10-02-2018, 05:34 PM
(This post was last modified: 10-05-2018, 01:01 PM by RedCydranth.)
Robbed:
Yellowknife Wraiths are really the only team you can logically say got robbed of a shot at the playoffs. The disparity between the Otters and the Outlaws or Sabercats is too great to make any case for how they could have been robbed of a playoff spot. Even with as bad as the Otters played the second half of the season. The Yeti have put a lot of effort so to really say that the Yeti didn't deserve their spot is a discredit to their efforts. The only argument I have for why the Wraiths should make the playoffs over the Yeti is that I felt the Wraiths overachieved while the Yeti underperformed, and it would have been nice for the effort the Wraiths made in the off season, in acquiring Tegan Atwell. The whole playoff picture could have been vastly different had the Wraiths beat the Yeti during week 13. They came close to winning that game but still fell short. It was a perfect analogy to their season. They did well, just not well enough. Then other argument that can be made in the Wraiths favor is that their final record of 8-6 is better than playoff bound Orange County's 7-7. And they beat Orange County in both of their matches, but because they're in the more competitive division, they get to sit while the Otters play another week.
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New Talent
There were 2 big trades that were made in anticipation of putting their team definitively above the rest this season. The Liberty sent Carter Bush to the Hawks so that they would be clearly better than the New Orleans Second Line, so they responded in kind, by making a blockbuster deal for Carlito Crush, an even bigger name to bolster their already powerful ranks. Both teams now boast some of the highest profile names at Receiver and Tight End. Trey Willie, Buddha Browning, Carter Bush and Verso L'Alto would easily be the best receiving core in the NSFL if it weren't for Charlie Law, Carlito Crush, Alexadre LeClair and Paul DiMirio. It's incredible that these teams can boast such a phenomenal talent to supply weapons for their star quarterbacks. The trades of Carter Bush and Carlito Crush no doubt have huge ramifications on the Ultimus Game. If one team had not done their respective trade, the other would be the clear favorite but with these trades, the balance of power is still fairly balanced between these two powerhouse teams. If I had to say one team made the bigger move than the other, I think it was the Second Line getting Crush. Not only is he the better talent than Bush, He was a significant upgrade over their prior 3rd WR, Josh Garden. Given how much better Maximus is over Blocksdale, I think that move gives new Orleans a bigger boost than Bush going to Baltimore gave them.
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Sit Down with a Fan
BWestfield HERE
1.) With all the ups and downs with the Otters season did you go into the first round of the playoffs thinking you could beat the Second Line?
We knew there was a slim outside shot at it, but without our top threat, Carlito Crush, it was pretty much guaranteed we'd fail. I think that game was so close because they underperfomed and we overperformed. Our defense certainly stepped up, and their offense seemed like it was thinking about the Ultimus and forgot they had to play a game to get there. But in the end we couldn't get enough points on the board.
2.) It may be too early to tell but do you see your team making all the right moves this offseason to reclaim your spot on the top of the ASFC?
I do. I think we're going to go back to our dominant ways that we are known for. One of our issues this season was a weak offensive line which made Gus run around in the pocket a lot more than he'd have liked. We're definitely going to be upgrading the offensive line this season as to avoid so much wear and tear on our young gun. Adams looked really good running the ball all season. I think his contributions have gone terribly overlooked. Our defense is getting stronger as Broxton, Grithead and Brown are only get better. I like the direction e're headed for sure.
3.) Do you think you retired too early?
Not at all. I would say I went out just at the right time. I know it might look like I had the best season ever in my career before I walked off and hung my cleats, but that was because I putt it all out there. Every last drop. I have nothing left. I went 200% just to get those numbers. If I tried a comeback I think I'd be pretty useless. The only thing I feel bad about is leaving them the same year King left. Kind leaves a big hole to fill. When I announced, I thought he was going to stick around another season. But I think we have enough depth in our defense to make up for it.
4.) Will your clone be as good or better than you?
That's the experiment, isn't it? He is me, so logically he should be at least just as good, right? Of course there's a lot of factors that fall into play, like strength of opponent and whatnot. I think early on it's going to look like he's not measuring up, simply because early on in my career, there were no receivers in this league that are the same level as guys like Miller, Law or Willie's level. I kinda grew along side them, whereas Clone is going to have to grow up facing top flight guys like them. All in all, I hope he has a better career than I, but if it doesn't happen, then I hope he has a fun time anyhow.
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Playoff Series MVP
It takes a team to win a game, or so they say. But this year's Ultimus was determined by the actions of one individual. Turk Turkleton. His magic leg was the reason that the Hawks were able to secure their first ever Ultimus trophy over the New Orleans Second Line the other night. Of the Hawks 29 points, he was responsible for 17 of them. Having a guy who can reliably give you points from pretty much anywhere inside the 40 is nothing short of gold. Turkleton has made a career booting some of the most amazing field goals and finally his leg is going to be immortalized because of this game. He has dedicated his life to the art of smashing a ball with his foot and sending it through the uprights, splitting them down the middle. Often overlooked because of his position, the kicker is usually an integral part of a team, however in Turk's case, he pretty much was the team. When the Second Line's solid red zone defense stifled Avon Blocksdale and company from crossing the goal line, Mister Reliable and his magic appendage walked onto the field and put 3 more points on the board. Drive after drive. Hitting 5 field goals and 2 extra points over the course of the championship game, in my mind, locks him as the most valuable player. Without his precision accuracy and indomitable leg strength, the Hawks would have missed out on yet another opportunity to hold the Ultimus Trophy in their hands. If there is one man you can accredit this entire Championship to, it is none other than Turk Turkleton. Legend.
