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Not Famous Yet - Premier DSFL News - S14 - Issue 1
Big thanks to @PDXBaller for keeping NFY alive while I was away. I’m excited to bring back a favourite NFY issue: the DSFL draft primer. After the #draftocalpyse of the past few days, there are more DSFL prospects than in the history of the minor league, and the second biggest prospect draft class in either league (and applications are still trickling in).
But before getting into the good stuff, let’s introduce Not Famous Yet to our almost 90-some new readers. NFY started as a podcast I did with @The_Hero - largely for training money (podcasts pay hella good if you’re interested, hmu) - and transformed into a DSFL focused media “brand” … as far as you can have a brand for a series of posts about sim football.
NFY focuses exclusively on the DSFL, it’s prospects, it’s players, it’s GMs and, most importantly, it’s stories. Occasionally you’ll see feature articles about DSFL news, usually a power ranking or two, but the focus is generally on you - the NSFL prospect, the DSFL rookie, the new lifeblood of the league.
It’s encouraged to reach out if you want to participate. Write, talk, do graphics. If you want to get involved, let me know and we’ll figure something out. It’s a great way to pay for all that training so you can rise up the NSFL draft boards in a few short weeks.
So enjoy, and don’t forget to follow NFY on Twitter @NotFamousYetDSF.
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The Official DSFL Draft Primer
Historic. Legendary. Epic.
Those are the words used to describe the league-altering potential scope and size of the NSFL’s S15 Draft Class -- or for the purpose of NFY, the S14 DSFL Draft Class. With 88 prospects and counting, it’s not hyperbole. It’s a tidal wave about to crash on the shores of sim football.
The task for DSFL GM’s in the coming two weeks is tall: get to know these unknown faces and decide what draft capital is necessary to nab them. Unlike the NSFL where positional needs and veteran members might make things a little more focused, the DSFL is unique where for the most part new members are the lifeblood of the game.
So where to start? Not Famous Yet has your back, dear GM, and this issue attempts to do the impossible: give press time to each of the S14 DSFL rookies. Position by position we’ll break down who is who and, more importantly, who is unique.
Before we get into the nitty gritty of the DSFL Draft Primer, lets break down how the article is laid out. Each position will list the prospects, along with the user and the archetype. Then a breakdown of who stands out, who to watch, and who is NFY’s favourite prospect for each position. Unfortunately for DSFL GMs I didn't track activity, updates, bank accounts, or other OOC characteristics: so this is only good enough for a list, and a general feel of the starting attributes of the prospects. TLDR: this is more for the prospects than the GMs.
Let's start with some quick facts. There are, currently, 88 confirmed (or completed build waiting on approval) prospects for the S14 DSFL Draft and the later S15 NSFL draft. In addition, there are 9 pending prospects (incomplete starting builds) waiting confirmation by the league. They are, unfortunately, not included in this draft primer.
IF all pending prospects are approved, this draft class will be at 97 players - unseen since the earliest days of the league.
Here is the positional break down of the 88 confirmed prospects:
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QUARTERBACK
The Prospects: 5
The first decade of the NSFL proved that gunslinger and pocket passing QBs can see a lot of success in both the big league and the development league. However, we’ve yet to see a truly gamechanging mobile QB. Can RLJ or Apollo shatter that archetype ceiling? Their scouting reports are decent and, importantly, not ignorant of key QB playmaking abilities in arm strength. If they focusing on developing his arm, and not his legs, these two prospects has massive (and interesting) potential.
Watch For: Gimmy Jaroppolo, Brock Landers
Starting with a helluva release, Jaroppolo is set to spiral the pigskin down DSFL fields almost out of the gate. He’s knocking a significant arm at 75 rating by scouts. His accuracy leaves room for growth, but with a mind that’s able to outread defensive coverages his interceptions should be manageable. Brock Landers promises a similar style, but he’s developed slightly more rounded out and is therefore slightly less risky than Jaroppolo’s boom or bust style.
The Leader: Franklin Armstrong
Armstrong has a step up on the competition in the draft class after declaring earlier and getting some late season reps in with the Portland Pythons. With a pure even scouting report between his arm and his accuracy, Franklin can be considered the most known of the unknown rookies. Pockets can collapse quickly in the DSFL, so Armstrong’s main concern will be developing a quick release.
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RUNNING BACK
The Prospects: 11
The somewhat rare backs who aren’t of the speed or receiving variety, these prospects offer different skillsets in the position than their S15 peers. Ben and Trey, in particular, stand out with muscular and heavy frames, making them the strongest RBs in the draft. Trey is slightly quicker than Ben, who in turn is slightly more well rounded. Short, but consistent, gains will the name of their game, making them solid red zone contributors. Meanwhile Kermit Stronglegs has a more traditional ability to create seperation with his feet, albeit with the added benefits of a more rounded part of his game than the speed backs he’s up against. RSJ3 is well rounded and a clean palette for the brushstrokes of a mentoring DSFL GM.
Watch For: Terry Taffy and Dorfus Jimbo
Terry Taffy has underrated mobility for a receiving back and, between his elusiveness in his routes and potential for target shares, makes an interesting potential multi-purpose tool in any offensive scheme. The big decisions will come during the season as either speed, elusiveness or receiving will need to be his focus point. Juggling all three is risky. Dorfus Jimbo is also an interesting prospect who lacks a bit behind the pure footspeed of his speed back brothern, but makes up for it with stronger lateral quickness.
