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Philadelphia Eagles | NFC East

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Head Coach: Nick Sirianni (4th season)

Key Additions:

• Saquon Barkley (RB)
• Devin White (LB)
• Kellen Moore (Offensive Coordinator)
• Vic Fangio (Defensive Coordinator)
• CJ Gardner-Johnson (S)
• Bryce Huff (LB)

Key Departures:

• Jason Kelce (C)
• D’Andre Swift (RB)
• Hassan Reddick (LB)
• Kevin Byard (CB)
• James Bradberry (CB)
• Zach Cunningham (LB)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 11-6
• ATS Record: 7-8-2 ATS
• O/U Record: 9-8 O/U (12-5 1H O/U)
  
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 7th
• Rush EPA (offense): 4th
• Pass EPA (offense): 9th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 29th
• Rush EPA (defense): 30th
• Pass EPA (defense): 28th
  
  
• Plays per game: 7th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 18th

Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Green Bay Packers (Neutral)
• Week 2: Atlanta Falcons (Home)
• Week 3: New Orleans Saints (Away)
• Week 4: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Away)
• Week 5: BYE
• Week 6: Cleveland Browns (Home)
• Week 7: New York Giants (Away)
• Week 8: Cincinnati Bengals (Away)
• Week 9: Jacksonville Jaguars (Home)
• Week 10: Dallas Cowboys (Away)
• Week 11: Washington Commanders (Home)
• Week 12: Los Angeles Rams (Away)
• Week 13: Baltimore Ravens (Away)
• Week 14: Carolina Panthers (Home)
• Week 15: Pittsburgh Steelers (Home)
• Week 16: Washington Commanders (Away)
• Week 17: Dallas Cowboys (Home)
• Week 18: New York Giants (Home)

Commentary: After a season where their defense lagged significantly, the Eagles made substantial changes to revamp their defensive unit. With Vic Fangio stepping in as the defensive coordinator and key additions like Bryce Huff, Devin White and CJ Gardner-Johnson, the Eagles are aiming to shore up their defensive vulnerabilities. Saquon Barkley is a major boost to the offense, bringing both power and versatility. Despite losing some veteran players like Jason Kelce and James Bradberry, the Eagles’ relatively favorable schedule should provide ample opportunity to capitalize on their enhanced defensive capabilities and maintain their playoff potential. If the revamped defense can hold up, the Eagles are well-positioned to be a Super Bowl contender this season.

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New York Jets | AFC East

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Head Coach: Robert Saleh (4th season)

Key Additions:

• Mike Williams (WR)
• Tyron Smith (LT)
• Hasson Reddick (DE)
• Tyrod Taylor (QB)
• John Simpson (LG)
• Morgan Moses (RT)

Key Departures:

• C.J. Uzomah (TE)
• Duane Brown (OT)
• Jordan Whitehead (S)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 7-10
• ATS Record: 6-10-1 ATS
• O/U Record: 7-10 O/U
  
  
• 1-5 O/U in divisional games
• 2-12 1H ATS as an underdog
  
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 32nd
• Rush EPA (offense): 29th
• Pass EPA (offense): 32nd
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 3rd
• Rush EPA (defense): 9th
• Pass EPA (defense): 4th
  
  
• Plays per game: 22nd
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 5th

Season Schedule:

• Week 1: San Francisco 49ers (Away)
• Week 2: Tennessee Titans (Away)
• Week 3: New England Patriots (Home)
• Week 4: Denver Broncos (Home)
• Week 5: Minnesota Vikings (Neutral)
• Week 6: Buffalo Bills (Home)
• Week 7: Pittsburgh Steelers (Away)
• Week 8: New England Patriots (Away)
• Week 9: Houston Texans (Home)
• Week 10: Arizona Cardinals (Away)
• Week 11: Indianapolis Colts (Home)
• Week 12: BYE
• Week 13: Seattle Seahawks (Home)
• Week 14: Miami Dolphins (Away)
• Week 15: Jacksonville Jaguars (Away)
• Week 16: Los Angeles Rams (Home)
• Week 17: Buffalo Bills (Away)
• Week 18: Miami Dolphins (Home)

