(S21) - Ultimus Week

[Voltaqe]

13) Interview with @BadLck
How did you enjoy your first season in the league?

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It was quite a fun experience. Had some ups and downs but overall I had a great time and I look forward to continuing on in the league.

You were a high draft pick but didn’t quite perform as many of people thought you would. Any thought on this?

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Well in personal stats it may not look the greatest but overall our team did great. My team had a lot of sacks and I believe it is in part of me taking the double team which allowed the rest of my line to work 1 on 1.

Anything you want to say to the NSFL GMs who might draft you?

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Look if you pick me you’re picking the King. I will continue to be the top earner of the class and will never let go of my title as King. Don’t regret passing up the next great DT.

What teams interest you the most? The least?

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Honestly the team I’m most interested in right now is the Honolulu Hahalua. They are from Hawaii, have a great name and I have been having a great time talking with their GMs and the people in their locker room. They are by far top team on my list. As for teams that interest me the least. Umm I don’t really have any. They all have their benefits and overall all seem pretty interesting.

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13) This interview is with @Voltaqe
You just finished your 1st season in the big leagues. How does it differ from the DSFL.

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Man it is a hell of a lot different. The guys are way faster, stronger, and stick to you like glue. Getting open and making plays was way harder but luckily I had a great QB who always put the ball right into my hands to make my life much easier. Don’t get me wrong Chika was great but Corvo was on another level.

Speaking of Chika. Are you excited to play with her again in the NSFL if she gets called up?

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Hell yeah I am extremely excited. Chika and I have been great friends and we still keep in touch. Watching how much she grew in the DSFL makes me excited to see what she’s gonna do at the next level. I think she can step up and be one of the next great Baltimore QBs

You guys came in first for the regular season but fell short in playoffs. What happend?

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Well every playoff team in the NSFL is great. Really they out played us in our own home and I’m sorry to our fans that had to see that.

Anything you want to say to those fans now?

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Look I know we disappointed in the playoffs and I am sorry for that but we are working our butts off to improve so continue to give us that great support you have been and next year we are going for it all

18) This honestly is probably the easiest task and a no brainer so I decided to do it. Earl Maddox deserves to and will win this years wide receiver of the year award and I wouldn’t be surprised if it was unanimous. He had a big year for the Hawks and it wouldn’t be a stretch to say that the connection between him and Corvo was the reason we got first in our conference. He had a huge yard total at 1113 which is good enough to earn him 3rd highest in yards out of all wide receivers. Now we get to some crazier stats with him having 20.2 yards per reception which is also good enough for 3rd out of all wide receivers but the two players above him have less than 40 catches each while Maddox has 55. This man was a walking first down and then some and we used that to our advantage. Now for possibly his greatest stat. His touchdown total for the year was a monstrous 14 which is good enough for 1st in the league for wide receivers. He averaged more than 1 touchdown per game in the regular season which is huge for a wide receiver. He was the best player on one of the best teams. Should be a for sure choice.

19) I know I haven’t been on the team for long but the Baltimore Hawks is the single best locker room I have been in. It is a much more chill atmosphere compared to the rest of the league where you can just kick back, relax, and talk to some chill dudes. It is a refreshing break from the craziness that is the general chats. Everyone is really knowledgeable about the league so if you ever are in need of some help someone is on who can help you out. The GMs very much embody the atmosphere they created are are very laid back and easy to talk to. Now this isn’t to say that we don’t try to win. As you can see by the Hawks history we strive for greatness and are one of the most storied franchises in the league. Let’s also not forget they have the illustrious Wing of Honor for the greatest hawks to ever play. This also gives player something to strive for as anyone would be lying if they said they didn’t one day hope to be part of the Wing of Honor. Possibly the only thing we could improve on is the activity level some times but really it hasn’t been a huge issue personally. I love the Hawks and wouldn’t wanna be anywhere else.

[RainDelay]

I don't have to do Ultimus Week, but I want @RaiderNation to get credit.

1) What are you most excited about for your journey on an expansion team?

2) Sarasota is a new team, but which team would you consider their biggest rival and why?

3) Which other expansion draft pickup are you happiest to team up with and why?

4) What is your favorite sport other than football and why do you like it?


1) The experience to meet my new teammates and coaching staff. The excitement in meeting the entire personnel in the organization that makes the team run. There's something about going through the building/rebuild process and seeing the outcome 3-5 years down the line. The work put in day in and day out by every individual is no different than a team that's contending. We're all professionals. When you get a group of guys that become family and not just teammates, you can achieve greatness.

2) Kind of a corny answer but I'm leaning on none other than the other S22 expansion team, Honolulu Holalu (however it's spelled). Simply because they both have a strong reference to water, both have a great color scheme and feel these two teams can rival any previous expansion teams.