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Yellowknife Wraiths are really the only team you can logically say got robbed of a shot at the playoffs. The disparity between the Otters and the Outlaws or Sabercats is too great to make any case for how they could have been robbed of a playoff spot. Even with as bad as the Otters played the second half of the season. The Yeti have put a lot of effort so to really say that the Yeti didn't deserve their spot is a discredit to their efforts. The only argument I have for why the Wraiths should make the playoffs over the Yeti is that I felt the Wraiths overachieved while the Yeti underperformed, and it would have been nice for the effort the Wraiths made in the off season, in acquiring Tegan Atwell. The whole playoff picture could have been vastly different had the Wraiths beat the Yeti during week 13. They came close to winning that game but still fell short. It was a perfect analogy to their season. They did well, just not well enough. Then other argument that can be made in the Wraiths favor is that their final record of 8-6 is better than playoff bound Orange County's 7-7. And they beat Orange County in both of their matches, but because they're in the more competitive division, they get to sit while the Otters play another week.
(233)
New Talent
There were 2 big trades that were made in anticipation of putting their team definitively above the rest this season. The Liberty sent Carter Bush to the Hawks so that they would be clearly better than the New Orleans Second Line, so they responded in kind, by making a blockbuster deal for Carlito Crush, an even bigger name to bolster their already powerful ranks. Both teams now boast some of the highest profile names at Receiver and Tight End. Trey Willie, Buddha Browning, Carter Bush and Verso L'Alto would easily be the best receiving core in the NSFL if it weren't for Charlie Law, Carlito Crush, Alexadre LeClair and Paul DiMirio. It's incredible that these teams can boast such a phenomenal talent to supply weapons for their star quarterbacks. The trades of Carter Bush and Carlito Crush no doubt have huge ramifications on the Ultimus Game. If one team had not done their respective trade, the other would be the clear favorite but with these trades, the balance of power is still fairly balanced between these two powerhouse teams. If I had to say one team made the bigger move than the other, I think it was the Second Line getting Crush. Not only is he the better talent than Bush, He was a significant upgrade over their prior 3rd WR, Josh Garden. Given how much better Maximus is over Blocksdale, I think that move gives new Orleans a bigger boost than Bush going to Baltimore gave them.
(248)
Sit Down with a Fan
BWestfield HERE
1.) With all the ups and downs with the Otters season did you go into the first round of the playoffs thinking you could beat the Second Line?
We knew there was a slim outside shot at it, but without our top threat, Carlito Crush, it was pretty much guaranteed we'd fail. I think that game was so close because they underperfomed and we overperformed. Our defense certainly stepped up, and their offense seemed like it was thinking about the Ultimus and forgot they had to play a game to get there. But in the end we couldn't get enough points on the board.
2.) It may be too early to tell but do you see your team making all the right moves this offseason to reclaim your spot on the top of the ASFC?
I do. I think we're going to go back to our dominant ways that we are known for. One of our issues this season was a weak offensive line which made Gus run around in the pocket a lot more than he'd have liked. We're definitely going to be upgrading the offensive line this season as to avoid so much wear and tear on our young gun. Adams looked really good running the ball all season. I think his contributions have gone terribly overlooked. Our defense is getting stronger as Broxton, Grithead and Brown are only get better. I like the direction e're headed for sure.
3.) Do you think you retired too early?
Not at all. I would say I went out just at the right time. I know it might look like I had the best season ever in my career before I walked off and hung my cleats, but that was because I putt it all out there. Every last drop. I have nothing left. I went 200% just to get those numbers. If I tried a comeback I think I'd be pretty useless. The only thing I feel bad about is leaving them the same year King left. Kind leaves a big hole to fill. When I announced, I thought he was going to stick around another season. But I think we have enough depth in our defense to make up for it.
4.) Will your clone be as good or better than you?
That's the experiment, isn't it? He is me, so logically he should be at least just as good, right? Of course there's a lot of factors that fall into play, like strength of opponent and whatnot. I think early on it's going to look like he's not measuring up, simply because early on in my career, there were no receivers in this league that are the same level as guys like Miller, Law or Willie's level. I kinda grew along side them, whereas Clone is going to have to grow up facing top flight guys like them. All in all, I hope he has a better career than I, but if it doesn't happen, then I hope he has a fun time anyhow.
(506)
Playoff Series MVP
It takes a team to win a game, or so they say. But this year's Ultimus was determined by the actions of one individual. Turk Turkleton. His magic leg was the reason that the Hawks were able to secure their first ever Ultimus trophy over the New Orleans Second Line the other night. Of the Hawks 29 points, he was responsible for 17 of them. Having a guy who can reliably give you points from pretty much anywhere inside the 40 is nothing short of gold. Turkleton has made a career booting some of the most amazing field goals and finally his leg is going to be immortalized because of this game. He has dedicated his life to the art of smashing a ball with his foot and sending it through the uprights, splitting them down the middle. Often overlooked because of his position, the kicker is usually an integral part of a team, however in Turk's case, he pretty much was the team. When the Second Line's solid red zone defense stifled Avon Blocksdale and company from crossing the goal line, Mister Reliable and his magic appendage walked onto the field and put 3 more points on the board. Drive after drive. Hitting 5 field goals and 2 extra points over the course of the championship game, in my mind, locks him as the most valuable player. Without his precision accuracy and indomitable leg strength, the Hawks would have missed out on yet another opportunity to hold the Ultimus Trophy in their hands. If there is one man you can accredit this entire Championship to, it is none other than Turk Turkleton. Legend.
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