Commentary: With Aaron Rodgers returning, the Jets are hoping for a resurgence despite his age and recovery from a torn Achilles. Rodgers, now 41, has a solid roster of offensive weapons, including new additions like Mike Williams and Tyrod Taylor for depth. The offensive line, bolstered by Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses, should provide better protection. On defense, the Jets remain elite, with a top-ranked unit last year and new edge rusher Hasson Reddick adding further depth. It is crucial for the Jets to leverage their defensive strength and get the offense back on track. If Rodgers is even a shell of his former self, the ceiling is high for this Jets team.

Fading them in the 1H when they were underdogs was a strong angle, as they went 2-12 1H ATS in this spot.

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New York Giants | NFC East

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Head Coach: Brian Daboll (3rd season)

Key Additions:

• Devin Singletary (RB)
• Brian Burns (DE)
• Jordan Phillips (DT)
• Malik Nabers (WR) – rookie

Key Departures:

• Saquon Barkley (RB)
• Darren Waller (TE)
• Adoree Jackson (CB)
• Xavier Mckinney (S)
• Jihad Ward (DE)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 6-11
• ATS Record: 8-8-1 ATS
• O/U Record: 6-11 O/U
  
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 30th
• Rush EPA (offense): 31st
• Pass EPA (offense): 29th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 22nd
• Rush EPA (defense): 29th
• Pass EPA (defense): 12th
  
  
• Plays per game: 20th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 11th

Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Minnesota Vikings (Home)
• Week 2: Washington Commanders (Away)
• Week 3: Cleveland Browns (Away)
• Week 4: Dallas Cowboys (Home)
• Week 5: Seattle Seahawks (Away)
• Week 6: Cincinnati Bengals (Home)
• Week 7: Philadelphia Eagles (Home)
• Week 8: Pittsburgh Steelers (Away)
• Week 9: Washington Commanders (Home)
• Week 10: Carolina Panthers (Neutral)
• Week 11: BYE
• Week 12: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Home)
• Week 13: Dallas Cowboys (Away)
• Week 14: New Orleans Saints (Home)
• Week 15: Baltimore Ravens (Home)
• Week 16: Atlanta Falcons (Away)
• Week 17: Indianapolis Colts (Home)
• Week 18: Philadelphia Eagles (Away)

Commentary: The outlook for the Giants is troubling. The loss of Saquon Barkley and Darren Waller leaves significant gaps in their offensive playmaking. While the addition of Malik Nabers provides a potential bright spot, and the defensive line has some promise with Brian Burns and Jordan Phillips, we still foresee challenges ahead. Daniel Jones’ regression last year and ongoing recovery from a torn ACL further dampen optimism. Without substantial improvements, the Giants are likely to struggle in a competitive NFC East.

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New Orleans Saints | NFC South

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Head Coach: Dennis Allen (3rd season)

Key Additions:

• Chase Young (DE)
• Willie Gay (LB)
• Taliese Fuaga (OT) – rookie

Key Departures:

• Michael Thomas (WR)
• Jameis Winston (QB)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 9-8
• ATS Record: 6-10-1 ATS
• O/U Record: 6-11 O/U
  
  
• 1-5 O/U in divisional games
• 0-4 ATS vs. good teams (55% win percentage and greater)
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 14th
• Rush EPA (offense): 19th
• Pass EPA (offense): 15th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 5th
• Rush EPA (defense): 3rd
• Pass EPA (defense): 9th
  
  
• Plays per game: 4th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 16th

Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Carolina Panthers (Home)
• Week 2: Dallas Cowboys (Away)
• Week 3: Philadelphia Eagles (Home)
• Week 4: Atlanta Falcons (Away)
• Week 5: Kansas City Chiefs (Away)
• Week 6: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Home)
• Week 7: Denver Broncos (Home)
• Week 8: BYE
• Week 9: Los Angeles Chargers (Away)
• Week 10: Carolina Panthers (Away)
• Week 11: Atlanta Falcons (Home)
• Week 12: Cleveland Browns (Home)
• Week 13: Los Angeles Rams (Home)
• Week 14: New York Giants (Away)
• Week 15: Washington Commanders (Home)
• Week 16: Green Bay Packers (Away)
• Week 17: Las Vegas Raiders (Home)
• Week 18: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Away)