The Leader: Ludicolo Bigby, and other Speed Backs
Yet, quick and speedy is still the name of the RB game. Without it you’re going to be stuck on short gains and topping out around 3 YPC, if you’re lucky. So the leaders of the RB category are the glut of speed backs with great scouting on their footwork pre-draft. The tie goes to the prospect most known by league scouts, Ludicolo Bigby. But don’t sleep on this race, all of the speed back prospects have incredible potential to do some damage this season.
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WIDE RECEIVERS
The Prospects: 7
Mister Big Chest is the sole speed receiver of this wideout draft class, thus theoretically earning him the title of most unique. In reality, however, MBC’s scouting report is awfully similar to that of most of his peers. Strong, but not elite footspeed before the draft. The prospect who does stick out? A.E. with some incredible hands. In an ideal world that would make him as safe a target as you can imagine, but the DSFL (or NSFL) is not an ideal world. A.E. is unique, however.
Watch For: Nacho Varga and Carlomagno Ray
It’s a difficult task trying to separate the wide receivers of the S15 draft class. Almost all post similar footspeed, lateral mobility, and ability to bring down the ball. Yet, Nacho does all of that and a little bit more: he does it consistently. His stamina is only rivaled by MBC, who subsequently doesn’t hold Nacho’s elusiveness post-catch. He’s fortunate to stand, pre-draft, as one of the more well-rounded wide outs. Let’s see what he can do. Carlomagno also stands out, but for a quick pair of feet that puts him in another pre-draft tier than the other wideouts. With decent, not great hands, Carlomagno has the potential to end the season near the top of WR draft boards.
The Leader: Andre Thornton
Although Nacho is well-rounded, Andre is a beast and well-scouted in the DSFL. He’s a known quantity, which means that until Nacho, MBC, AE or any other wideout prospect shows him up, he’s the guy to beat. Wide receiver is always an interesting race to watch, and even though this DSFL season promises to have many great positional battle storylines, WR is still attention-grabbing.
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TIGHT ENDS
The Prospects: 6
Luke South brings not only a great country music name to the DSFL, but a great baseline ability to act a checkdown option for a young QB. In related news, there are many young and inexperienced QBs this season. His ability to bring down balls could be impressive, but he’ll have to work on rounding out his game to move up the tight end draft boards for S15.
Watch For: Timmy Hoss
The sole vertical threat TE in this draft class, Timmy Hoss has a great deal of promise in additional to standing out in his peer group. He’s footspeed isn’t great at the moment, he’s a bit behind most of the other more balanced tight ends, but he has a lot of potential. With just a bit of mustard in his game, some juice in his legs, he’ll be a name to watch for rising up draft rankings. Jammerson Irving has a very balanced scouting report, so he’s a great blank slate candidate to be shaped by a knowledgeable DSFL coach. Olsen and Wright have decent baseline catching abilities, and could quickly mold into strong offensive weapons with the right coordinator.
The Leader: Chase Jensen
I like Cameron Olsen’s stamina and once he rounds out his game he might jump into contention here, but for now Chase is the clear leader of his pack of TE’s. His experience for the Coyotes means that he is a known quantity (this is a recording: known quantity = leader, until dethroned). He has good footspeed, not great, and good pass catching. He truly is developing into a very balanced tight end, and until he’s dethroned, he’s number one.
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OFFENSIVE LINE
The Prospects: 4
Who Stands Out: They ALL Do … They Decided to Create OL
Really this speaks for themselves. DSFL GM’s will be super ecstatic, OL’s in the D league have been leaky as hell and often let young quarterbacks get mercilessly sacked. If these OL develop, there will be plenty of space for them as league favourites. A great sign is one of these prospects is from a well known football family, and likely knows the difficult OL journey (that can be unrewarding) ahead.
Watch For: Jacob Rowan
To be honest, watch them all closely because OL is difficult to play due to a lack of statistics or results that come up in the sim. But damn, a pass blocking OL could be gamechanging. They’d never win it (read above bit about lack of results), but that’s MVP calibre importance if you can protect your QB in the DSFL.
The Leader: Brave Ulysses, and Gregor Clegaine
There’s an argument to be made for each of the prospects. Jacob was close here, and so was Rahm Kota, but Brave is by far the leader in this category. He is unmatched in strength, a total beast on the line, and promises to win most of his battles. Gregor has the strength of Jacob but more well rounded to the ground game and protecting the routes for his running back as well. With the right offensive coordinator at the sidelines, Gregor could inflict some hell on defensive lines. It’ll be interesting to watch all four this season.
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DEFENSIVE END
The Prospects: 5
Our favourite asian noodle dish stands out from the rest of his defensive end peers through a speed rusher skillset. With high speed and high endurance, and more importantly a decently balanced strength, expect Lo Mein to be bubbling to the surface of DSFL scouting boards.
Watch For: Mick Moekr & Memphis Wilkerson
The two power rushers share the watch for title as they start with similar builds and promise an entertaining side positional battle with the added benefit of a largely similar initial scouting report. M&Moekr is a little more balanced, but Wilkerson has slightly more strength in his game. Both can bend offensive linemen to their will. Should be a fascinating battle to watch play out.
