XANDAMERE’S SHOWDOWN SLANT ::
Somehow we’re already in Week 10 and I’m already dreading the end of NFL season. But, here we are, and the week starts with the Colts visiting the Titans for a 48.5 total game with Tennessee favored by two points. 
We’ll start with the Indianapolis running game. The Colts want to be a run-heavy team, ranked 22nd in situation-neutral pass rate and only throwing 44% of the time when they have a lead of at least a touchdown, but they are one of the most game script sensitive teams . . .

Game Overview ::

By HILOW >>

Surprisingly, the Giants set up well to dictate the flow of this game, which likely means a slow, grind-it-out game entering the fourth quarterKey members of the Eagles’ offense likely to returnNot a ton to love from a likeliest scenario standpoint, with little chance at a tributary game flow to develop with how conservative the Giants have been

How Philadelphia Will Try To Win ::

The Eagles have stubbornly maintained their offensive game plan this season through all the struggles with healthy (or lack thereof) personnel and regardless of matchup. Does the opponent . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

The Packers set up well to control this game against one of the NFL's bottom-tier teamsThe Jags are going to have to maneuver a difficult obstacle course to keep pace in this oneThe Packers are the largest favorite on the slate, and should be able to pull away steadily from the start of this gameNothing in this game approaches "roster lock" territory, but there are certainly some pieces to consider

How Green Bay Will Try To Win ::

Since the start of last year, only the Chiefs (20 wins) and Ravens (20 wins . . .

Game Overview ::

By HILOW >>

Almost two and a half minutes of missing possession time (Detroit struggles to get off the field on defense while Washington struggles with turnovers)Balanced (and spread) offense for Detroit, with a tight range of expected pass attempts for Matthew StaffordConcentrated (but low upside) offense for Washington with Alex Smith at quarterbackOverall not a ton to like from this game

How Washington Will Try To Win ::

Washington has maintained their aggressive nature on offense paired with their lockdown secondary on defense. Their cornerbacks have allowed the lowest overall QBR in coverage this season, with . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

The Browns have not made any secret about how they want to win. They're best equipped to win on the ground...and that's a great way to attack Houston.The Texans have not made any secret about how they want to win. They're best equipped to win through the air...and that's a great way to attack Cleveland.The Browns should win this game, but that doesn't necessarily mean they'll control it throughout.One side of the ball has some plays that could yield big fantasy scores, but . . .

Game Overview ::

By HILOW >>

Bucs should have no problem picking apart a defense playing the highest rate of zone coverage in the league; almost more importantly, the Panthers should be able to keep pressure on the Bucs to remain aggressiveMany, many mouths to feed on offense for the Bucs; concentrated offense for the PanthersExpect both teams to lean pass-heavy, with emphasis on short-intermediate work for each sidePossibly the top value on the slate comes from this game, with Christian McCaffrey looking doubtful

How Tampa Bay Will Try To Win ::

Tom Brady and the Buccaneers likely have . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

The Raiders are set in their ways when it comes to how they want to win games...even when the game in question calls for them to attack in a different wayThe Broncos don't have a difficult matchup here, but they are capable of turning soft matchups into difficult spots for their offenseThere isn't much "certainty" in this one, in terms of targeting elite DFS scores; but that doesn't mean this game should be written off altogether

How Las Vegas Will Try To Win ::

There is plenty to like about Jon . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

The Bills and Cardinals should play to a high-scoring game...though while this game could very clearly/easily pop, there are more risks in this game than the field is likely to assumeEach team's plan of attack is fairly straightforward and easy to figure outThis game environment as a whole is attractive...but uncovering individual plays to isolate is less straightforward

How Buffalo Will Try To Win ::

One week after the Bills played the Seahawks (and three weeks after the Cardinals played the Seahawks), Bills vs Cardinals will battle Seahawks vs Rams . . .

Game Overview ::

By Hilow >>

Steelers defensive front likely to control this game, which should filter volume to the Steelers ground attack and Bengals air attackLikeliest tributary would revolve around Big Ben and his ability to suit up, but the game plan for the Steelers is unlikely to change in that scenario; this would, however, affect the expected drive success rate for the Steelers enough to warrant mention (not enough for a full tributaries breakdown)Expect both teams to fall short of their season average in plays run from scrimmage, making the ancillary pieces of each team negligible

How . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

If you think 2020 is a cursed year, try being the 49ersThe Saints have some similar philosophies to the 49ers...but they are much healthier, and are much better-equipped to succeed in this spotThe 49ers are going to have a difficult time keeping pace, and the Saints should be content to gradually grab and extend a leadThis strange slate rolls on, with a bit to like in this game, but nothing to really fall in love with

How San Francisco Will Try To Win ::

If you think 2020 has been a cursed year . . .

Game Overview ::

By JM >>

Seattle faces their toughest challenge of the season: taking on a Rams defense that forces the shallowest aDOT and has allowed the fewest passing touchdowns; the Rams like to force opponents to march the field, and Seattle likes to pick up chunk gainsSeattle also allows chunk gains...but the Rams are best equipped to win games by putting together drivesOne way or another, this game is likely to be close and high-scoring; but given the price tags and expected ownership on this spot, that doesn't necessarily make it the automatic slam-dunk . . .

XANDAMERE’S SHOWDOWN SLANT ::
Sunday night brings us my two least favorite teams to play in Showdown as the Ravens visit the Patriots. The game is currently sitting at a 43.5 total with the visiting Ravens touchdown favorites over the Patriots, who are fresh off of almost losing to the Jets. The reason these teams are my least favorite teams in Showdown is that it’s so damn hard to figure out where the ball is going. Your style may differ and you could certainly argue that a game like this is fantastic for tournaments, but personally, I like . . .

XANDAMERE’S SHOWDOWN SLANT ::
Week 10 wraps up with the Vikings visiting the Bears. The game has a low 43.5 total with the Vikings favored by a field goal. Vegas expects a relatively low-scoring slugfest here. 
The Minnesota backfield has been the Dalvin Cook show as he has absolutely smashed the past couple of weeks. We know that Minnesota wants to run as much as they can. Kirk Cousins has only attempted 30 or more passes twice this season, and he threw a combined 34 passes in the last two games while Dalvin went absolutely nuclear; this is . . .