~~Lords of the Gridiron~~

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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Washington Redskins (1-10, 0-6 Away)		Indianapolis Colts (3-8, 2-4 Home)
Injury Report Jordan Reed(TE) Ruptured Disk(4 Weeks) NONE RG3(QB) Broken Ribs(2 Weeks) Game Notes The Washington Redskins are on a 9 game skid and eliminated from the Playoffs. To make matters worse, the Skins' have lost Quarterback Robert Griffin III for the 4th time this year with some kind of injury. He's now missing another 2 weeks with Broken Ribs. The Indianapolis Colts are on a 5 game skid of their own and hopes of making a push for playoffs dangle by a thread. They must win out and go 8-8 and hope the Wildcards are still open or the Titans don't win anymore.

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Cousins benched at Halftime... McCoy rallies REDSKINS for 20-17 Overtime thriller over COLTS...





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Indianapolis, IN- The Washington Redskins(2-10) have finally snapped their 9 game losing streak with a 20-17 Overtime Win over the Indianapolis Colts(3-9).

In the process, Indy has now lost 6 straight.

"It's been a tough one for us this year. We have a lot of work to do this spring. Right now we're focusing on getting to the end of the year." Colts Head Coach Chuck Pagano stated.

The Colts suffered a set back when Franchise Quarterback Andrew Luck missed over half the year with a Broken Collarbone in a Week 3 loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Indy was a mess afterwards.

"Everyone is focused on what the records are but fact is, Indy is a well coached very good Football Team." Redskins Head Coach Jay Gruden stated.

The Colts took a 10-7 lead into halftime as Redskins Quarterback Kirk Cousins struggled.

Cousins had 3 Turnovers heading into the half. 2 Interceptions to Colts CB Darius Butler while targeting Pierre Garcon'.

While rushing he also fumbled the ball. Gruden needed a change with his Team struggling.

"Kirk's been good for us all year but we needed something new." Gruden said.

"It wasn't personal. I was having a rough day. All props to Colt though for leading us to victory. He deserves it." Redskins Quarterback Kirk Cousins stated.

Cousins had just 88 yards, 1 Touchdown, and 2 Interceptions in the first half.

Washington(2-10) struggled to move the ball.

"We went into Halftime and made a change. Colt was ready to take the field for us." Redskins Offensive Coordinator Sean McVay stated. "Ran some plays over and got comfortable."

Indy(3-9) received the second half kickoff and Andrew Luck threw his 2nd passing TD for a 17-7 Colts lead.

"We felt good there for awhile but I tip my hat to Washington. Colt came in and made some plays. The guy came in and just took us out." Colts Quarterback Andrew Luck stated.

Luck was an absolute beast. Picking the Redskins Defense apart for 229 yards and 2 Touchdowns. Washington sacked him 5 times.

"Pressured him pretty good but when he threw the ball he was surgical." Redskins Defensive Coordinator Jim Haslett stated.

The Colts had one Turnover and it was by Running Back Trent Richardson who was in another slump today.

"I don't want to talk about it. Just wasn't my day man." Richardson said.

He had 21 carries for just 53 yards and a fumble.

Redskins Running Back Alfred Morris had 99 yards off 26 carries.

Desean Jackson had 9 catches for 115 yards and a Touchdown.

Hanging onto a 17-10 4th Quarter lead, the Redskins held the Colts to no points.

Colt McCoy was spectacular.

McCoy had 192 yards and a Touchdown in the Second half.

As time was winding down, McCoy found Leonard Hankerson in the back of the end zone that tied the game at 17-17.

In Overtime both teams we're held to a 3 and out. Then the Redskins took the ball and McCoy led them down on a Game Winning Drive.

Kicker Kai Forbath kicked the Game Winner that snapped the 9 game losing streak for the Skins.

Indy must now hold their breath and wait for the outcome of the Titans Game. Playoffs might not be in the card this year...


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Redskins(2-10) VS St. Louis Rams(4-7) Next Sunday....

Colts(3-9) @ Browns(8-3) Next Sunday...

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WASHINGTON REDSKINS: Head Coach Jay Gruden names Quarterback Colt McCoy as the #1 Starter moving forward...



11/30/14



Written by: Adam Schefter



After a Game Winning Drive in Overtime over the Indianapolis Colts today, Redskins Head Coach Jay Gruden has announced Colt McCoy will remain the Starter.

Washington is 2-10 and snapped their 9 game skid. In the 12 Games Cousins started or appeared in he has 2,171 yards, 15 Touchdowns, 19 Interceptions.