3) I'm excited to be here with the entire group of guys drafted in expansion with me. They've all put in their fair of hard work in this league and have my utmost respect. Dexter! A great guy going up against in previous seasons making each other better in the process and now having more time to do the same together in practice. @Dexter let's get money! My boii Lazzo Fourty-Two and I are sim league regulars and seem to be guided to the same team at some point in time no matter the league/sport. Excited to share another lr with you. @Lazzo

4) Basketball. Being a kid born in Jamaica and moving to LA at a young age I got to grow with the Great Kobe Bryant. Nuff said. #LegendsNeverDie

[Tylus]

Interview A Superstar

We interviewed Michael Witheblock(WR - KC) and got his take on a few questions about the league as well as the most recent ultimus and playoffs.


Who would you consider your biggest rival and why?

Our biggest rivals in the league as a team are the Portland Pythons. I don‘t know exactly why, it‘s just a historical thing, I guess. We are in the same league, they like to trash talk, we answer it. You know, just like those rivalries are built up. We also had our conference championship game against them, which we could win. That was a good feeling.
Individually I don‘t have a rival I know of. At least for the moment there is none.

What would you consider the toughest obstacle during this years playoffs?

The toughest obstacle in the playoffs was something we lost on the last two gamedays of the regular season. We only had to win one more game and we would have the home field advantage throughout the playoffs, so also in the champoinship game. But we lost both and had to play the Ultimini in Myrtle Beach. This was a tough challenge and it was too tough for us on that day.

Who do you see as a favorite to win next year in the DSFL?

There are several teams, which may have a shot. The defending champions, Myrtle Beach will for sure have a shot, but I also wouldn‘t count out the Dallas Birddogs. They had an awesome draft this year, so they have a solid team to build up on. And for sure the Kansas City Coyotes will have a good chance to be next year‘s champion.

How do you prepare for a playoff game?

The preparation for the whole team is similar to a regular season game, but a bit more in depth. I for myself have my rituals going into a game, I don‘t change that for the playoffs. You heard of Gardner Minshew‘s jockstrap? I also use it to the fullest extent.

We wish to thank Mr. Witheblock for his cooperation in making this interview happen.



Scouting Report

Tychondrius Hood

Tychondrius Hood is the type of player you want in your locker room as well as on the field. Hood is hungry for wins and a great presence among his teammates. He is the first one to congratulate a fellow player, or hype up his team before a big game. Hood has never been in trouble or made any off-the-field errors.

Now lets talk about what he's like on the field.

Hood played 3 years at the University of Florida, immediately making impact plays as a return specialist. He would score 3 times on returns as well as 2 rushing and 6 receiving touchdowns in just his freshman season alone. He would make strides the next season after being promoted to the WR2 position. His sophomore campaign would net him over 900 yards through the air and 9 touchdowns, not to mention 450 yards on the ground with 3 rushing touchdowns. His longest catch would be a 65 yarder against LSU to win the game with time running out. He would go into his junior year with a top quality quarterback, and high expectations. With college ball being as unpredictable as it is, the star QB for Florida would break his leg, ending his season, and dashing the hopes of Florida fans. The backup quarterback would be a true freshman, a very raw player. Hood would see a drop in production afterward, only netting 864 yards and 8 touchdowns. Although his production was low, he would make the best of any situation where he got the ball in his hands, averaging 27 YPC and a long of 84 yards, 65 of them being after contact.

Nobody is really sure what they will get with Hood. Does he need consistent quarterback play to be a star, or will he put his destiny in his own hands and show NSFL fans that he is a force to be reckoned with? We'll find out as the upcoming DSFL draft will be on April 22nd. Hood hopes to be one of the first wideouts off the board. We'll just have to wait and see.


Pay It Forward

Lets talk about Michael Witheblock. I've been a part of this league for only a few days, and while many have offered help and given me tons of tips and advice, Michael has gone above and beyond. As a fellow WR he has answered any questions I've had so far, as well as just being all around friendly. This league has so many new(and young) players, I'm amazed at how friendly and helpful players like Michael have been. There honestly isn't anything more he could have done to help. As a new face I've been able to figure out how some things work, but any time I'm struggling to figure something out, I know that I can count on Mr. Witheblock to assist me. I'm the type of person to ask a million questions until I understand something fully, and Michael didn't even blink at my assault of inquiry upon his mind. He's been a great mentor for me, and I would highly recommend him as a mentor for any other prospects. Him and his team have been very welcoming and patient, and I couldn't appreciate his help any more than I do now. To conclude, Michael Witheblock is the man, no cap, on fleek.


