Here’s the key to victory for all 28 NFL teams that play this week.
Week 10 has some big games on tap as we get into the nitty gritty of the NFL season. Here’s the key to victory for all 28 NFL teams that play this weekend.
Cincinnati Bengals: Make the Ravens One-Dimensional
The Baltimore Ravens offense is so hard to stop due to the fact that they can beat you effectively through the air and on the ground. The only chance the Bengals have to slow down Lamar Jackson and the Ravens is to make them one-dimensional by stopping the run on early downs and getting them into 3rd and long
Baltimore Ravens: Get Pressure On Joe Burrow
We’ve seen Joe Burrow absolutely destroy teams from the pocket this year. If given time to throw on Thursday night, he will torch a gettable Ravens secondary. But, the offensive line can be suspect, and the Ravens need to get consistent pressure on the quarterback.
New York Giants: Get Daniel Jones In Rhythm Early
Last week, Daniel Jones played a solid second half against the Commanders. But, his first half was terrible, largely because he never got in a rhythm. Get Daniel Jones some easy completions early in the game, and the Giants should beat the Panthers in Munich.
Carolina Panthers: Bottle Up Brian Burns
New York edge rusher and former Carolina Panthers Brian Burns has been phenomenal this year. Bryce Young is starting to play well if he gets clean pockets, and keeping Burns bottled up and out of the face of Bryce Young will go a long way for the Panthers offense.
New England Patriots: Stop The Run
When the Bears offense has played well this year, it’s because they’ve been able to run the football effectively. Chicago has been a terrible 3rd and medium/long team all year. If New England can get Chicago behind the sticks, they will have success.
Chicago Bears: Play From Under Center
This offense is so much better when they’re operating under center, running the ball, and getting Caleb Williams opportunities as a play-action passer. As long as that happens, they should beat a poor Patriots team.
Buffalo Bills: Limit The Big Plays
The Indianapolis Colts have shown an ability to strike for big plays in the passing game this year, especially on deep balls to Josh Downs or Alec Pierce. While the deep ball threat isn’t as strong with Joe Flacco, it’s still something Buffalo needs to focus on.
Indianapolis Colts: Run The Ball Effectively
The Colts need to get back to running the football well. Joe Flacco had played well before last week’s loss, but he’s not the guy to run an offense so predicated on passing. Get Jonathan Taylor the ball early and often.
Denver Broncos: Force Some Turnovers
The Chiefs have been turnover-prone this year, as Patrick Mahomes threw an interception in the team’s first eight games. The Broncos will be outclassed on a down-to-down basis. Forcing a turnover or two could keep them in the game.
Kansas City Chiefs: Find Some Explosive Plays In The Passing Game
The Kansas City Chiefs offense has been, frankly, pretty boring this year. That’s been good enough, as they’re 8-0. But, they need to start finding more explosive plays down the field, as some of these AFC offenses will be tough to beat in the playoffs without them.
Atlanta Falcons: Limit Turnovers
When things have gone off the rails for the Falcons offense it’s because they’ve turned the ball over. The only way they lose to a terrible Saints team is to give New Orleans extra possessions via turnovers.
New Orleans Saints: Find A Spark With A New Coach
NFL teams are often successful in their first game with an interim coach. In fact, since 2010, teams are 18-13 in such situations. With Darren Rizzi stepping in for the fired Dennis Allen, the Saints are hoping to get that same kind of new coach bounce.
San Francisco 49ers: Get Christian McCaffrey Involved
Christian McCaffrey is set to return to the lineup and make his season debut. This 49ers offense has been missing him all year. They’re so much better when he’s getting plenty of touches. Get CMC involved in a multitude of ways.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Pressure Brock Purdy
Give Brock Purdy a ton of time to throw in the pocket, and his anticipation and accuracy will tear you apart. But, he has struggled this year against pressure, more so than he did last year. Pressure Purdy, and the Buccaneers can stifle the 49ers offense.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Make Jayden Daniels Uncomfortable
Jayden Daniels has had an outstanding start to his career. The rookie has cruised to a 7-2 start in his NFL career. But, this Pittsburgh defense, led by TJ Watt, has the ability to make a quarterback have a nightmare game. Pressure Daniels early and often, give him some looks he hasn’t seen yet, and Pittsburgh will have success.
