Going through the index, I noticed a few players that stood out to me that I rarely see anyone mention as truly outstanding players of the season. Some of them did not make the Pro Bowl team either. Either way, here are a few people that stood out who were not the best players at their position.
Quarterback King Bronko of the Arizona Outlaws
It is not easy to use the Quarterback of the best team in the league and call him underappreciated. But many people will argue that the Outlaws are only winning because of their defense (or mainly so anyway), despite them having one of the better offenses in the league as well. Bronko had a fantastic season with 25 touchdowns and only had 8 interceptions, the least in the entire league. In terms of Quarterback rating he was basically on par with Mike Boss who everyone agrees is the best Quarterback in the league. Somehow though, Bronko is not receiving the same level of hype and praise, but he should.
Running Back Jay Durden of the San Jose Sabercats
Durden was a solid Running Back starter in this league, but if you only read the Forum you might not realize. He had 857 yards, which was 7th in the league. He had the longest run of the season, as well. But what is happening? Durden cannot even be signed by a team, failing to find a spot to land in. He was trying to win a championship as a fairly inactive player, but San Jose already replaced him and no team seemingly wants to give him a contract. Durden was also 2nd among Running Backs in pancakes.
Running Back Leroy Jenkins of the Orange County Otters
Leroy Jenkins was a solid Running Back throughout his career. He just announced his retirement recently and will play his last season this year. While he was over-shadowed by teammate Erlich Burnsman, he had a very solid year that most people probably are not aware of. He had solid 359 yards rushing and five touchdowns, as the number two Running Back on his team. Jenkins also lead the league in receiving yards among Running Backs, with 46 catches for 387 yards, bringing his total yards to 746, very solid for a supposed backup!
Running Back Jaxon Tuck of the Arizona Outlaws
Behind Leroy Jenkins, Tuck was probably the best backup Running Back. He had five rushing touchdowns, had a lot of receiving yards for a Running Back (253 with two more touchdowns) and was an exceptional blocker. He had by far the most pancakes of any Running Back.
Wide Receiver Jon Ross of the Las Vegas Legion
Jon Ross was a very solid Wide Receiver that no one talks about. On the worst team in the league, Ross was a solid number two receiver. He had 51 catches for 765 yards. The main issue why no one noticed him is because he had zero touchdowns. You would expect that this was mainly just unlucky and he might have more next year, if he can continue to impress and grow.
Kicker Al Sims of the Orange County Otters
While many would agree that Cristiano Ronaldo had one of the best kicking seasons ever, one could easily also argue that Al Sims had a season for the ages as well - and he lost his job! Sims went a very good 46 of 48 in extra points, having the most extra points in the league. He also only missed one field goal, making 24 of his 25 tries, giving him the league-best field goal percentage among starters. He was perfect from 30+ yards all year, including two 50+ yarders.
Offensive Lineman Micah Hendrix of the Philadelphia Liberty
While everyone in the league is talking about Tim Pest and Angus Winchester, one other Offensive Lineman had a perfect season without allowing a sack - Micah Hendrix. While the other two play for the Outlaws and Otters, the Liberty were kind of overshadowed, despite having a better record than the Otters and being in the playoffs. Hendrix has a few less pancakes, but a perfect season should still be lauded!
Tight End Charlie Law of the Arizona Outlaws
After the two great Tight Ends of the league (one of which now changed positions), George Wright Jr. and Paul DiMirio, Charlie Law was the 3rd best Tight End in the league. He was solid on offense with 576 yards and added six touchdowns, most among Tight Ends. Law was also a great blocker, with the 2nd most pancakes among Tight Ends and allowing zero sacks.
Defensive End Fuego Wozy of the Colorado Yeti
When you play for the Yeti, the season wasn't all that great. After the controversy surrounding their Quarterback, they were one of the worst teams in the league. What most people don't know is that they had a player on their team who was not all that far behind the former Most Valuable Player Jayce Tuck. Wozy had a really great season that gets overlooked at times. He had 17 tackles for loss, more than Tuck. He also had 17 sacks, 5th in the entire league. A season like that deserves respect.
Free Safety Vikain Marmeladov of the Philadelphia Liberty
When people think of the best safeties in the league, names like Verns, Hardrool, or even teammate Jefferson come up, but rarely Marmeladov. But he had a very good season, arguably much better than his teammate. Marmeladov had six interceptions which tied him for 4th in the league and was tied for the most touchdowns in the league with two. He was also incredibly effective, only having seven pass defenses but six interceptions.
I hope some of you enjoyed this article. I know maybe some of these are obvious choices, but I think they still stand out. I enjoyed trying to analyse the sim a little and finding little gems. Maybe I will do this again at some point. Feel free to share other players I should have included!
