NFL Week 10 Overreactions: Takeaways that Matter

November 27, 2023

BRoNCoS COunTrY LeTs riDE — Broncos players celebrate after Will Lutz hits game-winning field goal. Photo Credit to: milehighsports.com

So, the past few weeks have been tough for Bills fans, and honestly, I might have been right about the Bills all along. They may not be a playoff team and they sure as heck are not a Super Bowl team.

Dak Prescott is the best Quarterback in the League (For Now)

Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb. Photo Credit to: pff.com

While I don’t think he is going to maintain that title, the past three games he has proven why he gets all the hype that he does. Now you could make an argument for other quarterbacks, so I will compare their stats (from their past 3 games), to see if Dak really is the best. Number one contestant, CJ Stroud. Stroud has taken the league by storm, and in his past three games he has 966 yards, 6 passing touchdowns, and 1 interception. He is also 2-1 in that span. Dak has 1,082 passing yards, 11 passing touchdowns, 2 interceptions, and is also 2-1. Dak clears CJ Stroud, and there is no debate. He has overall better stats, and while CJ is probably the closest competitor with Dak, he is not quite there yet. Tua is the next contestant, he has 733 passing yards, 5 passing touchdowns, 2 interceptions, and is 1-2. Is this even a question? Dak clears. The final contestant, Jalen Hurts. He has 805 passing yards, 8 passing touchdowns, and 1 interception, and is 3-0. That’s really good. And while Jalen Hurts probably outplays Dak in terms of rushing, I am disregarding rushing stats as I am looking for the best quarterback. Anyway, Dak is amazing. He is performing at an extremely high level and I hope that he continues to do so.

The Texans are Legit Playoff Contenders/CJ Stroud is him

CJ Stroud after the Texans vs Bengals game. Photo Credit to: sandiegouniontribune.com

If I were to say this at the start of the season, I would be thrown in a mental hospital. However, like it or not, the Texans could squeeze into the playoffs at the 7th seed in the AFC. This is amazing for Houston fans and for CJ Stroud fans. Speaking of CJ Stroud, the guy is an absolute beast. He is performing at such a high level that he is in MVP contention. It would be awesome if CJ Stroud could actually take home the award. Anyway, the Texans are no longer the laughingstock of the league, and CJ Stroud is the next coming of Tom Brady. No, I’m kidding. But look out for the Texans if they are on your team’s schedule. Because the Texans, are good. Ugh, that still is weird to say.

Broncos Country… Let’s Ride!

Broncos players celebrate after Will Lutz hits a game-winning field goal. Photo Credit to: milehighsports.com

I knew it. I was saying all week that the Broncos were going to win against the Bills. All week. And I was right. The Broncos who started 0-3 and eventually 1-4 no longer exist. They are 4-5, and on their way to playoff contention. Prove me wrong. Just kidding. You don’t have to, they’ll probably do it by themselves. But realistically, Russell Wilson is back. Not back to prime Russell Wilson, but back to serviceable Russell Wilson. He made great plays, and while the Denver offense didn’t look amazing, it was able to attack and come up clutch in different moments. And the defense, it’s time to let go of the 70-point game. They’ve redeemed themselves. Even against the Chiefs, they gave up a total of 28 points in 2 games. That’s good. And they forced 4 Buffalo turnovers, and 3 from Josh Allen. The Broncos are in playoff contention, and until further notice, Broncos country, let’s ride.

The 49ers are all the way Back

49ers players celebrate after making a big play against the Jaguars. Photo Credit to: 49ers.com

I’m going to write this as an apology letter.

To the 49ers,

I apologize for calling your quarterback a system quarterback. He is a Top 10 quarterback and is able to win even if Christian McCaffrey doesn’t score. I’m also sorry for calling your entire team scrubs. You are one of the best teams in the league and deserve nothing but praise for your actions. I will never doubt Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel, Fred Warner, or Kyle Shanahan ever again. If the Cowboys face off against ya’ll in the playoffs, I will not watch the games in fear of you destroying the Cowboys 56-7. My apologies. Good luck in the Super Bowl.

Sincerely, Owen Maynor

That pretty much sums it up.

Everyone can celebrate football, except Jaguars fans (What the heck happened?). So there you have it. Five takeaways from the tenth week of the NFL season. How will these hold up during the season? I have no clue. But I guess we’ll find out. And yes, this conclusion is copied and pasted from my NFL Week 1 Overreactions: Being Way Too Conclusive article.