We'll be breaking down the London Royals 4 pre-season games to see what we should be expecting from them this season. Here we go:
Portland Pythons 28 - 13 London Royals
Despite coming out with the loss, the Royals did see impressive work from both their QB Cortez and their RB Yaki.
Cortez finished 18 completions out 34 attempts for 211 yards (that's an 11.7 yard average) but failed to make any touchdown passes, although he also didn't throw an interception. His receivers had a good day though, especially our two rookies Speedman and Hulkenvettel finished respectively with 55 and 70 yards receiving while the only returning player Michellhad 72 yards. Obviously none of them had TDs as there were no thrown touchdowns for the Royals on the day.
Yaki was a busy boy on the ground, rushing 88 yards on 18 attempts and 1 touchdown. Keep an eye on how much the Royals rely on Yaki this season with such a small receiving core.
The defense was busy, sacking rookie quarterback LeBron James III 4 times (we'll ignore that the Royals O line allowed 9 sacks), with rookie DT Siegel getting 2 of those sacks. Not to be forgotten though is Sternum who finished the night 10 tackles.
Despite the loss, it was an impressive game form both side of the ball and its only a matter of time before they start putting up wins.
Did we forget to mention that FS Wedham finished the game with 189 kick return yards on 6 returns? His longest of the night was 89 yards.
Top Offensive Royal:
RB Yaki 18 runs, 88 yards, 4.9 avg, 1 rushing touchdown
Top Defensive Royal:
DE Sternum 10 tackles, 1 sack
Grey Ducks 24 - 48 Royals
Well that didn't take long. Royals doubled up the Grey Ducks and managed to get in the 1st overall pick from the S25 DSFL Draft QB Negs head. Negs managed to only convert 8 of his 21 attempts for 84 yards while also throwing 2 picks. The Royals QB however had a terrific night finishing with an impressive 93.1 QB rating (26/39, 272 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT).
Rookie Speedman showed he can help carry the offense as Cortez found him 8 times for 114 yards and 1 touchdown. Expect some more of the same out of this talented young man this season.
Now we cross over to the other side of the ball, where the intimidating Royals Defense kept the Grey Ducks passing game in check, but did allow RB Vermillion to rush for over 100 yards, although it was Rothbury that collected their only 2 rushing TDs on the night. Despite their lapse in running coverage on the night, the defense played a solid game.
Top Offensive Royal:
WR Speedman 8 Receptions, 113 yards, 14.1 avg, 1TD
Top Defensive Royal:
DE Cadaire 4 Tackles, 2TFL
Royals 27 - 21 Coyotes
A 2nd win in a row helps The Royals to improve to 2-1 in this S25 DSFL Pre-seasom.
Yaki was again a dependable force on the ground, amassing 92 yards on 15 carries and converting 1 TD.
Same at QB, where veteran Cortez showed he is ready and primed to defend his team's title, tossing the ball for 207 yards, 2 TDs and an INT. Tonight our other rookie WR Hulkenvettel was the star on the receiving end of the ball, catching 8 passes for 96 yards and a TD. It seems Cortez doesn't have to worry if teams want to shut down a certain WR as any of the 3 on the roster have shown they can be relied on to perform when called apon.
We take a look at our D now, where rookie linebacker Sarrasin had an impressive night, accumulating 7 tackles and 1 sack, as well as deflecting 3 passes and intercepting the ball twice. Could this be a flash in the pan, or does this young LB have a bright future in the pro ranks?
Top Offensive Royal:
QB Cortez 19/35, 207 yards, 10.9 avg, 2 TDs, 1 INT
Top Defensive Royal
LB Sarrasin 7 Tackles, 1 Sack, 3 PDs, 2 INTs
Royals 21 - 17 Birddogs
The Royals managed to pull out a win against a scrappy Dallas squad.
Despite having 224 passing yards, Cortez managed to throw 3 INTs, one of which was a PickSix, with Mann bringing it back k for a TD.
The good news was The Royals dominated the ground game with Yaki and Hana rushing for 96 and 51 yards each and converting a total of 3 touchdowns (Yaki 2, Hana 1). Seems once again the veteran RBs helped the team steal a win when they struggled in the air.
When the defense had the opportunity to take the field, they did alright. They weren't the most impressive team on pass coverage, but despite allowing 1 rushing touchdown, they managed to hold the run game to just 83 yards (top RB Cobra Kai had 56 yards and 0 TDs).
Top Offensive Royal:
RBs Yaki/Hana 18/13 rushes, 96/51 yards, 1/2 TDs
Top Defensive Royal:
FS Wedham 9 tackles, 1 sack, 1 FF
The Royals finished their pre-season with a 3-1 record, showing they have what it takes to mount another run at the Ultimini Championship. Their title defense starts tomorrow night.
Portland Pythons 28 - 13 London Royals
Despite coming out with the loss, the Royals did see impressive work from both their QB Cortez and their RB Yaki.
Cortez finished 18 completions out 34 attempts for 211 yards (that's an 11.7 yard average) but failed to make any touchdown passes, although he also didn't throw an interception. His receivers had a good day though, especially our two rookies Speedman and Hulkenvettel finished respectively with 55 and 70 yards receiving while the only returning player Michellhad 72 yards. Obviously none of them had TDs as there were no thrown touchdowns for the Royals on the day.