Quarterback King Bronko of the Arizona Outlaws
It is not easy to use the Quarterback of the best team in the league and call him underappreciated. But many people will argue that the Outlaws are only winning because of their defense (or mainly so anyway), despite them having one of the better offenses in the league as well. Bronko had a fantastic season with 25 touchdowns and only had 8 interceptions, the least in the entire league. In terms of Quarterback rating he was basically on par with Mike Boss who everyone agrees is the best Quarterback in the league. Somehow though, Bronko is not receiving the same level of hype and praise, but he should.
Running Back Jay Durden of the San Jose Sabercats
Durden was a solid Running Back starter in this league, but if you only read the Forum you might not realize. He had 857 yards, which was 7th in the league. He had the longest run of the season, as well. But what is happening? Durden cannot even be signed by a team, failing to find a spot to land in. He was trying to win a championship as a fairly inactive player, but San Jose already replaced him and no team seemingly wants to give him a contract. Durden was also 2nd among Running Backs in pancakes.
Running Back Leroy Jenkins of the Orange County Otters
Leroy Jenkins was a solid Running Back throughout his career. He just announced his retirement recently and will play his last season this year. While he was over-shadowed by teammate Erlich Burnsman, he had a very solid year that most people probably are not aware of. He had solid 359 yards rushing and five touchdowns, as the number two Running Back on his team. Jenkins also lead the league in receiving yards among Running Backs, with 46 catches for 387 yards, bringing his total yards to 746, very solid for a supposed backup!
Running Back Jaxon Tuck of the Arizona Outlaws
Behind Leroy Jenkins, Tuck was probably the best backup Running Back. He had five rushing touchdowns, had a lot of receiving yards for a Running Back (253 with two more touchdowns) and was an exceptional blocker. He had by far the most pancakes of any Running Back.
Wide Receiver Jon Ross of the Las Vegas Legion
Jon Ross was a very solid Wide Receiver that no one talks about. On the worst team in the league, Ross was a solid number two receiver. He had 51 catches for 765 yards. The main issue why no one noticed him is because he had zero touchdowns. You would expect that this was mainly just unlucky and he might have more next year, if he can continue to impress and grow.
Kicker Al Sims of the Orange County Otters
While many would agree that Cristiano Ronaldo had one of the best kicking seasons ever, one could easily also argue that Al Sims had a season for the ages as well - and he lost his job! Sims went a very good 46 of 48 in extra points, having the most extra points in the league. He also only missed one field goal, making 24 of his 25 tries, giving him the league-best field goal percentage among starters. He was perfect from 30+ yards all year, including two 50+ yarders.
Offensive Lineman Micah Hendrix of the Philadelphia Liberty
While everyone in the league is talking about Tim Pest and Angus Winchester, one other Offensive Lineman had a perfect season without allowing a sack - Micah Hendrix. While the other two play for the Outlaws and Otters, the Liberty were kind of overshadowed, despite having a better record than the Otters and being in the playoffs. Hendrix has a few less pancakes, but a perfect season should still be lauded!
Tight End Charlie Law of the Arizona Outlaws
After the two great Tight Ends of the league (one of which now changed positions), George Wright Jr. and Paul DiMirio, Charlie Law was the 3rd best Tight End in the league. He was solid on offense with 576 yards and added six touchdowns, most among Tight Ends. Law was also a great blocker, with the 2nd most pancakes among Tight Ends and allowing zero sacks.
Defensive End Fuego Wozy of the Colorado Yeti
When you play for the Yeti, the season wasn't all that great. After the controversy surrounding their Quarterback, they were one of the worst teams in the league. What most people don't know is that they had a player on their team who was not all that far behind the former Most Valuable Player Jayce Tuck. Wozy had a really great season that gets overlooked at times. He had 17 tackles for loss, more than Tuck. He also had 17 sacks, 5th in the entire league. A season like that deserves respect.
Free Safety Vikain Marmeladov of the Philadelphia Liberty
When people think of the best safeties in the league, names like Verns, Hardrool, or even teammate Jefferson come up, but rarely Marmeladov. But he had a very good season, arguably much better than his teammate. Marmeladov had six interceptions which tied him for 4th in the league and was tied for the most touchdowns in the league with two. He was also incredibly effective, only having seven pass defenses but six interceptions.
I hope some of you enjoyed this article. I know maybe some of these are obvious choices, but I think they still stand out. I enjoyed trying to analyse the sim a little and finding little gems. Maybe I will do this again at some point. Feel free to share other players I should have included!
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