The NFL season is off to a tumultuous start, and for many fans, the harsh reality has set in. The excitement of the draft and preseason has worn off, and the cold, hard truth is that their team might not be as good as they thought. It’s like finding out your dream vacation to Paris has been rerouted to a small town in Texas.
The stats are grim. Field goals are at an all-time high, with 277 made through the first two weeks. This is not what the game was meant to be – a battle of kickers rather than a clash of titans. Touchdowns, on the other hand, are at their lowest level since 2017.
The Giants suffered a heartbreaking loss, scoring three touchdowns while holding their opponent to zero, only to come up short. It’s a rare feat, only accomplished once before in NFL history. Meanwhile, the Panthers are struggling, with a -60 point differential that has them reeling.
In a shocking turn of events, Sam Darnold is leading his team to victory, throwing a 97-yard touchdown pass in Week 2. It’s a stark contrast to the struggles of other quarterbacks, including Patrick Mahomes, Peyton Manning, and Dan Marino.
Survivor pools are also taking a hit, with the biggest favorites of both Week 1 and Week 2 losing. It’s a rare occurrence, last seen in 1980. Joe Burrow, meanwhile, is struggling, with a 1-9 record in the first two weeks of the season.
The Bengals are a puzzle, losing to the Patriots at home before going toe-to-toe with the Chiefs on the road. Is it Joe Burrow or Zach Taylor to blame? And what’s going on with the Bears’ offensive line, which put on a dismal display in their latest game?
As the season wears on, fans will have to come to terms with their team’s shortcomings. For some, it’s a harsh reality check. For others, it’s a glimmer of hope that things might turn around. One thing is certain – it’s going to be a long season for many NFL fans.
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