~~Lords of the Gridiron~~

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* December 7, 2014
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Houston Texans (3-9, 2-4 Away)		Jacksonville Jaguars (3-9, 2-4 Home)
Injury Report Louis Nix III(DT) Broken Tibia(IR) NONE Game Notes After a 2-0 start and QB Ryan Fitzpatrick going down, the Houston Texans season has been a train wreck. First Year Head Coach Bill O'Brien has his work cut out for him as the Texans look to reach the finish line and put 2014 behind them. The Texans will look to snap their 5 game skid against the equally struggling Jacksonville Jaguars.

[johnstone1987]

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TEXANS snap 5 game skid by shutting out JAGUARS 24-0....






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Jacksonville, FL- One week after giving up 50 points to the Tennessee Titans, the Houston Texans(4-9) were desperate to end their slide.

Houston did that today by dominating their rivals Jacksonville Jaguars(3-10).

The Texans got to Rookie Quarterback Blake Bortles bringing him down 7 times and pressuring him on just about every snap.

"Defense played great today." Texans Defensive Coordinator Romeo Crennel stated. "Needed that after last week."

Bortles had 141 yards and a pick as Jacksonville(3-10) struggled to get anything going.

"We just stumbled today. Got nothing going." Jags Head Coach Gus Bradley said.

Stumbled indeed.

Bortles struggled to throw and Running Back Toby Gerhart was held to just 39 yards off 15 carries.

The Texans Defense showed up to play.

Jacksonville had just 8 First Downs all game long.

"Terrible performance today. We need to do a much better job on Offense." Bradley added.

Texans QB Ryan Fitzpatrick had 179 yards and 2 Touchdowns while RB Arian Foster rushed for 182 yards and a score.

"Played very well today on both sides of the ball." First Year Head Coach Bill O'Brien stated.

Texans Defensive End JJ Watt recorded 3 Sacks. This gives him 11 for the year.

Houston snaps its 5 game skid.


UP NEXT

Texans(4-9) @ Colts(4-9) Next Sunday....

Jaguars(3-10) @ Ravens(6-7) Next Sunday....

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* December 7, 2014
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Buffalo Bills (5-7, 2-3 Away)		Denver Broncos (2-9-1, 1-5 Home)
Injury Report CJ Spiller(RB) Broken Collarbone(IR) NONE Marcell Dareus(DT) Shoulder Tear(4 Weeks) Game Notes The 2014 Denver Broncos have been a Train Wreck to say the least. A year after reaching Super Bowl 48 and getting blown out by the Seattle Seahawks, Denver has fallen apart. A Week 1 win over Indy was followed by a 3 game losing streak, a Tie to the Jets, and another 3 game skid. During the slide Peyton Manning began to turn the ball over on a consistent basis. Manning has been leading the league in Interceptions and has 31 picks coming into Todays Game. Denver General Manager John Elway and Head Coach John Fox are not yet ready to give up on Manning. However Denver is already eliminated from Playoffs and look to snap Mannings Turnover Game. The Broncos are on another 3 game slide coming into the Game. The Bills are as well and have been playing QB Carousel all year long. Buffalo Head Coach Doug Marrone has given QB Jeff Tuel the nod for the start.

[johnstone1987]

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Manning struggles once again.. BILLS blow out BRONCOS 41-14...








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Denver, CO- The 2014 Train Wreck that is the Denver Broncos(2-10-1) continued on Sunday afternoon inside Mile High when the Buffalo Bills(6-7) defeated the Broncos.

"We haven't been playing good Football all year. We all need to take a long hard look at ourselves in the mirror and try to finish out the Season with a few Wins." Broncos Head Coach John Fox stated.

Denver(2-10-1) have dropped 4 straight and continue to sink under the Season.

"Our ship has sunk awhile ago. We're all disappointed with how this Season has gone for us." Broncos General Manager and Legend John Elway stated.

Peyton Manning struggles continued. Manning had just 84 yards with no Touchdowns and a Interception.