Sponsorships

Tychondrius Hood has been contacted by GATORADE to appear in a new commercial. Hood, being one of the gators most explosive and fun to watch players is a fairly obvious choice especially for gator fans, where the sports beverage was developed. The commercial will be a commercial about never giving less than 100%. This is perfect for Hood, as his junior season was wrought with inconsistent quarterback play, after their star QB suffered a season ending injury during the first game of the season. Hood would never speak poorly of his quarterback, even through poor play from the young freshman. Tychondrius Hood would play every game with all of his heart, and that is why Gatorade wants to put him in a commercial. Hood spent a day with gatorade executives on Friday to discuss the commercial and the details surrounding his deal with them. The executives reportedly "fell in love" with Hoods personality and are considering making him the poster athlete for the very popular drink company. The commercial will be a 30 second ad and will air during the DSFL draft, fittingly enough, as Hood is hopeful to be drafted early in that draft. Hoods comments on gatorade - "I drink it sometimes."

[DarknessRising]

Interview a star - NicholasTheGreat (Bruce Buckley)

1. How does it feel to come off winning the trophy in your rookie year? Do you feel more pressure to succed in the NSFL as a result?

It was one of the greatest feelings in the world and probably the best i have felt in my entire life. It was my first time playing competitive football and to win straight away was absolutely incredible. The feeling of winning the Ultimini will drive me to replicate that in the NSFL, there isn't pressure to win but there is an expectation almost".

2. Do you think that if you are drafted into a losing team from a winning team enviornment, that transition would be difficult to do?

I would see it as a challenge to transform the new team. I know i am able in my abilities and my plan is to spread that knowledge and attitude to my teammates in my new environment. It may be a difficult transition but i will get over it as to ensure my team has the best potential player they can get from me

3. What about the Murtle Beach Buccaners will you miss the most? Which player or member of staff was the biggest positive influence on your growth as a player?

The locker room culture and environment is absolutely the best part about the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers. There are a lot of great people in there who want to get the best for everyone and themselves. They are encouraging the best out of everyone. It is incredibly difficult to pick one player that was the biggest influence on me but to include some of them i have to look at Frost, Evans, Egghands and of course Cory.

4. Now going onto the NSFL league, do you ever see yourself going back home to Australia to play your football?

I can't see myself personally going back to Australia to play professional football. As much as i miss the place and my family and friends, the set up for American Football is completely basic to the NSFL. I'm here to become the greatest lineman to play the game and i need to do that in the greatest league, the NSFL is the greatest league.

Sponsorship

It is with great pleasure that we have heard recently of Kai Sakura’s first sponsorship deal, with home-entertainment mega bran, Nintendo, in a recent ad campaign. Whilst Kai was glad to detail to us about how ecstatic he was to be able to promote one of his home countries most notable brands, as well as a brand he fully supports as an avid gamer, he also gave us a few insights into what the ad, and specifically his role, will be. Kai went on to explain the ad was to be targeted towards adolescents and young professional couples, the type of people who are starting to live their life but still haven’t got the full responsibilities of an older adult and hence still have downtown to paly some games. Nintendo brought in Kai since they saw him as a high prospect for the DSFL, he could represent his own nation whilst pushing himself out to a new audience. Kai explained that his role in the ad was that similar to a model. “For the most part, all I had to do was sit on the couch they had on set and play a few different games and just really enjoy it. It was pretty easy since I already enjoy playing the games they wanted me to demonstrate. It was such a good introduction to the ad world.” We can’t wait to see what this suberb young talent looks like in hopefully the first of many ads. We wish him luck in his journey in the advertisement world.

Scouting Report - Kai Sakura

Kai is one of the 10 Wide Receiver prospects who are currently throwing their hat into the ring for the S22 DSFL draft. He, like 5 other wide receiver prospects, role is a speed receiver, meaning he has more competition heading into the draft compared to the three route runners and lone RedZone threat receiver that are also in the draft. Whilst highly contended, Kai’s work ethic has seen him achieve the higher end of TPE, giving him an advantage over some of his competition that may potentially see his stocks rise in the eyes of the DSFL general managers. An interesting note about Kai, is that he is open to flexing or transitioning to another role, even saving the TPE he has earnt to adapt if asked upon by the team that picks him up. This flexibility that he offers could be the point of difference that sells Kai over other Wide receivers in the class and gives him more appeal as he openly demonstrates his team first nature.

Whilst anything can happen in the draft, Kai is a solid prospect that has many upsides with limited downsides to any team that may pick him up. Look for him to go in the early-mid rounds of the draft as a good workhorse and potential gem for the team that decides to draft him.

Hoisting the Trophy

[juicychase]

18) Awards Season
I believe my London Royals teammate, Derred De Ville deserves the Defensive MVP Award. Derred was all over the field this year. Playing on an expansion team in its first year isn't easy but Derred was a true leader on and off the field. He racked up on the stat sheet recording 147 tackles, 9 sacks, 1 interception and 2 fumble recoveries. The 147 tackles were good for 2nd as were his 9 sacks. Only 1 other player recorded over 100 tackles and 8 sacks for the season. He was also stout in pass coverage with 8 passes defended and accounted for 3 totals turnovers - 1 interception and 2 forced fumbles while recovering both. In week 11 vs the Bucs, De Ville recorded an astounding 18 tackles. In the week 1 win over the Dallas Birddogs, he recorded 3 sacks showing off his elite pass rushing skill. De Ville will be a star in the NSFL and is projected by many to go in the top 10 of this year's draft. He continually showed the ability to disrupt the passer, make tackles in space and cover TEs or RBs when asked to. He was a true ball hawk this season and should continue to strike fear into opposing offensive coordinators for years to come.

