06-06-2022, 06:24 PM
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Hey, Dallasrogue here. Today, due to the pythons having the best defensive line in the league, we will be going over how each season's sack leader's (Team) season faired, both record, and post-season results!
Season 3- San Antonio Marshals, 55 Sacks and 39 TFL in 14 Games
Our analysis starts in season 3, the first season of the DSFL, with the San Antonio Marshals' great 55 sacks over 14 games. And they start our list off on a fantastic note. Winning the east with 9 wins and 5 losses, the Marshals secured a playoff birth against the KCC Coyotes. The Marshals ABSOLUTELY STOMPED the Coyotes with a final score of 41-9 Marshals. And advanced to the ultimini, the first in DSFL history. They played the Norfolk Seawolves, and while their D-Line slightly underperformed and allowed 108 rushing yards, they had 3 massive sacks, that really set the tone of the game. They had QB C. Adams running for his life the ENTIRE game. And managed to come away with a 19-3 win in the first-ever ultimini in DSFL history.
Statistically, the Marshals had the second-best defense to the Chicago blues, but were first in sacks by 4 sacks, with their 55 to Norfolk's 51. On offense, they had a less than stellar passing game, second to last in the league with just over 2,500 passing yards, but an AMAZING running game, led by Hall of Famer Goose, that was first in the league with an outstanding 1750 rushing yards, with second place over 200 yards behind.
Overall, the Marshals season was an obvious success, with an ultimini to show for it. And was them leading the league in sacks just a coincidence? Or was it a major player in their success?
Season 4- Portland Pythons, 55 Sacks and 34 TFL in 14 Games
For season 4 we are going into my team, the Portland Pythons. If their stats seem eerily similar to Season 3, its because it is, now, San Antonios Defense was arguably much better in season 3 when compared to the Pythons' defense in season 4, with San Antonio's 20 ints to Portlands 10, SA's 713 tackles to Portlands 665, and 39 TFL to 34. Now, Portland did win the West with the best record in the league at 11 wins and 3 losses, securing their first franchise playoff birth versus the Norfolk Seawolves who they beat with ease with a final score of 31-0. They would then go on to face the reigning champions, the San Antonio Marshals, in the Ultimini championship. They would dethrone the champion in an exciting battle of a game that ended with a score of 27-14 for Portland.
Statistically, the Pythons had arguably the worst defense in the league ironically, while coming in last in tackles, tackles for a loss, interceptions, and pass deflections, yet, they led the league in Sacks, which makes literally no sense. On the offense's side, the Pythons had the best passing game in the league, and a middle of the pack running game, which carried their defense through the season.
So, was the Pythons' success due to their high sack number, or their insane offense?
Season 5- Palm Beach Solar Bears, 68 Sacks, and 46 TFL in 14 games
The Solar Bears had a historical defensive performance in Season 5, with 68 SACKS IN 14 GAMES. A truly mind-boggling number. Especially in comparison to the previous two leaders with 55 sacks each, they broke the single season record by 13 SACKS. Outstanding.
Despite their outstanding defensive performance, they finished with only 8 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie. The second best record in the league, to the Pythons with 10 wins and 4 losses. Now, they did secure a playoff birth against the Tijuana Luchadores and won 27-3. Sending them to the ultimini against the reigning champions, the Portland Pythons. Now, in an exciting, yet low scoring game, the Solar Bears snuck out a 17-13 win in the ultimini versus the Pythons. The first win of their franchise.
Statistically, the Solar bears had an amazing defensive year (obviously), and on offense, the Solar bears led the league in passing yards and touchdowns AND led the league in rushing yards and touchdowns as well. So, they had the most dominant offense and defense, so how in the hell did they go 8-5-1?!?!
So, that marks three straight seasons where the team with the most sacks in the season wins the ultimini. Coincidence? Let's keep going.
Season 6- Palm Beach Solar Bears (2), 69 Sacks, 33 TFL in 14 Games
The Solar Bears are our first team to be repeat overall sack leaders, and while they improved in the sack column on defense, they regressed everywhere else. Tackles went down, tackles for a loss went down, forced fumbles and fumble recoveries went down, interceptions went down, and even pass deflections went down. Now, we can't really expect the Solar Bears to repeat an insane, historically great defensive year, but they did regress greatly. Let's see how that affected their season!
The Solar Bears, coming off of a ultimini championship, placed last in the SFC South with 5 wins and 9 losses. And did not secure a playoff spot. Now breaking our 3 team streak lol.
