12-22-2021, 01:18 PM
(This post was last modified: 12-22-2021, 01:19 PM by jzajenius36. Edited 1 time in total.)
12.
I was very tempted to go back and revisit Ryan Negs, QB for the Liberty, for this task. Last year I highlighted how he really failed to make the jump into where he belongs, which is with the best of the best in the ISFL. This year he really quieted the critics as he had the highest QBR in the league. But besides that, I’d like to spend the rest of these words on Liberty Tight End Borgo San Lorenzo. Borgo established himself as the clear-cut best tight end in the league in season 32. His 89 catches lead the grouping, as did his 954 yards receiving and 8 touchdowns. This is especially impressive considering the Liberty were often a run-heavy team, finishing with the 4th-most attempts in the league, as well as the fact that receiver Jake Fencik, finished 3rd in the league in receiving yards and 10th in grabs. Nevertheless, when the chips were down and Negs needed a safety valve, San Lorenzo proved to be that dude. Even in the team’s uninspiring playoff performance against the Berlin Fire Salamanders, San Lorenzo finished with the most receptions and receiving yards on the Liberty, catching 7 for 50. Those 7 catches were tied for a game-high as well. Not to be overlooked, San Lorenzo also finished with 5 pancakes, tied for the firth-best number in the game, while also allowing no sacks. Now entering his 6th year, San Lorenzo is no spring chicken and unknown commodity. All those hits and mucking in the trenches will soon begin to catch up to him; however, that’s a few years down the line. San Lorenzo should be poised for a similar – if not better year in season 33 (assuming he puts in the work in the offseason). If he continues to improve, and his QB Negs takes even just another half-step forward, we may be talking San Lorenzo not only the best tight end, but perhaps the best pass-catcher in the ISFL.
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14.
This what quite the season for the Liberty, that’s for sure. Most wins in franchise history with 11. A bye week heading into the playoffs. One of the most impactful defenses in the league. Finally, all the work our GM Pat and the rest of us season 25-ish veterans have put in finally came to fruition. The master plan bore fruit! After coming up short the past couple years, it looked like the Liberty had a really strong path to the Ultimus. A lot of that had to do with QB Ryan Negs finally making THE jump. While a good running game, offensive line, and skill position players rounded out an effective offense, the defense is what really lead the Season 32 charge. The Liberty lead the league in sacks and interceptions, headed by linebacker duo Xavier Walls and Gary Goodman, who each posted 18 sacks. CB Doy Fieri lead a group of 5 ballhawkers who all registered at least 2 interceptions on the season. DT Honky Tonk Haywood lead all DT’s in combined sacks, tackles for loss, forced fumbles, and fumbles recovered. A true team effort on that side of the ball, with few if any weaknesses. Unfortunately, after all the win and accolades, it all added up to a playoff loss at home against the Berlin Fire Salamanders, 16-12. Despite holding MVP-candidate Goat Tank to 28 yards on 13 carries and intercepting Zaylren once, and forcing 7 punts, Philly could not translate effective defense into points. Negs was only able to post completions for 5.5 yard average, with the running game completely stifled outside of two 19-yard runs. While there is still a ton of optimism surrounding the Liberty’s Ultimus hopes for season 33, Season 32 – while magical at times – will largely be remembered as a missed opportunity for a team that had home field and a bye on its path to a championship.
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I was very tempted to go back and revisit Ryan Negs, QB for the Liberty, for this task. Last year I highlighted how he really failed to make the jump into where he belongs, which is with the best of the best in the ISFL. This year he really quieted the critics as he had the highest QBR in the league. But besides that, I’d like to spend the rest of these words on Liberty Tight End Borgo San Lorenzo. Borgo established himself as the clear-cut best tight end in the league in season 32. His 89 catches lead the grouping, as did his 954 yards receiving and 8 touchdowns. This is especially impressive considering the Liberty were often a run-heavy team, finishing with the 4th-most attempts in the league, as well as the fact that receiver Jake Fencik, finished 3rd in the league in receiving yards and 10th in grabs. Nevertheless, when the chips were down and Negs needed a safety valve, San Lorenzo proved to be that dude. Even in the team’s uninspiring playoff performance against the Berlin Fire Salamanders, San Lorenzo finished with the most receptions and receiving yards on the Liberty, catching 7 for 50. Those 7 catches were tied for a game-high as well. Not to be overlooked, San Lorenzo also finished with 5 pancakes, tied for the firth-best number in the game, while also allowing no sacks. Now entering his 6th year, San Lorenzo is no spring chicken and unknown commodity. All those hits and mucking in the trenches will soon begin to catch up to him; however, that’s a few years down the line. San Lorenzo should be poised for a similar – if not better year in season 33 (assuming he puts in the work in the offseason). If he continues to improve, and his QB Negs takes even just another half-step forward, we may be talking San Lorenzo not only the best tight end, but perhaps the best pass-catcher in the ISFL.
(330 words)
14.
This what quite the season for the Liberty, that’s for sure. Most wins in franchise history with 11. A bye week heading into the playoffs. One of the most impactful defenses in the league. Finally, all the work our GM Pat and the rest of us season 25-ish veterans have put in finally came to fruition. The master plan bore fruit! After coming up short the past couple years, it looked like the Liberty had a really strong path to the Ultimus. A lot of that had to do with QB Ryan Negs finally making THE jump. While a good running game, offensive line, and skill position players rounded out an effective offense, the defense is what really lead the Season 32 charge. The Liberty lead the league in sacks and interceptions, headed by linebacker duo Xavier Walls and Gary Goodman, who each posted 18 sacks. CB Doy Fieri lead a group of 5 ballhawkers who all registered at least 2 interceptions on the season. DT Honky Tonk Haywood lead all DT’s in combined sacks, tackles for loss, forced fumbles, and fumbles recovered. A true team effort on that side of the ball, with few if any weaknesses. Unfortunately, after all the win and accolades, it all added up to a playoff loss at home against the Berlin Fire Salamanders, 16-12. Despite holding MVP-candidate Goat Tank to 28 yards on 13 carries and intercepting Zaylren once, and forcing 7 punts, Philly could not translate effective defense into points. Negs was only able to post completions for 5.5 yard average, with the running game completely stifled outside of two 19-yard runs. While there is still a ton of optimism surrounding the Liberty’s Ultimus hopes for season 33, Season 32 – while magical at times – will largely be remembered as a missed opportunity for a team that had home field and a bye on its path to a championship.
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