11-20-2020, 12:12 AM
(This post was last modified: 11-20-2020, 12:57 AM by bigbluex02.)
Task 25:
Another UW means another Pro Bowl competition suggestion, however, this year seems to be a bit different. With the global pandemic and the high transmission risk of COVID-19, I feel like this years Pro Bowl Skills competition games would be a little bit different. The first competition I would suggest would be a hotdog, pie, cupcake, some sort of food eating competition. I feel like this would be a great competition to feature Offensive lineman versus defensive lineman, defensive backs versus wide receivers, kickers versus punters, etc. With the amount of training players do, I feel like eating a high amount of food should be no problem for some of these guys. Secondly, I feel like there could be a huge tournament of Madden, or any video game really, that all of the players could partake in. This is another event that can be played at a socially distanced area to limit COVID concerns, but also involve the players competitive attitudes. Additionally, I think most players are huge gamers, so it would definitely combine two things they love the most: football and video games. Lastly, I think a great challenge would be individual obstacle courses. Like a football version of ninja warrior where each person competes by themselves. Could do either a tournament style or different stages until there is a last man standing! Like I said, this years pro bowl could get interesting with all of the Covid regulations and finding creative ways to still have fun and compete! (250 WORDS)
Task 16:
Although awards season is already over (congrats to all of the winners) I still think that Thomas Rose should have won at least Linebacker of the Year for this past season. My player, Thomas Rose, was a huge part of the Kansas City Coyotes defense this year. Filling the top linebacker spot on the team, he finished with an impressive 114 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 2 forced fumbles, 9 sacks, 3 interceptions, and 7 pass deflections. Amongst active linebackers this season, Thomas Rose ranked: fifth in tackles, third in tackles for loss, tied for second in forced fumbles, third in sacks, first in interceptions, and sixth in pass deflections on a team that failed to make the playoffs. Compared to the winner who was second, fifth, tied for second, first, third, and first on a much better team. I understand that while Rose did not have a superstar season, he was the most valuable defensive player to his team this season. He kept Kansas City in a lot of games, commanded the defense, and was ultimately a huge reason why they made such a strong playoff push. After barely cracking over 80 tackles last season, Thomas Rose came with a vengeance this season and did not disappoint. I strongly feel that if his team made the playoffs and won, he may have locked up this award. But regardless, I am happy he got second place and earned some respect. (240 WORDS)
Task 22:
This years DSFL draft has a boat load of talent. Tons of guys are finally beginning their careers, starting a fresh career, or simply continuing a legacy from a previous life. Every draft has one standout guy that I think will be above the rest. Last season I chose GOAT Tank, and this season, I am choosing one of my teammates Arthur Naught, Wide Receiver, out of the University of Pennsylvania. Representing Canada with a solid frame at 6’2” and 215 pounds, Arthur Naught is a route running wide receiver who has phenomenal footwork and speed that kills defensive backs; one of the highest max speed potentials I have seen in a while. This season he was the leading receiver for the Kansas City Coyotes and it is very easy to see why. Drawing comparisons of Antonio Brown (minus the off field antics) and Keenan Allen, Arthur truly knows how to get off the line and keep defensive backs on their toes all game. He excels at running every route and creating separation due to his high potentials in speed and agility, potentials that many secondaries will have trouble defending. He also has great hands and ball control, being able to bring down any ball that comes his way no matter the defender interference. Although his strength is a bit lackluster and his intelligence has yet to be truly tested, I think Naught will be a fine piece for any DSFL team and I think he is an ISFL star in the making. (253 WORDS)
Task 30:
This year was a big year for the league because of the expansion draft and adding two more teams into the mix in the ISFL. Although an exciting time, it was definitely not exciting for the players on the team given the outcome of their seasons. This year we were introduced to the Berlin Fire Salamanders and the New York Silverbacks and even with top tier names, these two were bottom tier teams when it came to the standings. Berlin finished dead last in league and conference at 3-13, and New York did not fare any better at a record of 4-12. Both teams were pitiful at keeping opponents offenses off the field and were terrible at playing Road games. However, there was some good for both teams. Berlin was by far an elite rushing team, finishing first in their conference and third in the league for yards per game. So although they were dead last at scoring points, they have a huge upside in being able to run the ball with efficiency! Something they should game plan for. New York was also very efficient at running the ball, finishing fourth in their conference and sixth overall! Their biggest downside was not winning a single game away from home. Something that they truly need to be better at if they want to compete some day. Both teams need to improve heavily, starting with getting a couple offensive weapons and cleaning up the defense. However, both run the ball well and should probably build around that in the coming seasons. (259 WORDS)
