Playoff Predictions, Reviews:
I had to definitely do a review of the Ultimus game from this season. The Yellowknife Wraiths overcame quite a few challenges on their way to the big game and defied all expectations beating the Colorado yeti in the opening round and the Baltimore Hawks in the NSFC semi-finals. The Wraiths had a paltry 7-6 record compared to the New Orleans Second Line who had disposed of the perennial playoff competitors in Orange County. Unfortunately for the Wraiths, their curse continued this season as they were absolutely dominated by the Second Line defense. They had some momentum on their side and only had 3 penalties compared to New Orleans’ 5. Second Line controlled this game from start to finish scoring 2 touchdowns in the first quarter and a field goal in the second while the Wraiths offense struggled immensely. The Wraiths seem to put together a few successful plays but it was simply too late as New Orleans continued their onslaught of offense scoring a field goal and touchdown in the third quarter and another in the fourth. The pressure on the Wraiths affected Cooter in a big way and he couldn’t recover as the Wraiths offensive line wasn’t able to contain the rush defense. 3 sacks, 2 pass deflections, 1 forced fumble, and another recovery for the Second Line was too much for the Wraiths.
OL or K/P Appreciation
Kickers are people too and I think the Second Line kicker, Herbert Prohaska, played a big part in the team’s success throughout the playoffs. Prohaska had a 100% game against Austin, getting 2 extra points and 2 field goals outside 40 yards. That’s an impressive feat and it kept New Orelans ahead of Austin during key stretches. His performance was even more impressive against the Orange County Otters. This game was very close as New Orleans ran up a 17-3 lead by the half, but Orange Country rallied back to tie it up at the end 24 all. At the beginning of overtime, it was apparent that this game would come down to a field goal for either team. New Orleans started overtime and with a great ground attack by Gump and Toriki, Proshaka had a great shot at hitting the field goal from 46 yards. It was good and the Otters struggled to get closer by the end of the overtime period. Proshaka won that game for them no question. Although it wasn’t a perfect performance in the Ultimus, Proshaka had ¾ extra points made and 2 field goals. He’s proven to be solid in the 40-49 yard range and that’s what makes this offense so dangerous because the run game can get him into scoring position easily.
Interview a Star
I interviewed @nunccoepi
1. What do you think were the highlights of this season for the Colorado Yeti as a team?
The highlights were certainly feeling like we were taking a step forward this season. There is a new energy on the team from what I'm told, and you can tell that people are just excited about the future. So, in this way, I think its a good fit for me. This is what I thrive on.
2. What are your favorite plays from the playoff game against YKW?
Definitely my sack. I mean that's the highlight of a defensive end's play. That's why he does what he does and to me there's no better feeling. And for it to happen in a playoff game was extra special. I really felt the tide turning overall after that play, but unfortunately we weren't able to get it done.
3. What are you looking forward to next season?
It's just a great time to be a Yeti. We are a young team too so I'm looking forward to seeing what we can do as a unit, especially with some of the young pups we got like Rotticus Scott and Gronk Robertkowski.
4. What are some of the ways that the Yeti can improve in the off-season?
I think we still have a great roster overall with very few holes. Of course, no one knows what is going to happen with the expansion draft. So that's a real wildcard. But I'm confident in our GMs and that they will find a way for us to pull through it. I think we will focus on game planning as well. Because we really need to win those close games and close a game
Get Interviewed by a Fan
nunccoepi interviewed me
1. As a user how has it been reuniting with a team, the Pythons, with whom you have a long history? How has the team changed since then?
It’s been a very long time since I’ve been with the Pythons as a player so it was nice of the current Portland GMs to pick me up off waivers considering my history with the team. I had a chance to play for the Pythons as Axel Hornbacher in DSFL S11 and that was a great run with a near perfect record. I’m honored to be back with them and I hope that I can be drafted to play for them in the future.
2. What are your thoughts and expectations going into the DSFL playoffs?
I had a glimmer of hope going into the DSFL playoffs. The Pythons were only 1 game behind Kansas City and the top 4 teams in the DSFL were very close this season so it could have gone anyone’s way easily. I thought we had a shot to upset them, especially O’Donnell being as highly rated as he was. Both teams have great offenses, so it really came down to who had the better defense on playoff day to hold out.
3. What are your thoughts and expectations going into the draft?
I don’t have any expectations going into this draft. I’m hoping to be drafted by the Portland Pythons considering my history with the team, but I know that there are some other teams in the DSFL that could use a starting quarterback right away and I’m hoping to start day one.
4. What kind of QB are you trying to create? Are there any QBs in the NSFL or NFL that you are modeling your career after?
I’m looking to create a highly intelligent and efficient quarterback with the Game Manager archetype. We haven’t really seen a quarterback in the NSFL with that archetype thrive at the highest levels as it’s mostly been Pocket Passers who have made it to the top of the TPE earnings. Kevin Fitzpatrick was a Game Manager quarterback who almost broke 1,000 TPE, but flamed out last minute so I’m hoping to break this record as a quarterback.