The Leader: Khalil Sack and Nero Alexander
If there’s two things you want your defensive end to be, it’s strong and fast. Khalil and Nero check both categories with the best footspeed in their peer group. The difference, and reason why Khalil is a hair ahead of Nero? Khalil is also tied for the second best sheer strength on the field. Although Lo Mein has balanced promise and M&M and Wilkerson are both absurdly strong, Khalil takes the best of all three prospects and molds them into a dominant defensive line force that is primed to make damage day one. Nero is only a step behind on the bench press, but right on Khalil’s tail.
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DEFENSIVE TACKLE
The Prospects: 5
Disclaimer: Morris is my player, so read with a touch of salt. At first glance, there’s not a lot separating the defensive tackles of the S15 mega-cohort. All are interior rushers after all. However, Cardo has a different skillset than the average DT prospect with quick reaction times and elusiveness for the large frame he holds. A higher overall speed than his other prospects make him a unique prospect in the group.
Watch For: The Balancers (Bill Inohi, Poster Nutbag, Nick Snider)
These three have very balanced scouting reports that showcase a very thorough base skillset for each prospect. Nutbag is the strongest of the three, but marginally so. It’ll be a fun positional battle to watch as all three develop in the DSFL and look to make a name for themselves.
The Leader: Bruce Waynner
A defensive tackle has one job; outmuscle the opposing center or guard. Well its beneficial to be hella strong to get that job done, and Waynner meets that bill the best of the S15 DT prospect pool. With the most pure strength in the group, and therefore the most natural DT build, Waynner edges the more well-scouting and known Cardo as the defensive tackle to dethrone.
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LINEBACKER
The Prospects: 17
Oh boy, is this kid fast. Buddha Lebowski, aka the speedy Buddha, enters the pre-draft conversation as the quickest linebacker prospect and in the upper tier of speedy prospects not in a secondary or rushing role. It’s enough to differentiate him from the rest of his class pre-draft. Lanzer Grevious is either a less-fast or more-rounded version of Speedy Buddha, depending on your perception of the skill.
Watch For: Rock Hardshaft, Tony “The Big Salami” Gabagool, Marquees Acho, Guy Nikko, Lawalin Tae'Orr
Five very different prospects here and all of whom I’m interested in watching for different reasons. One common denominator is a baseline of speedy skill; they each are good at sprinting and reaching coverage or jumping into a blitz. Hardshaft has a grittier, take-you-down at contact, scouting report. On the opposite end, Nikko is all playmaking with excellent coverage baseline skills. “The Big Salami”, Acho, and LTO are achingly similar, except TBS and LTO have slightly less stamina than Acho. All will be on the NFY radar, and have high expectations: linebacker is a role that excels in the DSFL.
The Leader(s): JoJo Burr-Kirven, Josh Allen, Johnny Slothface
Once again, defaulting this category to be more the “knowns” versus the “unknowns”. JoJo is a very well known asset at this point, and has tremendous skill in both footspeed and take-downs to boot. Allen has a similar speedy skillset, while Slothface is the most balanced of the three. Don’t sleep on this list of linebackers; with 15 and counting prospects the positional battles will be fierce.
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CORNERBACK
The Prospects: 10
If you’ve read the entire thing to this point, congratulations. This won’t be a surprise. If you’re starting to read here, then let me catch you up: speed is a helluva skill in the DSFL (and NSFL). And, in the S15 Draft Class so far, most positions have one guy running away with the speed game. For cornerbacks, that’s Neon the Speed Demon (real name: Neon Demon). High level footspeed is already in the books for this kid, and it’ll be interesting to see if Neon doubles down on one-dimensional development or balances his game.
Watch For: Christopher Loren, Tobias Chase
Two interesting prospects here: Loren is the more traditional CB with good quickness and ball hawking baselines, but also the strongest endurance of the group. An underrated quality league-wide, it also holds true for corners and sets Loren up for a watch-worthy DSFL season. Tobias, on the other hand, is watch-worthy for the sheer difference of the build. With less than ideal footspeed it’d be easy to knock the prospect, but a good mind for the game and ball hawking in his scouting report means that Chase could be someone to watch.
The Leader: Emondov Emoji
Despite the huge cornerback class that S15 is shaping up to hold, Emondov continues to sit atop the pile as the one to beat. Well known, well liked, well scouted and a great scouting report to boot. The leader is the leader until they aren’t, but Emondov holds the position pre-DSFL draft day.
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SAFETIES
The Prospects: 16
It’s not everyday that there is new safeties who are focused on supporting an 8 box or playing strong side. Therefore Bray and D’Angelo are the unicorns of this safety prospect pool. But despite playing similar styles, they both have very different skillsets. Brayden has a knack for not missing his man and being able to ground out a play. His tackling form is excellent. D’Angelo, on the other hand, is a more traditional safety with good, but not excellent quickness. It’ll be an interesting season to see the prospects develop and battle for the best run support safety in the S15 draft.
