Three weeks in the books and the races for the playoff spots have officially begun. C-Springs Asphalt Walri and Harry Brown Bush's Aroma remain undefeated at 3-0, and both have scoring averages over 100 points per game. The bottom feeders, Durangatang Monkey Squirt and Boco's Ballin' Army, had a battle that left only one in the winless column. Boco's Ballin Army is suffering through the reality that his top scorers are kickers and D/ST, with which only one of each is startable.
More casualties on the injury front for a number of teams. L.A. Patriots now lost his second bigtime receiver, and this time it's for the season. Kenny Britt has been placed on the injured reserve, and will not see any more action this year. The Patriots will be required to lean on a redefined Plaxico Burress if they decide to play two wide receivers. Cape May Scallops did not have the services of his second running back, Peyton Hillis. It appears he will return for a week 4 matchup with Boats N Hoes, where he is an early 21-point underdog.
The early week spreads have been released and the smallest margin is Big Swingin' D over Boco's Ballin Army by 4.7 points. Big Swingin D' is led by the league leader in points, Tom Brady. Boco is led by Chad Henne (what? yeah, Chad Henne). Another interesting match-up comes between Kennesaw Kannons and Durangatang Monkey Squirts. These two teams battled for number one draft pick in 2011 and are determined to show that they are on the right track. Finally, we see Asphalt Walri hopefully for less of a nail-biter against Stone Testies. Last season these two battled to a 2.1 point differential with Walri coming out on top. If Testies expects to make the playoffs this year, this could be a key win to proving he belongs.
It should not go without mention that certain teams have not made it onto my radar yet this year. This is mainly due to a lack of anything spectacular, either positive or negative. There are a high number of teams floating in the middle of the league, at 2-1 or 1-2, that have yet to make a statement. The season is showing us the parity that exists in a 14-team league, and the powerful notion that any team can make it happen when it counts. I'm looking forward to covering this league throughout 2011 and hopefully into the future.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Week 2 News and Notes
It's hard to say that things are beginning to sort themselves out, but with two weeks in the books the losers are becoming more apparent. Boco's Ballin' Army is following up a playoff season with a dismal 0-2 start. Durangatang Monkey Squirt is picking up right where he left off by losing their first two as well. With that said, these two teams have also seen an inordinate amount of points scored against them as well (DMS 218 and BBA 190). These two teams go head to head next week, so one of them will be falsely, and temporarily, complimented with a win.
On the flip side, there are two teams that have not suffered a loss in either week, Harry Brown Bush's Aroma and C-Springs Asphalt Walri. Both averaging over 105 points per game, these potent teams are proving to be a factor early in 2011. Harry Brown is being led by Calvin Johnson and healthy Ryan Matthews while Asphalt Walri is led by Matthew Stafford and Daren McFadden.
Injuries have taken a toll on several teams, including defending champion Big Swingin' D, whom has had little to no production from his league-winning running bcak Arian Foster. Boco's Ballin' Army saw their star running back, Jamaal Charles end his season with an ACL tear. Boats N' Hoes starting qaurterback Peyton Manning will likely see no action in 2011, leaving them with backup Rex Grossman to carry the load. L.A. Patriots had an enormous week from Miles Austin (32 points) before losing him to an injury that could sideline him for many weeks. He will be counting on Kenny Britt and Dwayne Bowe to take him forward for the time being.
Week three offers a few intriguing match-ups that you would be wise to keep an eye on. First, the Asphalt Walri will be taking on the Lone Star Super Squirrels. Last season the point differential only favored Walri by a measly 5.1 points. This should be a battle all the way through Monday night. Similarly, Yo Bitches will be trying to recreate the magic that was a 4.5 point victory over L.A. Patriots last season.
On the flip side, there are two teams that have not suffered a loss in either week, Harry Brown Bush's Aroma and C-Springs Asphalt Walri. Both averaging over 105 points per game, these potent teams are proving to be a factor early in 2011. Harry Brown is being led by Calvin Johnson and healthy Ryan Matthews while Asphalt Walri is led by Matthew Stafford and Daren McFadden.
