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In Week 15 of the NFL season, the Los Angeles Rams secured a narrow victory over the San Francisco 49ers, while standout performances were highlighted by Lamar Jackson's five-touchdown game for the Ravens and Davante Adams' explosive outing for the Jets. The week was filled with critical moments as teams jostled for playoff positioning and evaluated their rosters for the future. Key takeaways included impressive performances from aging quarterbacks and the ongoing struggles of teams like the Giants and 49ers.
- Lamar Jackson's five-touchdown performance re-establishes him as an MVP candidate.
- Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers rekindled their connection, showcasing their potential.
- The Rams are on a three-game winning streak and are in playoff contention.
Lamar Jackson | QB
Breakout
Week 15
236 pass yards
5 pass TDs
0- Tied a career high with five touchdown passes.
- Demonstrated MVP-caliber performance.
Davante Adams | WR
Breakout
Week 15
9 receptions
12 targets
198 rec yards
2 rec TDs
- Had a standout game with nine receptions for 198 yards and two touchdowns.
- Showed chemistry with Aaron Rodgers reminiscent of their time in Green Bay.
Aaron Rodgers | QB
Breakout
Week 15
45 rush yards
289 pass yards
3 pass TDs
- Passed for 289 yards and three touchdowns.
- Led the team in rushing yards, showing surprising mobility for his age.
Cooper Rush | QB
Pickup
Week 15
250 pass yards
3 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Achieved his first career game with three touchdown passes.
- Showed resilience after a tough previous game.
Jerome Ford | RB
Breakout
Week 15
42 rec yards
62 rush yards
- Recorded 104 scrimmage yards with a 62-yard touchdown run.
- Had his first 100-yard game of the season.
Puka Nacua | WR
Breakout
Week 15
- Contributed significantly to the Rams' offense during their winning streak.
New York Jets
- Finally showcased the potential of their offense with Rodgers and Adams.
- Need to improve clock management to secure wins.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- Need to prioritize secondary improvements in the offseason.
- Mac Jones showed improvement but needs to limit mistakes.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Defense showed promise but must be tested against stronger offenses.
- Patrick Mahomes' injury raises concerns for future games.
Cleveland Browns
- Quarterback situation remains uncertain with Winston's struggles.
- Need to evaluate young talent as they are out of playoff contention.
Baltimore Ravens
- Dominated the Giants and need to carry momentum into rivalry game against Steelers.
- Jackson's performance solidifies his MVP candidacy.
New York Giants
- Struggling with injuries and performance, now on a nine-game losing streak.
- Positioned for a potential top draft pick.
Dallas Cowboys
- Showed resilience after a tough loss, still in playoff contention.
- Rico Dowdle's performance indicates a strong run game.
Carolina Panthers
- Need to reassess quarterback situation after Young's turnovers.
- Defensive strategies need improvement against top receivers.
Los Angeles Rams
- On a three-game winning streak and in playoff contention.
- Need to improve early game performance.
San Francisco 49ers
- Playoff hopes are dimming; need to evaluate roster for future.
- Injuries and performance issues need addressing.