1) Playoff Predictions, Reviews:
Written: Give a short write up of one or multiple playoff matches. If completed before the airing of the sims have predictions, after if it is a review the game.
The Ultimini game was all over the place for Pythons' star quarterback Franklin Armstrong. It goes without saying that a lot of the headlines will be centered around his impressive successes and his painful mistakes throughout this game. With 3 touchdown passes tying a dreadful 3 interceptions, Armstrong's play risked losing the game for his team. However, after leading the league in touchdowns this year, his play also seems to be the thing that keeps the team competitive on the board. The score of the game isn't fully representative of how both teams played on the field in this game though. With only 268 yards allowed, the Pythons' defense held tough against the Luchadores' offense except when it was cursed with horrible field position by the interceptions. On the flip side, Armstrong was able to lead the Pythons' offense to an incredible 499 yards even after losing three possessions to turnovers. The time of possession was also heavily skewed to the Python's favor, with them controlling the ball for 37 minutes and 38 seconds of the game. While the Luchadores' offense did not make any huge mistakes and the Pythons' defense was not able to force any turnovers, the Luchadores were not able to produce enough points to match Armstrong and the Python offensive front.
3) All about the QBs
Written: Write 200 words on one of the QB matchups in this year's playoffs. What are you most excited to see (Or excited to have seen), who will play better (Or who played better), etc.
A QB comparison between Corvo Havran and Franklin Armstrong in the Ultimini is quite tough. By QB rating, Armstrong has the advantage, but that might be a little misleading. Armstrong does have the advantage in completion percentage, as he attempted 4 more passes to complete 8 more total. In addition, the average reception is close at 10.7 for Havran and 11 for Armstrong, but that statistic itself is flawed because it doesn't account for yards after catch. The biggest points of controversy, however, are the touchdown and interception numbers. Havran had 0 of each, proving that he wasn't necessarily able to have his way with the Python backfield, but also that he wasn't taking any unnecessary risks throwing the ball. Alternatively, Armstrong had 3 of each and the interceptions all directly led to points for the Luchadores. Therefore, the Pythons only net 4 points this game if you offset the points from touchdowns with the points from interceptions. This is a controversial way to look at it, but it does end up leaning in Armstrong's favor. In conclusion then, while Armstrong had a much more volatile game, with more points scored for both teams, his superior completion percentage really made the difference to keep the Pythons' offense going and to keep the team from losing momentum to the turnovers.
4) Head to Head Matchups
Written: Write about two offensive and defensive players that will go against each other in the playoffs or who have faced off in the playoffs, can be DL/QB, WR/CB, RB/LB or whatever matchup you see fit.
The NFC championship game in the DSFL had a unique pair of matchups at wideout with two of the best cornerbacks in the league (Emoji, Ridley) facing off against two of the best wide receivers in the league (Espeeyeeseetee, Landers). Ultimately, both pairs challenged each other and battled throughout the course of the game, but only some of the story can be told from the stat sheet. Straight from the first play, Ridley deflected a pass intended for Espeeyeeseetee, making a statement that he wouldn't be pushed around. However, right after that play, Landers challenged Emoji and made a 14 yard completion to remind both corners that the receiver duo was extremely dangerous. While the first couple of drives proved ineffective for the Seawolves' offense, the third drive involved 31 yards from passes to Espeeyeeseetee, essentially responding back to Ridley by showing him that containing the receiver may be impossible. On the possession following that one, Emoji snagged an interception on the first play, which involved a pass intended for Landers. Once again, the Python backfield responded strongly with a statement of their own for the Norfolk receiving duo. On the Seawolves' first drive in the second half, Landers caught 2 passes for 32 yards against Emoji and Espeeyeeseetee caught 2 passes for 36 yards against Ridley. The receiving pair set their team up for a touchdown to start the half and a huge shift in momentum against the Python secondary. The remainder of the game maintained a balance between the two pairs until a 30 yard reception by Landers left a chip on Emoji's shoulder. In the final play of the game, Emoji would use it to push himself to hold Landers to a 10 yard reception and stop him from scoring a game-winning touchdown for the Seawolves.
13) That Magic Moment
Writen: Pick one moment from a playoff game and describe what made it so amazing to watch.
In the beginning of the fourth quarter of the DSFL NFC championship game, the Pythons were trailing the Seawolves 3-13. The Pythons weren't playing a horrible game by any means, but they weren't quite able to put the pieces together and figure out how to beat the Norfolk team. The quarter started with the Pythons' offense able to at least find the end zone with a field goal to bring the lead down to only 6-13. However, with the Seawolves receiving the ball and it barely being a one touchdown game in the fourth quarter, the Pythons would need to play extra hard to prevent the lead from getting any worse and to have enough time to catch up. That's when it happened. Out of nowhere, LB Lanzer Grievous dives to steal the ball on a throw intended for Dorfus Jimbo and sprints all the way into the end zone. A 22 yard play. Touchdown Pythons! All of a sudden, the game is tied 13-13. Anything could happen now; the next team to score would likely be the team to win the game. All of a sudden, victory was attainable for the Pythons and the Seawolves were threatened by the jaws of defeat. The Seawolves made a respectable drive to midfield, but decided not to go for it on 4th and 2. The Pythons took advantage and stole the lead for the first time in the entire game with a field goal. No points would be scored after it and the immense shift in momentum caused by the Grievous pick six would prove to be the catalyst to propel the Pythons to the Ultimini, which they would then win as well. Without the unexpected pick six, the current Ultimini champions may not have even made it to the big game itself. Grievous provided the inspiration that the team needed to reach the next level to win playoff games.