Injuries have taken a toll on several teams, including defending champion Big Swingin' D, whom has had little to no production from his league-winning running bcak Arian Foster. Boco's Ballin' Army saw their star running back, Jamaal Charles end his season with an ACL tear. Boats N' Hoes starting qaurterback Peyton Manning will likely see no action in 2011, leaving them with backup Rex Grossman to carry the load. L.A. Patriots had an enormous week from Miles Austin (32 points) before losing him to an injury that could sideline him for many weeks. He will be counting on Kenny Britt and Dwayne Bowe to take him forward for the time being.
Week three offers a few intriguing match-ups that you would be wise to keep an eye on. First, the Asphalt Walri will be taking on the Lone Star Super Squirrels. Last season the point differential only favored Walri by a measly 5.1 points. This should be a battle all the way through Monday night. Similarly, Yo Bitches will be trying to recreate the magic that was a 4.5 point victory over L.A. Patriots last season.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Week 1 News and Notes
Week one is in the books, and it was very apparent that there is a new season upon us. The first point deduction penalty in league history was administered this weekend by commissioner Haven Barnes. Boats N' Hoes lost point from three players, including Greg Jennings, John Kuhn, and Rob Bironas. This will certainly bring about changes for next season. I can just hear the off-season meetings now!
Half of the playoff teams from last year, took a loss in week one. LA Patriots, Boat's N Hoes, and Boco's Ballin' Army all suffered defeats, with the latter scoring the least number of points in the league.
Led by an unexpected 29.5 point performance by Steve Smith, Cape May Scallops picked up where he left off a year ago by scoring a league-leading 101.3 total points.
The most shocking victory of the week was Kennesaw Kannon's victory behind a strong performance from Bears D/ST (21 points).
The top player this week was Big Swingin' D's Tom Brady that saved his team from a sure loss after losing Arian Foster earlier in the week.
The top performing player on a bench was Boco Ballin' Army's Chad Henne who put up an astonishing 34.1 points in what was likely his best fantasy game ever.
The top free agent performance came from Rex Grossman who scored 18.2 points.
The most disappointing starter was Shenanigans' Miami D/ST with a dismal -7 points. In regards to individual players, excluding the four kickers that finished with zero points, it must have been Boco Ballin' Army's Chad Ochocinco with 1 point. Even with an offensive explosion from his counterparts, Ochocinco seemed to be left alone with his HOF jacket and blushing cheeleader.
Season-ending injuries to K Nate Kaeding (BBA), WR Marcus Easley (CMS), RB Rashad Jennings (CMS), TE Bo Scaife (DMS), RB Brandon Jackson (LSS), TE John Carlson (SNG), RB Ryan Williams (TBS), RB Mikel LeShoure (STS), TE Tony Moeaki (STS), WR David Gettis (YBS), and RB Baron Batch (BNH)
Half of the playoff teams from last year, took a loss in week one. LA Patriots, Boat's N Hoes, and Boco's Ballin' Army all suffered defeats, with the latter scoring the least number of points in the league.
Led by an unexpected 29.5 point performance by Steve Smith, Cape May Scallops picked up where he left off a year ago by scoring a league-leading 101.3 total points.
The most shocking victory of the week was Kennesaw Kannon's victory behind a strong performance from Bears D/ST (21 points).
The top player this week was Big Swingin' D's Tom Brady that saved his team from a sure loss after losing Arian Foster earlier in the week.
The top performing player on a bench was Boco Ballin' Army's Chad Henne who put up an astonishing 34.1 points in what was likely his best fantasy game ever.
The top free agent performance came from Rex Grossman who scored 18.2 points.
The most disappointing starter was Shenanigans' Miami D/ST with a dismal -7 points. In regards to individual players, excluding the four kickers that finished with zero points, it must have been Boco Ballin' Army's Chad Ochocinco with 1 point. Even with an offensive explosion from his counterparts, Ochocinco seemed to be left alone with his HOF jacket and blushing cheeleader.
Season-ending injuries to K Nate Kaeding (BBA), WR Marcus Easley (CMS), RB Rashad Jennings (CMS), TE Bo Scaife (DMS), RB Brandon Jackson (LSS), TE John Carlson (SNG), RB Ryan Williams (TBS), RB Mikel LeShoure (STS), TE Tony Moeaki (STS), WR David Gettis (YBS), and RB Baron Batch (BNH)
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