Baltimore-San Diego was a battle between two talented teams. The Chargers had a slight edge in time of possession, and gained over one hundred more total yards. Baltimore took advantage of its red zone chances (3/4), while San Diego didn't (0/5), an additional turnover and the penalty discrepancy (four compared to San Diego's whopping twelve).
In terms of numbers, Denver dominated Cleveland. Only the number of penalties went the Browns way. Denver more than doubled Cleveland in total, converted on 50% of its red zone opportunities, took care of the football, and had a slight advantage in time of possession.
I only caught the end of the Sunday night game. Wow! It was exciting to watch. A closer look at the numbers shows that both teams offensive lines dominated, only allowing three total hits between them. The Giants should have dominated this game, because they had a ten minute edge in time of possession, about 50 additional total yards, and clearly won the turnover battle. Dallas stayed close because they went four for four on red zone chances, while the Giants whiffed on their five chances.
I saw most of the fourth quarter of last night's game. The game was essentially even, terms of penalties, limited pressure on the quarterback on both sides, 100% capitalization rate in red zone chances, and turnovers (Miami's solo turnover was a desperation heave from Chad Pennington on the last play of the game.) The Dolphins had about 50 additional yards, and held the ball for over three quarters of the game! Peyton Manning made enough plays in his limited opportunities to win the game. Plus, two of their touchdowns accounted for about 40% of their yards, so the quick strikes hurt Miami.
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