McCoy appeared in 4 games with 2 Touchdowns, 2 Interceptions, 319 yards

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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Tennessee Titans (7-4, 4-2 Away)		Houston Texans (3-8, 1-4 Home)
Injury Report NONE Louis Nix III(DT) Broken Tibia(IR) Ryan Fitzpatrick(QB) Ruptured Disk(1 Week) Game Notes After a 1-4 start, the Tennessee Titans have rallied off 6 straight Wins to take control of the AFC South and prove the world wrong on their Cinderella Story. The Titans will now look to extend the streak to 7 Wins when they head to Houston for a Division Battle with the Texans. A Team they crushed Weeks ago in Week 8 38-10. However today there is more at stake than just a 7th straight win. If the Titans beat the Texans then both Houston and Indianapolis will be eliminated from the Playoffs. Also with a Win and a Jacksonville loss later today, the Titans will win the South for the first time since 2008. Titans Offense: 24 Titans Defense: 4 Texans Offense: 31 Texans Defense: 27

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TITANS crush TEXANS in 50-16 blowout in Houston off Locker's 5 Touchdowns.. Await Jaguars Game to win Division....






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Houston, TX- The Tennessee Titans(8-4) have been turning haters into believers all year. Even after a 1-4 start, many people wrote the Titans off.

But then the "Cinderella Story" was born.

The Titans rallied behind Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt and Quarterback Jake Locker.

Tennessee rallied off 7 straight Wins to stand inches away from the South Division Title and a trip to the Playoffs for the first time since 2008.

"We know it's right in front of us. We did our part and we just need a tiny bit of help now." Titans Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt stated.

With the Colts loss to the Redskins, and the Texans loss to Titans, both Houston(3-9) and Indy(3-9) are eliminated from the Playoffs.

If the New York Giants(6-5) can beat the Jacksonville Jaguars(3-8) later today, the Jags will be eliminated from the Playoffs and the Titans will clinch their first Division Title in 6 years.

However if the Jags beat the Giants then the celebration will be put on hold for at least another week in the Music City.

"We have a great energy in the locker room. We all care for one another and are looking to keep this year going." Titans Quarterback Jake Locker stated.

Locker had possibly the greatest Game of his Career.

He had 318 yards, 5 Touchdowns, 0 picks and a rating of 134.0

Locker absolutely dominated the Texans Defense.

"He was in the zone today and the guys just rallied behind him." Titans Offensive Coordinator Jason Michael stated.

But the Titans(8-4) also had a great performance by Running Back Shonn Greene who picked up 122 yards and a score off just 16 carries.

The Texans(3-9) had no answer for the Titans Offense. Houston fans began booing their Team's performance even Quarterback Case Keenum who struggled bad with 3 Turnovers.

"It wasn't a good day for us. Rough first year here. We have work to do for next Season. Obviously we're done as far as not playing for Playoffs. Right now we need to focus on just these last few games and get ready for year 2." Texans Head Coach Bill O'Brien stated.

Houston has been a mess in his first year. He even tried pulling double duty and be the Offensive Coordinator as well. It didn't work.

Tight Ends Coach John Perry was promoted to the new O.C.

"We're all getting used to the foundation here in Houston. But the guys and myself are excited for the future here. It just takes some time." Texans Offensive Coordinator John Perry stated.

Texans Quarterback Case Keenum struggled vs the Titans throwing for 218 yards 1 TD and 2 picks.

He also fumbled after getting sacked.

Titans LB Zaviar Gooden scooped up the fumble and ran it 26 yards for a Titans Touchdown that put them up 28-6 late in the 2nd.

Tennessee took a 28-6 lead into halftime with the Texans home crowd booing.

"It sucks when you're playing terrible and have a bad game and the fans boo. They're right. We go home now and focus on finishing the year out." Keenum said.

Houston only managed 277 yards of Offense and 386 Total.

Tennessee had 496 yards of Offense and 594 Total.

The Titans took complete advantaged of all 3 Texans Turnovers. The Titans never turned the ball over once.

Houston Arian Foster struggled with only 80 yards and 15 Carries with no scores.

"He got through us a couple times but we held him to short gains too." Titans Defensive Coordinator Ray Horton stated.

No WR had 100 yards but Titans WR Kendall Wright had 90 yards, 1 Touchdown and 5 catches.

Jake Locker passed the ball around. 5 Touchdowns to 4 Receivers.

Titans Rookie CB Cole Travis had his 4th Pick of the year off Keenum.

The Titans(8-4) win 7 straight and will anxiously await the result of the Giants-Jaguars Game.

The Texans(3-9) lose their 5th straight and will focus on just getting to the end of the Season.

The highlight for Houston however is that they will win more games than last year when they went 2-14 and showed Gary Kubiak the door.