Commentary: The Saints have made significant upgrades to their defense with the additions of Chase Young and Willie Gay, which should make them even more formidable. However, the team faces challenges with Derek Carr leading the offense and a relatively underwhelming offensive line. While the defense will likely keep them competitive at times, the limitations on offense could prevent them from reaching any meaningful success.

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New England Patriots | AFC East

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Head Coach: Jerod Mayo (1st season)

Key Additions:

• Jerod Mayo (head coach)
• Jacoby Brissett (QB)
• Drake Maye (QB)

Key Departures:

• Bill Belichick (head coach)
• Trent Brown (LT)
• Mac Jones (QB)
• Davante Parker (WR)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 4-13
• ATS Record: 5-11-1 ATS
• O/U Record: 7-10 O/U
  
• 0-6 ATS and 0-6 O/U vs. poor teams (45% win percentage or below)
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 31st
• Rush EPA (offense): 22nd
• Pass EPA (offense): 31st
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 8th
• Rush EPA (defense): 2nd
• Pass EPA (defense): 15th
  
  
• Plays per game: 28th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 10th

2024 Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Cincinnati Bengals (Away)
• Week 2: Seattle Seahawks (Home)
• Week 3: New York Jets (Away)
• Week 4: San Francisco 49ers (Away)
• Week 5: Miami Dolphins (Home)
• Week 6: Houston Texans (Home)
• Week 7: Jacksonville Jaguars (Neutral)
• Week 8: New York Jets (Home)
• Week 9: Tennessee Titans (Away)
• Week 10: Chicago Bears (Away)
• Week 11: Los Angeles Rams (Home)
• Week 12: Miami Dolphins (Away)
• Week 13: Indianapolis Colts (Home)
• Week 14: BYE
• Week 15: Arizona Cardinals (Away)
• Week 16: Buffalo Bills (Away)
• Week 17: Los Angeles Chargers (Home)
• Week 18: Buffalo Bills (Home)

Commentary: The end of the Belichick era marks a new chapter for the Patriots, with Jerod Mayo stepping in as head coach. The Patriots’ offense was woefully inadequate last season, ranking near the bottom in nearly every key category. With the departure of Mac Jones and the addition of Jacoby Brissett and rookie Drake Maye, there is a glimmer of hope for rejuvenation, but significant improvements are needed. Despite a solid defense last season, the lack of offensive firepower and the loss of key players like Trent Brown and Davante Parker could hinder any potential progress. The Patriots will be at the bottom of the barrel fighting for a chance at the number one pick in the draft next season.

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Minnesota Vikings | NFC North

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Head Coach: Kevin O’Connell (3rd season)

Key Additions:

• Sam Darnold (QB)
• J.J McCarthy (QB) – rookie
• Aaron Jones (RB)
• Dallas Turner (DE) – rookie
• Shaq Griffin (CB)

Key Departures:

• Kirk Cousins (QB)
• Joshua Dobbs (QB)
• Alexander Mattison (RB)
• KJ Osborn (WR)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 7-10
• ATS Record: 7-7-3 ATS
• O/U Record: 7-10 O/U
  
  
• 5-1-1 ATS and 7-0 1H ATS off a win
• 0-7 O/U vs. poor teams (45% win percentage or lower)
• 0-5 O/U as a favorite
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 18th
• Rush EPA (offense): 25th
• Pass EPA (offense): 17th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 17th
• Rush EPA (defense): 17th
• Pass EPA (defense): 14th
  
