In an exhilarating Week 10 of the NFL, standout performances from various players highlighted the significance of speed and skill on the field. The Indianapolis Colts’ Jonathan Taylor filled up highlight reels last week with an 83-yard sprint to the end zone. This electrifying play greatly increased his team’s win probability. At the same time, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert showed poise and precision in his first playoff game, guiding his team past the Pittsburgh Steelers. This week was a week for the rookies to show off their speed and elusiveness, leading to three different rookies setting records in the league.
Jonathan Taylor’s standout performance not only contributed to the Colts’ victory but demonstrated his explosive ability as a ball carrier. The running back accrued 78 rushing yards over his baseline projection. His amazing touchdown run boosted his team’s win probability by 30.5 percentage points, raising it to a very nice 83.5%! On that play, Taylor recorded a blistering top speed of 20.43 mph. This miraculous play made him one of the fastest ball carriers in Week 10.
“When I bounced to the outside, there’s no lack of trust, it’s just hit the edge full speed,” – Jonathan Taylor
Herbert’s Efficiency Fuels Chargers Victory
Justin Herbert put on a masterclass of elite quarterback play in the Chargers’ Week 11 stampede over the Steelers. The young quarterback was the fastest at getting the ball out – an average of only 2.21 seconds – which is the lowest average of his career. This newfound efficiency lit a fire under the Steelers’ D. It allowed Herbert to spread the ball around effortlessly and keep the Ducks in control for most of the contest. His performance serves as a vivid reminder to the public about the need for quick decision-making in high-pressure situations.
The Chargers’ victory was bolstered by a strong defensive showing, but Herbert’s ability to connect with his receivers consistently played a crucial role in securing the win. The team now looks forward to building on this momentum as they continue their pursuit of a playoff spot.
Rookies Take Center Stage
This week was groundbreaking for rookie players. We’ve seen both TreVeyon Henderson and Kyle Williams reach some impressive speeds on their respective scoring plays. Henderson clocked a blinding 22.01 mph on a 55-yard touchdown gallop. That performance set the standard for the fastest time by a rookie all year. On another run, a 69-yard touchdown, he reached 21.38 mph.
Kyle Williams streaked down the field on his 72-yard touchdown reception, registering the fastest speed of the game at 21.78 mph. This stunning performance now stands as the second-fastest time of any rookie in 2023. These performances foreshadow great things from this year’s rookie class and their game changing abilities, as we see more to come in the 2020 NFL season.
Nahshon Wright prepared for an otherworldly performance by running a ridiculous 71 yards to run Devin Singletary out of bounds. On the other hand, Jaquan Brisker left his impact with the longest tackle of Week 10, going for a whopping 95 yards.
Improbable Plays Define Week 10
This week was also peppered with plenty of improbable plays, some of the most improbably ever recorded. Dak Prescott threw a damn near perfect dot to Jalen Tolbert. With an estimated completion probability of just 7.2%, it instantly turned into one of the most surprising catches of the entire season! Daniel Jones to Alec Pierce for a touchdown 15% catch probability — stunning against the odds! This incredible play set a new Colts TD pass low for catch probability.
Davis Mills grabbed a big share of the headlines with an incredible game-winning touchdown run of his own. He clocked an astonishing 19.5 mph on only a 14-yard run to take his team to glory. This week, the combination of speed and skill has captivated fans across the world. Incredible teams are breaking records, setting the stage for even more incredible showdowns to come!
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