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Titans(8-4) @ Giants(6-5) Next Sunday...

Texans(3-9) @ Jaguars(3-8) Next Sunday....

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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Cleveland Browns (8-3, 4-1 Away)		Buffalo Bills (5-6, 3-3 Home)
Injury Report NONE CJ Spiller(RB) Broken Collarbone(IR) Game Notes Another "Cinderella Story" are the 2014 Cleveland Browns. First Year Head Coach Mike Pettine has done an amazing job turning around the Brownies. Rocking a 3 Game Winning Streak and rallying around both Brian Hoyer and Johnny Manziel, Cleveland is poised to clinch the North Division and make the Playoffs for the first time since 2002. Hoyer turned down a Contract Extension and will test the Market this Off-Season. But that hasn't stopped Hoyer from helping to lead the Browns in 8 Games he started after nursing a foot injury. Hoyer has 20 Touchdowns to just 3 picks with 2,257 yards. His Rating is a 104.3. All 31 NFL other Teams should be keeping an eye on Brian as he's really showing his FA Market worth. Cleveland also has the 3rd Best Defense in the league with Corner Joe Haden leading the Team with 5 picks. LB Karlos Dansby leads with 67 Tackles. Believeland is also able to rush the QB, DT Million Dollar Man Phil Taylor has 8 Sacks and is showing why Cleveland resigned him to a new 5 year deal earlier this year. And now the QB on this Week's Buffalo Carousel is Jeff Tuel. Tuel will be taking over after EJ Manuels struggles. Buffalo must also work on the run game with Franchise RB CJ Spiller on IR with a Broken Collarbone. They have signed Peyton Hillis tp fill the void. Buffalo sits at 5-6 and are in a rebuild year under new Ownership. Marrone has spent this year playing multiple QB's trying to find the Franchise Quarterback. Browns Offense: 6 Browns Defense: 3 Bills Offense: 23 Bills Defense: 15

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BROWNS secure First Winning Season since 2007. Win 4th straight. Beat BILLS 31-11...






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Orchard Park, NY- With today's blowout victory over the Buffalo Bills(5-7), the Cleveland Browns(9-3) have won 4 straight and secured their first Winning Season since 2007 when they went 10-6 and missed the Playoffs.

The Browns haven't made the Playoffs since 2002. A painful memory for the Dawg Pound. For the past Decade.

"We knew coming into the Season the fans will be excited for the new Era. Here we are 13 weeks later and we clinched our first Winning Season in 7 years. That was the first Goal. We still have plenty more Mountain Tops to reach and we're excited about it." Browns Head Coach Mike Pettine stated.

And the Browns reached their 9th Win of the year in convincing fashion. Blowing out the Buffalo Bills led by QB Brian Hoyer.

Hoyer had 243 yards, 3 Touchdowns, and a pick.

His interception was a batted pass into the hands of LB Brandon Spikes in the end zone.

"That gave us some hope after that." Bills Defensive Coordinator Jim Schwartz stated.

But the Bills failed to do anything with it.

A common theme in today's Game.

Buffalo(5-7) was held to constant 3 and outs by the Browns Defense. Bills Punter Brian Moorman punted 8 times.

"We struggled bad on Offense today. Punting 8 times is a recipe for a loss." Bills Head Coach Doug Marrone stated.

Bills Quarterback Jeff Tuel got the nod today. He had 237 yards 1 Touchdown, and 2 picks.

Both times picked off by Joe Haden.

Tuel had a bomb to Rookie WR Sammy Watkins.

"Kid is special. We did good on Defense but Watkins is special." Pettine said.

Both Teams stopped the run..

Fred Jackson had 60 yards and no Touchdowns. Terrance West was held to 63 yards and a score.

Bills WR Sammy Watkins had a field day thanks to a 75 yard catch finishing with 4 Catches, 113 yards and a Touchdown.

Browns Rookie WR Zach Summers had 8 catches for 150 yards. He had no Touchdowns however but set up for Miles Austin, Jordan Cameron, and Rookie FB Chris Alexander to catch TDs.

The Browns(9-3) Defense got to Tuel 6 times. Just a glimpse of how good Pettine's Defense is this year.


UP NEXT

Browns(9-3) VS Colts(3-9) Next Sunday...

Bills(5-7) @ Broncos(2-8-1) Next Sunday...