  
• Plays per game: 17th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 8th

2024 Season Schedule:

• Week 1: New York Giants (Away)
• Week 2: San Francisco 49ers (Home)
• Week 3: Houston Texans (Home)
• Week 4: Green Bay Packers (Away)
• Week 5: New York Jets (Neutral)
• Week 6: BYE
• Week 7: Detroit Lions (Home)
• Week 8: Los Angeles Rams (Away)
• Week 9: Indianapolis Colts (Home)
• Week 10: Jacksonville Jaguars (Away)
• Week 11: Tennessee Titans (Away)
• Week 12: Chicago Bears (Away)
• Week 13: Arizona Cardinals (Home)
• Week 14: Atlanta Falcons (Home)
• Week 15: Chicago Bears (Home)
• Week 16: Seattle Seahawks (Away)
• Week 17: Green Bay Packers (Home)
• Week 18: Detroit Lions (Away)

Commentary: The Minnesota Vikings are poised for a significant transition in 2024, with major changes at the quarterback position following the departures of Kirk Cousins and Joshua Dobbs. The addition of Sam Darnold and rookie J.J. McCarthy brings a new dynamic to the offense, potentially revitalizing a unit that struggled with consistency last season.

Despite their 7-10 record last year, the Vikings showed flashes of promise, particularly when coming off wins, where they were 5-1-1 ATS and a perfect 7-0 in the first half against the spread.

With a solid coaching staff led by Kevin O’Connell, who is entering his third season, the Vikings are well-positioned to capitalize on their potential. If they can stay healthy and leverage their new personnel effectively, the Vikings could emerge as a competitive force in the NFC North, building on their promise from last season while overcoming the injury setbacks that plagued them.

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Miami Dolphins | AFC East

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Head Coach: Mike McDaniel (3rd season)

Key Additions:

• O’Dell Beckham Jr. (WR)
• Jonnu Smith (TE)
• Kendall Fuller (CB)
• Calais Campbell (DT)
• Teair Tart (DT)
• Jordan Poyer (S)
• Anthony Walker (LB)
• Jordyn Brooks (LB)

Key Departures:

• Xavien Howard (CB)
• Christian Wilkins (DT)
• Andrew Van Ginkel (DE)
• Deshon Elliot (S)
• Jerome Baker (LB)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 11-6
• ATS Record: 10-7 ATS
• O/U Record: 9-8 O/U
  
  
• 8-1 ATS vs. poor teams (45% and below win percentage), but 1-5 ATS vs good teams (55% and above win percentage)
• 9-2 ATS as a favorite
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 4th
• Rush EPA (offense): 5th
• Pass EPA (offense): 3rd
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 15th
• Rush EPA (defense): 14th
• Pass EPA (defense): 13th
  
  
• Plays per game: 21st
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 27th

2024 Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Jacksonville Jaguars (Home)
• Week 2: Buffalo Bills (Home)
• Week 3: Seattle Seahawks (Away)
• Week 4: Tennessee Titans (Home)
• Week 5: New England Patriots (Away)
• Week 6: BYE
• Week 7: Indianapolis Colts (Away)
• Week 8: Arizona Cardinals (Home)
• Week 9: Buffalo Bills (Away)
• Week 10: Los Angeles Rams (Away)
• Week 11: Las Vegas Raiders (Home)
• Week 12: New England Patriots (Home)
• Week 13: Green Bay Packers (Away)
• Week 14: New York Jets (Home)
• Week 15: Houston Texans (Away)
• Week 16: San Francisco 49ers (Home)
• Week 17: Cleveland Browns (Away)

Commentary: The Miami Dolphins enter the 2024 season as one of the league’s most intriguing teams, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. Under head coach Mike McDaniel, now in his third season, the Dolphins fielded an explosive offense in 2023, ranking in the top five for both passing and rushing EPA. The addition of O’Dell Beckham Jr. adds another dynamic weapon to an already potent offense, which was nearly unstoppable at times last season. We foresee plenty of shootouts this season.

However, despite their offensive firepower, the Dolphins struggled mightily against top-tier competition, as evidenced by their 1-5 ATS record against teams with a winning percentage above 55%. This inconsistency against stronger opponents highlights a key area of concern as Miami looks to cement itself as a true contender in the AFC.