He was benched at the start of the 4th Quarter, after spending the Game going 5 for 20.

"I've been in a slump and I know this. It's just a matter of turning things around." Manning said.

The Bills(6-7) took advantage of the Broncos(2-10-1) poor performance and took a 28-0 lead into halftime.

Buffalo capitalized on Denver's 5 Turnovers each time turning it into points.

"That was our downfall. Those Turnovers killed us. We need to play mistake free Football." Fox added.

Manning had a pick, RB Montee Ball fumbled twice, and backup Zac Dysert had a pick.

Each Buffalo Possession that followed turned into Touchdowns.

Bills QB Jeff Tuel had 4 Touchdowns no picks and 156 yards. He also rushed for a Touchdown.

"Felt great out there with the Guys." Tuel said. "Denver is really a tough place to play."

"I really don't care about what their Record says, Denver is a well Coached Football Team." Bills Head Coach Doug Marrone stated.

Backup RB Fred Jackson rushed for 121 yards and no Touchdowns.

"Couldn't stop the run at all. Need to do that." Broncos Defensive Coordinator Jack Del Rio stated.

Broncos RB Montee Ball struggled vs the Bills Defense. 13 carries and only 58 yards. After losing two Fumbles, Ball was benched in the 4th.

Losing 35-0 in the 4th, John Fox benched Manning in favor of backup Zac Dysert.

Dysert's first pass was intercepted but Buffalo was held to a FG.

But after that, Dysert went to work. Leading Denver down on 2 Touchdown Drives.

His pass floated over Stephon Gilmore for a Touchdown that brought Denver to a 41-14 Defecit.

The Broncos Faithful cheered for Dysert on the 2 meaningless Drives.

Manning continues to lead the NFL with interceptions. He now has 32.


UP NEXT

Broncos(2-10-1) @ Chargers(8-4) Next Sunday....

Bills(6-7) VS Packers(8-4) Next Sunday...

[glenzariczny]

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Man the Broncos are just taking a nose dive. Wonder if this is it for Manning

[young22]

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Love all the social media trash talk haha

[johnstone1987]

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Man the Broncos are just taking a nose dive. Wonder if this is it for Manning

Yeah I was surprised myself. Week 1 he throws 7 TD's in a 62-24 blowout win over the Colts. Then the next 3 Games Manning turned into a Turnover machine and it's been a pattern since. The dude has 32 picks on the year lmao.

Love all the social media trash talk haha

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* December 7, 2014
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Kansas City Chiefs (10-2, 5-1 Away)		Arizona Cardinals (10-2, 6-0 Home)
Injury Report NONE NONE Game Notes In what could be a possible Super Bowl Preview between the Arizona Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs kicks off in the Desert. Arizona is unbeaten at home and their Defense ranks #1 in the league. The Chiefs have a mirror 10-2 Record as well and looks to win their 4th straight. But the Cardinals at home is a Team that has given Teams fits every time they arrive in the Desert. The Cards are trying to become the first Team in NFL History to host their own Super Bowl.

[dfsJunkie]

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Shocked to see Manning's quick demise. Let's go Cards. Would love to see them make a little history this year.

[johnstone1987]

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Shocked to see Manning's quick demise. Let's go Cards. Would love to see them make a little history this year.

Yeah it's insane how bad Peyton has been this year. He went from 7 Touchdowns on Opening Day to having more Turnovers than a ****ing bakery. 32 picks on the year before Week 15 is just insane. He's thrown so many picks that entering Week 15 he hasn't even broke 3,000 passing yards yet.

Arizona is a just a monster this year. That Defense is just lights out and smothering. Best way to describe the 2014 Cardinals at Home is like how the 2013 Seahawks were at home that no Team wants to play.

[johnstone1987]

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CARDINALS shut down CHIEFS 25-10 in Desert.....






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Phoenix, AZ- The Kansas City Chiefs(10-3) found out first hand today just how good the Arizona Cardinals(11-2) are. Especially at home...