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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San Diego Chargers (8-3, 4-1 Away)		Baltimore Ravens (4-7, 3-2 Home)
Injury Report Shareece Wright(CB) Fractured Foot(IR) NONE Kendall Reyes(LE) Pectoral Tear(IR) Game Notes Rocking a 4 Game winning Streak, the San Diego Chargers are hot on the Chiefs tail for the Division Lead. The Bolts rock the 12th best Offense with Rivers throwing for 15 Touchdowns since returning from Injury. Running Back Ryan Matthews is a monster in the backfield rushing for 1,178 yards and 11 Touchdowns. The Defense is #1 heading into this Game with the Chargers allowing just about 20 Points a Game. San Diego's Pass Rush led by Melvin Ingram has 11 sacks and the Secondary has 8 picks. Baltimore has lost 3 straight and welcomed back Franchise Quarterback Joe Flacco after backup Tyrod Taylor got the Ravens to a 4-4 Record. Under Flacco however, Baltimore has struggled. Another loss today and Baltimore will be on life support.

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CHARGERS struggle in Baltimore, lose to RAVENS 16-10...





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Baltimore, MD- The Baltimore Ravens(5-7) snapped their 3 game skid today with a 16-10 Victory over the San Diego Chargers(8-4).

"They handled us very well today. Stopped us dead in our tracks. We couldn't get anything going. They played very well and deserved the win today." Chargers Head Coach Mike McCoy stated.

The Ravens upset the Chargers and caught them off guard with their Defense. Baltimore Defensive Coordinator Dean Pees had the Ravens Defense ready for the Playoff Seeking San Diego Chargers.

Rivers had 220 yards and a Touchdown pass but majority of his passes were dropped by the Receivers thanks to the hard hitting Ravens Secondary.

"We know how good Phillip is, we needed to make him as uncomfortable as possible. We did that." Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh stated.

The Ravens(5-7) have had an up and down year this year with the injury to Joe Flacco on Opening Sunday.

Baltimore rallied behind backup QB Tyrod Taylor and went 4-4 before Flacco returned and the Ravens dropped 3 in a row.

Flacco had 236 yards and a Touchdown today as the Ravens held San Diego(8-4) to constant 3 and outs and had a 13-0 lead at the half.

The Chargers completely struggled.

RB Ryan Matthews had just 65 yards. San Diego punted 5 times.

"We were outplayed today. Completely just outplayed. Give Baltimore props." Chargers Head Coach Mike McCoy stated.

Ray Rice had 96 yards and no Touchdowns. He fumbled inside the 15 but yet, San Diego once again struggled to move the ball.

The Chargers(8-4) had 286 yards of Offense to the Ravens(5-7) 331.


UP NEXT

Chargers(8-4) VS Patriots(9-2) Next Sunday Night...

Ravens(5-7) @ Dolphins(5-6) Next Sunday...

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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New York Giants (6-5, 1-4 Away)		Jacksonville Jaguars (3-8, 2-3 Home)
Injury Report NONE NONE Game Notes The Jaguars are in a tough spot. They can't afford to lose anymore games or be eliminated from the Playoffs. However they don't control their own Destiny anymore. Once the Titans win another Game they will win the South. However if Jacksonville "Runs the Table" to finish 8-8, their hopes of a Wildcard Berth will depend on if the Chargers and Jets keep winning. All the Jags can do now is focus on getting past the G-Men. The Giants sit at 6-5 and are still in the hunt for January. Dallas may take the Division but the Giants may sneak into the Wildcard if they can keep winning.

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GIANTS use huge 4th Quarter to roll over JAGUARS 45-28....Tennessee Wins South Division, Jacksonville officially eliminated from Playoffs...






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Jacksonville, FL- Head Coach Gus Bradley stood at the podium as he answered the questions the Media had for him.

"What happened?" "Where do you go from here?"

"It was a rough year for us with a plan in place. Blake (Bortles) has played very well for us this year and we look to improve on that for next Season. We still have a few games left but now it's all about developing our young guys." Bradley stated.

Quarterback Blake Bortles was taken in the 2014 NFL Draft with the 3rd Pick. He missed some time with a Pre-Season injury but made his Debut earlier this year.

But the Jacksonville Jaguars(3-9) still struggled to win Games.

But Bortles has gradually got better and more comfortable as the year went on.

"Watching him grow out there this year was fun to watch. We all love Blake." Jaguars Offensive Coordinator Jedd Fisch stated.

Only in the Second Year of Bradley's tenure, the Jags have apparently put a foundation in place.

Today at Everbank Field. Bortles had one of his best performances of his young Career.

295 yards and 4 Touchdowns. A possible 5th was picked off in the end zone by Giants LB Jon Beason.

Both the Giants(7-5) and Jaguars(3-9) played Chess and took a 14-14 Score into halftime.

Then it was 21-21 entering the 4th.