I had to definitely do a review of the Ultimus game from this season. The Yellowknife Wraiths overcame quite a few challenges on their way to the big game and defied all expectations beating the Colorado yeti in the opening round and the Baltimore Hawks in the NSFC semi-finals. The Wraiths had a paltry 7-6 record compared to the New Orleans Second Line who had disposed of the perennial playoff competitors in Orange County. Unfortunately for the Wraiths, their curse continued this season as they were absolutely dominated by the Second Line defense. They had some momentum on their side and only had 3 penalties compared to New Orleans’ 5. Second Line controlled this game from start to finish scoring 2 touchdowns in the first quarter and a field goal in the second while the Wraiths offense struggled immensely. The Wraiths seem to put together a few successful plays but it was simply too late as New Orleans continued their onslaught of offense scoring a field goal and touchdown in the third quarter and another in the fourth. The pressure on the Wraiths affected Cooter in a big way and he couldn’t recover as the Wraiths offensive line wasn’t able to contain the rush defense. 3 sacks, 2 pass deflections, 1 forced fumble, and another recovery for the Second Line was too much for the Wraiths.
OL or K/P Appreciation
Kickers are people too and I think the Second Line kicker, Herbert Prohaska, played a big part in the team’s success throughout the playoffs. Prohaska had a 100% game against Austin, getting 2 extra points and 2 field goals outside 40 yards. That’s an impressive feat and it kept New Orelans ahead of Austin during key stretches. His performance was even more impressive against the Orange County Otters. This game was very close as New Orleans ran up a 17-3 lead by the half, but Orange Country rallied back to tie it up at the end 24 all. At the beginning of overtime, it was apparent that this game would come down to a field goal for either team. New Orleans started overtime and with a great ground attack by Gump and Toriki, Proshaka had a great shot at hitting the field goal from 46 yards. It was good and the Otters struggled to get closer by the end of the overtime period. Proshaka won that game for them no question. Although it wasn’t a perfect performance in the Ultimus, Proshaka had ¾ extra points made and 2 field goals. He’s proven to be solid in the 40-49 yard range and that’s what makes this offense so dangerous because the run game can get him into scoring position easily.
Interview a Star
I interviewed @nunccoepi
1. What do you think were the highlights of this season for the Colorado Yeti as a team?
The highlights were certainly feeling like we were taking a step forward this season. There is a new energy on the team from what I'm told, and you can tell that people are just excited about the future. So, in this way, I think its a good fit for me. This is what I thrive on.
2. What are your favorite plays from the playoff game against YKW?
Definitely my sack. I mean that's the highlight of a defensive end's play. That's why he does what he does and to me there's no better feeling. And for it to happen in a playoff game was extra special. I really felt the tide turning overall after that play, but unfortunately we weren't able to get it done.
3. What are you looking forward to next season?
It's just a great time to be a Yeti. We are a young team too so I'm looking forward to seeing what we can do as a unit, especially with some of the young pups we got like Rotticus Scott and Gronk Robertkowski.
4. What are some of the ways that the Yeti can improve in the off-season?
I think we still have a great roster overall with very few holes. Of course, no one knows what is going to happen with the expansion draft. So that's a real wildcard. But I'm confident in our GMs and that they will find a way for us to pull through it. I think we will focus on game planning as well. Because we really need to win those close games and close a game
Get Interviewed by a Fan
nunccoepi interviewed me
1. As a user how has it been reuniting with a team, the Pythons, with whom you have a long history? How has the team changed since then?
It’s been a very long time since I’ve been with the Pythons as a player so it was nice of the current Portland GMs to pick me up off waivers considering my history with the team. I had a chance to play for the Pythons as Axel Hornbacher in DSFL S11 and that was a great run with a near perfect record. I’m honored to be back with them and I hope that I can be drafted to play for them in the future.
2. What are your thoughts and expectations going into the DSFL playoffs?
I had a glimmer of hope going into the DSFL playoffs. The Pythons were only 1 game behind Kansas City and the top 4 teams in the DSFL were very close this season so it could have gone anyone’s way easily. I thought we had a shot to upset them, especially O’Donnell being as highly rated as he was. Both teams have great offenses, so it really came down to who had the better defense on playoff day to hold out.
3. What are your thoughts and expectations going into the draft?
I don’t have any expectations going into this draft. I’m hoping to be drafted by the Portland Pythons considering my history with the team, but I know that there are some other teams in the DSFL that could use a starting quarterback right away and I’m hoping to start day one.
4. What kind of QB are you trying to create? Are there any QBs in the NSFL or NFL that you are modeling your career after?
I’m looking to create a highly intelligent and efficient quarterback with the Game Manager archetype. We haven’t really seen a quarterback in the NSFL with that archetype thrive at the highest levels as it’s mostly been Pocket Passers who have made it to the top of the TPE earnings. Kevin Fitzpatrick was a Game Manager quarterback who almost broke 1,000 TPE, but flamed out last minute so I’m hoping to break this record as a quarterback.