"We played pretty good in the first half but fell apart in the second." Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid stated.

It was a Chess match in the first half as the 0-0 score showed at Halftime.

In the first half both Defenses did their job. Cardinals Running Back Jonathan Dwyer couldn't get much going in the run game.

He would finish with 65 yards and a Touchdown.

"Arizona is a Team where the second something goes wrong for you, they take advantage and score then the next thing you know the Game is getting away from you." Reid continued.

He was right.

The minute Chiefs Quarterback Alex Smith threw a Interception in the 3rd Quarter, the Cardinals scored and soon they began to pull away for good.

Arizona(11-2) took a 16-3 lead in the Third as QB Carson Palmer threw a Touchdown Pass that put the Cards up 22-3.

On the ensuing kickoff, Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles returned it for 98 yards that gave the Chiefs(10-3) their only Touchdown of the Game.

The Chiefs Offense never got going against the Ball Hawking #1 Defense in the NFL.

Alex Smith had 181 yards, 0 Touchdowns, 1 Interception, and a Fumble.

Carson Palmer had 325 yards and a Touchdown.

"KC is a tough Team and it felt great to go out there and get another Win." Cardinals Head Coach Bruce Arians stated.

Chiefs Running Back Jamaal Charles was held to 62 yards and a fumble. He's not just 3 yards shy of tying the Single Season Rushing Yards Record held by Eric Dickerson.

Arizona(11-2) Defense got to Alex Smith 6 times as James Harrison had 2 sacks. Veteran John Abraham got 1 and moved him into 5th All time.

"We're very good on Defense and have been all year. The guys love each other and care for each other. We're excited to see how the Season ends for us." Cardinals Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles stated.

The Arizona Cardinals move to 7-0 at Home and currently sit in the #2 Seed in the NFC race.

The Cardinals will head to St. Louis on a short week for a Primetime Matchup with the Rams..


UP NEXT

Cardinals(11-2) @ Rams(6-7) On Thursday Night Football...

Chiefs(10-3) VS Raiders(0-12) Next Sunday....

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* December 7, 2014
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Seattle Seahawks (8-4, 2-4 Away)		Philadelphia Eagles (6-6, 4-2 Home)
Injury Report Earl Thomas III(S) Shoulder Tear(1 Week) Matthew Tucker(RB) Pectoral Tear(IR) Sidney Rice(WR) Broken Collarbone(IR) Shady McCoy(RB) Broken Collarbone(IR) TJ Kelly(R)(S) Broken Ribs(2 Weeks) Game Notes The defending Super Bowl Champions Seattle Seahawks head out East to Lincoln Financial Field to face the Philadelphia Eagles. Seattle is sitting in the #6 Seed in the NFC Playoffs thanks to struggling bad on the Road with a 2-4 Record. Philly is still in the hunt at 6-6 and must get past the Seahawks to continue their Playoff chase.

[johnstone1987]

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SEAHAWKS crush EAGLES in Philly 31-3..






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Philadelphia, PA- A 6 yard rush and a 20 yard pass to Jermaine Kearse in the End Zone, followed by a Pick 6 by LB Bobby Wagner gave the Seattle Seahawks(9-4) a 21-0 lead.

"We knew we had to start fast today and get out back home with some momentum. It was important for us to get a Win on the Road." Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll stated.

Russell Wilson threw 177 yards and 2 Touchdowns. The third year Quarterback rushed for 89 yards and a Touchdown. However he lost 2 fumbles when getting hit.

Both times, Philly recovered.

"Need to hold onto the ball a lot better." Wilson added.

Philadelphia(6-7) only managed a Field Goal before halftime. They were absolutely dominated by the Seahawks Defense.

"We were outcoached and outplayed. Hands down. Simple as that." Eagles Head Coach Chip Kelly stated.

Eagles Quarterback Nick Foles was left out to dry as he was sacked 8 times by the Hawks D. 4 of them by second year Defensive Tackle Jesse Williams.

Followed by Brandon MeBane with 3.

