8) I’m likely a bit more “green” of a rookie than this question is intended for as I am just getting started, but I still feel that I can provide some insights into the process of starting out as a first time NSFL participant. I was recruited to this new adventure by my buddy Mithrandir and initially was skeptical of his description – quite honestly it sounded like a lot of work for very little payoff. What began to change that was the culture that I have begun to discover here. It’s clear that this little world is full of football nerds, graphic dorks, and computer geeks all posing as jocks who could totally take you down in a game of backyard football. Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure many of you could – I’m certainly not a 6’3” LB in real life! But I have really loved getting to be a little part of that dynamic, talk a bit of smack and have a lot of fun with folks I wouldn’t have otherwise connected with.
The longer I’ve followed football, the more fascinated I’ve become with the coaching and managing aspects of the game, and so it has also been really exciting to get to be a part of my own version of these behind the scenes moments. Lately, I’ve had lots of GMs and Scouts for DSFL teams reaching out to me to ask about my plans for my player and the kind of team I’m looking to be a part of. I’ve been invited to discord groups and gotten to see first hand a few different “locker rooms” to see what this game really can become. To watch folks who for the most part have come from the same background as me – knowing maybe a person or two at most in this group – talking comfortably and referencing each other’s personalities, likes and dislikes is pretty awesome to see. You guys are creating something good here. In the midst of having to social distance and stay at home, you’ve opened up a new world of communication and friendship open to people all over the world.
I’m excited to be drafted, to get to invest in a single team and build some friendships there and work towards being a regular contributor for a playoff run and dynasty build! Do I know everything that I need to do? Absolutely not. But thankfully so far GMs, scouts, and random other people I’ve come into contact with have been more than willing to help nudge me in the right direction. I’m super thankful for the way things have started and I can’t wait to get on the field and get some W’s!
14) Adam Schell – Coverage LB
Stats:
TPE Banked: 2
(MAX: 80) Strength: 62
(MAX: 90) Agility: 65
(MAX: 25) Arm: 1
(MAX: 90) Intelligence: 55
(MAX: 25) Throwing Accuracy: 1
(MAX: 85) Tackling: 55
(MAX: 85) Speed: 77
(MAX: 65) Hands: 35
(MAX: 25) Pass Blocking: 1
(MAX: 25) Run Blocking: 1
(MAX: 100) Endurance: 65
(MAX: 25) Kick Power: 1
(MAX: 25) Kick Accuracy: 1
TOTAL TPE – 71
My goodness, Adam has horrible arm strength for someone who claims to have been a former QB…no wonder he switched to LB! That aside, up-and-coming DSFL LB prospect Adam Schell has a lot to offer. He is smartly investing early and often into speed and strength, two attributes that are king in the world of simulation football and that are sure to do him well as he begins his young career in the DSFL. Because of his above average participation and improvement for a first-time player, Adam is an intriguing prospect. There certainly is still more unknown about him than known, as we don’t have highlights or past DSFL footage to reference, but his time at the University of Kentucky saw him serve as a 3 year captain and a finalist for defensive player of the year his senior year. These leadership qualities along with the dedication he has already shown in film studies and interviews with scouts leads us to believe he has the potential to be an every-down starter at any of the LB positions as he helps his team to shut down opposing TEs and wreak havoc on opposing QBs with his excellent poise in zone defense in particular. A year in the DSFL should only have him hitting harder, cutting faster, and ready to make his mark on the league.
17) My pick for the DSFL Playoffs MVP is Friedrich Vequain, Wide Receiver for the Tijuana Luchadores. In a fairly messy two games from a quarterback perspective, it came down to playmaking when deciding this award for me. In their first matchup Vequain pulled in the Luchadores’ lone touchdown with a HUGE touchdown on third down with two minutes remaining to tie the ballgame and eventually send it to overtime. His burning speed came in handy in this game with both the longest gain on one play of the game of 23 yards as well as nearly 30 more yards than any other receiver in the game at 6 receptions for 96 yards and a touchdown.
The DSFL championship game against the Royals quickly became a defensive battle in which the Luchadores’ quarterbacks struggled immensely. Yet despite this, when the ball came Vequain’s way, he made big plays. Turning 5 catches into 4 first downs in a game where every yard counted, Vequain made his impact known and led his team through the trenches of a hard fought game to bring home the title.