Written: Give a short write up of one or multiple playoff matches. If completed before the airing of the sims have predictions, after if it is a review the game.
The Ultimini game was all over the place for Pythons' star quarterback Franklin Armstrong. It goes without saying that a lot of the headlines will be centered around his impressive successes and his painful mistakes throughout this game. With 3 touchdown passes tying a dreadful 3 interceptions, Armstrong's play risked losing the game for his team. However, after leading the league in touchdowns this year, his play also seems to be the thing that keeps the team competitive on the board. The score of the game isn't fully representative of how both teams played on the field in this game though. With only 268 yards allowed, the Pythons' defense held tough against the Luchadores' offense except when it was cursed with horrible field position by the interceptions. On the flip side, Armstrong was able to lead the Pythons' offense to an incredible 499 yards even after losing three possessions to turnovers. The time of possession was also heavily skewed to the Python's favor, with them controlling the ball for 37 minutes and 38 seconds of the game. While the Luchadores' offense did not make any huge mistakes and the Pythons' defense was not able to force any turnovers, the Luchadores were not able to produce enough points to match Armstrong and the Python offensive front.
3) All about the QBs
Written: Write 200 words on one of the QB matchups in this year's playoffs. What are you most excited to see (Or excited to have seen), who will play better (Or who played better), etc.
A QB comparison between Corvo Havran and Franklin Armstrong in the Ultimini is quite tough. By QB rating, Armstrong has the advantage, but that might be a little misleading. Armstrong does have the advantage in completion percentage, as he attempted 4 more passes to complete 8 more total. In addition, the average reception is close at 10.7 for Havran and 11 for Armstrong, but that statistic itself is flawed because it doesn't account for yards after catch. The biggest points of controversy, however, are the touchdown and interception numbers. Havran had 0 of each, proving that he wasn't necessarily able to have his way with the Python backfield, but also that he wasn't taking any unnecessary risks throwing the ball. Alternatively, Armstrong had 3 of each and the interceptions all directly led to points for the Luchadores. Therefore, the Pythons only net 4 points this game if you offset the points from touchdowns with the points from interceptions. This is a controversial way to look at it, but it does end up leaning in Armstrong's favor. In conclusion then, while Armstrong had a much more volatile game, with more points scored for both teams, his superior completion percentage really made the difference to keep the Pythons' offense going and to keep the team from losing momentum to the turnovers.
4) Head to Head Matchups
Written: Write about two offensive and defensive players that will go against each other in the playoffs or who have faced off in the playoffs, can be DL/QB, WR/CB, RB/LB or whatever matchup you see fit.
The NFC championship game in the DSFL had a unique pair of matchups at wideout with two of the best cornerbacks in the league (Emoji, Ridley) facing off against two of the best wide receivers in the league (Espeeyeeseetee, Landers). Ultimately, both pairs challenged each other and battled throughout the course of the game, but only some of the story can be told from the stat sheet. Straight from the first play, Ridley deflected a pass intended for Espeeyeeseetee, making a statement that he wouldn't be pushed around. However, right after that play, Landers challenged Emoji and made a 14 yard completion to remind both corners that the receiver duo was extremely dangerous. While the first couple of drives proved ineffective for the Seawolves' offense, the third drive involved 31 yards from passes to Espeeyeeseetee, essentially responding back to Ridley by showing him that containing the receiver may be impossible. On the possession following that one, Emoji snagged an interception on the first play, which involved a pass intended for Landers. Once again, the Python backfield responded strongly with a statement of their own for the Norfolk receiving duo. On the Seawolves' first drive in the second half, Landers caught 2 passes for 32 yards against Emoji and Espeeyeeseetee caught 2 passes for 36 yards against Ridley. The receiving pair set their team up for a touchdown to start the half and a huge shift in momentum against the Python secondary. The remainder of the game maintained a balance between the two pairs until a 30 yard reception by Landers left a chip on Emoji's shoulder. In the final play of the game, Emoji would use it to push himself to hold Landers to a 10 yard reception and stop him from scoring a game-winning touchdown for the Seawolves.
13) That Magic Moment
Writen: Pick one moment from a playoff game and describe what made it so amazing to watch.
In the beginning of the fourth quarter of the DSFL NFC championship game, the Pythons were trailing the Seawolves 3-13. The Pythons weren't playing a horrible game by any means, but they weren't quite able to put the pieces together and figure out how to beat the Norfolk team. The quarter started with the Pythons' offense able to at least find the end zone with a field goal to bring the lead down to only 6-13. However, with the Seawolves receiving the ball and it barely being a one touchdown game in the fourth quarter, the Pythons would need to play extra hard to prevent the lead from getting any worse and to have enough time to catch up. That's when it happened. Out of nowhere, LB Lanzer Grievous dives to steal the ball on a throw intended for Dorfus Jimbo and sprints all the way into the end zone. A 22 yard play. Touchdown Pythons! All of a sudden, the game is tied 13-13. Anything could happen now; the next team to score would likely be the team to win the game. All of a sudden, victory was attainable for the Pythons and the Seawolves were threatened by the jaws of defeat. The Seawolves made a respectable drive to midfield, but decided not to go for it on 4th and 2. The Pythons took advantage and stole the lead for the first time in the entire game with a field goal. No points would be scored after it and the immense shift in momentum caused by the Grievous pick six would prove to be the catalyst to propel the Pythons to the Ultimini, which they would then win as well. Without the unexpected pick six, the current Ultimini champions may not have even made it to the big game itself. Grievous provided the inspiration that the team needed to reach the next level to win playoff games.
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