(S2) - PT #3 - Bold Predictions

[manicmav36]

My bold prediction for the year, the Baltimore Hawks will make the playoffs in S2. Why is that bold? The Hawks won only 4 games last year and were predicted to win 5 at the start of this year. They were widely regarded as the worst of the non-expansion teams, and many even had the Las Vegas Legion finishing above them this year as well.

Reasons to believe!:
-The Hawks started this season at 2-2, both losses were away games, with one loss by 7 points, and the other by only 1 point.
-The Hawks have both the league leading rusher and league leading passer.
- Their offensive line is third for most pancake blocks and tied for second with least sacks allowed.
- Their defense is second in the NSFL in sacks, leads the league in both fumbles caused and fumbles recovered, and is the only team to block a field goal this year.
- Rookies, rookies everywhere! Their starting running back, #2/#3 receivers, and starting tight end are all active rookies and will continue to improve. Their entire offensive line is made of rookies, 3 of whom are improving rapidly. They're also starting rookies on defense at defensive end, defensive tackle, linebacker, cornerback, and free safety. Their continued growth will help the Hawks make a late season push.
- Their veterans have stepped up in a big way. Quarterback Kyubee leads the league in passing years. Wide receiver Christmas is third in receiving yards and tied for first in receiving touchdowns. Defensive end Hendrix is tied for third with the most sacks in the NSFL, while linebacker Broadway is fourth in sacks and second in tackles.
- Their kicker has made two 50+ yard field goals, including the current league record of one from 57 yards.

If this doesn't make you believe, nothing will!