The NFL season is well underway and Week 8 saw the lowest scoring output since 2014. With only a total of 441 points scored, it was the lowest scoring week since Week 17 of the 2014 season when only 437 points were scored.
The lack of scoring was due to several factors, including the fact that many of the games were close. Six of the 16 games were decided by three points or less, and two were decided by one point. This meant that teams had to rely on their defense to win, rather than their offense.
Another factor was the weather. Several games were played in cold and wet conditions, which can make it difficult for offenses to move the ball. This was especially true in the game between the Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks, which was played in a driving rainstorm.
The low scoring output also had an impact on fantasy football players. With so few points scored, it was difficult for players to get the production they needed from their players. This could have been especially frustrating for those who had invested heavily in high-scoring teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or New Orleans Saints.
It remains to be seen if this trend will continue in future weeks, but it is clear that defenses are playing a bigger role in this season than they have in recent years. With so many close games, it appears that teams are relying more on their defense to win games rather than their offense. This could be a sign of things to come as the season progresses.
