WHAT WE LEARNED THIS WEEK
The Ravens’ defense did it again. This week, at home versus the Bengals, Baltimore dominated on defense from the opening snap. The unit produced seven sacks, two fumbles recovered, an interception, and a touchdown in the game. IDP players of note include Patrick Queen, Marcus Peters, Chuck Clark, Marlon Humphrey, and Pernell McPhee.
Miami came through with an awesome game on the road in San Francisco on Sunday. The Dolphins put up five sacks, two interceptions, and recovered a fumble in the victory against the 49ers. Jerome Baker, Andrew Van Ginkel, and Emmanuel Ogbah had nice games for Miami.
The Browns defense put up a nice performance against a solid Colts offense to contribute to a win on Sunday. The squad accumulated a safety, a sack, two interceptions, and a touchdown on the afternoon. Ronnie Harrison and Myles Garrett produced solid IDP results for the Cleveland D.
TOP PLAYER PERFORMANCES
Aaron Donald – DT – LOS ANGELES RAMS
Twice in three weeks, Donald has made it on this list. This time, it’s because he destroyed the Washington offensive line to the tune of four tackles, three TFLs, a forced fumble, and four sacks. At 29 years old, Donald is on pace to break the single-season sacks record. It will be fun to watch his progress for the rest of the season.
Patrick Queen – LB – BALTIMORE RAVENS
You thought Donald was good making it twice in three weeks. Well, Queen made this list twice in a row! That’s right, after producing 12 tackles last week, the LSU alum created nine total tackles, a sack, a forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, and a touchdown this week. If you invested an early draft pick in Queen this year, you are living large right now.
Steven Nelson – CB – PITTSBURGH STEELERS
Nelson was the top defensive back of week five (depending on the scoring system). After the Steelers had an unexpected bye last week, Nelson went bananas at home against the Eagles this week. The former Oregon State star made six total tackles, intercepted two Wentz throws, and defended two passes on the day.
NOTABLE INJURIES
Chandler Jones – LB – ARIZONA CARDINALS
Jones may have played his last snap of 2020. As of writing, Jones was scheduled for an MRI on his injured biceps. The Cardinals brass is bracing for bad news, expecting a tear that would require season-ending repair. Jones had 19 sacks last season, which Arizona will have a hard time replacing. Kylie Fitts will likely see more snaps at the position.
D.J. Reader – DT – CINCINNATI BENGALS
The 26-year old, fifth-year vet suffered a quad injury that has landed him on injured reserve. With Reader out, Christian Covington moves into a starting role alongside Geno Atkins.
Brian Burns – DE – CAROLINA PANTHERS
Burns, a second-year pass-rushing stud, had to leave Sunday’s contest with a concussion. The FSU man had five tackles and one sack before leaving the game. If he can’t pass concussion protocol, Marquis Haynes and Stephen Weatherly will see more snaps during his absence.
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