Statistically, despite the high sack number, the Solar Bears had easily the worst defense in the DSFL. Bottom of the league in tackles, interceptions, and pass deflections. They got TORE UP in the passing game. On offense, their passing game sagged back to second worst in the league and their running game, was above average, in comparison to other seasons, but in this season, was middle of the pack. Obviously not enough to make up for the horrendous passing game and defense.
This is an odd season. Considering the Solar Bears really did not lose that many people off their original team, they sorely underperformed. Their defensive line was still amazing, but their secondary was atrocious, and their offense could not make up for that.
Season 7- Portland Pythons (2), 67 Sacks, 30 TFL in 14 Games
And we have another repeat! The Pythons! Now, this season, unlike the Solar Bears, was actually an improvement on their ultimini championship season, with nearly every category on defense improving. So, if the trends are correct, they should win the ultimini here. By the way, at this point, I have not checked to see the results of this season.
The Pythons had an AMAZING regular season. With 12 wins and only 2 losses, they easily clinched the NFC North and secured a playoff birth against the Kansas City Coyotes. Which, in a nail-biting matchup, was won by the Pythons 19-13. They would then advance to the ultimini to face off with the Tijuana Luchadores. Who were only 6 and 8! A seeming terrible mismatch in the Pythons' favor! Now, the Pythons did win, but only by a possession, with a 24 to 17 final score. The second Ultimini for the Pythons on this list.
Statistically, the Pythons had either the top defense or the number two defense behind the Kansas City Coyotes, which is really good. On offense, they had easily the best passing game and the number two running game behind, you guessed it, the Kansas City Coyotes.
Now, while this does restore faith in me that the seasons sack leading team will win the ultimini, I still have my suspicions.
Season 8- San Antonio Marshals (2), 73 Sacks, 42 TFL in 14 Games
Wow. Just wow. This is easily the best defensive performance in DSFL history, and other is literally no competition. Nothing else needs to be said.
The Marshals won the SFC South with 11 wins and 3 losses, securing a playoff matchup against the Tijuana Luchadores, who the season prior, had lost to the Portland Pythons in the Ultimini. They lost. 14-13 Luchadores. The Luchadores then would win their first ultimini versus the coyotes in a nail-biting 21-20 matchup.
Statistically, the Marshals had the best defense by a LONG SHOT, it was not even slightly close. On offense, they had the number two passing game but a bottom of the league running game.
At this point, this makes very little sense to me. The Marshals win the ultimini in this season 999 times out of 1000, with ease at that. But, the sim will sim.
Season 9- San Antonio Marshals (3), 43 Sacks, 41 TFL in 14 Games
This season was honestly a little slow for everyone on defense, it seems like everyone kinda took a step back coming into this one, but, the Marshals did still come out on top with the most sacks. AND, they had an ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS number of interceptions at 31. So, that's that.
The Marshals went 8, 5, and 1. Placing second in the SFC South behind the Tijuana Luchadores, and securing a playoff birth against, you guessed it, the Tijuana Luchadores. Yet again, the Marshals would lose to the Luchadores in the first round of the playoffs, but this time it was not as close. Final score; 24-19 Luchadores. The Luchadores would then go win the ultimini versus the Pythons in overtime with a final score of 30-24.
Statistically, the Marshals did have the best defense in the league, and on offense they had the worst passing game and the second worse running game. Sadly, their defense could not make up for their pedestrian offense.
Now, this one was a heartbreaker for the Marshals. No one really thought they stood a chance against Tijuana, but the season felt the exact same for them as the last. Being so close, but yet so far. And with most of their key defensive players getting pulled up, this seemed like the last time this defense would be this elite again.
Season 10- Tijuana Luchadores, 32 Sacks, 44 TFL in 14 Games
The first appearance of many on this list for the Luchadores is not the most spectacular, but after two straight ultimini wins, can they run it back again?
With a season record of 10 wins and 4 losses, it seems like they can. They barely won the SFC South, and for the third year in a row, secured a playoff spot against the San Antonio Marshals. And like before, they won. With ease. 34-3. They then moved on to face the Pythons in the ulitimini and would win, 37-7. Quite a dominant season for their third ultimini in a row.
Statistically, Tijuana was dominant in every category. Passing. Rushing. Defense. It didn't matter.
I'm honestly at this point just saving my hands, cause I know I'm about to have to write about Tijuana for a good while lol.
Season 11- Tijuana Luchadores (2), 34 Sacks, 29 TFL in 14 Games
Surprised? Yeah, I'm not either. This defensive performance was not as good but still led the league in sacks again.
