05-14-2018, 07:38 AM
(This post was last modified: 05-14-2018, 09:46 AM by ItsJustBarry.)
Robbed: The team that was robbed the most this season would have to be the New Orleans Second Line. They were less than 3 minutes away from a playoff berth before trash kicker Dean Jackson hit a short field goal to put the Arizona Outlaws up by a single point. For a team that has had to overcome so much during its short life in the league, it’s a good sign when this team is a mere point away from a playoff berth. To be honest, any 2nd seed in the ASFC was going to be a sub .400 trash team so we may as well let the team that has struggled the most get their few minutes in the spotlight. Instead, they lose their week 14 matchup, and not only get robbed of the playoffs, but also end up dead last in their conference again. On the plus side, the New Orleans Second Line does have a brighter future with the majority of their players being younger than the league average. This should prevent them from being robbed in the future as we head in to S8. If S8 is not their season, then S9 should be no issue for them to overtake the conference. (205)
New Talent: What is the trade that will have the biggest impact in the playoffs? It would have to be the trade that sent defensive line juggernaut Arbin Asipi Jr to the Yellowknife Wraiths for Egor Medved and a meager 3rd round pick. I mean, what can be said about Arbin Asipi Jr. that he hasn’t already said about himself? This man is the self proclaimed best player in the National Simulation Football League and I don’t think anyone is willing to dispute that. This is the man that is tied for 84th place in tackles, 18th place in tackles for loss, did not force a fumble or recover a fumble forced by a team mate, and tied for 68th place in sacks leaguewide. With this kind of production, the Yellowknife Wraiths should be able to coast through the playoffs and secure the first ultimus trophy for the NSFC. Although we all know it’s not team first when speaking of Arbin Asipi Jr. Many would speculate he is in pursuit of another championship in any manner he thinks he can acquire one and his thoughts are that the Wraiths give him the best shot at adding some new hardware to old tarnished trophy case. (202)
Playoff Predictions: The predictions this season are maybe the easiest of any season thus far. I will start with the ASFC matchup between the Arizona Outlaws vs. the Orange County Otters. These 2 teams have now met in the playoffs an amazing 6 times with Arizona holding a slight edge in those meetings boasting a 3-2 record. Unfortunately, this isn’t the Outlaw team everyone remembers from the early days of the seasons. No, not only have many veteran players been trashed, literally, even some of their staple difference makers have moved on to greener (colder) pastures. While OC won both meeting in the regular season, they average margin on victory was only 10. My predictions is not only will the Otters secure another Ultimus appearance, but they will do it in dominating fashion winning by at least 18 points. For the NSFC, this is another easy pick as we see the Philadelphia Liberty head to the frozen tundra of Yellowknife for another quick departure from the playoff picture. If the week 14 matchup was any indication of how this game will go, we are in for an abysmal showcase. The former self-proclaimed winningest team gets sent home on the losing end of a 35-17 game. (203)
Matchup Nightmares: The biggest matchup nightmare would have to be defensive end Arbin Asipi Jr. vs. the robotic offensive line of the Philadelphia Liberty. If the Liberty want to have any shot of keeping the defensive line beast off of their quarterback this game, double teams and triple teams will obviously be likely. It shouldn’t even be fair to let this monster Asipi Jr. of the field with such weak mortals and poorly designed bots. With his moderate work ethic, minimal attention to detail, and overall lack of discipline, he is every locker rooms worst nightmare. But come game time, you’ll be happy he’s on your side. He racked up 23 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, and a single sack he added to his stat sheet way back in week 1 while securing a slim victory of the New Orleans Second Line. But all that is regular season which is in the rear view mirror now. Records are reset to 0-0 and Asipi Jr. plays his best when the games matter most. One thing is for sure, he will do anything to secure his team a championship. And when his team isn’t the clear favorite, fret not. He will orchestrate an opportunity to join the front runner team as he is back-packed through the playoffs. (213)
New Talent: What is the trade that will have the biggest impact in the playoffs? It would have to be the trade that sent defensive line juggernaut Arbin Asipi Jr to the Yellowknife Wraiths for Egor Medved and a meager 3rd round pick. I mean, what can be said about Arbin Asipi Jr. that he hasn’t already said about himself? This man is the self proclaimed best player in the National Simulation Football League and I don’t think anyone is willing to dispute that. This is the man that is tied for 84th place in tackles, 18th place in tackles for loss, did not force a fumble or recover a fumble forced by a team mate, and tied for 68th place in sacks leaguewide. With this kind of production, the Yellowknife Wraiths should be able to coast through the playoffs and secure the first ultimus trophy for the NSFC. Although we all know it’s not team first when speaking of Arbin Asipi Jr. Many would speculate he is in pursuit of another championship in any manner he thinks he can acquire one and his thoughts are that the Wraiths give him the best shot at adding some new hardware to old tarnished trophy case. (202)
Playoff Predictions: The predictions this season are maybe the easiest of any season thus far. I will start with the ASFC matchup between the Arizona Outlaws vs. the Orange County Otters. These 2 teams have now met in the playoffs an amazing 6 times with Arizona holding a slight edge in those meetings boasting a 3-2 record. Unfortunately, this isn’t the Outlaw team everyone remembers from the early days of the seasons. No, not only have many veteran players been trashed, literally, even some of their staple difference makers have moved on to greener (colder) pastures. While OC won both meeting in the regular season, they average margin on victory was only 10. My predictions is not only will the Otters secure another Ultimus appearance, but they will do it in dominating fashion winning by at least 18 points. For the NSFC, this is another easy pick as we see the Philadelphia Liberty head to the frozen tundra of Yellowknife for another quick departure from the playoff picture. If the week 14 matchup was any indication of how this game will go, we are in for an abysmal showcase. The former self-proclaimed winningest team gets sent home on the losing end of a 35-17 game. (203)
Matchup Nightmares: The biggest matchup nightmare would have to be defensive end Arbin Asipi Jr. vs. the robotic offensive line of the Philadelphia Liberty. If the Liberty want to have any shot of keeping the defensive line beast off of their quarterback this game, double teams and triple teams will obviously be likely. It shouldn’t even be fair to let this monster Asipi Jr. of the field with such weak mortals and poorly designed bots. With his moderate work ethic, minimal attention to detail, and overall lack of discipline, he is every locker rooms worst nightmare. But come game time, you’ll be happy he’s on your side. He racked up 23 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, and a single sack he added to his stat sheet way back in week 1 while securing a slim victory of the New Orleans Second Line. But all that is regular season which is in the rear view mirror now. Records are reset to 0-0 and Asipi Jr. plays his best when the games matter most. One thing is for sure, he will do anything to secure his team a championship. And when his team isn’t the clear favorite, fret not. He will orchestrate an opportunity to join the front runner team as he is back-packed through the playoffs. (213)
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