That pregame pep talk must have worked. StairwayToSeven scored more in this matchup (3,121) than their season average (2,659.6).
Brad's Team would be doing great, if the goal was to lose. They've dropped their last 10 matchups.
We heard scoring helps you win. Brad's Team need some help then, averaging just 1,890.3 versus StairwayToSeven's 2,659.6.
As Herm Edwards once said, "You play to win the game!" StairwayToSeven (4-6) have a better record than Brad's Team (0-10).
Even the machines think StairwayToSeven have a better-constructed roster. They have a higher projected points average (2,611.59) than Brad's Team (1,995.43).
You can't win if you don't play. StairwayToSeven has left fewer points on the bench this season (18,648) than Brad's Team (24,021).
In dire times, at least StairwayToSeven keep it close. They've been blown out less times than Brad's Team (3 vs 6).
StairwayToSeven have the clutch gene, with more close wins than Brad's Team (2 vs 0).
StairwayToSeven should change their team name to "The Overachievers" since they have scored higher than projected in more weeks than Brad's Team (6 vs 4).
StairwayToSeven have had more fantasy starters beat their projection than Brad's Team (45 vs 27).
By position, StairwayToSeven have outscored Brad's Team at QB, RB, WR, TE, and DEF this season.
Don't worry Brad's Team, just because you lost doesn't mean it's all over. But you really should have won. Give that a whirl next week!