Watch For: Proy Tolamalu and Logan Uchiha
Both Proy and Logan remind me of Darren when I first joined: playmaking safeties who sprinkled TPE into intelligence (the guide said it helped with interceptions!), agility, speed, and endurance. That said, my advice for these safeties (and all safeties) is good - you put a nice foundation down. Now hammer speed until its capped, because unless you can get to where the ball is going in the sim, you aren’t going to see much. That said, I still attribute Darren’s higher intelligence to his pick 6 in his DSFL season. All that trip down memory lane to say these are two prospects I won’t be sleeping on and I’m looking forward to seeing what Proy and Logan can do.
The Leader: Troy “There’s No Chance I Spelled His Last Name Correctly” Humuhumunukunukuapua'a
If media was graded by total characters, I’d recommend everyone to do a report on Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. But since it’s by the word: hello Humu. Why is Mr. Long Name the leader in the safety category? If you read the above you’ll be able to guess: he’s the fastest safety in the prospect pool and being quick is the ultimate scouting report for a safety. Especially in a league like the DSFL where being quick, even just great quick and not elite quick, can pay dividends. Humu has a step on the rest of the prospects, but don’t sleep on guys like Momodou Jallow, Walt Green, and, to a lesser extent, Quentin Sinclair, who are only a step behind.
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KICKERS/PUNTERS
The Prospects: 2
"Paul Dimirio III is a balanced style kicker, meaning he has the most punting potential, but right now he's stalled. Despite being a member of the Portland squad as the post season began, he's not been seen engaging in training exercises, which is a bad sign. All around, a very raw prospect set apart only by his left-footedness, though, between you me and Bill Belichick that doesn't make a difference.
As for Alex D, he's as promising as a few-day old prospect can be. He's been seen using league training facilities despite not being on a roster yet, and has invested all his time into improving his kicking abilities, ignoring physicals right now. This is exactly what a young kicker should be doing - you can improve you speed and strength once you've been drafted. Byyt you won't be drafted if your kicking isn't up to par. Of the two, if I were a [DSFL] GM, I'd definitely opt for Alex D right now."
Not Famous Yet - Premier DSFL News - S14 - Issue 1
Big thanks to @PDXBaller for keeping NFY alive while I was away. I’m excited to bring back a favourite NFY issue: the DSFL draft primer. After the #draftocalpyse of the past few days, there are more DSFL prospects than in the history of the minor league, and the second biggest prospect draft class in either league (and applications are still trickling in).
But before getting into the good stuff, let’s introduce Not Famous Yet to our almost 90-some new readers. NFY started as a podcast I did with @The_Hero - largely for training money (podcasts pay hella good if you’re interested, hmu) - and transformed into a DSFL focused media “brand” … as far as you can have a brand for a series of posts about sim football.
NFY focuses exclusively on the DSFL, it’s prospects, it’s players, it’s GMs and, most importantly, it’s stories. Occasionally you’ll see feature articles about DSFL news, usually a power ranking or two, but the focus is generally on you - the NSFL prospect, the DSFL rookie, the new lifeblood of the league.
It’s encouraged to reach out if you want to participate. Write, talk, do graphics. If you want to get involved, let me know and we’ll figure something out. It’s a great way to pay for all that training so you can rise up the NSFL draft boards in a few short weeks.
So enjoy, and don’t forget to follow NFY on Twitter @NotFamousYetDSF.
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The Official DSFL Draft Primer
Historic. Legendary. Epic.
Those are the words used to describe the league-altering potential scope and size of the NSFL’s S15 Draft Class -- or for the purpose of NFY, the S14 DSFL Draft Class. With 88 prospects and counting, it’s not hyperbole. It’s a tidal wave about to crash on the shores of sim football.
The task for DSFL GM’s in the coming two weeks is tall: get to know these unknown faces and decide what draft capital is necessary to nab them. Unlike the NSFL where positional needs and veteran members might make things a little more focused, the DSFL is unique where for the most part new members are the lifeblood of the game.
So where to start? Not Famous Yet has your back, dear GM, and this issue attempts to do the impossible: give press time to each of the S14 DSFL rookies. Position by position we’ll break down who is who and, more importantly, who is unique.
Before we get into the nitty gritty of the DSFL Draft Primer, lets break down how the article is laid out. Each position will list the prospects, along with the user and the archetype. Then a breakdown of who stands out, who to watch, and who is NFY’s favourite prospect for each position. Unfortunately for DSFL GMs I didn't track activity, updates, bank accounts, or other OOC characteristics: so this is only good enough for a list, and a general feel of the starting attributes of the prospects. TLDR: this is more for the prospects than the GMs.
Let's start with some quick facts. There are, currently, 88 confirmed (or completed build waiting on approval) prospects for the S14 DSFL Draft and the later S15 NSFL draft. In addition, there are 9 pending prospects (incomplete starting builds) waiting confirmation by the league. They are, unfortunately, not included in this draft primer.
IF all pending prospects are approved, this draft class will be at 97 players - unseen since the earliest days of the league.