Yaki was a busy boy on the ground, rushing 88 yards on 18 attempts and 1 touchdown. Keep an eye on how much the Royals rely on Yaki this season with such a small receiving core.
The defense was busy, sacking rookie quarterback LeBron James III 4 times (we'll ignore that the Royals O line allowed 9 sacks), with rookie DT Siegel getting 2 of those sacks. Not to be forgotten though is Sternum who finished the night 10 tackles.
Despite the loss, it was an impressive game form both side of the ball and its only a matter of time before they start putting up wins.
Did we forget to mention that FS Wedham finished the game with 189 kick return yards on 6 returns? His longest of the night was 89 yards.
Top Offensive Royal:
RB Yaki 18 runs, 88 yards, 4.9 avg, 1 rushing touchdown
Top Defensive Royal:
DE Sternum 10 tackles, 1 sack
Grey Ducks 24 - 48 Royals
Well that didn't take long. Royals doubled up the Grey Ducks and managed to get in the 1st overall pick from the S25 DSFL Draft QB Negs head. Negs managed to only convert 8 of his 21 attempts for 84 yards while also throwing 2 picks. The Royals QB however had a terrific night finishing with an impressive 93.1 QB rating (26/39, 272 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT).
Rookie Speedman showed he can help carry the offense as Cortez found him 8 times for 114 yards and 1 touchdown. Expect some more of the same out of this talented young man this season.
Now we cross over to the other side of the ball, where the intimidating Royals Defense kept the Grey Ducks passing game in check, but did allow RB Vermillion to rush for over 100 yards, although it was Rothbury that collected their only 2 rushing TDs on the night. Despite their lapse in running coverage on the night, the defense played a solid game.
Top Offensive Royal:
WR Speedman 8 Receptions, 113 yards, 14.1 avg, 1TD
Top Defensive Royal:
DE Cadaire 4 Tackles, 2TFL
Royals 27 - 21 Coyotes
A 2nd win in a row helps The Royals to improve to 2-1 in this S25 DSFL Pre-seasom.
Yaki was again a dependable force on the ground, amassing 92 yards on 15 carries and converting 1 TD.
Same at QB, where veteran Cortez showed he is ready and primed to defend his team's title, tossing the ball for 207 yards, 2 TDs and an INT. Tonight our other rookie WR Hulkenvettel was the star on the receiving end of the ball, catching 8 passes for 96 yards and a TD. It seems Cortez doesn't have to worry if teams want to shut down a certain WR as any of the 3 on the roster have shown they can be relied on to perform when called apon.
We take a look at our D now, where rookie linebacker Sarrasin had an impressive night, accumulating 7 tackles and 1 sack, as well as deflecting 3 passes and intercepting the ball twice. Could this be a flash in the pan, or does this young LB have a bright future in the pro ranks?
Top Offensive Royal:
QB Cortez 19/35, 207 yards, 10.9 avg, 2 TDs, 1 INT
Top Defensive Royal
LB Sarrasin 7 Tackles, 1 Sack, 3 PDs, 2 INTs
Royals 21 - 17 Birddogs
The Royals managed to pull out a win against a scrappy Dallas squad.
Despite having 224 passing yards, Cortez managed to throw 3 INTs, one of which was a PickSix, with Mann bringing it back k for a TD.
The good news was The Royals dominated the ground game with Yaki and Hana rushing for 96 and 51 yards each and converting a total of 3 touchdowns (Yaki 2, Hana 1). Seems once again the veteran RBs helped the team steal a win when they struggled in the air.
When the defense had the opportunity to take the field, they did alright. They weren't the most impressive team on pass coverage, but despite allowing 1 rushing touchdown, they managed to hold the run game to just 83 yards (top RB Cobra Kai had 56 yards and 0 TDs).
Top Offensive Royal:
RBs Yaki/Hana 18/13 rushes, 96/51 yards, 1/2 TDs
Top Defensive Royal:
FS Wedham 9 tackles, 1 sack, 1 FF
The Royals finished their pre-season with a 3-1 record, showing they have what it takes to mount another run at the Ultimini Championship. Their title defense starts tomorrow night.
[OPTION]Logan Sarrasin || Linebacker || London Royals || 250 TPE + 132 Banked
[OPTION]Height: 6'4"
[OPTION]Weight: 243 lbs
[OPTION]Birthplace: Winnipeg, MB
[OPTION]Number: 38
[OPTION]S25 DSFL Draft: Round 3, Pick 8 || London Royals
[OPTION]S26 ISFL Draft: Round 2, Pick 9 || Arizona Outlaws
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[OPTION]DSFL Regular Season Stats:
[OPTION]S25 (Royals): 96 Tackles, 2 FF, 1 FR, 2 Sacks, 1 INT, 3 PDs, 1 TD
[OPTION]S26 (Royals): 121 Tackles, 8 TFLs, 9 Sacks, 1 INT, 5 PDs
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[OPTION]DSFL Playoff Stats:
[OPTION]S25 (Royals): 19 Tackles
[OPTION]S26 (Royals): 9 Tackles, 1 PD
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[OPTION]ISFL Regular Season Stats:
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[OPTION]ISFL Playoff Stats:
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