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Posted on September 6, 2023 at 02:21 PM.
Lions Shock Defending Champs in Opener


Kansas City - It was not a good opening scene for the defending champs on Thursday night. Tight End Travis Kelce went down after this first reception of the night, and the Chiefs offense struggled, but falling behind by two scores late, the Chiefs did what they normally do. Patrick Mahomes led two straight touchdown drives, and it looked like it would be same old Chiefs with another comeback, but the Lions had other plans. Jared Goff got the ball late, and calmly led the Lions down the field into what ended up being a chip shot 27 yard FG for rookie Riley Patterson as time expired, and the Lions came away with a shocking 23-21 win at Arrowhead.

Detroit Lions at Kansas City Chiefs
Sep 7, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Detroit Lions (1-0)3314323
Kansas City Chiefs (0-1)3601221
Team Stats Comparison
DETKAN
Total Offense254313
Rushing Yards10186
Passing Yards153227
First Downs1519
Punt Return Yards736
Kick Return Yards76107
Total Yards337456
Turnovers12
3rd Down Conversion5-18 (27%)7-19 (36%)
4th Down Conversion1-2 (50%)0-1 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-2 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals2/2 (100%)3/3 (100%)
Penalties1-140-0
Posession Time31:0828:52
Detroit Lions
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Jared Goff22/4019421
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
David Montgomery13403.10
Jared Goff5346.80
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Sam LaPorta55410.81
Kalif Raymond23618.01
Amon-Ra St. Brown4369.00
Kansas City Chiefs
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Patrick Mahomes23/4929720
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Isaiah Pacheco14292.10
Patrick Mahomes22311.50
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Noah Gray513126.21
Marquez Valdes-Scantling44310.80
Kadarius Toney33411.31


Ridder Impresses in Debut as QB1 in Atlanta


Atlanta - Desmond Ridder looked poised in his debut as the Falcons new starting QB, leading Atlanta back from an early two score hole to score twenty-one unanswered in the second half, capped by two touchdown throws to Drake London, who had 137 yards receiving on the day as the Falcons knocked off the Panthers 31-20 in both teams season opener.

Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Carolina Panthers (0-1)10100020
Atlanta Falcons (1-0)7371431
Team Stats Comparison
CARATL
Total Offense367379
Rushing Yards162151
Passing Yards205228
First Downs1726
Punt Return Yards211
Kick Return Yards2120
Total Yards390410
Turnovers01
3rd Down Conversion6-12 (50%)7-11 (63%)
4th Down Conversion1-1 (100%)1-1 (100%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals2-2 (100%)4-4 (100%)
Penalties1-101-10
Posession Time27:4132:19
Carolina Panthers
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Bryce Young22/3520500
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Miles Sanders811414.31
Bryce Young6325.30
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Hayden Hurst66711.20
Adam Thielen6589.70
Miles Sanders5326.40
Atlanta Falcons
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Desmond Ridder20/3222821
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Bijan Robinson13846.51
Cordarrelle Patterson4256.31
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Drake London1113712.52
Kyle Pitts34113.70
Scotty Miller22814.00


Ravens Rally Late to Escape Upset


Baltimore - The Ravens looked shaky throughout much of their season opener on Sunday against the underdog Texans. Even sure fire kicker Justin Tucker missed an extra point early on, but the Ravens running game finally got cooking when it mattered with Lamar Jackson leading a fourth quarter drive to take the late lead. Then the Ravens defense picked off C.J. Stroud in his bid for a late drive to tie it as Baltimore held on for the 20-13 win.

Houston Texans at Baltimore Ravens
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Houston Texans (0-1)037313
Baltimore Ravens (1-0)6301120
Team Stats Comparison
HOUBAL
Total Offense299288
Rushing Yards161127
Passing Yards138161
First Downs1419
Punt Return Yards014
Kick Return Yards190
Total Yards318302
Turnovers21
3rd Down Conversion4-9 (44%)9-13 (69%)
4th Down Conversion0-1 (0%)0-0 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)1-1 (100%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals2/2 (100%)2-3 (66%)
Penalties1-103-20
Posession Time25:0334:57
Houston Texans
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
C.J. Stroud17/2316302
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Dameon Pierce1011511.51
C.J. Stroud5224.40
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Dalton Schultz23618.00
Nico Collins4369.00
Mike Boone12727.00
Baltimore Ravens
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Lamar Jackson16/2318110
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Lamar Jackson13554.20
Justice Hill6294.80
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Odell Beckham Jr.55410.80
Rashod Bateman35016.70
Zay Flowers12626.00


Deshaun Continues to Struggle as Bengals Bully Browns


Cleveland - Browns fans were hoping that a full off-season would help Deshaun Watson get into the swing of things in Cleveland, but it looked like more of the same from last season as the Browns offense failed to generate much on the day, failing to put the ball in the end zone as the Bengals cruised to a 20-6 opening day win in their quest to get back to a Super Bowl.

Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Cincinnati Bengals (1-0)10010020
Cleveland Browns (0-1)03036
Team Stats Comparison
CINCLE
Total Offense382318
Rushing Yards11277
Passing Yards270241
First Downs2319
Punt Return Yards40
Kick Return Yards00
Total Yards386318
Turnovers21
3rd Down Conversion4-6 (66%)1-9 (11%)
4th Down Conversion0-0 (0%)2-4 (50%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals3-5 (60%)2-4 (50%)
Penalties0-00-0
Posession Time36:3523:25
Cincinnati Bengals
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Joe Burrow25/3028701
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Joe Mixon18764.22
Joe Burrow6355.80
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Ja'Marr Chase810713.40
Tyler Boyd79213.10
Irv Smith Jr.7557.90
Cleveland Browns
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Deshaun Watson25/3924700
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Nick Chubb9465.10
Deshaun Watson4205.00
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Elijah Moore66010.00
Donovan Peoples-Jones55811.60
David Njoku6579.50


Jags Overwhelm Rookie Richardson, Colts


Indianapolis - Anthony Richardson showed flashed in his debut as Colts QB, connecting on a beautiful 52 yard touchdown in the third quarter that put Indy ahead, but he still showed the rawness that many saw coming out of Florida throwing two interceptions, as Trevor Lawrence calmly led the Jags down to take the lead and comfortably cruise to a 24-10 Week 1 victory.

Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-0)368724
Indianapolis Colts (0-1)037010
Team Stats Comparison
JACIND
Total Offense356225
Rushing Yards13958
Passing Yards217167
First Downs2311
Punt Return Yards1412
Kick Return Yards041
Total Yards370278
Turnovers02
3rd Down Conversion5-11 (45%)3-9 (33%)
4th Down Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
2-Point Conversion1-1 (100%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals4-5 (80%)0-1 (0%)
Penalties1-101-15
Posession Time39:2720:33
Jacksonville Jaguars
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Trevor Lawrence23/3522720
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Travis Etienne Jr.201055.30
Trevor Lawrence6162.70
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Zay Jones78111.61
Calvin Ridley88110.11
Evan Engram3237.70
Indianapolis Colts
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Anthony Richardson11/2316712
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Kenyan Drake11282.50
Zack Moss4174.30
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Ashton Dulin37123.71
Isaiah McKenzie35117.00
Mo Alie-Cox22110.50


Bucs Start Post-Brady Era with Win


Minnesota - Baker Mayfield was shaky in his first start as the Buccaneers new QB taking over for Tom Brady, throwing two Interceptions, but the Vikings failed to capitalize on the many opportunities they were given. Meanwhile the Bucs made good with two turnovers they forced in the fourth quarter, including a pick-six off Kirk Cousins that sealed the game as Tampa got a 23-13 win at US Bank Stadium.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Minnesota Vikings
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-0)7301323
Minnesota Vikings (0-1)337013
Team Stats Comparison
TAMMIN
Total Offense255315
Rushing Yards10242
Passing Yards153273
First Downs1815
Punt Return Yards160
Kick Return Yards00
Total Yards271315
Turnovers32
3rd Down Conversion2-8 (25%)3-10 (30%)
4th Down Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals1-1 (100%)2-4 (50%)
Penalties2-105-40
Posession Time31:4128:19
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Baker Mayfield16/2415302
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Chase Edmonds14543.81
Ke'Shawn Vaughn16412.50
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Chris Godwin4399.70
Cade Otton33311.00
Trey Palmer33210.60
Minnesota Vikings
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Kirk Cousins26/3828901
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Kirk Cousins4215.20
Ty Chandler3134.30
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Jordan Addison1212710.50
K.J. Osborn57615.20
Justin Jefferson55210.40


Henry, Titans Run Over Saints 34-8


New Orleans - Derrick Henry had a monster day on the ground with 156 yards, and two touchdowns as the Titans annihilated the New Orleans Saints 34-8 on opening day. Derek Carr struggled mightily in his Saints debut after siging a mega deal in the off-season to become the Saints QB moving forward. The only concern for Tennessee was Ryan Tannehill coming up limp after a scramble late, and being removed from the game. We will have to monitor his status for next week.

Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Tennessee Titans (1-0)31081334
New Orleans Saints (0-1)00088
Team Stats Comparison
TENNOR
Total Offense377275
Rushing Yards24371
Passing Yards134204
First Downs1715
Punt Return Yards1514
Kick Return Yards19105
Total Yards411394
Turnovers01
3rd Down Conversion4-11 (36%)5-16 (31%)
4th Down Conversion1-1 (100%)3-5 (60%)
2-Point Conversion1-1 (100%)1-1 (100%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals3-4 (75%)1-2 (50%)
Penalties2-101-15
Posession Time34:5725:03
Tennessee Titans
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Ryan Tannehill14/1913900
Will Levis1/21000
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Derrick Henry221567.02
Ryan Tannehill5397.80
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Chris Moore67512.50
Treylon Burks44511.20
Derrick Henry2189.00
New Orleans Saints
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Derek Carr18/4423301
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Derek Carr4307.50
Jamaal Williams6274.50
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Juwan Johnson36822.60
Chris Olave34916.30
Tre'Quan Smith4358.70


Pickett's 4 TD Lead Steelers to Victory


Pittsburgh - Kenny Pickett had a huge day through the air throwing for four Touchdowns as the Steelers got an impressive 28-17 win over the visiting San Francisco 49ers in the week 1 opener. If Pittsburgh can get performances like this from Pickett this season they will be tough to deal with in the AFC North which already figured to be one of the best divisions in football this season.

San Francisco 49ers at Pittsburgh Steelers
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
San Francisco 49ers (0-1)073717
Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0)777728
Team Stats Comparison
SFOPIT
Total Offense381325
Rushing Yards13063
Passing Yards251262
First Downs2218
Punt Return Yards06
Kick Return Yards260
Total Yards407331
Turnovers00
3rd Down Conversion5-10 (50%)4-8 (50%)
4th Down Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals2-2 (100%)3-3 (100%)
Penalties2-251-5
Posession Time30:0129:59
San Francisco 49ers
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Brock Purdy23/2825110
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Christian McCaffrey14694.90
Elijah Mitchell6294.81
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Deebo Samuel78912.71
Jauan Jennings35117.00
Brandon Ayiuk4358.70
Pittsburgh Steelers
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Kenny Pickett20/2626240
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Najee Harris8313.80
Jaylen Warren8253.10
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Diontae Johnson9849.32
Pat Freiermuth35016.60
Myles Boykin14646.01


Commanders Defense Bludgeons Cardinals


Landover - In what wasn't the most eye-pleasing game of the morning slate, the Washington Commanders kicked off the post Dan Snyder era with some stout defense. Roughing up the Cardinals for five sacks, and picking off Joshua Dobbs twice as they gutted out a 16-9 win in Sam Howell's debut as the QB1 in Washington.

Arizona Cardinals at Washington Commanders
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Arizona Cardinals (0-1)03339
Washington Commanders (1-0)3103016
Team Stats Comparison
ARIWAS
Total Offense235241
Rushing Yards13287
Passing Yards103154
First Downs1514
Punt Return Yards1612
Kick Return Yards025
Total Yards251278
Turnovers21
3rd Down Conversion4-12 (33%)6-13 (46%)
4th Down Conversion0-1 (0%)0-0 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals2-2 (100%)2-2 (100%)
Penalties4-291-5
Posession Time29:0630:54
Arizona Cardinals
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Joshua Dobbs10/2111802
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
James Conner16623.80
Joshua Dobbs9384.20
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Zach Ertz66410.60
Rondale Moore23216.00
Marquise Brown11212.00
Washington Commanders
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Sam Howell16/2416610
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Brian Robinson Jr.12463.80
Sam Howell7182.50
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Jahan Dotson44411.00
Dyami Brown23618.00
Curtis Samuel4338.20


Packers Dismantle Bears 28-10


Chicago - A new look rivalry in the NFC North unfortunately had a same looking result for Bears fans. Jordan Love came in and dissected the Bears defense, just as Rodgers and Favre before him, and the Packers got a convincing 28-10 victory on the road to kick off the Jordan Love era in Green Bay.

Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears
Sep 10, 20231ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Green Bay Packers (1-0)7140728
Chicago Bears (0-1)073010
Team Stats Comparison
GNBCHI
Total Offense351190
Rushing Yards13854
Passing Yards213136
First Downs257
Punt Return Yards180
Kick Return Yards2221
Total Yards391211
Turnovers01
3rd Down Conversion8-12 (66%)4-10 (40%)
4th Down Conversion1-1 (100%)0-1 (0%)
2-Point Conversion0-0 (0%)0-0 (0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals4-5 (80%)1-1 (100%)
Penalties0-00-0
Posession Time40:3819:22
Green Bay Packers
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Jordan Love24/3121310
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
Aaron Jones24893.72
A.J. Dillon7344.80
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Jayden Reed88210.20
Romeo Doubs55110.21
Josiah Degura4348.50
Chicago Bears
PASSINGC/AYDSTDINT
Justin Fields10/1915111
RUSHINGATTYDSAVGTD
D'Onta Foreman6233.80
Justin Fields8172.10
RECEIVINGRECYDSAVGTD
Khalil Herbert28341.51
Marcedes Lewis5316.20
D.J. Moore12626.00
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