Here is the positional break down of the 88 confirmed prospects:
- QB - 5 Prospects
- RB - 11 Prospects
- WR - 7 Prospects
- TE - 6 Prospects
- OL - 4 Prospects
- DE - 5 Prospects
- DT - 5 Prospects
- LB - 17 Prospects
- CB - 10 Prospects
- S - 16 Prospects
- K - 2 Prospects
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QUARTERBACK
The Prospects: 5
- QB - Franklin Armstrong - bustergolden55 - Pocket Passer
- QB - Ryan Leaf Jr - ValorX77 - Mobile
- QB - Gimmy Jaroppolo - jimmyGOAT10 - Gunslinger
- QB - Brock Landers - gucci - Gunslinger
- QB - Apollo Lange - RohnJobert - Mobile
The first decade of the NSFL proved that gunslinger and pocket passing QBs can see a lot of success in both the big league and the development league. However, we’ve yet to see a truly gamechanging mobile QB. Can RLJ or Apollo shatter that archetype ceiling? Their scouting reports are decent and, importantly, not ignorant of key QB playmaking abilities in arm strength. If they focusing on developing his arm, and not his legs, these two prospects has massive (and interesting) potential.
Watch For: Gimmy Jaroppolo, Brock Landers
Starting with a helluva release, Jaroppolo is set to spiral the pigskin down DSFL fields almost out of the gate. He’s knocking a significant arm at 75 rating by scouts. His accuracy leaves room for growth, but with a mind that’s able to outread defensive coverages his interceptions should be manageable. Brock Landers promises a similar style, but he’s developed slightly more rounded out and is therefore slightly less risky than Jaroppolo’s boom or bust style.
The Leader: Franklin Armstrong
Armstrong has a step up on the competition in the draft class after declaring earlier and getting some late season reps in with the Portland Pythons. With a pure even scouting report between his arm and his accuracy, Franklin can be considered the most known of the unknown rookies. Pockets can collapse quickly in the DSFL, so Armstrong’s main concern will be developing a quick release.
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RUNNING BACK
The Prospects: 11
- RB - Ludicolo Bigby - TheWoZy - Speed Back
- RB - Max Vaz - Skyandbray - Speed Back
- RB - Forrest Gump - TomHanks - Speed Back
- RB - Dorfus Jimbo - ScorpXCracker - Speed Back
- RB - Terry Taffy - KingCollins - Receiving Back
- RB - Morgan Marshall - EnfysNest - Receiving Back
- RB - Ben Bortboy - spinarnie - Power Back
- RB - Kermit Stronglegs - TheChroniclesOfFrog - All-Purpose Back
- RB - Trey Moffat - Inbob27 - Power Back
- RB - Ronald St James III - coffeebeard - Power Back
- RB - Farley Hank - Beebob - Receiving Back
The somewhat rare backs who aren’t of the speed or receiving variety, these prospects offer different skillsets in the position than their S15 peers. Ben and Trey, in particular, stand out with muscular and heavy frames, making them the strongest RBs in the draft. Trey is slightly quicker than Ben, who in turn is slightly more well rounded. Short, but consistent, gains will the name of their game, making them solid red zone contributors. Meanwhile Kermit Stronglegs has a more traditional ability to create seperation with his feet, albeit with the added benefits of a more rounded part of his game than the speed backs he’s up against. RSJ3 is well rounded and a clean palette for the brushstrokes of a mentoring DSFL GM.
Watch For: Terry Taffy and Dorfus Jimbo
Terry Taffy has underrated mobility for a receiving back and, between his elusiveness in his routes and potential for target shares, makes an interesting potential multi-purpose tool in any offensive scheme. The big decisions will come during the season as either speed, elusiveness or receiving will need to be his focus point. Juggling all three is risky. Dorfus Jimbo is also an interesting prospect who lacks a bit behind the pure footspeed of his speed back brothern, but makes up for it with stronger lateral quickness.
The Leader: Ludicolo Bigby, and other Speed Backs
Yet, quick and speedy is still the name of the RB game. Without it you’re going to be stuck on short gains and topping out around 3 YPC, if you’re lucky. So the leaders of the RB category are the glut of speed backs with great scouting on their footwork pre-draft. The tie goes to the prospect most known by league scouts, Ludicolo Bigby. But don’t sleep on this race, all of the speed back prospects have incredible potential to do some damage this season.
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WIDE RECEIVERS
The Prospects: 7
- WR - Mister Big Chest - feral squirrel - Speed Receiver
- WR - Andre Thornton - Drizzy - Route Runner
- WR - Robert Kleven - RobKlev - Route Runner
- WR - Nacho Varga - Fordhammer - Route Runner
- WR - Ahri Espeeyeeseetee - steelsound - Red Zone Threat
- WR - Dashwan Jackson - yoyo13 - Red Zone Threat
- WR - Carlomagno Ray - Crey23 - Red Zone Threat
Mister Big Chest is the sole speed receiver of this wideout draft class, thus theoretically earning him the title of most unique. In reality, however, MBC’s scouting report is awfully similar to that of most of his peers. Strong, but not elite footspeed before the draft. The prospect who does stick out? A.E. with some incredible hands. In an ideal world that would make him as safe a target as you can imagine, but the DSFL (or NSFL) is not an ideal world. A.E. is unique, however.
