Happy Thanksgiving! This is where the season goes into the dog days and every win is crazy important. Let’s rock and roll.
GRADES
Raiders
This was a flat out shit show. The offense did not convert a 3rd down until late in the 4th quarter. Derek Carr was 19 of 27 (70.3%) for 215 yards with a touchdown a interceptions and a lost fumble. Josh Jacobs had 9 carries for 37 yards with 5 receptions for 24 yards. Darren Waller had 7 receptions for 116 yards. The defense had 3 sacks and 7 tackles for loss. Daniel Carlson was 2 for 2 on fieldgoals and 1 for 1 on extra points. At least the Raiders are consistent, they find a way to fold after a great start year in and year out.
Grade: F
Chiefs
The offense was just ok in this game but Chris Jones and the defense was flat out insane. Patrick Mahomes was 23 of 37 (62.1%) for 260 yards with a interception and lost fumble. Clyde Edwards-Helaire had 12 carries for 63 yards and touchdown with 2 receptions for 13 yards. Tyreek Hill had 9 receptions for 77 yards. The defense had 5 sacks and 5 tackles for loss with 2 interceptions and 2 forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. Harrison Butker was 2 for 3 on fieldgoals and 1 for 2 on extra points. This marks 4 wins in a row and taking the division lead.
Grade: B+
Chargers
Talk about a shootout, WOW. The Chargers had a offensive explosion. Justin Herbert was 30 of 41 (73.1%) for 382 yards and 3 touchdowns and a interception with 9 carries for 90 yards. Austin Ekeler had 11 carries for 50 yards and 2 touchdowns with 6 receptions for 65 yards and 2 touchdowns. Keenan Allen had 9 receptions for 112 yards. The defense had 3 sacks and 3 tackles for loss. Dustin Hopkins was 2 for 2 on fieldgoals and 5 for 5 on extra points. This was a big win.
Grade: B+
PREDICTIONS
Las Vegas Raiders at Dallas Cowboys
Playing on Thanksgiving is NO BUENO for the Raiders.
Cowboys 38 Raiders 17
Spread: +7 Raiders
Over/Under: 51
Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos
Nothing like a division game during a holiday weekend.
Chargers 27 Broncos 20
Spread: -3 Chargers
Over/Under: 47
Last Week: 3-0 Season: 22-15 (Bye: Chiefs)
This Division is really up for grabs and wins are vital now. I hope everyone had a great holiday.