19) Team Culture
I love the team culture at the London Royals. As a first year expansion team, we were always the underdogs but that gave us a scrappy, fighting attitude. We missed the playoffs this year but it wasn't a complete disaster of a first season. We finished with a record of 5-9 with some key wins over the Grey Ducks, Seawolves and Luchadores. Our GMs, Deadly Player and Modern Duke, are very helpful to the entire team and always around to answer questions. There were many times were I wasn't sure where to line up or what assignment I had and they were always there to help guide me. The locker room is full of all kinds of characters too. Acura Skyline and Ben Stackinpaper like to play pranks on people like farting in their cereal or pissing in their shampoo bottles. Ed Ball and Bick Kaepercolin were the more serious one's in the locker room. They almost came to blows a few times with Skyline and Stackinpaper over a whip cream incident. Although we like to have fun, we also like to win. With many of our players looking to get drafted and move onto the NSFL, next year will be another challenging year for the Royals. We just have to remember the ultimate goal is the championship and to keep our eyes on the prize.

16) Scouting Report
Simeon Works is an upcoming NSFL draft prospect who played last season on the DSFL's London Royals. While works didn't have a massive statistical season, he was an anchor for a defensive line that featured 2 all star caliber linebackers in Sandro Ryeu and Derred De Ville. It could be argued that without Works and his fellow Defensive Lineman commanding double teams and holding up blockers that these 2 all pro linebackers would not have been able to have the huge statistical season they had. Works recorded 29 tackles, 10 tackles for loss and 3 sacks over 14 games. In week 3 vs the Seawolves, he recorded 2 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He also recorded 2 tackles for loss in week 9 vs the Luchadores. Works has good speed and acceleration off the snap. He is stronger than most give him credit for. What he likes currently is endurance and lateral agility. Works needs to continue improving his agility if he hopes to shed blockers in the NSFL. Works has been training in the offseason with famed trainer, Jeff Goldblum and the Goldblum Performance Institute in Tampa, Florida. Works has the versatility to play either defensive end or outside linebacker and the next level. He will benefit most from a team that will put him in multiple positions to succeed in rushing the passer.

17) Sponsorships
Simeon Works was contacted by Big Mike's Meat Warmers to appear in their upcoming Ultimus commercial ad. The ad will feature other big names like Lebron James and Shaquille O'Neil. The ad is rumored to have cost between $8-$10 million dollars to produce. Combine that with the $3 million cost to actually air the ad inside the Ultimus, this could be the most expensive commercial campaign ever. The ad starts off in a grocery store with Shaq, Lebron and Simeon sitting in the deli aisle. Shaq says to Simeon, "do you like cold cuts". Simeon responds that he only likes his meats warm and Lebron, dressed as cupid in a diaper, flies down from the ceiling and presents his Big Meat Warmer. The Meat Warmer comes in 3 different sizes, Black, White and Yellow. Shaq then slaps Simeon in the face with a foot long salami and they both begin to chuckle. Simeon jams his salami into the meat warmer and prepares to salivate. Lebron sets off the fire alarm and the sprinklers start going off. The Big Meat Warmer turns into a transformer and extinguishes the flames with his built in white foam. The camera cuts back to Simeon and Shaq shoveling warm salami into their mouths and high-fiving. Simeon then says "call Big Big Mike for the biggest and best Meat Warmers in the business"

[BWIII]

2) Playoffs MVP


4) OL or K/P Appreciation
Givussafare Rubbe is easily one of, if not the best offensive lineman in the entire NSFL. He showed his dominance in the regular season for the New Orleans Second Line as he led the entire NSFL in pancakes with 73 while not allowing a single sack. This is one of the main reasons why New Orleans was so dominant in the regular season and he continued to show just how meaningful he is to the team in the playoffs as Gump and Toriki were able to find gaps behind his blocking, while Francisco was able to stand tall in the pocket knowing that that brick wall wasn't going to let any pressure come his way. When you have a guy like Rubbe back there blocking it lets your offensive coordinator be a bit more creating with his play calling and having the players around him feel confident. I think in general a lot of people sleep on offensive lineman, but when it comes to Rubbe it's kind of hard to do so just because he was so dominant. If it were up to me I'd probably toss this dude an MVP vote or something just because of how much of a game changer he was for the Second Line. True Champion.

