Statistical look at the last two games

by bengaljohnboy on Dec 20, 2011 2:47 PM EST

The Cardinals defense allows 240.6 yds passing and 117.4 yds rushing per game, both of which are much more than the Bengals average. If we eliminate the turnovers, we should be able to generate more offense than our 22 pts/game average. The Cardinals offense generates 218.1 yds passing and 102.5 yds rushing per game. That is slightly more passing yds than our defense allows (214.4) but more rushing yards (99.6). Statistically this game is a win, but if we play down to our opponent again like we did against the Rams or a T.J. Yates-led Texans team, I'm not so sure.

As for the Ravens, both their offenese and defense have a more than 30yd disadvantages difference as compared to the Bengals. Although we outgunned them in Baltimore, we lost the turnover battle -2 despite Ray Lewis on the sidelines. If there is ever the need for homefield advantage and the win-to-get-in pressure of the playoffs, we need the boost!

On paper we should finish the last two games 1-1 but I can see this team actually getting two wins if we stop shooting ourselves in the foot. I'll let someone else analyze the Jets, since I don't really care...

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This will be a tough game, since we both matchup so well.

Our biggest concern I believe will be getting pressure on their QB often, something which we have gotten away from.

by redrifle14 on Dec 20, 2011 5:25 PM EST reply actions

Skelton looked good against the Brownies

He seemed to have all day to throw though,and from what i understand he’s pretty mobile also.
I’m more worried about the Cards than the Ravens,maybe just becuse we have already seen if we take care of the ball we can play with the Ravens,and SD exposed there defense,i could see Baltimore not winning again this year

"A team is more than a group of individuals,its a group of individuals that come together to make a team"

by keithp on Dec 21, 2011 8:25 AM EST reply actions

It looks like it will be Kolb

"If we always agree, one of us is not necessary"

by JUNGLEJOHN on Dec 22, 2011 8:04 AM EST up reply actions

2 for 2?

1st – We get the win over the Cards.

2nd – If the Ravens are still fighting for the division crown it really hurts because they won’t be able to rest their starters. It means we will really need to play hard and smart to beat them.

Jets – Lose to Dolphins in the last game and we take the #6 spot!

I am hopeful that the Giants win this Sunday cause they have everything to gain by winning out!

I represent the Bengals of Cincinnati with extreme passion and prejudice and make no apologies for it!

by Law1951 on Dec 21, 2011 1:28 PM EST reply actions