Defensive Line Standouts – Season 2 Review
Welcome to our season 2 review of our defensive line standouts. It’s worth noting that players appearing here didn’t necessarily have the best statistical season, they just appeared on my weekly list the most frequently. There should be a direct correlation but, depending on if guys just had a few good weeks, or were just consistently solid, they may waiver a bit. As always, all comments or suggestions are welcome. Enough chit chat… Let’s begin!
Defensive End Top Performers
J. Tuck ($ x10) 67 TCK, 19 TFL, 23 SCK, 3 FF, 2 FR, 1 safety
Jayce Tuck appeared on our list more than any other defensive end, and although he had the best stats of any defensive lineman, his finished 3rd in number of appearances of amongst all players. Tuck led the entire NSFL in both sacks and tackles for loss, while also leading all defensive linemen in tackles. Tuck also set the record for sacks in a season with 23, while shattering his own record of 16. His impact on the field is undeniable and a big reason the Outlaws won their second consecutive Ultimus. Expect Tuck to finish in the top 3 for league MVP (if not outright win), and grab an easy Pro Bowl nomination.
Kurt Hendrix ($ x9) 42 TCK, 8 TFL, 13 SCK, 1 FF, 1 FR, 2 blocked punts
The clear stand-out on the Hawks defensive line, Kurt Hendrix was the lynchpin of a Hawks front seven that despite playing the least number of down of any defensive squad in the NSFL, still ranked third in sacks as a team. After leading the league in tackles last year, Hendrix made the move to defensive end, and it paid off in a big way. Although Hendrix didn’t post clear MVP numbers like Tuck, his 13 sacks were second amongst defensive ends and put him at fifth overall. Hendrix also led the league in blocked punts, and was the only player in the NSFL to block multiple kicks. Expect Hendrix to grab a well-deserved Pro Bowl nomination for the NSFC.
Fuego Wozy ($ x9) 48 TCK, 12 TFL, 12 SCK, 1 FF, 1 blocked punt
With 9 appearances this year, Wozy tied Hendrix for second highest among defensive ends. Amongst defensive ends, Wozy finished fifth in tackles, fourth in tackles for loss, and third in sacks. Although his numbers didn’t exactly set the world on fire, his numbers were well above average across the board, something any defensive end would be more than happy with. He seems like the logical choice for the second defensive end spot on the NSFC Pro Bowl team.
A. Tomlinson ($ x7) 31 TCK, 8 TFL, 11 SCK, 3 safeties
Tomlinson finished fourth on our list of defensive ends with 7 appearances on our list. Although his tackle totals were uncharacteristically low, he had a very solid year in the in the tackles for loss and sacks column. He did, however, lead the NSFL in safeties, which accounted for over a quarter of his sacks. Tomlinson should probably be the next defensive end named to the ASFC Pro Bowl team, however, a solid case could be made for Dental Dam in Arizona as well, who also has more has more public recognition on his side.
Defensive Tackle Top Performers
Mark Ramrio ($ x12) 63 TCK, 6 TFL, 17 SCK, 1 FR, 1 safety, 1 blocked punt
Ramrio had a monster season and appeared on this list so many times, I honestly started to get sick of writing about him. Amongst defensive tackles, Ramrio finished the season on top for tackles and sacks, and second for tackles for a loss. He will be an easy shoe-in for the ASFC Pro Bowl squad. In an interesting turn of events, Ramrio was just traded to Philadelphia for draft picks. It will be interesting to see how Ramrio performs without his fellow defensive tackle stud, Vinny Cox. As a team that finished last in sacks, Philadelphia is in desperate need of Ramrio’s talents.
Vinny Cox ($ x11) 61 TCK, 1 TFL, 13 SCK, 2 FF, 2 FR, 1 safety
The other half of the Las Vegas duo made eleven appearances on our list this year, putting him second in the NSFL, behind only his teammate, Ramrio. Cox finished second among defensive tackles in both tackles and sacks, while also adding a pair of both fumbles forced and fumbles recovered. Season 3 will be a big one for Cox as it will be his first season with Ramrio by his side. Was Cox making Ramrio better, or was it the other way around? The Legion hope they got it right.
