07-28-2020, 11:07 PM
(This post was last modified: 07-29-2020, 12:13 AM by Mongoose87.)
13) Daria Guava-Fresca was so clearly the best kicker in the DSFL this season, I shouldn't even need to write this case for her to win the positional excellence award. Daria Guava-Fresca (DGF, from now on) was unmatched among non-bot kickers. Her 97% and 88% extra point and field goal percentage, respectively, were tops along non-bot kickers. "Mongoose," I hear you protest, "Hunt was right behind her at 96.6% and 87.5%!" Sure, but let's look at the truly challenging kicks. DGF made two v50+ yard kicks to Hunt's one. At 40-49 yards, DGF was a cool 9/10. Hunt, on the other hand, was a mere 3/5, simply not good enough for serious consideration. "PhastBawl," you might say, "Was a perfect 5/5 from 40-49." Sure, that's pretty good, I guess, if your standards are low enough to overlook a 71.4% field goal percentage, and 0/4 kicks from 50+. If you're going to be the best kicker, you need at least a semblance of consistency, and you definitely need to connect on those truly challenging, 50+ yard kicks. DGF's case only improves when you consider she led all humans in 33 extra point attempts, likely because Norfolk generously did their best to set her up for as many as possible.
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Off-season evaluation: Norfolk Seawolves
Quarterback
The Seawolves have an embarrassment of riches, with Ramza and Skywalker, two excellent quarterbacks, each an insurance policy against the other Nicole up to the ISFL. I recommend no change, here.
Running Back
Skrills and Sunrise were both adept runners this season, and the rookie Rogers has worked to improve. Therl Seawolves should be safe staying pat on the offensive backfield.
Offensive Line
Norfolk rolled with four bots, plus Pennington as the score, at Tackle. It's hard to imagine them investing more into the line at the moment.
Tight End
The rookie Krashwagen showed a lot of potential this season, but, Hopkins, the only depth behind him, is lackluster. This would be a position to keep an eye on in the draft.
Wide Receiver
Matthews and Haugland are both reliable targets, but the two young players behind them have questionable upside and don't appear to be future starters, since they are little better than bots, one season in. Norfolk should put serious effort into acquiring a third threat to play on passing downs.
Defensive Tackle
Two young players, Sinclair and Sternenstaub, plug the middle for Norfolk. Sinclair plays a 1 and 2 technique, either demanding a double team or dominating his blocker. Sternenstaub plays a 3 technique. There is no depth behind these two, so, while both should return, a substitute and future replacement for both needs to be a high priority.
Defensive End
Kong, Namen and Simpson make a versatile trio at End for the Seawolves. Kong is a pure speed rusher, whereas Simpson is focused on power moves, like having a third tackle on the field. Namen is an adequate substitute to spell either player, but cannot be counted on as a potential starter.
Linebacker
Norfolk's lethal linebacker corps features two rookies and is headed by the indomitable Scott and Marshall. I expect them to be even better next season, which should be terrifying for the rest of the league.
Corner Backs
In Quackstack and Vaughne, the Seawolves have two reliable corners, but Waffle provides questionable depth behind them, making this a position of he'd in the draft.
Safety
The Seawolves compensate for their thin lineup at corner back by fielding three safeties that can play anywhere in the defensive backfield. Blanco and Button have blazing speed, whereas Cross plays like an extra linebacker, intimidating any receiver that dares go over the middle.
Kicker/Punter
Guava-Fresca proved an excellent performer on special teams this season. If she can be retained, Norfolk will be set there. If not, this will go from a position of strength to extreme weakness.
Draft Picks
Norfolk have not made any moves this season to suck up on draft capital. They will need to make their picks count.
8)
Off-season evaluation: Norfolk Seawolves
Quarterback
The Seawolves have an embarrassment of riches, with Ramza and Skywalker, two excellent quarterbacks, each an insurance policy against the other Nicole up to the ISFL. I recommend no change, here.
Running Back
Skrills and Sunrise were both adept runners this season, and the rookie Rogers has worked to improve. Therl Seawolves should be safe staying pat on the offensive backfield.
Offensive Line
Norfolk rolled with four bots, plus Pennington as the score, at Tackle. It's hard to imagine them investing more into the line at the moment.
Tight End
The rookie Krashwagen showed a lot of potential this season, but, Hopkins, the only depth behind him, is lackluster. This would be a position to keep an eye on in the draft.
Wide Receiver
Matthews and Haugland are both reliable targets, but the two young players behind them have questionable upside and don't appear to be future starters, since they are little better than bots, one season in. Norfolk should put serious effort into acquiring a third threat to play on passing downs.
Defensive Tackle
Two young players, Sinclair and Sternenstaub, plug the middle for Norfolk. Sinclair plays a 1 and 2 technique, either demanding a double team or dominating his blocker. Sternenstaub plays a 3 technique. There is no depth behind these two, so, while both should return, a substitute and future replacement for both needs to be a high priority.
Defensive End
Kong, Namen and Simpson make a versatile trio at End for the Seawolves. Kong is a pure speed rusher, whereas Simpson is focused on power moves, like having a third tackle on the field. Namen is an adequate substitute to spell either player, but cannot be counted on as a potential starter.
Linebacker
Norfolk's lethal linebacker corps features two rookies and is headed by the indomitable Scott and Marshall. I expect them to be even better next season, which should be terrifying for the rest of the league.
Corner Backs
In Quackstack and Vaughne, the Seawolves have two reliable corners, but Waffle provides questionable depth behind them, making this a position of he'd in the draft.
Safety
The Seawolves compensate for their thin lineup at corner back by fielding three safeties that can play anywhere in the defensive backfield. Blanco and Button have blazing speed, whereas Cross plays like an extra linebacker, intimidating any receiver that dares go over the middle.
Kicker/Punter
Guava-Fresca proved an excellent performer on special teams this season. If she can be retained, Norfolk will be set there. If not, this will go from a position of strength to extreme weakness.
Draft Picks
Norfolk have not made any moves this season to suck up on draft capital. They will need to make their picks count.
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