Now for something actually surprising, the Tijuana Luchadores went 5-9, but somehow, STILL GOT SECOND IN THE SFC SOUTH. AND CLINCHED A PLAYOFF BIRTH VERSUS THE MARSHALS. WHAT IS THEIR LUCK. AND GUESS WHAT. THEY BEAT THE MARSHALS AGAIN (31-20). AGAIN. FOR ABSOLUTELY NO REASON AT ALL. But, they do lose in the ultimini versus the Pythons 13-6.
Statistically, they really were just middle of the pack for everything, including offense and defense. But their luck was astronomical. Either that or the Marshals just hate winning first round of the playoffs. Maybe both.
Season 12- Tijuana Luchadores (3), 39 Sacks, 18 TFL in 14 Games
Just when you thought maybe the streak would end. Nope. Their back. Back again.
They win the SFC South with ease, with a record of 9 wins and 5 losses. Clinch a playoff birth versus the Marshals. AND THEY LOSE. THANK THE LORD. THE CURSE IS OVER. But, the marshals still do lose versus the coyotes in the ultimini.
Yet again, even though Tijuana led the league in sacks, they really just sat in the middle of the pack for everything statistically, not necessarily good, but also not bad.
Season 13- Tijuana Luchadores (4), 44 Sacks, 32 TFL in 14 Games
Definitely a better defensive performance than season 12, but nowhere near as good as the Marshals' hay day.
The Tijuana Luchadores place second in the SFC South, with a 7 and 7 record, to the Marshals. Whom they would play in the playoffs. And beat. Again. 37-10. Tijuana would then go on to win in overtime versus the coyotes in the ultimini 30-27. I've lost track of how many that is now.
Their defense was yet again kinda middle of the pack. But their passing game was second best, and their running game was second worst. So, their passing game got better, the running game got worse, the defense stayed pretty stagnant, and then they won the ultimini. Why? I couldn't tell you.
Season 14- Palm Beach Solar Bears (3), 41 Sacks, 39 TFL in 14 Games
The streak has finally been broken, and the Solar Bears are back on the list. But, to be honest, I don't feel that it'll be that way for long.
But, if you thought this would bring the Solar Bears from bottom feeding in the SFC South, you'd be wrong. They finished last with a record of 3 wins, 11 losses. And obviously not make the playoffs. Which had Tijuana (8-6) beat the Marshals (13-1) 30-21, and the Pythons beat Tijuana in the Ultimini 34-20.
The Solar Bears had the worst offense in the league, and their defense was barely middle of the pack.
All in all, a disappointing break from Tijuana.
Season 15- Tijuana Luchadores (5), 39 Sacks, 49 TFL in 14 Games
When I said I was disappointed, I did not mean I wanted more Tijuana. We all know what happens here. The Marshals lose to them in the first round, and then the rest is history.
Tijuana won the SFC South with 9 wins and 5 losses. Securing a playoff spot against the SOLAR BEARS. NOT THE MARSHALS. I DON'T BELIEVE MY EYES. AND THEY LOSE TO THE SOLAR BEARS. AND THE SOLAR BEARS WIN THE ULTIMINI 37-17 AGAINST THE PYTHONS. WHAT JUST HAPPENED.
Tijuana had the best passing game, middle of the pack running game, and the best defense in the league. But, they got beaten by the Solar Bears of all teams. Lol. Serves them right.
Season 16- Tijuana Luchadores (6), 28 Sacks, 55 TFL in 14 Games
A big dropoff in sacks for the whole league here. Don't really know why, maybe better offensive lines, worse defensive lines, less passing, and more running, who knows.
The Luchadores won the SFC South with a record consisting of 12 wins and 2 losses. Matching up with the Marshals in the playoffs. The score was 24-13, I'll let you figure out who won. The Luchadores would then go to face the Pythons in the ultimini and would win 28-14.
So, I did a little bit of research on the sack problem, the league definitely was more run oriented. 5 of the 6 teams had more than 2000 rushing yards, and the leading rushing team had more yards than the leading passing team. (3052 yards vs 2805 yards). So, with fewer passing attempts, there were fewer sacks, but this was made up for in TFLs, which Tijuana had 55 of.
Tijuana, like all of the league, had a bad passing year but had a good rushing year. They were second in rushing yards and second to last in passing yards. The defense was best in the league though.