Watch For: Nacho Varga and Carlomagno Ray
It’s a difficult task trying to separate the wide receivers of the S15 draft class. Almost all post similar footspeed, lateral mobility, and ability to bring down the ball. Yet, Nacho does all of that and a little bit more: he does it consistently. His stamina is only rivaled by MBC, who subsequently doesn’t hold Nacho’s elusiveness post-catch. He’s fortunate to stand, pre-draft, as one of the more well-rounded wide outs. Let’s see what he can do. Carlomagno also stands out, but for a quick pair of feet that puts him in another pre-draft tier than the other wideouts. With decent, not great hands, Carlomagno has the potential to end the season near the top of WR draft boards.
The Leader: Andre Thornton
Although Nacho is well-rounded, Andre is a beast and well-scouted in the DSFL. He’s a known quantity, which means that until Nacho, MBC, AE or any other wideout prospect shows him up, he’s the guy to beat. Wide receiver is always an interesting race to watch, and even though this DSFL season promises to have many great positional battle storylines, WR is still attention-grabbing.
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TIGHT ENDS
The Prospects: 6
- TE - Timmy Hoss - smaxx77 - Vertical Threat
- TE - Luke South - UnluckyBandit - Possession
- TE - Chase Jensen - dizzyDC - Balanced
- TE - Dan Wright - nickyvmip - Balanced
- TE - Cameron Olsen - Rradum - Balanced
- TE - Jammerson Irving - contacts - Balanced
Luke South brings not only a great country music name to the DSFL, but a great baseline ability to act a checkdown option for a young QB. In related news, there are many young and inexperienced QBs this season. His ability to bring down balls could be impressive, but he’ll have to work on rounding out his game to move up the tight end draft boards for S15.
Watch For: Timmy Hoss
The sole vertical threat TE in this draft class, Timmy Hoss has a great deal of promise in additional to standing out in his peer group. He’s footspeed isn’t great at the moment, he’s a bit behind most of the other more balanced tight ends, but he has a lot of potential. With just a bit of mustard in his game, some juice in his legs, he’ll be a name to watch for rising up draft rankings. Jammerson Irving has a very balanced scouting report, so he’s a great blank slate candidate to be shaped by a knowledgeable DSFL coach. Olsen and Wright have decent baseline catching abilities, and could quickly mold into strong offensive weapons with the right coordinator.
The Leader: Chase Jensen
I like Cameron Olsen’s stamina and once he rounds out his game he might jump into contention here, but for now Chase is the clear leader of his pack of TE’s. His experience for the Coyotes means that he is a known quantity (this is a recording: known quantity = leader, until dethroned). He has good footspeed, not great, and good pass catching. He truly is developing into a very balanced tight end, and until he’s dethroned, he’s number one.
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OFFENSIVE LINE
The Prospects: 4
- OL - Rahm Kota - Furrand - Technician
- OL - Jacob Rowan - Vedin - Pass Blocker
- OL - Gregor Clegaine - VossSauce14 - Athletic
- OL - Brave Ulysses - PaytonM34 - Athletic
Who Stands Out: They ALL Do … They Decided to Create OL
Really this speaks for themselves. DSFL GM’s will be super ecstatic, OL’s in the D league have been leaky as hell and often let young quarterbacks get mercilessly sacked. If these OL develop, there will be plenty of space for them as league favourites. A great sign is one of these prospects is from a well known football family, and likely knows the difficult OL journey (that can be unrewarding) ahead.
Watch For: Jacob Rowan
To be honest, watch them all closely because OL is difficult to play due to a lack of statistics or results that come up in the sim. But damn, a pass blocking OL could be gamechanging. They’d never win it (read above bit about lack of results), but that’s MVP calibre importance if you can protect your QB in the DSFL.
The Leader: Brave Ulysses, and Gregor Clegaine
There’s an argument to be made for each of the prospects. Jacob was close here, and so was Rahm Kota, but Brave is by far the leader in this category. He is unmatched in strength, a total beast on the line, and promises to win most of his battles. Gregor has the strength of Jacob but more well rounded to the ground game and protecting the routes for his running back as well. With the right offensive coordinator at the sidelines, Gregor could inflict some hell on defensive lines. It’ll be interesting to watch all four this season.
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DEFENSIVE END
The Prospects: 5
- DE - Lo Mein - MiniMan561 - Speed Rusher
- DE - Mick Moekr - nEEEkolas - Power Rusher
- DE - Memphis Wilkerson - ShackDad - Power Rusher
- DE - Khalil Sack - D4isyy - Power Rusher
- DE - Nero Alexander - shadyshoelace - Balanced
Our favourite asian noodle dish stands out from the rest of his defensive end peers through a speed rusher skillset. With high speed and high endurance, and more importantly a decently balanced strength, expect Lo Mein to be bubbling to the surface of DSFL scouting boards.
Watch For: Mick Moekr & Memphis Wilkerson
The two power rushers share the watch for title as they start with similar builds and promise an entertaining side positional battle with the added benefit of a largely similar initial scouting report. M&Moekr is a little more balanced, but Wilkerson has slightly more strength in his game. Both can bend offensive linemen to their will. Should be a fascinating battle to watch play out.