8) Revenge
Oh boy now that the expansion draft is over let me explode on my former team here! I can't wait to face off against the Philadelphia Liberty last season. I mean how could they not protect me in the expansion draft? Ok maybe I'm getting a little bit older, but I'm still a hell of a cornerback. Then they had another chance to save me after Venus Powers was taken, but they still left me unprotected. Oh man just let me get out there on the field with them and have Brock Phoenix attempt a pass my way. Will he? I dunno, but let me tell ya if you come at me with a sorry pass like Phoenix throws you know the result you're gonna get! That's right Philly nation, you turn your back on me you best believe I'm coming with that fire. Don't get me wrong, it's not all bad leaving the depression filled void that is Philaelphia for the bright sunny skies of Hawai'i with the nice beaches and cool water is nothing short of a huge upgrade, but I'd be lying to you if I said it didn't sting a bit. Well I guess that's where we're at and I can't wait to lace up in these new colors and pound some bell boys.

9) Dynasty
Is there really any other option for a team to become the next dynasty other than the Honolulu Hahalua? I mean first off you just have to look at the dudes in the front office, ADwyer and Raven, two absolute studs who know how to scout talent and find just the top dudes to fill their team. With these two cheeky bastards running the helm all the other GMs best be on notice! After that I think they did a hell of a job putting together a great core of young dudes. I probably won't be around for their greatness, but I have a feeling that these GMs going to put together a great next couple of drafts that will have them going so hard in the right direction that some doctors might need to be called to take a look at it. Then you have to consider the division they're in in the ASFC. That division is such a volatile mess that it's hard to predict any season as to how the teams will fall when it's all said and done. That's the perfect recipe for the Honolulu Hahalua to be able to swoop in there and become the next great dynasty of the NSFL and there's nothing you could do to change my mind about that.

[shipwreckrising]

[div align=\\\"center\\\"]6) Next Year[/div]

Next year in Jerusalem as my Jewish brethren say every Passover. Except this time, for this big spicy Italian hunk of a man, it's next year on the top of the mountain hoisting the Ultimus. The Yeti have been dealt bad hands year after year, but this year, this year, will finally be the year that the Yeti make it to the promised land. Why do you ask? We weren't decimated by the expansion draft and we have some killer players in the locker room. We were so close last year and this year will only be better. Under the leadership of our GM and the veteran leadership we have in the locker room, this year will surely be the year that the Yeti end the longest drought in the NSFL. Mo Berry and Gabagool are going to hold down the middle of the defense for a couple more years at least and we know that the younger guys want to do it for the grizzlied vets on the team. We are going to make it. A good draft will help but we can also expect some savvy moves by the GM this offseason to finally be where we need to be. Next year in Jerusalem baby!

[div align=\\\"center\\\"]12) Pay It Forward[/div]
It's hard to imagine a time when Tony Gabagool and Mo Berry did not get along. But there was a time, their relationship couldn't have started off more rocky. It started when they were both rookies in the DSFL, a misunderstanding over Mongolian food led Tony to believe that Mo purposely screwed him over after a big win as prospect bowl champions, leaving him to fend for himself to eat the winning meal. A war of words and apology attempts ensured after they were drafted by different DSFL teams. Alas, this would soon be water under the bridge as they were both taken high in next years NSFL draft with the hope that the Yeti would secure their starting linebackers for years to come. The Yeti could not have drafted better. Tony and Mo's relationship would grow over the years, training together to become one of the best linebacking tandems in league history. Their friendship would grow too, with their kids becoming best friends as well. Hopefully their friendship will last well into retirement as well. It is crazy to think that their relationship started as a dispute over Mongolian food, but once again, Mongolian food caused people to come together in the end, which is very important to think about during these trying times. @Frick_Nasty


[div align=\\\"center\\\"]17) Sponsorships[/div]
Finally after years and years Tony finally landed the sponsorship he dreamed of since he was a kid. That's right, The Big Salami got notified that the Oscar Meyer Wieners wanted to sponsor him as their new face of the brand. Tony, naturally accepted. Other than than the millions of dollars he has received (its so weird that they aren't in his bank account yet, but he's waiting) he also get's command of the largest fleet of Wiener mobiles on the planet. He dives to the Yeti stadium in the Wienermobile honking at fans and throwing wet dogs out the window as he passes young children as they scream with joy. Although it does kind of conflict with his stores he owns that do really nice Italian cured meats, he could not pass up the opportunity to live out every childs dream of becoming the face of Oscar Meyer. He even has been lobbying to change the name to the Gabagool Wienermobile but the company has been hesitant to agree. Tony's children love it too, they like to sleep in the Wienermobile on weekends, and Tony is happy to allow them to live the dream he wishes he was able to live as child. The normally quiet and stoic Tony has come alive with youthful exuberance and joy and it is all thanks to the Oscary Meyer Wiener company.