So, I'm going to do a part two, but there are 20 more seasons to cover, and I'm definitely not doing that tonight lol. I'm already getting angry at Tijuana for having the most fake sacks in a fake football league. See y'all next time!
Season 3- San Antonio Marshals, 55 Sacks and 39 TFL in 14 Games
Our analysis starts in season 3, the first season of the DSFL, with the San Antonio Marshals' great 55 sacks over 14 games. And they start our list off on a fantastic note. Winning the east with 9 wins and 5 losses, the Marshals secured a playoff birth against the KCC Coyotes. The Marshals ABSOLUTELY STOMPED the Coyotes with a final score of 41-9 Marshals. And advanced to the ultimini, the first in DSFL history. They played the Norfolk Seawolves, and while their D-Line slightly underperformed and allowed 108 rushing yards, they had 3 massive sacks, that really set the tone of the game. They had QB C. Adams running for his life the ENTIRE game. And managed to come away with a 19-3 win in the first-ever ultimini in DSFL history.
Statistically, the Marshals had the second-best defense to the Chicago blues, but were first in sacks by 4 sacks, with their 55 to Norfolk's 51. On offense, they had a less than stellar passing game, second to last in the league with just over 2,500 passing yards, but an AMAZING running game, led by Hall of Famer Goose, that was first in the league with an outstanding 1750 rushing yards, with second place over 200 yards behind.
Overall, the Marshals season was an obvious success, with an ultimini to show for it. And was them leading the league in sacks just a coincidence? Or was it a major player in their success?
Season 4- Portland Pythons, 55 Sacks and 34 TFL in 14 Games
For season 4 we are going into my team, the Portland Pythons. If their stats seem eerily similar to Season 3, its because it is, now, San Antonios Defense was arguably much better in season 3 when compared to the Pythons' defense in season 4, with San Antonio's 20 ints to Portlands 10, SA's 713 tackles to Portlands 665, and 39 TFL to 34. Now, Portland did win the West with the best record in the league at 11 wins and 3 losses, securing their first franchise playoff birth versus the Norfolk Seawolves who they beat with ease with a final score of 31-0. They would then go on to face the reigning champions, the San Antonio Marshals, in the Ultimini championship. They would dethrone the champion in an exciting battle of a game that ended with a score of 27-14 for Portland.
Statistically, the Pythons had arguably the worst defense in the league ironically, while coming in last in tackles, tackles for a loss, interceptions, and pass deflections, yet, they led the league in Sacks, which makes literally no sense. On the offense's side, the Pythons had the best passing game in the league, and a middle of the pack running game, which carried their defense through the season.
So, was the Pythons' success due to their high sack number, or their insane offense?
Season 5- Palm Beach Solar Bears, 68 Sacks, and 46 TFL in 14 games
The Solar Bears had a historical defensive performance in Season 5, with 68 SACKS IN 14 GAMES. A truly mind-boggling number. Especially in comparison to the previous two leaders with 55 sacks each, they broke the single season record by 13 SACKS. Outstanding.
Despite their outstanding defensive performance, they finished with only 8 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie. The second best record in the league, to the Pythons with 10 wins and 4 losses. Now, they did secure a playoff birth against the Tijuana Luchadores and won 27-3. Sending them to the ultimini against the reigning champions, the Portland Pythons. Now, in an exciting, yet low scoring game, the Solar Bears snuck out a 17-13 win in the ultimini versus the Pythons. The first win of their franchise.
Statistically, the Solar bears had an amazing defensive year (obviously), and on offense, the Solar bears led the league in passing yards and touchdowns AND led the league in rushing yards and touchdowns as well. So, they had the most dominant offense and defense, so how in the hell did they go 8-5-1?!?!
So, that marks three straight seasons where the team with the most sacks in the season wins the ultimini. Coincidence? Let's keep going.
Season 6- Palm Beach Solar Bears (2), 69 Sacks, 33 TFL in 14 Games
The Solar Bears are our first team to be repeat overall sack leaders, and while they improved in the sack column on defense, they regressed everywhere else. Tackles went down, tackles for a loss went down, forced fumbles and fumble recoveries went down, interceptions went down, and even pass deflections went down. Now, we can't really expect the Solar Bears to repeat an insane, historically great defensive year, but they did regress greatly. Let's see how that affected their season!
The Solar Bears, coming off of a ultimini championship, placed last in the SFC South with 5 wins and 9 losses. And did not secure a playoff spot. Now breaking our 3 team streak lol.
