04-25-2019, 09:29 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-25-2019, 11:05 AM by TeyonSchavari.)
1. Playoff Reviews [223 words]
Wow, these DSFL playoffs games were something special. We had nailbiters, upsets, and one team named Champion!
Lets start with Tijuana VS San Antonio, the Luchadores VS the Marshals. San Antonio came into the playoffs with only one loss on the year and home field advantage, looking unstoppable. However, whispers of the Marshals' playoff curse would ring true, as Tijuana had other plans. Stingy defense held off any comeback efforts by San Antonio, as they would complete the upset and win 30-21.
Next we have a thrilling matchup between Norfolk and Portland. It was a sloppy game, with turnovers and punts prevalent. It was definitely a kicking duel as both teams only scored one touchdown, and Portland didn't score offensively as their TD was a pick six. In the end, the Pythons got the last lucky strike, edging out the Seawolves 16-13.
How about this championship game. Both teams came with fire, but the Luchadores just could not stop the Python offense despite forcing Armstrong to throw 3 picks. The Pythons were rolling on the ground, with 3 separate rushers going over 75 yards for a team total of 252 yards. Penalties also destroyed Tijuana's chances, as they accrued 85 penalty yards to the Pythons 20. In the end, Portland came out on top, 34-20.
The Portland Pythons are your Ultimini champions! Congrats!
3. All about the QBs [224 words]
There were a lot of great QB matchups during these playoffs. Guys like Franklin Armstrong, who set a couple of records through the course of the season, along with NSFL draft picks Cooter Bigsby and Corvo Havran. The one that I was most excited for was when the San Antonio Marshals took on the Tijuana Luchadores: first overall pick for the NSFL in Bigsby VS the second overall pick, Havran. I'm not sure how any other QB duel can be more hyped up than this. You've got the surgical precision of Bigsby leading the powerhouse Marshal offense against the big arm of Havran, who was instrumental to his teams success as well. During the game, it was a fun to watch these guys duke it out. Neither of them had crazy yardage stats, but they did both finish with exactly 156 yards, which goes to show how evenly matched these two are. Bigsby was able to get 2 more touchdowns than Havran, but he turned the ball over on a pick while Havran had none. It was an exciting matchup, and although Bigsby had the edge on stats, Havran and his team had a better overall game as the Luchadores beat the Marshals in a fantastic upset. Here's to hoping we see more of this matchup when they are starting for an NSFL team.
13. That Magic Moment [213 words]
In this season's playoff games, there were many memorable moments, especially being on the team that ended up winning the Ultimini. But the one standout moment from this years playoffs was when Lanzer Greivous took an interception to the house in what might have been the most important moment of the entire postseason.
We were down by a touchdown, and we were just getting into the fourth quarter. Our offense was stalling, Armstrong had some struggles, and it was beginning to look like we wouldn't be able to catch up to Norfolk. Their defense had been playing lights out. Our defense needed to just do something to get us back before it was too late. In a pivotal moment, Grievous read Longshaw like a book and stepped in front of his pass, bringing it the other way and scoring untouched. It was pure elation on the Pythons side, and gave us a spark that led to us getting the win. It was so exciting to see.
Without that play, none of what happened after would have been possible. We could have easily been eliminated, and we would have seen a completely different championship play out. Could you imagine Norfolk winning it all after going 6-8? No thank you. Lanzer Greivous, you're the man.
14. Going to Disneyland! [261 words]
In the Ultimini, there were many performances worthy of MVP. Between the three headed rushing attack of the Pythons, Armstrong's 3 passing TDs, and some great receiving performances, many candidates have a good argument. But, nobody has a better argument than Ultimini MVP Rkansaw N/A, who was able to run for 77 yards on 12 attempts for a great 6.4 yards per carry and a touchdown, as well as adding 47 yards on 4 receptions and a second touchdown through the air. This talented back may have had to sacrifice some opportunities to the other great rushers on his team, but he made the most out of what he had, and is very deserving of this honor.
After the game, we interviewed Rkansaw to see how his celebratory trip to Disneyland was expected to go. "I can't wait!" said Rkansaw. "I've got family that will love to go, and I'll make sure to ride everything I possibly can. We ended the season in the best way possible, it's time to let loose!"
It is said that he took his parents, brothers, sisters, and girlfriend with him on the trip. He was able to see all of the attractions available, which was an amazing experience for him. "I loved my trip. I'll definitely take my kids there whenever that happens down the line. I'll be doing this again when I win the Ultimus as an NSFL player!"
Rkansaw made the most of his opportunities on the field, and rightfully rewarded himself off the field. Congratulations to Rkansaw N/A and the Portland Pythons!
