(S20) - Ultimus Week

[Thor]

Revenge

A letter to those who don't draft me;

Congratulations, you might have picked up your flashy new tight end, you might think he's all that, but you've overlooked me, and now I'm coming for you. You called me too raw, not strong enough, said I couldn't play the game - now it's my turn to prove you wrong. With a deep class I can see a few teams having a couple of good players fall through the cracks, I assure you no other will have their name heard more.

When we meet in season I will seek my revenge against any team that let me slip by in the upcoming draft. It will be my pleasure to help my team dominate and beating you will only make it all the sweeter. Some day the opportunity may come for you to have another chance to make the right decision and put me on your team - don't make the same mistake and let me slip by again. To the NSFL teams that will have the option of picking me up in the draft the next season let this be a notice. If I'm this serious about revenge coming into the DSFL, how would I feel being passed up by you for the NSFL? Be aware.


Scouting Report

Daniel George is a behemoth standing at 6'6 and weighing in at a listed weight of 265 (though we've heard rumours UW had trouble getting George to keep his weight down) he is by far at the bigger end of this significant TE draft class. Despite receiving off-field media attention during his college seasons George has remained a fan favourite during his tenure in Spokane.

Due to his size George has a hard time creating separation from defenders in the passing game and can't stay on the field for a full game, however his safe hands and big body make up for this leading him to be a difficult matchup for any defense. Questions remain whether George's strength will be enough to carry his load in the DSFL as he has relied on his weight in the past as a difference maker and that will not be enough at this higher level of competition. The Albertan is one of the better blockers in this draft and if he can find a way to refine his athleticism he could be a steal for the team that rewards his efforts up to this point with a selection in the draft.



Expansion GM

As an expansion team I believe the most important factor to a successful team is attracting and scouting the right players. With such a deep DSFL draft class the options at each position are stacked and finding the diamonds in the rough is key to coming out of it with the strongest team possible. While finding the active players will be difficult there are many names making themselves known with scouting reports, graphics and discord activity that have surely found their way onto the lists of GM's of all teams.

Coming into the draft as an expansion team and holding either the 1OA or 2OA pick is hugely beneficial in drafting a player to build the team around. A defensively minded GM may be inclined to pick up a linebacker or star pass rusher to open the draft, but as we know there's no position more important to the team than the QB. Given a second expansion team there will be heavy competition for the best of the prospects and they may not last until the second round. Picking one up early and building around them us essential to the new expansion team success. After this position the draft is so deep that good players should be found across the board later than usual and can be addressed after 1/2OA.

Interview a star

Could you please provide your name for the interview?

My name is Fabricio Baldari and I'm a Defensive end

What are your plans for your player next season?

I'm currently entering free agency and I'm exploring my options as a D-lineman

Where do you need to develop your skills more as a player?

I feel that I need to get better at sequering the sack after coming off the edge as the QB often times sees me coming and dumps the ball off to his checkdown too many times

How did you feel about your personal performance this season?

I feel like I was the best d-lineman in the league. A lot of people don't believe Tackle for losses should be considered of any value but I significantly disagree and focus on it every year. I belive in position group where most of my opponents have a significant weakness in their play I have a significant advantage over most of them in value.

How did you feel about your teams' success this season?

I was gutted about our performance this season. Lots of games we should have won or would have won easily. Havran is a gunslinger and sometimes that means that the team suffers when hes not in form. The playoff game was a very fustrating game that I was very fustrated over. Lots of things that should break 50/50 just seems to be coming up heads for them.

Thanks for your time, Fabricio.