For the second time in three weeks, David wins the week, thanks to a lineup led by Allen, Burrow, McCaffery, Gibbs, R. White, Diggs, Chase, Theilen, Butker and the Jets D., which resulted in a 394.
In second place is one of the greatest comeback stories in league history. Two-time former league champ Dennis (1999 & 2008) returned to the league this season after more than a decade away, and posted a 382, thanks to a lineup featuring Tagovailoa, Burrow, Kamara, Gibbs, T. Hill, Chase, Theilen, Gay and the Cowboys D.
As previously mentioned this is David’s second win in the past three weeks, and the first pay day for Dennis, since Week 1 of 2011. Congrats to both on their strong showings in Week 8.
The Rookie Report:
In week 8, Ryan (282) and Zach (282) edged Austin by a mere two points to share bragging rights among the new owners. Congrats Ryan and Zach.
The Leaderboard:
With his win, David extends his lead in the standings over Eric. while Trent, CraigS and Seth surge, and TroyA and I stumble.
1. David (1898)
2. Eric (1794)
3. Trent (1777)
4. CraigS (1756)
5. JohnK. (1742)
6. Seth (1741)
7. TroyA (1740)
Mr. Eames (1705), JamesT (1690) and Michael (1687) round out the Top 10.
Most Popular Plays:
Here are the five most commonly played players this week:
1. Kelce (29) 80%
2. Chase (24) 66%
3. Mahomes (23) 64%
4. T. Hill (22) 61%
5. Warren (22) 61%
Monday Evening Quarterback:
The average score for this week was 303.
For those of you who were disappointed with your scores this week here are some players who were played by one or fewer owners:
Box A: Herbert (46)
Box B: Levis (55), Mayfield (28)
Box C: Barkley (26)
Box D: Mixon (34)
Box E:
Box F:
Box G: Lamb (64)
Box H: Hopkins (65), Godwin (21)
Box I: Shaheed (51), G. Davis (34), Osborn (28)
Box J: T. Hill (39), Kincaid (26), Ferguson (20)
Box K: McManus (55), Dicker (51), Koo (33)
Box L: Cowboys (69), Jets (34) Browns (28), 49ers (28)
If you picked the top scorers in every box, 579 points were possible this week.
The Extremes:
Highest scoring player: DeAndre Hopkins (65)
The veteran wideout caught four passes for 128 yards and three touchdowns from his rookie QB, and not a soul played him.
Lowest scoring player: Cairo Santos (0)
The Bears kicker was limited to one extra point in a night worth forgetting in L.A.
For complete scores and results, see the links below:
Week 8: Results/Tally/Teams
Housekeeping:
Payment:
Thanks everyone. We have received payment from all 36 owners.
Looking Ahead:
That’s it for Week 8.
Please double check my work and let me know if you see any scoring errors.
Week 9 Bye Teams:
Denver, Detroit, Jacksonville, San Francisco
Week 9 Thursday Night Game:
Tennessee at Pittsburgh
and the league returns to Europe for an early Sunday game between Kansas City and Miami.
Good luck to all in Week 9.