Wow, these DSFL playoffs games were something special. We had nailbiters, upsets, and one team named Champion!
Lets start with Tijuana VS San Antonio, the Luchadores VS the Marshals. San Antonio came into the playoffs with only one loss on the year and home field advantage, looking unstoppable. However, whispers of the Marshals' playoff curse would ring true, as Tijuana had other plans. Stingy defense held off any comeback efforts by San Antonio, as they would complete the upset and win 30-21.
Next we have a thrilling matchup between Norfolk and Portland. It was a sloppy game, with turnovers and punts prevalent. It was definitely a kicking duel as both teams only scored one touchdown, and Portland didn't score offensively as their TD was a pick six. In the end, the Pythons got the last lucky strike, edging out the Seawolves 16-13.
How about this championship game. Both teams came with fire, but the Luchadores just could not stop the Python offense despite forcing Armstrong to throw 3 picks. The Pythons were rolling on the ground, with 3 separate rushers going over 75 yards for a team total of 252 yards. Penalties also destroyed Tijuana's chances, as they accrued 85 penalty yards to the Pythons 20. In the end, Portland came out on top, 34-20.
The Portland Pythons are your Ultimini champions! Congrats!
3. All about the QBs [224 words]
There were a lot of great QB matchups during these playoffs. Guys like Franklin Armstrong, who set a couple of records through the course of the season, along with NSFL draft picks Cooter Bigsby and Corvo Havran. The one that I was most excited for was when the San Antonio Marshals took on the Tijuana Luchadores: first overall pick for the NSFL in Bigsby VS the second overall pick, Havran. I'm not sure how any other QB duel can be more hyped up than this. You've got the surgical precision of Bigsby leading the powerhouse Marshal offense against the big arm of Havran, who was instrumental to his teams success as well. During the game, it was a fun to watch these guys duke it out. Neither of them had crazy yardage stats, but they did both finish with exactly 156 yards, which goes to show how evenly matched these two are. Bigsby was able to get 2 more touchdowns than Havran, but he turned the ball over on a pick while Havran had none. It was an exciting matchup, and although Bigsby had the edge on stats, Havran and his team had a better overall game as the Luchadores beat the Marshals in a fantastic upset. Here's to hoping we see more of this matchup when they are starting for an NSFL team.
13. That Magic Moment [213 words]
In this season's playoff games, there were many memorable moments, especially being on the team that ended up winning the Ultimini. But the one standout moment from this years playoffs was when Lanzer Greivous took an interception to the house in what might have been the most important moment of the entire postseason.
We were down by a touchdown, and we were just getting into the fourth quarter. Our offense was stalling, Armstrong had some struggles, and it was beginning to look like we wouldn't be able to catch up to Norfolk. Their defense had been playing lights out. Our defense needed to just do something to get us back before it was too late. In a pivotal moment, Grievous read Longshaw like a book and stepped in front of his pass, bringing it the other way and scoring untouched. It was pure elation on the Pythons side, and gave us a spark that led to us getting the win. It was so exciting to see.
Without that play, none of what happened after would have been possible. We could have easily been eliminated, and we would have seen a completely different championship play out. Could you imagine Norfolk winning it all after going 6-8? No thank you. Lanzer Greivous, you're the man.
14. Going to Disneyland! [261 words]
In the Ultimini, there were many performances worthy of MVP. Between the three headed rushing attack of the Pythons, Armstrong's 3 passing TDs, and some great receiving performances, many candidates have a good argument. But, nobody has a better argument than Ultimini MVP Rkansaw N/A, who was able to run for 77 yards on 12 attempts for a great 6.4 yards per carry and a touchdown, as well as adding 47 yards on 4 receptions and a second touchdown through the air. This talented back may have had to sacrifice some opportunities to the other great rushers on his team, but he made the most out of what he had, and is very deserving of this honor.
After the game, we interviewed Rkansaw to see how his celebratory trip to Disneyland was expected to go. "I can't wait!" said Rkansaw. "I've got family that will love to go, and I'll make sure to ride everything I possibly can. We ended the season in the best way possible, it's time to let loose!"
It is said that he took his parents, brothers, sisters, and girlfriend with him on the trip. He was able to see all of the attractions available, which was an amazing experience for him. "I loved my trip. I'll definitely take my kids there whenever that happens down the line. I'll be doing this again when I win the Ultimus as an NSFL player!"
Rkansaw made the most of his opportunities on the field, and rightfully rewarded himself off the field. Congratulations to Rkansaw N/A and the Portland Pythons!