(S6) - Ultimus Week

[Bwestfield]

Robbed: Write about why a team that failed to make the playoffs should have over somebody else. Can be completed at any point

I will be talking about a team that failed to make the playoffs but probably should have. The Baltimore Hawks. The Hawks seem to find a way to hurt themselves late in the season every year. They are an amazing team with lots of talent and could and should be reaching the playoffs every year. This year the lost their last two games and the wraiths won their last two which gave the wraiths a half game advantage and a playoff berth. The competition in the NSFC is fierce and any team could make it at any given point. The last few years the Yeti have imploded. But after a good draft and some good free agent acquisitions they could be primed to make a run to the playoffs as well. The Hawks in my opinion missed out on the playoffs by a single point during the season. Their last matchup with the Liberty. The lost by 1 single point and that could have not only given them a playoff berth but also the number 1 seed in the division. With great weapons in Trey Willie, Avon Blocksdale, and Owen taylor on offense they can turn that around in a hurry. I think just one or two more playmakers on this team make them a playoff contender year after year despite the competitiveness of the division.

Championship Game Recap: Do a recap of the best play from the championship game. Must be completed after the Championship Game

How could any other play other than the play by Josh Garden be the play of the game. This guy ran 102 yards passed all of the otters special teams players, running left, dodging right, shedding tackles all the way for a touchdown which brought them within 3 points of a tie. The crowd instantly jumps up with such enthusiasm. The Liberty are now a single touchdown away and it really would have made the difference. The Liberty were rolling there at the end as well. They made it all the way down to the 1 yard line. It was a drop by Josh Garden that sealed their fate. The guy who brought them so close and within a couple feet of Ultimus victory and ultimate dethronement of the Orange County Otters. So for the Liberty and other teams it was the 102 kickoff return touchdown that was just so beautiful to see, but for the Orange County Otters and their fans it was the endzone drop by the same player who gave them a victory and a real rolling dynasty in the NSFL. Either way all fans are looking at Josh Garden either with joy or scorn. Josh Garden may not be the MVP of the game but he is the MVP of our hearts.

Unsung Hero:Who was the unsung hero of the playoffs, convince us. (Can be completed after the Ultimus game)

Bradley Madlad. He hit every single one of his extra points and field goals. In the first playoff game he was able to kick 3 extra points and all 3 of his field goals. If any of those fields goals were missed you would be looking at overtime. The cats played an excellent game and could easily have come away with an overtime win had it come to that. Madlad had also punted 11 times pinning them back into their own 20 only once. While punting is not his strong suit you can see that he is easily a remarkable player kicking the ball. In the Ultimus game he made both of his 2 extra points and all 3 of his field goals. He was even able to hit a 55 yard field goal with 10 seconds left in the second quarter. The pressure was on but it did not affect him whatsoever. He also punted 7 times that game with one falling inside the 20 again. He did everything he could have. He may need to work on his punting a bit but as long as he keeps putting those field goals in like he has he will always have a job.

Sit-down with a fan:Answer questions for an interview from a player that is not your own. You must answer at least four questions and at least three must relate to the league in some way. Link to the interviewers PT to receive credit. NOTE: THEY MUST POST THE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR YOU TO GET CREDIT. (Can be completed at any point)

1. Yes or No. Bradley Westfield has played his entire career as a member of the Orange County Otters. During that time, you has amassed 455 receptions, 8413 receiving yards, an 18.49 yard per reception average, and 63 touchdowns. All of these are impressive numbers especially coming from a player that was drafted in the 13th round of the inaugural S1 draft. During your career, you have been the top 10 in receiving yards every single season and have led all receivers twice. There’s no arguing that any team would be ecstatic to add you to their roster. Would you ever consider playing for another team in the NSFL?

I think about it all the time. I am a huge fan of parity within the league. I can't say for certain that it will ever happen but the idea is there.

2. Obviously, you are going to put your team mates first. That’s just the type of player you seem to be. Let’s forget about Orange County for just a minute here. If you had to pick, who would say is your favorite offensive and defensive players in the National Simulation Football league are?

Offensive player would be Damian Kroetch, the dude is a monster
Defensive players would be Antoine Delacour, he can do anything on the field

3. With your 3rd consecutive championship in the books and looking ahead and seeing no real threat in the ASFC next season, do you ever think to yourself that it’s just too easy?

It's never easy. Every year is just as hard as the last. It is really nice to have those championships but we worked hard for every single one.

4. Can you suggest a local beer in your area that you think everyone should try at least once?

Ellicottville brewing company makes an excellent oatmeal stout.