Washington Commanders: Contain TJ Watt
On the flip-side, TJ Watt is the most difficult defensive player to block in the league. He has a knack for changing games with one big play. They have to execute their plan against Watt, whether it’s double teams or chipping him with a skill position.
Minnesota Vikings: Air It Out
The Jaguars have the second-worst pass defense in the league. We all know that the Vikings have a great group of skill players. With TJ Hockenson back, those skill players are even better. Let Sam Darnold attack this Jacksonville secondary down the field.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Commit To The Run Game
Vikings defensive coordinator makes it tough on passers with exotic blitzes and unique coverages on the back end. A great way to get him out of those blitz packages is to run the ball effectively and get into manageable down and distance situations. Commit to running the ball early.
Tennessee Titans: Stop The Run
Even the the Los Angeles passing game has improved lately, this is a still a team that wants to run the ball and then base the rest of the offense off of the run game. Given the lack of established pass-catchers for the Chargers, making them rely on throwing the ball is a good plan.
Los Angeles Chargers: Don't Get Pass-Happy
Yes, the passing game is starting to improve. But, they have to stay focused on what’s helped them to a 5-3 start. That’s running the ball and playing great defense. Stick to those things, and they should have no problem with the Titans.
Philadelphia Eagles: Feed Saquon Barkley
We’ve all seen the putrid Cowboys run defense this year. Derrick Henry ran through the Dallas defense earlier this year. There’s no reason Saquon Barkley, who is playing just as well as Henry, can’t do the same thing. Nick Sirianni and the Eagles have been pass-happy at times this year. That can’t happen on Sunday.
Dallas Cowboys: Don't Put Too Much On Cooper Rush's Shoulders
Dak Prescott is out with an injury and is likely headed to IR. That means Cooper Kupp is in his place. This is a Dallas offense built around Dak Prescott having to carry much of the load. Cooper Rush is not going to be able to carry that big of a load, and they need to keep things simple for him.
New York Jets: Keep Kyler Murray In The Pocket
Kyler Murray is an incredibly dangerous player when he gets outside of the pocket due to his playmaking. But, when he’s in the pocket, it’s tough for him to be efficient due to his small stature. The Jets need to keep contain on the outside and make Murray stay in the pocket.
Arizona Cardinals: Get Off To A Fast Start
The Jets are riding high after snapping a five-game losing streak last week. If the Jets get off to a quick start, it could only further that confidence. But, if Arizona can get off to a good start, that could mean the Jets become dysfunctional once again.
Detroit Lions: Stay Balanced
This Detroit offense is so hard to stop because it’s incredibly balanced, with a full stable of skill guys that can hurt you. As long as they stay balanced, they’re going to both control the clock and score at will against teams.
Houston Texans: Protect CJ Stroud
The Texans have not been able to protect CJ Stroud lately, and it’s really been impacting his play. He’s starting to get happy feet in the pocket and his mechanics are breaking down. With Aidan Hutchinson out for the year and newly-acquired edge rusher Za’Darius Smith not yet up to speed for the Lions, their pass rush shouldn’t be that dominant. This is a good week for the Texans pass protection to get back on track.
Miami Dolphins: Find A Way To Finish
The Dolphins are 2-6, but it’s not because they haven’t been competitive. Rather, it’s because they’ve consistently found ways to lose games in the 4th quarter. There’s no reason that this game won’t be close late, and the Dolphins need to find a way to win these close games.
Los Angeles Rams: Keep Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua On The Field Together
The two superstar receivers have only played together and finished one game this year. While they’re both healthy now, Nacua was ejected from last week’s game for throwing a punch. When they’re both on the field together, this offense becomes tough to stop.