Week 11 of the Ultimate Strat Fan Football League brought more action and excitement as the teams rounded into the home stretch before the playoffs. The Seattle Seahawks remain dominant in the NFC West, boasting a perfect 10-0 record and a league-leading 10-game winning streak. In the NFC East, the Dallas Cowboys lead with a strong 9-1 record and a five-game winning streak, while the Jacksonville Jaguars top the AFC South at 8-2, having gone undefeated in divisional matchups. The New Orleans Saints also hold an impressive 8-2 record in the NFC South.
On the other end, the Arizona Cardinals and the New York NFC Giants are struggling at 2-9, with Arizona enduring a brutal nine-game losing streak. The Las Vegas Raiders, at 2-9, have a four-game losing streak in the AFC West.
AFC East
The Miami Dolphins lead the AFC East with a solid 7-3 record, riding a two-game winning streak. In Week 11, Miami showcased their dominance in a 40-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Tua Tagovailoa passed for 291 yards and two touchdowns, while the defense contributed two pick-sixes, courtesy of Xavien Howard and DeShon Elliott.
The New England Patriots (6-4) sit behind Miami but suffered a setback with a narrow loss. The Buffalo Bills (6-5) kept their playoff hopes alive with a dramatic 22-21 win over the New York Jets. Josh Allen’s clutch touchdown to Gabe Davis in the fourth quarter sealed the comeback victory. The Jets (2-8) continue to struggle, showing flashes of promise but failing to capitalize, as evidenced by Breece Hall’s impressive 143 rushing yards in the loss.
AFC North
The Cleveland Browns (6-4) top the division after a 19-16 win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jerome Ford’s 113 receiving yards and Joe Flacco’s steady passing led Cleveland to victory, despite a late surge by Pittsburgh.
The Baltimore Ravens (6-5) edged the Cincinnati Bengals 16-13 in a defensive battle. Lamar Jackson threw a key touchdown to Zay Flowers, while Justin Tucker’s three field goals secured the win. Meanwhile, Cincinnati (5-5) showed grit but fell short despite strong special teams play.
Pittsburgh (3-7) and their divisional woes continued, while the Bengals’ loss dropped them to .500, leaving the division tightly contested.
AFC South
The Jacksonville Jaguars (8-2) maintain their lead in the AFC South after a thrilling 34-31 overtime victory against the Tennessee Titans. Trevor Lawrence passed for 371 yards, and the team rallied from a 28-10 deficit to secure the win. Christian Kirk’s 48-yard touchdown sparked the comeback.
The Houston Texans (7-3) remain in contention after a 34-19 win over the Arizona Cardinals. C.J. Stroud’s 350 passing yards and four touchdowns highlighted the Texans’ offensive prowess. Tennessee (4-6) fought valiantly but could not contain Jacksonville’s late-game heroics. The Indianapolis Colts (2-8) sit at the bottom of the division despite showing flashes of potential in recent games.
AFC West
The Denver Broncos (7-3) lead the AFC West, powered by Russell Wilson’s exceptional Week 11 performance. Wilson threw for 380 yards and five touchdowns in a 41-24 rout of the Minnesota Vikings. Courtland Sutton was the star, with 196 receiving yards and five touchdowns.
The Kansas City Chiefs (6-4) claimed a 29-22 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in a hard-fought battle. Patrick Mahomes passed for 193 yards and added two rushing touchdowns, while Isiah Pacheco contributed 115 rushing yards and two scores.
The Los Angeles Chargers (6-4) fell to Green Bay 34-25 despite Justin Herbert’s two touchdown passes. The Las Vegas Raiders (2-9) endured another tough loss against Miami, extending their losing streak to four games.
NFC East
The Dallas Cowboys (9-1) continued their dominance with a commanding 34-6 win over the Carolina Panthers. Dak Prescott passed for 209 yards, and Jourdan Lewis returned an interception 53 yards for a touchdown. Dallas’ five-game winning streak has solidified their lead in the NFC East.
The Philadelphia Eagles (3-7) dropped their fourth consecutive game, losing to Kansas City. Despite two touchdown passes from Jalen Hurts, the Eagles’ defense struggled to contain Mahomes and Pacheco. Washington (3-8) secured a 27-24 win over the New York Giants, with Sam Howell’s 253 passing yards and two touchdowns leading the way. The Giants (2-9) continue their downward spiral.