Defensively, the Dolphins have undergone significant changes, including replacing DC Vic Fangio with Anthony Weaver. It will be important to see how quickly the new leadership and unit can gel and whether they can improve on last season’s middle-of-the-pack defensive rankings.

The Dolphins were particularly dominant as favorites last season, going 9-2 ATS, but their ability to perform against the league’s elite will determine whether they can make a serious playoff push in 2024.

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Los Angeles Rams | NFC West

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Head Coach: Sean McVay (8th season)

Key Additions:

• Jonah Jackson (LG)
• Tre’davious White (CB)
• Darious Williams (CB)
• Braden Fiske (DT) – rookie
• Jared Versee (DE)

Key Departures:

• Aaron Donald (DT)
• Jonah Williams (DE)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 10-7
• ATS Record: 9-6-2 ATS
• O/U Record: 9-8 O/U
  
  
• 7-2 1H ATS as a favorite
• 7-2 O/U and 8-1 1H O/U off a win
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 9th
• Rush EPA (offense): 8th
• Pass EPA (offense): 11th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 20th
• Rush EPA (defense): 13th
• Pass EPA (defense): 18th
  
  
• Plays per game: 12th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 15th

2024 Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Detroit Lions (Away)
• Week 2: Arizona Cardinals (Away)
• Week 3: San Francisco 49ers (Home)
• Week 4: Chicago Bears (Away)
• Week 5: Green Bay Packers (Home)
• Week 6: BYE
• Week 7: Las Vegas Raiders (Home)
• Week 8: Minnesota Vikings (Home)
• Week 9: Seattle Seahawks (Away)
• Week 10: Miami Dolphins (Home)
• Week 11: New England Patriots (Away)
• Week 12: Philadelphia Eagles (Home)
• Week 13: New Orleans Saints (Away)
• Week 14: Buffalo Bills (Home)
• Week 15: San Francisco 49ers (Away)
• Week 16: New York Jets (Away)
• Week 17: Arizona Cardinals (Home)
• Week 18: Seattle Seahawks (Home)

Commentary: The Los Angeles Rams exceeded expectations in 2023, showcasing the resilience and strategic acumen of head coach Sean McVay, who continues to demonstrate why he’s one of the league’s top coaches.

However, the loss of Aaron Donald, the cornerstone of their defense for years, cannot be overstated. Donald’s departure leaves a significant void in both leadership and on-field production.

Offensively, the Rams maintained a top-10 ranking in EPA/play, with a balanced attack that leaned slightly on the run. The 2024 season will be a true test of their adaptability and resilience as they navigate without their defensive superstar.

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Los Angeles Chargers | AFC West

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Head Coach: Jim Harbaugh (1st season)

Key Additions:

• Jim Harbaugh (new coach)
• J.K. Dobbins (RB)
• Will Dissly (TE)
• DJ Chark (WR)
• Bradley Bozeman (C)
• Denzel Perryman (LB)

Key Departures:

• Mike Williams (WR)
• Keenan Allen (WR)
• Austin Ekeler (RB)
• Gerald Everett (TE)
• Will Clapp (C)
• Michael Davis (CB)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 5-12
• ATS Record: 6-11 ATS
• O/U Record: 5-11-1 O/U
  
  
• 1-6 ATS as underdogs
• 1-5 ATS in divisional games
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 24th
• Rush EPA (offense): 32nd
• Pass EPA (offense): 19th
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 24th
• Rush EPA (defense): 18th
• Pass EPA (defense): 26th
  
  
• Plays per game: 8th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 2nd

2024 Season Schedule for the Los Angeles Chargers:

• Week 1: Las Vegas Raiders (Home)
• Week 2: Carolina Panthers (Away)
• Week 3: Pittsburgh Steelers (Away)
• Week 4: Kansas City Chiefs (Home)
• Week 5: BYE
• Week 6: Denver Broncos (Away)
• Week 7: Arizona Cardinals (Away)
• Week 8: New Orleans Saints (Home)
• Week 9: Cleveland Browns (Away)
• Week 10: Tennessee Titans (Home)
• Week 11: Cincinnati Bengals (Home)
• Week 12: Baltimore Ravens (Home)
• Week 13: Atlanta Falcons (Away)
• Week 14: Kansas City Chiefs (Away)
• Week 15: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Home)
• Week 16: Denver Broncos (Home)
• Week 17: New England Patriots (Away)
• Week 18: Las Vegas Raiders (Away)