It wasn’t always pretty in these playoffs, but just as he did all season long, when his team needed him Vequain came through in big ways as he led his team to a DSFL championship. Should he depart for the NSFL this offseason, his speed will be sought after in a big way.
The longer I’ve followed football, the more fascinated I’ve become with the coaching and managing aspects of the game, and so it has also been really exciting to get to be a part of my own version of these behind the scenes moments. Lately, I’ve had lots of GMs and Scouts for DSFL teams reaching out to me to ask about my plans for my player and the kind of team I’m looking to be a part of. I’ve been invited to discord groups and gotten to see first hand a few different “locker rooms” to see what this game really can become. To watch folks who for the most part have come from the same background as me – knowing maybe a person or two at most in this group – talking comfortably and referencing each other’s personalities, likes and dislikes is pretty awesome to see. You guys are creating something good here. In the midst of having to social distance and stay at home, you’ve opened up a new world of communication and friendship open to people all over the world.
I’m excited to be drafted, to get to invest in a single team and build some friendships there and work towards being a regular contributor for a playoff run and dynasty build! Do I know everything that I need to do? Absolutely not. But thankfully so far GMs, scouts, and random other people I’ve come into contact with have been more than willing to help nudge me in the right direction. I’m super thankful for the way things have started and I can’t wait to get on the field and get some W’s!
14) Adam Schell – Coverage LB
Stats:
TPE Banked: 2
(MAX: 80) Strength: 62
(MAX: 90) Agility: 65
(MAX: 25) Arm: 1
(MAX: 90) Intelligence: 55
(MAX: 25) Throwing Accuracy: 1
(MAX: 85) Tackling: 55
(MAX: 85) Speed: 77
(MAX: 65) Hands: 35
(MAX: 25) Pass Blocking: 1
(MAX: 25) Run Blocking: 1
(MAX: 100) Endurance: 65
(MAX: 25) Kick Power: 1
(MAX: 25) Kick Accuracy: 1
TOTAL TPE – 71
My goodness, Adam has horrible arm strength for someone who claims to have been a former QB…no wonder he switched to LB! That aside, up-and-coming DSFL LB prospect Adam Schell has a lot to offer. He is smartly investing early and often into speed and strength, two attributes that are king in the world of simulation football and that are sure to do him well as he begins his young career in the DSFL. Because of his above average participation and improvement for a first-time player, Adam is an intriguing prospect. There certainly is still more unknown about him than known, as we don’t have highlights or past DSFL footage to reference, but his time at the University of Kentucky saw him serve as a 3 year captain and a finalist for defensive player of the year his senior year. These leadership qualities along with the dedication he has already shown in film studies and interviews with scouts leads us to believe he has the potential to be an every-down starter at any of the LB positions as he helps his team to shut down opposing TEs and wreak havoc on opposing QBs with his excellent poise in zone defense in particular. A year in the DSFL should only have him hitting harder, cutting faster, and ready to make his mark on the league.
17) My pick for the DSFL Playoffs MVP is Friedrich Vequain, Wide Receiver for the Tijuana Luchadores. In a fairly messy two games from a quarterback perspective, it came down to playmaking when deciding this award for me. In their first matchup Vequain pulled in the Luchadores’ lone touchdown with a HUGE touchdown on third down with two minutes remaining to tie the ballgame and eventually send it to overtime. His burning speed came in handy in this game with both the longest gain on one play of the game of 23 yards as well as nearly 30 more yards than any other receiver in the game at 6 receptions for 96 yards and a touchdown.
The DSFL championship game against the Royals quickly became a defensive battle in which the Luchadores’ quarterbacks struggled immensely. Yet despite this, when the ball came Vequain’s way, he made big plays. Turning 5 catches into 4 first downs in a game where every yard counted, Vequain made his impact known and led his team through the trenches of a hard fought game to bring home the title.
It wasn’t always pretty in these playoffs, but just as he did all season long, when his team needed him Vequain came through in big ways as he led his team to a DSFL championship. Should he depart for the NSFL this offseason, his speed will be sought after in a big way.
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