Deshaun Watson must go to the bench
New outing, and new catastrophic performance for Deshaun Watson. The quarterback was once again imprecise, indecisive in the pocket (more than 3 seconds before throwing) and conceded 7 sacks this Sunday.
So yes, his offensive line is struggling and the running game is not responding. However, in similar conditions, many quarterbacks do better. An unacceptable situation given the financial investment, but not only that: there was also a change of offensive coordinator, an exchange to bring in Jerry Jeudy… Everything was done to put Watson in the best conditions.
The worst is that the Deshaun Watson “symptom” seems to gradually contaminate the entire squad with a defense that never ceases to disappoint.
The time for shock has come for Cleveland. Deshaun Watson needs to go to the bench.
Pat Surtain, number 1 cornerback
The best players in their position are not always the most media-friendly… And Pat Surtain should be put in this box. The 24-year-old cornerback is at the top of his game at the start of the season.
The defender has not given up a touchdown and has only allowed 7 receptions and 75 yards in 5 games. His opponents? DK Metcalf, Mike Evans, George Pickens and Garrett Wilson.
This Sunday, Surtain shone again with a 100-yard pick-6!
Look no further, the number 1 cornerback in the league plays in Colorado.
The Bengals see the playoffs slip away
The alarm sounded in Cincinnati. The Bengals suffered their 4th defeat in 5 games this season. Once again, the defense worried with 41 points conceded. The coaching staff is not reassuring either, like Zac Taylor's playing choices in overtime.
Last in the AFC, with a record of 0-3 in conference, the Bengals' ammunition is dwindling.
Panic in SF?
No alarm yet but concern is growing in San Francisco. While we imagined the 49ers rolling through the season, the men of the Bay are multiplying the errors and mishaps along the way. This week, it was unfortunate turnovers and the injury of kicker Jake Moody that put a stop to the franchise. More disturbing, this 2nd half without a point for Brock Purdy and his teammates. A first since the advent of the quarterback.
Between the strange atmosphere around the Christian McCaffrey case and these grains of sand in the Californian offensive machine, the 49ers seem to be on a crest line at the start of the season. Be careful not to fall.
Everyone won!
With the Jaguars' victory against the Colts, all teams have won at least one game this season. So it only took 5 weeks for this.
Kirk Cousins, you like that ?
If everything is not yet perfect in Kirk Cousins' game, the veteran quarterback showed why the Falcons signed him. 509 yards, 4 touchdowns and 2 last crazy drives to get the victory in overtime against the Buccaneers.
While waiting for the Saints game (against the Chiefs this Monday), the Falcons are leading the division with already 2 wins for 0 losses against their division rivals. Do you like that?
The rookies find the rhythm
If it has been a few weeks since Jayden Daniels found his rhythm, this was not necessarily the case for his classmates. But this week 5 could be a turning point. Caleb Williams (Bears) and Bo Nix (Broncos) have just produced their best performance of the season.
For both players, these performances confirm encouraging matches in week 4. With receivers already at the top, and quarterbacks who are finding their rhythm, this 2024 offensive class is showing itself!
Xavier McKinney is worth every dollar
Arriving with great fanfare in the offseason from Green Bay, Xavier McKinney had to justify the confidence placed in him by the franchise. Additionally, the Packers are not always used to making big spending during free agency.
And the least we can say is that the safety does not disappoint! Against the Rams, McKinney once again weighed on the match with 1 interception, 1 covered fumble and a decisive tackle on a 2-point conversion from the Rams. With 5 interceptions in 5 games on a new team (a first in history), McKinney justifies every dollar placed on him. Hopefully it lasts.
Jacoby Brissett, the soldier
For the 3rd time in 5 games, Jacoby Brissett suffered opposing pressure on more than 50% of his snaps. Of course, no one does worse in the NFL. And yet, the Patriots quarterback was still valiant, limited the errors and fought snap after snap to give his best despite a mediocre cast at his side. An exemplary attitude.
If you ever have to fight a fight, bring Jacoby Brissett with you.
Believe in yourself or wait for revenge
He did it! Sam Darnold saw his Vikings beat Aaron Rodgers' Jets in London.
So yes, the Minnesota quarterback did not particularly shine in this meeting. Yes, it's better to play football with Rodgers than Darnold.
But the former Jets player proved something in this victory: always believe in yourself (or find someone who believes in you…) or wait patiently to get revenge. It's up to you.
Always give everything
We would have liked it to be the winning action for the Steelers. But unfortunately, Dallas found the fault 2 games later. In any case, Elandon Robert gave everything to help Pittsburgh win. This high-level defensive action will be remembered for a long time. Banzai !
Wild play by Elandon Roberts here! #Steelers #NFL pic.twitter.com/JLDLgrAt2B
— Blitzburgh (@Blitz_Burgh) October 7, 2024
