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NFL Week 9: CJ Stroud’s Masterclass, Josh Dobbs’ Legend, and Fraud Alerts
Week 9 started in Germany with a matchup that was supposed to prove the Dolphins belonged at the adult table. Instead, it just confirmed what Big Cat has been shouting into the void for weeks. The Chiefs defense smothered Tua and company in the first half, and while the travel excuses were flying pre-game, the result on the field spoke for itself.
Big CatThe Miami Dolphins are officially frauds
The Miami Dolphins are officially F-R-A-U-D-S. Frauds. They're not real. The Dolphins versus teams with a winning record are 0 and 3, 100 for their opponent, 51 for them.
While the Dolphins struggle against anything with a pulse, the Chiefs are winning games with a formula we haven't seen in the Mahomes era. Their defense is legitimately terrifying, holding one of the most explosive offenses in league history to 14 points.
PFT CommenterThe Chiefs defense is a top five unit in the NFL
I think the Chiefs are a really good defense. I think the Chiefs are a top five defense. They're good. Which is crazy to say. But I think that that's the scariest part about the Chiefs, is that their offense still doesn't look like peak Mahomes.
The Stroud Boys and the Passtronaut
If you aren't standing back and standing by for the Stroud Boys, you aren't watching football. CJ Stroud put up a historic 470 yards and five touchdowns, leading a game-winning drive that felt like a coronation. Big Cat is already putting him in the elite tier of quarterbacks, and it's hard to argue after seeing him torch the Bucs.
But the story of the day might actually be Josh Dobbs. The man was traded on Tuesday, didn't know his teammates' names, and hadn't taken a single snap with the starters. When Jaren Hall went down, Dobbs stepped in and played like he had been in Minnesota for a decade.
Big CatJosh Dobbs has proved he should be a starter in the NFL
Dobbs says that now he proved that he should be a starter in the NFL. I don't know if like full-time starter, but I think like spot starter... I think what we've learned about Josh Dobbs is he is the best guy that you could ever have to come on the field in the middle of a game or maybe to do like one start for your team.
Ravens Dominance and the Geno Problem
The Ravens didn't just beat the Seahawks; they erased them from the earth. It was a 37-3 biblical ass-kicking that saw Baltimore put up over 500 yards of offense while the defense looked like it was playing against a high school team. PFT is ready to crown them the kings of the league.
PFT CommenterThe Baltimore Ravens are the best team in the NFL
I would just like to admit right now the Baltimore Ravens, I think they are the best team in the NFL. I think the ra it to my ears. I have them, they're my Super Bowl pick. I I think the Ravens are the most complete team.
On the flip side, the Geno Smith magic might have officially run out. Between the interceptions and the general lack of solutions against a heavy blitz, the trust is gone. Big Cat is officially jumping off the Geno coaster.
Big CatI'm officially done with Geno Smith
I'm done with Geno. Yeah. I've had enough Gino. I, I think I'm good with Gino... I will never feel trust in Gino to be like, you can go win this big, big game.
NFC East Drama and the Basement Dwellers
Max is in his feelings despite the Eagles being 8-1. The Cowboys game was a survivor's special, with Dak Prescott literally stepping out of bounds on a crucial two-pointer and the Eagles secondary looking like a sieve. Still, Big Cat thinks the Eagles are the clear class of the conference, even if he’s waiting for a better price to bet them.
Big CatThe Eagles are the best team in the NFC by far
The Eagles are really good. They're really fucking good. They're good. They're the best team in the NFC by far. I think the Niners have some big time issues... The Eagles are the best team in the NFC. It's not even a question in my mind.
Big CatI'm going to bet on the Eagles to win the Super Bowl after they lose a few games
I'm going to bet on the Eagles to win the Super Bowl after this stretch. 'cause they're gonna lose a couple of these games and that's fine. Max, that's fine.
Meanwhile, the Commanders might actually be frisky. Sam Howell is slinging it with no regard for his own safety, and PFT is doing the math to get them into the postseason.
PFT CommenterSam Howell is a top 12 quarterback in the NFL right now
Sam Howell is firmly the guy. He's my guy. He's our guy. He's the guy in DC... Top 15 Quarterback. Top 15 Quarterback in the NFL. I would say top 12.
PFT CommenterThe Commanders will finish 9-8 and make the playoffs
I'm now talking myself back in the playoffs. Ooh. Because someone's gotta get that seventh spot... I think nine [wins]. I'm going to be honest and say Loss at Ramps. Win. At Jets Win. Okay. There it is. Yep. Niners loss. Cowboys Win. Wait, that, that's still eight... run it back and count again... That's nine. That's fine. and we're in the playoffs as the 17th.
Then there’s the Patriots. Hank had to watch his team lose to a Commanders team that just traded away its best defensive players. The lighthouse at Gillette might be new, but the product on the field is ancient. Hank finally admitted the truth about the standings.
HankThe Patriots are the worst team in the AFC
Patriots are ass dude. Hey, factor fiction is the worst team in the A ffc... Statistical fact.
We wrapped up with a look at the Sunday Night game where the Bengals looked like the team everyone feared they would be. Joe Burrow is healthy, moving around the pocket, and the Bills look like a team that might be watching the playoffs from their couches in January.
Big CatThe Buffalo Bills might not make the playoffs
The Bills have a tough schedule. The Bills might not make the playoffs... they play the Jets who they always struggle with at home. Then they have to play at Eagles. At Chiefs versus Cowboys at Chargers... That's a pretty tough four games.
PowerPoint coming Wednesday, and hopefully, someone teaches Josh Dobbs the Vikings’ fight song before next Sunday.