[div align=\\\"center\\\"]19) Team Culture[/div]
Tony has seen the slanderous comments in the media by former players directed towards his beloved Yeti and feels like he needs to defend the team. The Yeti's locker room and culture is one of positivity and support, and although Tony has not played for a different team in the NSFL, he can say that the culture is amazing. The leaders in the locker room go out of their way to help the younger players, and will always be there for advice. The GMs always try to do whats in the best interest of the team, but is never heartless and will always do what is right for the individual player when it comes down to it. The Yeti love to have fun as well, and never take themselves too seriously, which is so important, as at the end of the day this is a game. Sure people's livelyhoods depend on it, however every player should realize how lucky they are to be able to play this sport on the national stage. The comments I have seen don't reflect the way I have seen the Yeti operate, and I have been with the team for years and years, and never in a public leadership role. I have never felt pressured to do anything I didn't want, and if I did decide that a change in scenery would have been the best for me, I know the Yeti would have helped me land on my feet, because that is the type of leaders we have.

[div align=\\\"center\\\"][b]20) Nostalgia[/div][/b]
This is note one of my picks I just want to say the Mongolian food story always makes me happy!

[Confictional]

Scouting Report: Dre Matthews

Dre Matthews is one of the hottest DSFL draft prospect. Dre Matthews is a 5'11 wide receiver coming out of the University of Florida. He spent all 4 years at the University of Florida playing wide receiver and 3 of those years he played with one of the DSFL's draft prospects, Tychondrius Hood.

During Dre's freshman year, he was WR3. While being WR3 he ran for 689 yds with 5 TDs. The Florida Gators made the playoffs during Dre's freshman season and he played in his first college football playoff game. Dre had 88 yards and 1 TD his first college football playoff game but it was not enough since their team lost. After Dre's freshman year he then became WR2 and had a much better season. Dre had 1233 yards with 12 TDs. He again did play in the college football playoffs having a great game. In his 2nd college playoff game he had 120 YDS and 2 TDs but the Gators fell short to make the National Championship game. In Dre's 3rd year he was finally WR1 and in his Junior year, he had 1512 YDS with 15 TDs. Dre in his 3rd college football playoff game he had 110 YDs with 2 TDs; however, they did not go on to the National Championship game once again. Dre decided not declare for the draft because after all these 3 years he wanted to win a national trophy for the Florida Gators. In Dre's final season, he had 1643 yds with 18 TDs. The Gators went to the College Football Playoffs and Dre played excellently. Dre in his last college football playoff game had 130 YDs with 3 TDs. This was enough for the Gators to advance the National Championship Game, something Dre wanted to be in for a long time. In Dre's first and final National Championship Game, Dre had 115 Yds with 2 TDs. Dre showed up in clutch and big moments for his team while getting the last catch to win the National Championship Game.


Coaches saw how hungry Dre was his freshman year, and they said that his work ethic was something out of this world. Coaches also told sources that Dre Matthews is a player that you would want in your locker room, a player that cares about his teammates. Dre also showed how loyal he is to a team. Instead of declaring draft after his junior season, he decided to stay with his team and win them a trophy. This could be great for teams because it shows the work and dedication one player has for a team.


Pay it Forward:

This simulation has been very fun to be apart of. I have met some new people, and the thing that is best about that, is that we all have the same passion about football even though we might not be a fan of the same teams, I am having a great time here. I would just like to thank RapidEagle for recommending this simulation to me. It has been less than 24 hours since I first joined this, and he has helped me a lot with the process doing the rookie tasks, and locating things. At first, I was hesitant about joining because the process of doing all this was confusing but I would like to thank him again. I am also thanking him for helping me choose if my player should be a wide receiver, line backer, or safety. It truly was a hard decision to come up; in fact, it took me basically an hour to choose between those three, and I would not be typing this if I did not make a decision. I would also like to thank Jay Cue, Brett Bundles, Chester Sweets, Asher Quinn, and others for helping me and reaching out to me via. Discord during this process. I would totally recommend those users to help new comers on what to do and where to locate things because this is a big forum and I know what they are going through. I am amazed on how many players, there is in this simulation. I am also glad that there is a lot of rookies too because I know I will make a lot of mistakes while doing this and I also know that those rookies will probably do the same mistakes I will do. I am also a person that asks so many questions, and I am sorry to those who got my many questions, but to those I asked they did not seem to mind.