A. Asipi ($ x8) 42 TCK, 3 TFL, 9 SCK, 1 FF, 3 FR, 1 blocked punt
The first defensive tackle listed here NOT a Legion, Asipi appeared on our list 8 times, good enough to put him in sixth place in the NSFL. While there is an obvious drop-off in production between the top half and bottom half, Asipi still had a fantastic season (this really drives home just how incredibly well Cox and Ramrio played this year). Asipi led all defensive linemen with 3 forced fumbles, and come in third among defensive tackles with 9 sacks. Although he’s stuck behind 2 monster seasons, Asipi deserves a Pro Bowl roster spot, even if it’s just as an alternate.
J. Boom ($ x7) 40 TCK, 0 TFL, 7 SCK, 1 FF
Our final defensive tackle on the list, JD Boom made 7 appearances throughout the season, putting him in fourth among defensive tackles. Boom is an interesting addition as not only is he the only player from the NSFC, he’s also the only player on this list who hasn’t actually been drafted yet. Yep, he’s a season 3 prospect. While Boom didn’t have any monster games, he was shockingly consistent throughout the entirety of the season, and definitely deserves his spot here. I can’t wait to see what his career brings.
Utility Defensive Lineman Top Performer
Bork Bjornsson ($ x8) 52 TCK, 5 TFL, 8 SCK, 4 FF, 1 FR
I had to make an extra spot on this list as Bjornsson is a bit of a special case. He is the only player on our list to appear as both a defensive tackle and defensive end. His 8 appearances throughout the year put him in a tie with Asipi for the sixth most appearances in the NSFL. Much like Boom, Bjornsson never had a truly standout game, but was very consistent throughout the season. However, his 4 forced fumbles are the most in the NSFL. It’s obvious that the Wraiths have a truly unique player on their hands. There’s no question that Bjornsson deserves a Pro Bowl spot, the tricky part is deciding where.
GRADED
Welcome to our season 2 review of our defensive line standouts. It’s worth noting that players appearing here didn’t necessarily have the best statistical season, they just appeared on my weekly list the most frequently. There should be a direct correlation but, depending on if guys just had a few good weeks, or were just consistently solid, they may waiver a bit. As always, all comments or suggestions are welcome. Enough chit chat… Let’s begin!
Defensive End Top Performers
J. Tuck ($ x10) 67 TCK, 19 TFL, 23 SCK, 3 FF, 2 FR, 1 safety
Jayce Tuck appeared on our list more than any other defensive end, and although he had the best stats of any defensive lineman, his finished 3rd in number of appearances of amongst all players. Tuck led the entire NSFL in both sacks and tackles for loss, while also leading all defensive linemen in tackles. Tuck also set the record for sacks in a season with 23, while shattering his own record of 16. His impact on the field is undeniable and a big reason the Outlaws won their second consecutive Ultimus. Expect Tuck to finish in the top 3 for league MVP (if not outright win), and grab an easy Pro Bowl nomination.
Kurt Hendrix ($ x9) 42 TCK, 8 TFL, 13 SCK, 1 FF, 1 FR, 2 blocked punts
The clear stand-out on the Hawks defensive line, Kurt Hendrix was the lynchpin of a Hawks front seven that despite playing the least number of down of any defensive squad in the NSFL, still ranked third in sacks as a team. After leading the league in tackles last year, Hendrix made the move to defensive end, and it paid off in a big way. Although Hendrix didn’t post clear MVP numbers like Tuck, his 13 sacks were second amongst defensive ends and put him at fifth overall. Hendrix also led the league in blocked punts, and was the only player in the NSFL to block multiple kicks. Expect Hendrix to grab a well-deserved Pro Bowl nomination for the NSFC.