Statistically, despite the high sack number, the Solar Bears had easily the worst defense in the DSFL. Bottom of the league in tackles, interceptions, and pass deflections. They got TORE UP in the passing game. On offense, their passing game sagged back to second worst in the league and their running game, was above average, in comparison to other seasons, but in this season, was middle of the pack. Obviously not enough to make up for the horrendous passing game and defense.
This is an odd season. Considering the Solar Bears really did not lose that many people off their original team, they sorely underperformed. Their defensive line was still amazing, but their secondary was atrocious, and their offense could not make up for that.
Season 7- Portland Pythons (2), 67 Sacks, 30 TFL in 14 Games
And we have another repeat! The Pythons! Now, this season, unlike the Solar Bears, was actually an improvement on their ultimini championship season, with nearly every category on defense improving. So, if the trends are correct, they should win the ultimini here. By the way, at this point, I have not checked to see the results of this season.
The Pythons had an AMAZING regular season. With 12 wins and only 2 losses, they easily clinched the NFC North and secured a playoff birth against the Kansas City Coyotes. Which, in a nail-biting matchup, was won by the Pythons 19-13. They would then advance to the ultimini to face off with the Tijuana Luchadores. Who were only 6 and 8! A seeming terrible mismatch in the Pythons' favor! Now, the Pythons did win, but only by a possession, with a 24 to 17 final score. The second Ultimini for the Pythons on this list.
Statistically, the Pythons had either the top defense or the number two defense behind the Kansas City Coyotes, which is really good. On offense, they had easily the best passing game and the number two running game behind, you guessed it, the Kansas City Coyotes.
Now, while this does restore faith in me that the seasons sack leading team will win the ultimini, I still have my suspicions.
Season 8- San Antonio Marshals (2), 73 Sacks, 42 TFL in 14 Games
Wow. Just wow. This is easily the best defensive performance in DSFL history, and other is literally no competition. Nothing else needs to be said.
The Marshals won the SFC South with 11 wins and 3 losses, securing a playoff matchup against the Tijuana Luchadores, who the season prior, had lost to the Portland Pythons in the Ultimini. They lost. 14-13 Luchadores. The Luchadores then would win their first ultimini versus the coyotes in a nail-biting 21-20 matchup.
Statistically, the Marshals had the best defense by a LONG SHOT, it was not even slightly close. On offense, they had the number two passing game but a bottom of the league running game.
At this point, this makes very little sense to me. The Marshals win the ultimini in this season 999 times out of 1000, with ease at that. But, the sim will sim.
Season 9- San Antonio Marshals (3), 43 Sacks, 41 TFL in 14 Games
This season was honestly a little slow for everyone on defense, it seems like everyone kinda took a step back coming into this one, but, the Marshals did still come out on top with the most sacks. AND, they had an ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS number of interceptions at 31. So, that's that.
The Marshals went 8, 5, and 1. Placing second in the SFC South behind the Tijuana Luchadores, and securing a playoff birth against, you guessed it, the Tijuana Luchadores. Yet again, the Marshals would lose to the Luchadores in the first round of the playoffs, but this time it was not as close. Final score; 24-19 Luchadores. The Luchadores would then go win the ultimini versus the Pythons in overtime with a final score of 30-24.
Statistically, the Marshals did have the best defense in the league, and on offense they had the worst passing game and the second worse running game. Sadly, their defense could not make up for their pedestrian offense.
Now, this one was a heartbreaker for the Marshals. No one really thought they stood a chance against Tijuana, but the season felt the exact same for them as the last. Being so close, but yet so far. And with most of their key defensive players getting pulled up, this seemed like the last time this defense would be this elite again.
Season 10- Tijuana Luchadores, 32 Sacks, 44 TFL in 14 Games
The first appearance of many on this list for the Luchadores is not the most spectacular, but after two straight ultimini wins, can they run it back again?
With a season record of 10 wins and 4 losses, it seems like they can. They barely won the SFC South, and for the third year in a row, secured a playoff spot against the San Antonio Marshals. And like before, they won. With ease. 34-3. They then moved on to face the Pythons in the ulitimini and would win, 37-7. Quite a dominant season for their third ultimini in a row.
Statistically, Tijuana was dominant in every category. Passing. Rushing. Defense. It didn't matter.
I'm honestly at this point just saving my hands, cause I know I'm about to have to write about Tijuana for a good while lol.
Season 11- Tijuana Luchadores (2), 34 Sacks, 29 TFL in 14 Games
Surprised? Yeah, I'm not either. This defensive performance was not as good but still led the league in sacks again.
