it when the postseason rolls around, and we'll be done.
Los Angeles Chargers
Trust us on this one, we've been in this industry for quite a long time now. Obstacles pop up, you suffer some defeats, the fans get whiny, and your local beat writers get a little testy with all of their questions. All part of living that coach life. Just remember that in the world of fantasy football, winning really does cure all. Keep your head held high, Los Angeles Chargers!