NFC North
The Detroit Lions (7-3) lead the NFC North, but their six-game winning streak came to an end in a 20-6 loss to the Chicago Bears. David Montgomery’s two rushing touchdowns provided Detroit’s only bright spots. The Green Bay Packers (6-4) remain in the hunt after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers. Jordan Love threw for 302 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his growth.
Minnesota (4-7) battled Denver but fell short despite Josh Dobbs’ three touchdown passes. Chicago (2-9) pulled off an upset, but their playoff chances remain slim.
NFC South
The New Orleans Saints (8-2) retained their hold on the NFC South with another win, while the Atlanta Falcons (5-5) stayed competitive with a victory. Tampa Bay (4-6) fought valiantly in a 29-23 overtime loss to San Francisco. Carolina (3-7) fell to Dallas, continuing their struggles this season.
NFC West
The Seattle Seahawks (10-0) extended their perfect season with a 30-19 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Geno Smith passed for 264 yards, while Kenneth Walker III’s rushing touchdown sealed the win.
The San Francisco 49ers (9-1) outlasted Tampa Bay in overtime. Brock Purdy passed for 332 yards and two touchdowns, while Christian McCaffrey rushed for 102 yards. Arizona (2-9) remains at the bottom of the division, enduring their ninth straight loss.
Game of the Week
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans (34-31 OT).
Jaguars vs. Titans is this week’s Game of the Week. This game not only reinforced Jacksonville’s lead in the AFC South (8-2) but also demonstrated their resilience with a massive fourth-quarter comeback. With Tennessee leading 28-10 late in the third quarter, Trevor Lawrence’s 371-yard passing performance and Christian Kirk’s electrifying 48-yard touchdown sparked a rally. Jacksonville’s win solidified their stronghold on the division and kept them in contention for a top seed in the AFC playoffs. Tennessee, on the other hand, missed a critical opportunity to climb closer to the playoff picture, falling to 4-6.
Top Performers
Quarterbacks
- Russell Wilson (Denver): 380 yards, 5 touchdowns
- Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville): 371 yards, 1 touchdown
- C.J. Stroud (Houston): 350 yards, 4 touchdowns
Running Backs
- Kyren Williams (Los Angeles NFC): 183 yards
- Derrick Henry (Tennessee): 178 yards, 1 touchdown
- Isiah Pacheco (Kansas City): 115 yards, 2 touchdowns
Wide Receivers
- Courtland Sutton (Denver): 196 yards, 5 touchdowns
- Deebo Samuel (San Francisco): 131 yards
- Christian Kirk (Jacksonville): 109 yards, 1 touchdown
Defensive Highlights
- Interceptions: Devon Witherspoon (Seattle), Sauce Gardner (New York AFC), and K’Von Wallace (Tennessee) each recorded two interceptions.
- Pick-Sixes: Jourdan Lewis (Dallas) and Xavien Howard (Miami) returned interceptions for touchdowns.
Playoff Picture
AFC Playoff Picture
- Jacksonville Jaguars (8-2) – AFC South Leader
- Miami Dolphins (7-3) – AFC East Leader
- Denver Broncos (7-3) – AFC West Leader
- Cleveland Browns (6-4) – AFC North Leader
- Houston Texans (7-3) – Wild Card
- Kansas City Chiefs (6-4) – Wild Card
- Buffalo Bills (6-5) – Wild Card
Teams in contention:
- New England Patriots (6-4)
- Baltimore Ravens (6-5)
NFC Playoff Picture
- Seattle Seahawks (10-0) – NFC West Leader
- Dallas Cowboys (9-1) – NFC East Leader
- Detroit Lions (7-3) – NFC North Leader
- New Orleans Saints (8-2) – NFC South Leader
- San Francisco 49ers (9-1) – Wild Card
- Green Bay Packers (6-4) – Wild Card
- Atlanta Falcons (5-5) – Wild Card
Teams in contention:
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-6)
- Minnesota Vikings (4-7)
Week 11 Summary
Week 11 showcased thrilling finishes, dominant performances, and pivotal games in the playoff race. Division leaders like Seattle and Jacksonville solidified their standings, while stars like Russell Wilson and Courtland Sutton delivered remarkable performances. The league remains competitive as teams push for postseason glory.
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