Foles was then picked off twice by Bobby Wagner and Kam Chancellor that ended the game.

Foles had just 90 yards passing.

"Bad day but Seattle is a tough Team." Foles added.

Philly's Offense struggled and was held to just 157 yards Total with 107 on Offense.

Seattle had 488.

Seattle(9-4) held Philadelphia(6-7) RB Darren Sproles to just 60 yards as BEAST MODE had 162 yards.

With the loss, Philly has now lost 3 straight.


UP NEXT

Seahawks(9-4) VS 49ers(9-3) Next Sunday....

Eagles(6-7) VS Cowboys(9-4) Next Sunday Night...

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* December 7, 2014
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San Francisco 49ers (9-3, 4-2 Away)		Oakland Raiders (0-12, 0-6 Home)
Injury Report Jerry Rice Jr(R)(WR) Broken Collarbone(3 Weeks) NONE Game Notes Since 1970 the "Battle of the Bay" pits the San Francisco 49ers against the Oakland Raiders. The 9ers won the first Meeting in 1970. 4 years ago in 2010, the 9ers once again got the best of the Raiders 17-9. It's a small rivalry that the Football World only experiences once every four years. Today these two will meet again as the Red Hot 49ers go into Oakland rocking a 7 Game winning streak looking for #8. The Raiders have lost every game this year and are looking like they will become the 2nd Team ever to finish 0-16. San Francisco is firing on all cylinders with the #2 Defense and #4 Offense. The Raiders have the worst Offense in the league and one of the worst Defenses.

[johnstone1987]

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49ERS win 8th straight with 35-10 Victory over winless RAIDERS....





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Oakland, CA- Colin Kaepernick was all smiles as he stood at the podium after the San Francisco 49ers(10-3) defeated the Oakland Raiders(0-13) 35-10.

"We've been a relentless Team all year. We believe in one another and we fight together." The 49ers Quarterback stated.

Kaepernick had 203 yards and 4 Touchdowns as the 9ers won "The Battle of the Bay".

Kaep had bombs to Anquan Boldin, Vernon Davis, Michael Crabtree, and Rookie Calvin Ridley for scores.

San Francisco just dominated Oakland in the passing game as the WRs were left wide open thanks to miscommunication in the Raiders secondary.

"It was a mess. We couldn't cover anybody on Defense." Raiders Defensive Coordinator Jason Tarver stated.

49ers RB Frank Gore had 72 yards and a Touchdown.

The 9er Offense racked up 326 yards.

"Played great on Offense today. Moved the ball well." 49ers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman stated.

The 9ers(10-3) took a 28-3 lead into halftime as Oakland(0-13) struggled to move the ball and score points.

A problem Oakland has had all year.

Raiders Quarterback Matt Schaub struggled throwing the ball with just 85 yards and a interception.

"Just in a funk that's been dragging us down all year. We need to figure out how to get out of it and try to get us some wins to close out the year." Raiders Head Coach Dennis Allen stated.

It's no secret that Dennis Allen has been on the Hot Seat this year and Owner Mark Davis will probably be making changes come January.

Raiders RB Maurice Jones-Drew had 75 yards and no Touchdowns.

Oakland finished with 193 yards of Offense. A struggle that's been a pattern all year.

Raiders turned to Matt McGloin in the 4th Quarter with 7 minutes left down 35-3 for a spark.

McGloin went perfect for 56 yards and finding Denarius Moore in the corner of the End Zone that made the score less lopsided.

Schaub was sacked 5 times, twice by all new Sacks Leader in a Season Aldon Smith who continues to add to his record.

The 49ers(10-3) will have a tough matchup next Week when they head to Seattle to face the Seahawks in a rematch from last week's Thanksgiving Nights Overtime 9er win.

With the loss tonight, the Raiders(0-13) have lost 19 straight dating back to the end of the 2013 Season.


UP NEXT

49ers(10-3) @ Seahawks(9-4) Next Sunday...

Raiders(0-13) @ Chiefs(10-3) Next Sunday...