Fuego Wozy ($ x9) 48 TCK, 12 TFL, 12 SCK, 1 FF, 1 blocked punt
With 9 appearances this year, Wozy tied Hendrix for second highest among defensive ends. Amongst defensive ends, Wozy finished fifth in tackles, fourth in tackles for loss, and third in sacks. Although his numbers didn’t exactly set the world on fire, his numbers were well above average across the board, something any defensive end would be more than happy with. He seems like the logical choice for the second defensive end spot on the NSFC Pro Bowl team.
A. Tomlinson ($ x7) 31 TCK, 8 TFL, 11 SCK, 3 safeties
Tomlinson finished fourth on our list of defensive ends with 7 appearances on our list. Although his tackle totals were uncharacteristically low, he had a very solid year in the in the tackles for loss and sacks column. He did, however, lead the NSFL in safeties, which accounted for over a quarter of his sacks. Tomlinson should probably be the next defensive end named to the ASFC Pro Bowl team, however, a solid case could be made for Dental Dam in Arizona as well, who also has more has more public recognition on his side.
Defensive Tackle Top Performers
Mark Ramrio ($ x12) 63 TCK, 6 TFL, 17 SCK, 1 FR, 1 safety, 1 blocked punt
Ramrio had a monster season and appeared on this list so many times, I honestly started to get sick of writing about him. Amongst defensive tackles, Ramrio finished the season on top for tackles and sacks, and second for tackles for a loss. He will be an easy shoe-in for the ASFC Pro Bowl squad. In an interesting turn of events, Ramrio was just traded to Philadelphia for draft picks. It will be interesting to see how Ramrio performs without his fellow defensive tackle stud, Vinny Cox. As a team that finished last in sacks, Philadelphia is in desperate need of Ramrio’s talents.
Vinny Cox ($ x11) 61 TCK, 1 TFL, 13 SCK, 2 FF, 2 FR, 1 safety
The other half of the Las Vegas duo made eleven appearances on our list this year, putting him second in the NSFL, behind only his teammate, Ramrio. Cox finished second among defensive tackles in both tackles and sacks, while also adding a pair of both fumbles forced and fumbles recovered. Season 3 will be a big one for Cox as it will be his first season with Ramrio by his side. Was Cox making Ramrio better, or was it the other way around? The Legion hope they got it right.
A. Asipi ($ x8) 42 TCK, 3 TFL, 9 SCK, 1 FF, 3 FR, 1 blocked punt
The first defensive tackle listed here NOT a Legion, Asipi appeared on our list 8 times, good enough to put him in sixth place in the NSFL. While there is an obvious drop-off in production between the top half and bottom half, Asipi still had a fantastic season (this really drives home just how incredibly well Cox and Ramrio played this year). Asipi led all defensive linemen with 3 forced fumbles, and come in third among defensive tackles with 9 sacks. Although he’s stuck behind 2 monster seasons, Asipi deserves a Pro Bowl roster spot, even if it’s just as an alternate.
J. Boom ($ x7) 40 TCK, 0 TFL, 7 SCK, 1 FF
Our final defensive tackle on the list, JD Boom made 7 appearances throughout the season, putting him in fourth among defensive tackles. Boom is an interesting addition as not only is he the only player from the NSFC, he’s also the only player on this list who hasn’t actually been drafted yet. Yep, he’s a season 3 prospect. While Boom didn’t have any monster games, he was shockingly consistent throughout the entirety of the season, and definitely deserves his spot here. I can’t wait to see what his career brings.
Utility Defensive Lineman Top Performer
Bork Bjornsson ($ x8) 52 TCK, 5 TFL, 8 SCK, 4 FF, 1 FR
I had to make an extra spot on this list as Bjornsson is a bit of a special case. He is the only player on our list to appear as both a defensive tackle and defensive end. His 8 appearances throughout the year put him in a tie with Asipi for the sixth most appearances in the NSFL. Much like Boom, Bjornsson never had a truly standout game, but was very consistent throughout the season. However, his 4 forced fumbles are the most in the NSFL. It’s obvious that the Wraiths have a truly unique player on their hands. There’s no question that Bjornsson deserves a Pro Bowl spot, the tricky part is deciding where.
GRADED
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