Commentary: The 2024 season marks a new era for the Los Angeles Chargers as they welcome Jim Harbaugh as their head coach. Harbaugh, known for his intense coaching style and ability to turn programs around, brings hope to a franchise that struggled mightily last season. The Chargers finished 2023 with a disappointing 5-12 record, plagued by injuries, underperformance and a lack of consistency on both sides of the ball.

The departure of key offensive weapons like Mike Williams, Keenan Allen, and Austin Ekeler leaves a significant void in their offense.

Harbaugh’s arrival is expected to bring a culture shift to the team, with an emphasis on toughness and discipline. On the defensive side, the Chargers were inconsistent last season, ranking 24th in EPA/play allowed, with notable struggles in pass defense. The addition of linebacker Denzel Perryman brings some experience and leadership to the defense, which will be critical as they aim to improve upon last year’s rankings.

While Harbaugh’s coaching prowess could bring some much-needed structure and improvement, the personnel losses and the time required for a new system to take hold suggest that the Chargers might face another challenging season.

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Las Vegas Raiders | AFC West

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Head Coach: Antonio Pierce (first season as head coach, finished last season as interim)

Key Additions:

• Gardner Minshew (QB)
• Bruce Bowers (TE) – rookie
• Christian Wilkins (DT)

Key Departures:

• Jimmy Garroppolo (QB)
• Josh Jacobs (RB)
• Austin Hooper (TE)
• Marcus Peters (CB)
• Amik Robertson (CB)

Last Season’s Results and Interesting Trends (2023):

• Overall Record: 8-9
• ATS Record: 10-6-1 ATS (7-1-1 ATS when Pierce took over as interim head coach)
• O/U Record: 6-11 O/U
  
  

Last Season’s Ranks (2023):

• EPA/play (offense): 26th
• Rush EPA (offense): 23rd
• Pass EPA (offense): 23rd
  
  
• EPA/play allowed (defense): 9th
• Rush EPA (defense): 8th
• Pass EPA (defense): 11th
  
  
• Plays per game: 30th
• Seconds per snap (lowest to highest): 22nd

2024 Season Schedule:

• Week 1: Los Angeles Chargers (Away)
• Week 2: Baltimore Ravens (Away)
• Week 3: Carolina Panthers (Home)
• Week 4: Cleveland Browns (Home)
• Week 5: Denver Broncos (Away)
• Week 6: Pittsburgh Steelers (Home)
• Week 7: Los Angeles Rams (Away)
• Week 8: Kansas City Chiefs (Home)
• Week 9: Cincinnati Bengals (Away)
• Week 10: BYE
• Week 11: Miami Dolphins (Away)
• Week 12: Denver Broncos (Home)
• Week 13: Kansas City Chiefs (Away)
• Week 14: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Away)
• Week 15: Atlanta Falcons (Home)
• Week 16: Jacksonville Jaguars (Home)
• Week 17: New Orleans Saints (Away)
• Week 18: Los Angeles Chargers (Home)

Commentary: The Las Vegas Raiders overachieved under interim head coach Antonio Pierce, finishing strong with a 7-1-1 ATS record after he took over. However, the question remains whether this success is sustainable as Pierce transitions into the full-time head coaching role. The addition of Gardner Minshew at quarterback isn’t a substantial upgrade, raising concerns about the team’s ability to generate consistent offensive production. Overall, the Raiders remain a team with potential but are likely to face an uphill battle in a competitive AFC West, especially with a roster that still has its limitations. Their ability to replicate last season’s late surge will be critical in determining their success in 2024.

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