Chief come up short of predictions, lose to TDL_JXGXX, 97.56-81.48
There's no easy way to put it, Chief dropped the ball, at least compared to projections, as TDL_JXGXX came out on top with a 97.56-81.48 victory. TDL_JXGXX earned an early 3.00-point lead on Thursday. Chief came back to take the lead early Sunday, powered by Marlon Mack (24.9 points) and David Johnson (16.1). Unphased, TDL_JXGXX got it going later that afternoon, as Chris Carson (20.8 points) and Tom Brady (14.16) put them back on top once and for all. This marks the first time this season TDL_JXGXX have gotten the best of Chief, after falling 127.28-89.46 in their last matchup. TDL_JXGXX improve to 7-8 for the season, while Chief fall to 6-8.
Carson overachieved for the seventh time this season, scoring 20.8 points against his 11.15-point projection. During a 26-23 loss to the 49ers, he racked up 148 yards from scrimmage and ran for a touchdown. Carson ranks #75 among all fantasy players this season and will face the Chiefs next week.
Sunday Early
Both teams had players with standout plays early Sunday, after which Chief became the proud owner of a 73.08-45.80 lead. For TDL_JXGXX, Joe Mixon had a 47-yard run. David Johnson made the highlight reel for Chief with a 40-yard catch.
Sunday Late
Tom Brady had a 63-yard touchdown pass for TDL_JXGXX, helping the team to a 97.56-73.08 lead.
TDL_JXGXX
Putting together a lineup that accounted for 97.56 points this past week... we took care of business and did what we needed to do. We should keep this momentum rolling as we head into our next matchup in Week 16.
Chief
Keep your chin up, Chief! You can rest easy knowing that your generosity didn't go unnoticed. It takes a real kindred spirit to help someone like TDL_JXGXX succeed this week... and perhaps one day, they can do you a solid and return the favor.