Sponsorships


Dre Matthews has been contacted to be in the next Jordan Brand. Dre Matthews was one of the most fast and explosive wide receivers for the Florida Gators, and of college football. Executives were not hesitant to interview him for the commercial. Executives told Dre that the new commercial was going to be about Never Giving Up. This commercial was perfect for Dre because he never gave up on giving the Florida Gators a national trophy. Executives were stunned, and amazed on how well Dre answered his questions. They said that he answered his questions with such humbleness, and flare, there wasn't anyone that could be a better fit for this commercial than him. This Jordan commercial is inspired by Dre's last play to win the National Championship. The coach calls a timeout and goes over the plays with the Gators' quarterback and Dre. The commercial then shows what is going on through Dre's mind and all he sees is the crowd, the lights, and the cameras. This was his first and final National Championship Game and he wanted to win because he shred sweat and tears for this moment. Dre remembers the clutchest moments in history sports such as Micheal Jordan's clutch crossover two against the Utah Jazz in the 1998 NBA Finals, Michael Vick's comeback against the New York Giants, Ray Allen's clutch three in Game Six of the 2013 NBA Finals, and Eli Manning escaping the pile of Patriot players and passing the ball to Giants former wide receiver David Tyree who makes the marvelous helmet catch. After all those flashbacks, Dre is back in the game. Matthews runs a route, tricks his defender and sees the football darting right towards him. Matthews catches and then runs to get the last and final touchdown.

Interview:

For this interview, I'll be interviewing Myrtle Beach Bucaneer's Defensive Tackle, Rapid Eagle

How do you a prepare for a game in the NSFL?

Just wrapping up my first season called up, but game prep wasn't too different from the DSFL. Knowing the opponent was the main key for me. Being a defensive lineman it was important to know where to attack an offensive line. Playing against Portland last season for an example was a fun time for me, as seen by the 3 sack game I had knowing there were weaknesses all over that line.

Who do you seek for guidance when you need help on something?

My GMs at both levels were amazing. Frost and Cort helped me get settled in the league and guide my player build in the right direction in the DSFL. Laser and Rev in the NSFL have also been crucial in my rookie season, I wouldn't be the player I am today without them.

What do you like most about the Myrtle Beach Bucaneers?

The culture around that locker room was definitely the best thing about the team. While there has been some controversy around the team right now, the culture is still amazing. Everyone was and is extremely welcoming and it just breeds an active team. I always wanted to be better because of my teammates. They helped me a lot staying active in this league.

How was your process of being drafted into the DSFL?

To be honest my DSFL draft story is quite boring. I was invited to the league by my friend Jeffrey, now Prince Vegeta and the forums were pretty intimidating. While I was on to of my tasks I only had 1 team every scout me. Frost reached out to me with scouting questions and I didn't hear from anyone else. Come draft day I really didn't know if anyone else wanted me. But I'm glad I ended up where I did.

What do you think about rising DSFL's draft prospect Dre Matthews?

I think he's a great guy, and an even better football player. Teams should be all over him come draft time, as he'd be an active addition to any locker room and will be a good earner.

Who do you have as favorite's to win in the NSFL next year?

Call me biased but I don't see how you been pick against the defending champions. Myrtle Beach is managed by great people and even all the alumni who stick around helping rookies just makes them my pick.

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4) OL or K/P Appreciation
So I want to focus on the play of the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers offensive line as a whole and specifically on Douglas Quail, the reigning Offensive Lineman of the year in the DSFL. I am focusing on the Ultimini game in particular The offensive line as a whole had only 3 penalty for 40 yards and with zero sacks allowed. They also had 11 pancakes between them. Tee team as a whole did an incredible job blocking with a total 19 pancakes, e of those coming from the tight ends, the little brothers on the offensive line. QUail led the way for them however, with zero penalties, five pancakes and no sacks allowed. The biggest reason I am highlighting this group in this game is that they paved the way for Chris Ramos to have the game of his life on their way to a championship. Not only did he go 12/20 for a hundred and seventy three yards, a touchdown and a rating of 104.8 but he had an incredible 75 rushing yard on EIGHT attempts, good for an average 9.4 yards per carry. None of this would have been possible without the big boys up front with Douglas Quail leading the way.

6) Next Year
Well the Orange County Otters were on the doorstep of yet another Ultimus championship before barely losing to the future champions, the New Orleans Secondline, in overtime of the conference championship. Between retirement, the expansion draft and regression New Orleans is losing a LOT of their talent while Orange County is a younger team that will just be getting better and better as the season goes on. We didn't lose nearly as much as some teams in the expansion draft, regression isn't hitting us that hard and we will be filling the few holes we have in order to field a complete squad and bring that ninth trophy back home to Orange County. We have five players hitting their first year of regression, Franklin Armstrong, Lanzer Grievous, AJ Lattimer, Alex Dasistwirklichseinnachname and Ludicolo Bigby but the first three will still be elite players, Alex D will be a more than serviceable kicker as will Bigby at running back. To add to that we have an elite season 16 player in Hugh Mongo, two fantastic season 18 players in Tyrone Biggums and Korrin Abernathy, yours ruly Kacey Dram as a studly season 19 cornerback plus Bobby Boucher at defensive end in season 20. Throw in the three amazing season 21 players we have with the one and only Prince Vegeta, Rapid Eagle and Remon Kuristo and we are stocked to bring home that championship we missed out on this season.

