Despite top scorer Minshew II, Runnin' Rebs fall to Krásná Lípa Patriots in 98.16-94.26 nailbiter
Runnin' Rebs had the top scorer in the matchup with QB Gardner Minshew II racking up 24.7 points, the 14th-best total in the league this week, but it wasn't enough to overcome Krásná Lípa Patriots, who rallied to earn a 98.16-94.26 victory. Trailing 94.26-86.56 heading into Monday night, Krásná Lípa Patriots made a comeback behind Mike Williams (11.6 points). Gardner Minshew II (355 Pass Yds, 2 Pass TDs) and Alvin Kamara (76 Rush Yds, 1 Rush TD, 34 Rec Yds) carried the flag for Runnin' Rebs in the loss. This marks the second time this season Krásná Lípa Patriots have knocked off Runnin' Rebs, after falling 139-105.1 in their last matchup. Krásná Lípa Patriots improve to 6-10 for the season, while Runnin' Rebs fall to 3-13.
With 17.7 points, McLaurin scored 51.2% more than his 11.71-point projection as the Commanders lost to the 49ers 37-20. He caught 4 passes for 77 yards and a touchdown to beat his projection by the highest percentage of any player on Krásná Lípa Patriots this week. McLaurin will square off against the Browns in Week 17.
Saturday
There were players with standout plays for both teams Saturday, but after the smoke cleared, Runnin' Rebs boasted an 87.26-69.46 lead. Brock Purdy had a 34-yard touchdown pass and a 33-yard touchdown pass for Krásná Lípa Patriots, while Terry McLaurin had a 51-yard catch. Gardner Minshew II made the highlight reel for Runnin' Rebs with a 48-yard pass.
Sunday Early
Allen Lazard had a 42-yard catch for Krásná Lípa Patriots, who trailed 87.26-80.56 after the early action.
Krásná Lípa Patriots
Well, we do admire the confidence this past week, Krásná Lípa Patriots. It's a bold move to play a starter with zero points (Hunter Henry), while still getting the win. All we ask is to please keep those flashy shenanigans to the regular season. Try it when the playoffs roll around, and we'll be done.
Runnin' Rebs
Well, we certainly can't complain about a lack of opportunities this week, can we? Our four pass-catchers (three WR, one TE) were targeted a grand total of 18 times in Week 16. With only 10 total catches, that group may have some chemistry issues.