Now for something actually surprising, the Tijuana Luchadores went 5-9, but somehow, STILL GOT SECOND IN THE SFC SOUTH. AND CLINCHED A PLAYOFF BIRTH VERSUS THE MARSHALS. WHAT IS THEIR LUCK. AND GUESS WHAT. THEY BEAT THE MARSHALS AGAIN (31-20). AGAIN. FOR ABSOLUTELY NO REASON AT ALL. But, they do lose in the ultimini versus the Pythons 13-6.
Statistically, they really were just middle of the pack for everything, including offense and defense. But their luck was astronomical. Either that or the Marshals just hate winning first round of the playoffs. Maybe both.
Season 12- Tijuana Luchadores (3), 39 Sacks, 18 TFL in 14 Games
Just when you thought maybe the streak would end. Nope. Their back. Back again.
They win the SFC South with ease, with a record of 9 wins and 5 losses. Clinch a playoff birth versus the Marshals. AND THEY LOSE. THANK THE LORD. THE CURSE IS OVER. But, the marshals still do lose versus the coyotes in the ultimini.
Yet again, even though Tijuana led the league in sacks, they really just sat in the middle of the pack for everything statistically, not necessarily good, but also not bad.
Season 13- Tijuana Luchadores (4), 44 Sacks, 32 TFL in 14 Games
Definitely a better defensive performance than season 12, but nowhere near as good as the Marshals' hay day.
The Tijuana Luchadores place second in the SFC South, with a 7 and 7 record, to the Marshals. Whom they would play in the playoffs. And beat. Again. 37-10. Tijuana would then go on to win in overtime versus the coyotes in the ultimini 30-27. I've lost track of how many that is now.
Their defense was yet again kinda middle of the pack. But their passing game was second best, and their running game was second worst. So, their passing game got better, the running game got worse, the defense stayed pretty stagnant, and then they won the ultimini. Why? I couldn't tell you.
Season 14- Palm Beach Solar Bears (3), 41 Sacks, 39 TFL in 14 Games
The streak has finally been broken, and the Solar Bears are back on the list. But, to be honest, I don't feel that it'll be that way for long.
But, if you thought this would bring the Solar Bears from bottom feeding in the SFC South, you'd be wrong. They finished last with a record of 3 wins, 11 losses. And obviously not make the playoffs. Which had Tijuana (8-6) beat the Marshals (13-1) 30-21, and the Pythons beat Tijuana in the Ultimini 34-20.
The Solar Bears had the worst offense in the league, and their defense was barely middle of the pack.
All in all, a disappointing break from Tijuana.
Season 15- Tijuana Luchadores (5), 39 Sacks, 49 TFL in 14 Games
When I said I was disappointed, I did not mean I wanted more Tijuana. We all know what happens here. The Marshals lose to them in the first round, and then the rest is history.
Tijuana won the SFC South with 9 wins and 5 losses. Securing a playoff spot against the SOLAR BEARS. NOT THE MARSHALS. I DON'T BELIEVE MY EYES. AND THEY LOSE TO THE SOLAR BEARS. AND THE SOLAR BEARS WIN THE ULTIMINI 37-17 AGAINST THE PYTHONS. WHAT JUST HAPPENED.
Tijuana had the best passing game, middle of the pack running game, and the best defense in the league. But, they got beaten by the Solar Bears of all teams. Lol. Serves them right.
Season 16- Tijuana Luchadores (6), 28 Sacks, 55 TFL in 14 Games
A big dropoff in sacks for the whole league here. Don't really know why, maybe better offensive lines, worse defensive lines, less passing, and more running, who knows.
The Luchadores won the SFC South with a record consisting of 12 wins and 2 losses. Matching up with the Marshals in the playoffs. The score was 24-13, I'll let you figure out who won. The Luchadores would then go to face the Pythons in the ultimini and would win 28-14.
So, I did a little bit of research on the sack problem, the league definitely was more run oriented. 5 of the 6 teams had more than 2000 rushing yards, and the leading rushing team had more yards than the leading passing team. (3052 yards vs 2805 yards). So, with fewer passing attempts, there were fewer sacks, but this was made up for in TFLs, which Tijuana had 55 of.
Tijuana, like all of the league, had a bad passing year but had a good rushing year. They were second in rushing yards and second to last in passing yards. The defense was best in the league though.
So, I'm going to do a part two, but there are 20 more seasons to cover, and I'm definitely not doing that tonight lol. I'm already getting angry at Tijuana for having the most fake sacks in a fake football league. See y'all next time!