9) Dynasty
Well before I get into anything else I'm going to point out the obvious here: we're already a dynasty. The Orange County Otters might not have won the last two Ultimus championships but we won the three before that, we've NEVER missed the playoffs, we've only ever missed one conference championship and we have eight Ultimus trophies to our name. We are in fact the only franchise in the entire league that is deserving of the moniker of Dynasty. To piggyback off of my previous comments about next year we have been undergoing an infusion of youth to go with the insane amount of talent we already have on our team. In a period of time in the league where quarterbacks rule we have by far the best secondary in the league. Franklin Armstrong is about to win yet another Most Valuable Player award and while he might be hitting regression he is still easily the best quarterback in the league (Sorry Havran). We are bringing back almost all of the pieces of the best defense in the league next season and with the draft talent we are hoping to bring in our front seven will get a boost and our defense will be even scarier. This is a team that is built to last while our biggest challengers are going to fade in a season or two. The evil empire is here to stay people.

19) Team Culture
There are so many things about the Orange County Otters that make it a fantastic place to play and just an amazing locker room in general. I can sincerely say that it is the greatest team culture in the league. It's a very mature atmosphere, it's not memey or shitposty like a lot of locker rooms are. The people are very chill, sometimes we will watch movies or a stream of someone playing a game. The management is easily the best in the league. The level of organization they have is unparalleled. As a member of their war room I see that their scouting and their sim testing is on a whole different level compared to anything else I have seen. I am a pretty good tester and they blow me out of the water, it's a truly humbling thing to witness. On top of that they have a tremendous amount of respect for their players as they are constantly interacting with us, seeing how we are feeling and if there is anything we need. There are so many great alumni in there that have been very involved with the team and league for an extremely long time. They have fantastic build advice, they do this great rookie interview so that the new guys can get some money coming in right away. I really love it there and am very grateful that I was drafted by them

[JaytheGreat]

1) Playoff Predictions, Reviews:
Another season done and just like the last couple of seasons it ended the same way, with the Wraiths making it to the Ultimus and once again not being able to win the big one. Unlike the last few seasons were Yellowknife were one of the favorites to win, this season we were big underdogs. In the Wildcard round we beat the Yeti's who had beaten us twice this season. We beat them by 13 points mostly on the strength of our defense that included absolutely shutting down the Yeti's run game. In the conference championship we once again relied on our defense to upset the heavily favored Baltimore Hawks. This game included a pick 6 and a blocked punt along with causing 2 forced fumbles. Once again we made to the Ultimus to play the New Orleans 2nd Line. For this game both sides of the ball failed to show up, with the defense allowing almost 600 yards and not getting stops on 3rd down. New Orleans went 11/19 on 3rd down which is around 57% and just not good enough. Offensively we couldn't run the ball finishing with 60 yards on 18 carries. While we could move he ball through the air, we didn't do so effectively, only going 24/40 through the air.

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19) Team Culture
Written: What is it about your team’s culture and/or locker room that makes you happy to be there? If there are any problems, what do you think should be done to improve them?

One of the reasons I like playing for the Wraiths so much is the team's culture. First off is the locker room, we have a very active locker room. It starts with GMs flyeagesfly29, and shadyshoelace, they are two great leaders that keep the locker room going and keep spirits high. There is also a lot of active players in the room as well. There are hardly any inactives, and that is helped not only by the team's success but also everybody talks in and participates in the locker room. Another thing that helps locker room culture is the public and prospect lobbies, both are full of former and current GMs, former players, friends of the team, and potential draft picks. All of those combine to become one of the best locker room in the NSFL. If you need help with your player build there are multiple people in there that are willing to help. The team gets fired up for game days, and is always welcoming to new players. To the team there are no stupid questions, no one gets laughed at or mocked no matter how simply the question is. When I was drafted I was more of a shy lurker but they welcomed me and took me under their wing, and it's a big part of why I enjoyed my time so much there.

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20) Nostalgia
Written: What is your happiest memory in this league?

By far the happiest memory in the league was draft night. I had been scouted by a few different teams, and had good conversations with a few teams but I still had no idea where I was going to go. As I watched the draft stream and as the picks start rolling, I start to get nervous. Where was I going to go, and which team would I eventually land? It finally comes to the 9th overall pick and I hear the broadcasters call my name. Most of them had no idea who I was and didn't really give me a great scouting report but that didn't matter I had been picked by a NSFL team. The Yellowknife Wraiths decided I was their guy and only a few minutes later I got a notification on my phone, my new GM had already sent me the link to the locker room. I was already on cloud nine as the Wraiths were on of the top teams I wanted to play for. I was introduced to the rest of the team and was immediately welcomed with opened arms. I was informed by GM Gideon Graves that I would be getting called up from San Antonio (now Minnesota) and would be starting on the team right away. Ever since I have been a happy player in the league, making 3 straight Ultimus appearances and now having a chance to become something special with Honolulu, but looking back draft night will always be my favorite memory of my time here.

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