This is where the Giants came alive, rallying for 24 points in the 4th Quarter to roll over the Jaguars Defense.

"4th Quarter we really showed how good this Football Team can be." Giants Head Coach Tom Coughlin stated.

Eli Manning had only 209 yards and 2 Touchdowns but never turned the ball over once.

Running Back Rashad Jennings added 2 Touchdowns of his own.

With the loss, the Jaguars hand the AFC South Division Title over to the Tennessee Titans.

Jacksonville(3-9) is eliminated.

The Giants(7-5) continue their hunt for the Postseason.


UP NEXT

Jaguars(3-9) VS Texans(3-9) Next Sunday...

Giants(7-5) @ Titans(8-4) Next Sunday....

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Matchup Preview *|* November 30, 2014
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Cincinnati Bengals (6-5, 3-2 Away)		Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-2, 5-1 Home)
Injury Report NONE Doug Martin(RB) Abdominal Tear(1 Week) Game Notes The Bucs are 5-1 at home and have really proved people wrong this year. Lovie Smith and Josh McCown have done wonders for Tampa after reuniting. The Bucs look to get to 10 wins as they welcome Andy Dalton and the Bengals to Tampa Bay..

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BUCCANEERS take advantage of BENGALS 5 Turnovers in 30-8 Blowout Win...





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Tampa Bay, FL- The Cincinnati Bengals(6-6) had a rough performance today in Tampa.

Turning the ball over five times.

"We had 5 Turnovers, that killed us." Bengals Head Coach Marvin Lewis stated.

Tampa Bay(10-2) turned the Turnovers into points every time.

"We won the Turnover battle today and got points. When you do that you have a good chance at winning Games." Buccaneers Head Coach Lovie Smith stated.

And behind 3 of the Turnovers was Quarterback Andy Dalton. "The Red Rifle" struggled today against the Bucs Defense. He had a 40% completion and was 11/27 with 1 Touchdown and 2 Picks. He also fumbled the ball on a scramble.

"I didn't have a good day. I need to be much better. Just one of those days." Dalton stated.

Tampa Bay(10-2) raced out to a 16-0 Halftime lead and a 23-0 lead entering the 4th.

The Bengals(6-6) we're dead in the water.

"We had too many Turnovers. Shot ourselves in the Foot." Bengals Offensive Coordinator Hue Jackson stated.

Dalton finally threw a Touchdown to Marvin Jones and ran for the 2 PT Conversion.

It was still 23-8 in favor of the Bucs.

Tampa Bay then recovered a fumble on the kickoff. McCown came in and threw his 2nd Touchdown of the game. He finished with 250 yards and 2 TDs. He fumbled while taking a sack.

But the Bengals failed to do anything with it.


Up Next

Bengals(6-6) VS Steelers(5-6) Next Sunday...

Buccaneers(10-2) @ Lions(4-8) Next Sunday...

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Fisher celebrates as RAMS shutout RAIDERS 42-0 inside Edward Jones Dome....






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St. Louis, MO- Despite their Record in 2014 so far, the St. Louis Rams(5-7) have a lot to be proud of today after crushing the Oakland Raiders(0-12) 42-0.

"I really think today was possibly our best Game we've had all year." Rams Head Coach Jeff Fisher stated.

The Rams(5-7) dominated the Raiders(0-12) handing them their 18th straight loss in a Row dating back to last Season.

The last time the Raiders won a Game was November 17, 2013. A 28-23 Victory over the Houston Texans.

"Today was by far our worst performance as a Football Team." Raiders Head Coach Dennis Allen stated.

And he wasn't wrong. The Raiders were absolutely dominated today inside The Dome.

Quarterback Matt Schaub had just 37 yards.

Running Back MJD had 11 yards off 13 carries.

WR James Jones had 30 Yards. A 30 yard Bomb from Schaub to him.

The Raiders finished with -10 Yards of Offense.

"It was an absolute embarrassment today." Allen stated.

Oakland(0-12) was held to just 1 First Down as the Silver and Black punted 8 times and struggled to move the ball.

"We punted more times than we had a First Down. It was by far the worst Game I ever watched." Raiders Owner Mark Davis stated.

Rams Quarterback Sam Bradford looked like a MVP as he just picked the horrible Raiders apart with 367 yards and 4 Touchdowns.

Rams RB Zac Stacy had 122 yards and a Score. TE Jared Cook had 156 yards and 2 Touchdowns.

Neither Team had a Turnover.

Oakland finished with 94 Total Yards. The Rams had 524..


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Rams(5-7) @ Redskins(2-10) Next Sunday...

Raiders(0-12) VS 49ers(9-3) Next Sunday....