Another UW means another Pro Bowl competition suggestion, however, this year seems to be a bit different. With the global pandemic and the high transmission risk of COVID-19, I feel like this years Pro Bowl Skills competition games would be a little bit different. The first competition I would suggest would be a hotdog, pie, cupcake, some sort of food eating competition. I feel like this would be a great competition to feature Offensive lineman versus defensive lineman, defensive backs versus wide receivers, kickers versus punters, etc. With the amount of training players do, I feel like eating a high amount of food should be no problem for some of these guys. Secondly, I feel like there could be a huge tournament of Madden, or any video game really, that all of the players could partake in. This is another event that can be played at a socially distanced area to limit COVID concerns, but also involve the players competitive attitudes. Additionally, I think most players are huge gamers, so it would definitely combine two things they love the most: football and video games. Lastly, I think a great challenge would be individual obstacle courses. Like a football version of ninja warrior where each person competes by themselves. Could do either a tournament style or different stages until there is a last man standing! Like I said, this years pro bowl could get interesting with all of the Covid regulations and finding creative ways to still have fun and compete! (250 WORDS)
Task 16:
Although awards season is already over (congrats to all of the winners) I still think that Thomas Rose should have won at least Linebacker of the Year for this past season. My player, Thomas Rose, was a huge part of the Kansas City Coyotes defense this year. Filling the top linebacker spot on the team, he finished with an impressive 114 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 2 forced fumbles, 9 sacks, 3 interceptions, and 7 pass deflections. Amongst active linebackers this season, Thomas Rose ranked: fifth in tackles, third in tackles for loss, tied for second in forced fumbles, third in sacks, first in interceptions, and sixth in pass deflections on a team that failed to make the playoffs. Compared to the winner who was second, fifth, tied for second, first, third, and first on a much better team. I understand that while Rose did not have a superstar season, he was the most valuable defensive player to his team this season. He kept Kansas City in a lot of games, commanded the defense, and was ultimately a huge reason why they made such a strong playoff push. After barely cracking over 80 tackles last season, Thomas Rose came with a vengeance this season and did not disappoint. I strongly feel that if his team made the playoffs and won, he may have locked up this award. But regardless, I am happy he got second place and earned some respect. (240 WORDS)
Task 22:
This years DSFL draft has a boat load of talent. Tons of guys are finally beginning their careers, starting a fresh career, or simply continuing a legacy from a previous life. Every draft has one standout guy that I think will be above the rest. Last season I chose GOAT Tank, and this season, I am choosing one of my teammates Arthur Naught, Wide Receiver, out of the University of Pennsylvania. Representing Canada with a solid frame at 6’2” and 215 pounds, Arthur Naught is a route running wide receiver who has phenomenal footwork and speed that kills defensive backs; one of the highest max speed potentials I have seen in a while. This season he was the leading receiver for the Kansas City Coyotes and it is very easy to see why. Drawing comparisons of Antonio Brown (minus the off field antics) and Keenan Allen, Arthur truly knows how to get off the line and keep defensive backs on their toes all game. He excels at running every route and creating separation due to his high potentials in speed and agility, potentials that many secondaries will have trouble defending. He also has great hands and ball control, being able to bring down any ball that comes his way no matter the defender interference. Although his strength is a bit lackluster and his intelligence has yet to be truly tested, I think Naught will be a fine piece for any DSFL team and I think he is an ISFL star in the making. (253 WORDS)
Task 30:
This year was a big year for the league because of the expansion draft and adding two more teams into the mix in the ISFL. Although an exciting time, it was definitely not exciting for the players on the team given the outcome of their seasons. This year we were introduced to the Berlin Fire Salamanders and the New York Silverbacks and even with top tier names, these two were bottom tier teams when it came to the standings. Berlin finished dead last in league and conference at 3-13, and New York did not fare any better at a record of 4-12. Both teams were pitiful at keeping opponents offenses off the field and were terrible at playing Road games. However, there was some good for both teams. Berlin was by far an elite rushing team, finishing first in their conference and third in the league for yards per game. So although they were dead last at scoring points, they have a huge upside in being able to run the ball with efficiency! Something they should game plan for. New York was also very efficient at running the ball, finishing fourth in their conference and sixth overall! Their biggest downside was not winning a single game away from home. Something that they truly need to be better at if they want to compete some day. Both teams need to improve heavily, starting with getting a couple offensive weapons and cleaning up the defense. However, both run the ball well and should probably build around that in the coming seasons. (259 WORDS)
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