The Leader: Khalil Sack and Nero Alexander
If there’s two things you want your defensive end to be, it’s strong and fast. Khalil and Nero check both categories with the best footspeed in their peer group. The difference, and reason why Khalil is a hair ahead of Nero? Khalil is also tied for the second best sheer strength on the field. Although Lo Mein has balanced promise and M&M and Wilkerson are both absurdly strong, Khalil takes the best of all three prospects and molds them into a dominant defensive line force that is primed to make damage day one. Nero is only a step behind on the bench press, but right on Khalil’s tail.
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DEFENSIVE TACKLE
The Prospects: 5
- DT - Bill Inohi - Sunshine - Interior Rusher
- DT - Poster Nutbag - Three_Autumn_Wind - Interior Rusher
- DT - Bruce Waynner - BruceWaynner - Interior Rusher
- DT - Nick Snider - eigthroundpick - Interior Rusher
- DT - Ricardo Morris - Roly - Interior Rusher
Disclaimer: Morris is my player, so read with a touch of salt. At first glance, there’s not a lot separating the defensive tackles of the S15 mega-cohort. All are interior rushers after all. However, Cardo has a different skillset than the average DT prospect with quick reaction times and elusiveness for the large frame he holds. A higher overall speed than his other prospects make him a unique prospect in the group.
Watch For: The Balancers (Bill Inohi, Poster Nutbag, Nick Snider)
These three have very balanced scouting reports that showcase a very thorough base skillset for each prospect. Nutbag is the strongest of the three, but marginally so. It’ll be a fun positional battle to watch as all three develop in the DSFL and look to make a name for themselves.
The Leader: Bruce Waynner
A defensive tackle has one job; outmuscle the opposing center or guard. Well its beneficial to be hella strong to get that job done, and Waynner meets that bill the best of the S15 DT prospect pool. With the most pure strength in the group, and therefore the most natural DT build, Waynner edges the more well-scouting and known Cardo as the defensive tackle to dethrone.
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LINEBACKER
The Prospects: 17
- LB - Allen Josh - NamelessNate - Speed Rusher
- LB - JoJo Burr-Kirven - Rindiee - Speed Rusher
- LB - Johnny Slothface - slothfacekilla - Speed Rusher
- LB - Justin Tyme - Nuk3 - Speed Rusher
- LB - Lanzer Greivous - Rising Equinox - Coverage
- LB - Buddha Lebowski - BuddhaLebowski - Coverage
- LB - Guy Nikko - Duress - Coverage
- LB - Quenton Bode - terriblehippo - Coverage
- LB - Tony Gabagool - shipwreckrising - Coverage
- LB - CrayCray Lewis - ChuckDiesel86 - Balanced
- LB - Thad Castle - Brookroyal - Balanced
- LB - Mo Berry - Frick_Nasty - Balanced
- LB - Marquees Acho - Huskies311 - Balanced
- LB - Rock Hardshaft - Rouchicus - Balanced
- LB - Lighstout Lewis - flyeaglesfly29 - Coverage
- LB - Lawalin Tae'Orr - Thotiana - Speed Rusher
- LB - Jameis Harrison - NextJamesHarrison - Power Rusher
Oh boy, is this kid fast. Buddha Lebowski, aka the speedy Buddha, enters the pre-draft conversation as the quickest linebacker prospect and in the upper tier of speedy prospects not in a secondary or rushing role. It’s enough to differentiate him from the rest of his class pre-draft. Lanzer Grevious is either a less-fast or more-rounded version of Speedy Buddha, depending on your perception of the skill.
Watch For: Rock Hardshaft, Tony “The Big Salami” Gabagool, Marquees Acho, Guy Nikko, Lawalin Tae'Orr
Five very different prospects here and all of whom I’m interested in watching for different reasons. One common denominator is a baseline of speedy skill; they each are good at sprinting and reaching coverage or jumping into a blitz. Hardshaft has a grittier, take-you-down at contact, scouting report. On the opposite end, Nikko is all playmaking with excellent coverage baseline skills. “The Big Salami”, Acho, and LTO are achingly similar, except TBS and LTO have slightly less stamina than Acho. All will be on the NFY radar, and have high expectations: linebacker is a role that excels in the DSFL.
The Leader(s): JoJo Burr-Kirven, Josh Allen, Johnny Slothface
Once again, defaulting this category to be more the “knowns” versus the “unknowns”. JoJo is a very well known asset at this point, and has tremendous skill in both footspeed and take-downs to boot. Allen has a similar speedy skillset, while Slothface is the most balanced of the three. Don’t sleep on this list of linebackers; with 15 and counting prospects the positional battles will be fierce.
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CORNERBACK
The Prospects: 10
- CB - Xerxes Ridley - plantane - Zone
- CB - Taters Johnson - speedwolf27 - Man-to-Man
- CB - Neon Demon - kissthe6rings - Man-to-Man
- CB - Christopher Loren - christopher_loran - Man-to-Man
- CB - Emondov Emoji - BWIII - Man to Man
- CB - Troy Bryant - sharksisback - Man to Man
- CB - Lucas Knight - ven_knight - All-Around
- CB - Andrew Solomon - ZoomerMcGee - All-Around
- CB - Matteo Maximin - TF0017 - All-Around
- CB - Tobias Chase - Qux - Zone
If you’ve read the entire thing to this point, congratulations. This won’t be a surprise. If you’re starting to read here, then let me catch you up: speed is a helluva skill in the DSFL (and NSFL). And, in the S15 Draft Class so far, most positions have one guy running away with the speed game. For cornerbacks, that’s Neon the Speed Demon (real name: Neon Demon). High level footspeed is already in the books for this kid, and it’ll be interesting to see if Neon doubles down on one-dimensional development or balances his game.
