Kicker Appreciation
The kicker who had a huge impact on the playoffs is none other than Herbert Prohaska. It’s clear why this player made a big impact on the playoffs, as Prohaska kicked a game winning field goal in overtime. A 46 yard field goal iced the game and gave the New Orleans Second Line, giving them a huge upset win to go to the Ultimus game. The Otters were looking like they would once again return to the promised land, after completing a 14 point comeback, and then having to answer a touchdown from the Second Line with 7 minutes left to play, which they did, and then Prohaska put the game out of reach once overtime hit. The Otters were not able to answer back, as they had the chance after Prohaska sank the 46 yard field goal, seeng their title hopes slip away as New Orleans was making their way to the Ultimus, which they would end up winning. Had it not been for the unlikely field goal made by Prohaska, the Otters would likely go on to win the game, not feeling the pressure that comes with being down in overtime. Prohaska was truly a game changer and playoffs changer, because the field goal that was made saw the Second Line go from unlikely contender to one of two teams remaining. (223 words)
Revenge
Immediately my thought is that if I’m in the DSFL next season I want to take down the Coyotes. The Pythons got blown out 31-7 in the playoffs by them, and now we went from believing we could make something of the season to being sent home with nothing more than one touchdown to show for it. The Pythons, even for being on the road, should have played better and should have done a better job, so it leaves a bitter taste to see a team that had started to peak go out like that. The Pythons defense was especially disappointing, having allowed 15.8 points a game in the season, and then in the playoffs they couldn’t find their footing and ended up allowing 31 points, the most points they allowed since a week 1 loss to the SeaWolves. I know that for a lot of us, to go out like that in what could be our only season in the DSFL with the team, it’s a bit disappointing to see such an underachieving situation, and while there will be plenty of opportunities later on to win Ultimus titles, but there aren’t many opportunities to win the Ultimini title and etch your name in DSFL history. (206 words)
Armchair GM
For me, I think the decision that the Pythons have to make going forward is simple. Rebuild the defense and retool after losing a good portion of your best players. With multiple LB prospects heading to the NSFL, and a few DB prospects who are also looking to make the jump once the draft hits, they will lose a lot of valuable talent to the draft and to NSFL teams. This happens for every team in the DSFL, but for the Pythons to be losing a good portion of the reason why they were the number 1 team in points allowed is a huge blow, and they will need to find impact players who will be able to make that impact on day 1. There is no luxury of time in the DSFL, you can’t wait and see how your prospects will develop, the roster turnover in the DSFL is too harsh to rely on players for more than one season. The best teams are able to draft well, build a roster, and have valuable coaching pieces that can elevate players who would otherwise not have an impact. The DSFL is all about building that locker room and drafting extremely well, so it definitely serves to have a good GM who can recognize and plan for the situations of the future. (221 words)
Scouting Report
For my scouting report I’m going to look at none other than the Portland Pythons CB. Not Tyler Oles JR, instead we’re looking at Zamir Kehla, the DBOTY candidate who was the league leader in interceptions. While he has a big personality, his play shines through on the field where he was a big part of why the Pythons were so good on defense. The Pythons were number 1 in interceptions, having 15 on the season, and his 5 were a big part of why they were able to lead the league. He also had a blocked punt, one of two for the Pythons this previous season. Kehla is a star in the making, he showed no issues excelling at the DSFL level, and while there is a talent jump in the NSFL, I think he can come in a be a star CB as soon as a team needs him to be. He possesses the ability to track the ball and the hands to make the QB pay, and that’s invaluable when it comes to your defensive backfield. Being confident in CBs is a wonderful thing in any professional football league, and Kehla, even with his big personality, allows you to be confident that you don’t have to worry about one side of the field being burnt toast. (219 words)
The kicker who had a huge impact on the playoffs is none other than Herbert Prohaska. It’s clear why this player made a big impact on the playoffs, as Prohaska kicked a game winning field goal in overtime. A 46 yard field goal iced the game and gave the New Orleans Second Line, giving them a huge upset win to go to the Ultimus game. The Otters were looking like they would once again return to the promised land, after completing a 14 point comeback, and then having to answer a touchdown from the Second Line with 7 minutes left to play, which they did, and then Prohaska put the game out of reach once overtime hit. The Otters were not able to answer back, as they had the chance after Prohaska sank the 46 yard field goal, seeng their title hopes slip away as New Orleans was making their way to the Ultimus, which they would end up winning. Had it not been for the unlikely field goal made by Prohaska, the Otters would likely go on to win the game, not feeling the pressure that comes with being down in overtime. Prohaska was truly a game changer and playoffs changer, because the field goal that was made saw the Second Line go from unlikely contender to one of two teams remaining. (223 words)
Revenge
Immediately my thought is that if I’m in the DSFL next season I want to take down the Coyotes. The Pythons got blown out 31-7 in the playoffs by them, and now we went from believing we could make something of the season to being sent home with nothing more than one touchdown to show for it. The Pythons, even for being on the road, should have played better and should have done a better job, so it leaves a bitter taste to see a team that had started to peak go out like that. The Pythons defense was especially disappointing, having allowed 15.8 points a game in the season, and then in the playoffs they couldn’t find their footing and ended up allowing 31 points, the most points they allowed since a week 1 loss to the SeaWolves. I know that for a lot of us, to go out like that in what could be our only season in the DSFL with the team, it’s a bit disappointing to see such an underachieving situation, and while there will be plenty of opportunities later on to win Ultimus titles, but there aren’t many opportunities to win the Ultimini title and etch your name in DSFL history. (206 words)
Armchair GM
For me, I think the decision that the Pythons have to make going forward is simple. Rebuild the defense and retool after losing a good portion of your best players. With multiple LB prospects heading to the NSFL, and a few DB prospects who are also looking to make the jump once the draft hits, they will lose a lot of valuable talent to the draft and to NSFL teams. This happens for every team in the DSFL, but for the Pythons to be losing a good portion of the reason why they were the number 1 team in points allowed is a huge blow, and they will need to find impact players who will be able to make that impact on day 1. There is no luxury of time in the DSFL, you can’t wait and see how your prospects will develop, the roster turnover in the DSFL is too harsh to rely on players for more than one season. The best teams are able to draft well, build a roster, and have valuable coaching pieces that can elevate players who would otherwise not have an impact. The DSFL is all about building that locker room and drafting extremely well, so it definitely serves to have a good GM who can recognize and plan for the situations of the future. (221 words)
Scouting Report
For my scouting report I’m going to look at none other than the Portland Pythons CB. Not Tyler Oles JR, instead we’re looking at Zamir Kehla, the DBOTY candidate who was the league leader in interceptions. While he has a big personality, his play shines through on the field where he was a big part of why the Pythons were so good on defense. The Pythons were number 1 in interceptions, having 15 on the season, and his 5 were a big part of why they were able to lead the league. He also had a blocked punt, one of two for the Pythons this previous season. Kehla is a star in the making, he showed no issues excelling at the DSFL level, and while there is a talent jump in the NSFL, I think he can come in a be a star CB as soon as a team needs him to be. He possesses the ability to track the ball and the hands to make the QB pay, and that’s invaluable when it comes to your defensive backfield. Being confident in CBs is a wonderful thing in any professional football league, and Kehla, even with his big personality, allows you to be confident that you don’t have to worry about one side of the field being burnt toast. (219 words)
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