Watch For: Christopher Loren, Tobias Chase
Two interesting prospects here: Loren is the more traditional CB with good quickness and ball hawking baselines, but also the strongest endurance of the group. An underrated quality league-wide, it also holds true for corners and sets Loren up for a watch-worthy DSFL season. Tobias, on the other hand, is watch-worthy for the sheer difference of the build. With less than ideal footspeed it’d be easy to knock the prospect, but a good mind for the game and ball hawking in his scouting report means that Chase could be someone to watch.
The Leader: Emondov Emoji
Despite the huge cornerback class that S15 is shaping up to hold, Emondov continues to sit atop the pile as the one to beat. Well known, well liked, well scouted and a great scouting report to boot. The leader is the leader until they aren’t, but Emondov holds the position pre-DSFL draft day.
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SAFETIES
The Prospects: 16
- S - Brayden Larosee - Braydenthegoat - Run Support
- S - D'Angelo Thompson - Noahbrown - Run Support
- S - Quentin Sinclair - MaxGnarland - Playmaker
- S - Proy Tolamalu - Adrian1878 - Playmaker
- S - Logan Uchiha - CalvinP - Playmaker
- S - Troy Humuhumunukunukuapua'a - Sir Earl - Playmaker
- S - Shaquill "The Thrill" Williams VII - Shaquill - Center Fielder
- S - Richard D'Attoria V - 124715 - Center Fielder
- S - Walt Green - Duilio05 - Center Fielder
- S - Momodou Jallow - usarice - Center Fielder
- S - Jack Rambo - oz3700 - All-Around
- S - Fatih Terim - Eco - All-Around
- S - Martavius Mack - Allplanet - All-Around
- S - Giannis Kroustis - Air Crou - All-Around
- S - Lamont McKinnie - SouljaBoy2007 - All-Around
- S - Franklin Cooper - killerking - Playmaker
It’s not everyday that there is new safeties who are focused on supporting an 8 box or playing strong side. Therefore Bray and D’Angelo are the unicorns of this safety prospect pool. But despite playing similar styles, they both have very different skillsets. Brayden has a knack for not missing his man and being able to ground out a play. His tackling form is excellent. D’Angelo, on the other hand, is a more traditional safety with good, but not excellent quickness. It’ll be an interesting season to see the prospects develop and battle for the best run support safety in the S15 draft.
Watch For: Proy Tolamalu and Logan Uchiha
Both Proy and Logan remind me of Darren when I first joined: playmaking safeties who sprinkled TPE into intelligence (the guide said it helped with interceptions!), agility, speed, and endurance. That said, my advice for these safeties (and all safeties) is good - you put a nice foundation down. Now hammer speed until its capped, because unless you can get to where the ball is going in the sim, you aren’t going to see much. That said, I still attribute Darren’s higher intelligence to his pick 6 in his DSFL season. All that trip down memory lane to say these are two prospects I won’t be sleeping on and I’m looking forward to seeing what Proy and Logan can do.
The Leader: Troy “There’s No Chance I Spelled His Last Name Correctly” Humuhumunukunukuapua'a
If media was graded by total characters, I’d recommend everyone to do a report on Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. But since it’s by the word: hello Humu. Why is Mr. Long Name the leader in the safety category? If you read the above you’ll be able to guess: he’s the fastest safety in the prospect pool and being quick is the ultimate scouting report for a safety. Especially in a league like the DSFL where being quick, even just great quick and not elite quick, can pay dividends. Humu has a step on the rest of the prospects, but don’t sleep on guys like Momodou Jallow, Walt Green, and, to a lesser extent, Quentin Sinclair, who are only a step behind.
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KICKERS/PUNTERS
The Prospects: 2
- K - Paul Dimirio III - Nykonax - Balanced
- K - Alex Dasistwirklichseinnachname - BigKicks - Accurate
"Paul Dimirio III is a balanced style kicker, meaning he has the most punting potential, but right now he's stalled. Despite being a member of the Portland squad as the post season began, he's not been seen engaging in training exercises, which is a bad sign. All around, a very raw prospect set apart only by his left-footedness, though, between you me and Bill Belichick that doesn't make a difference.
As for Alex D, he's as promising as a few-day old prospect can be. He's been seen using league training facilities despite not being on a roster yet, and has invested all his time into improving his kicking abilities, ignoring physicals right now. This is exactly what a young kicker should be doing - you can improve you speed and strength once you've been drafted. Byyt you won't be drafted if your kicking isn't up to par. Of the two, if I were a [DSFL] GM, I'd definitely opt for Alex D right now."
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RICARDO MORRIS
Arizona Outlaws | Defensive Tackle | S15 - Present
Career: 554 TPE | 82 TCK | 4 TFL | 2/1 FR/FF | 10 SCK | 1 TD
Arizona Outlaws | Defensive Tackle | S15 - Present
Career: 554 TPE | 82 TCK | 4 TFL | 2/1 FR/FF | 10 SCK | 1 TD