07-06-2017, 05:18 AM
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Offensive Comparison: Orosz vs Noble II
The two highest rated quarterbacks meet up in what will be the final slugfest to decide who will represent the NSFC to make their claim for the Ultimus. Chris Orosz of the Yellowknife Wraiths has stepped up time and time again in order to take the crown of the best NSFL QB passer rating of 77.6.
Logan Noble hasn't been too far off in passer rating, only falling short by four tenths of Orosz in that statistic. Even with that small difference, it was his performance in the last season of the regular season that lifted the Yeti to the first divisional title in NSFL history. Even faced with a multitude of pressure, he stayed strong in the pocket and ill the team to victory.
It's definitely a matchup worth looking forward to as this is now the game that matters the most. Two of the elite QBs that have solidified themselves as the future of the league, it'll be interesting to see if Noble's dominance continues or will Orosz bring out a few extra tricks to make the defense stumble before the finish line.
It all starts on Friday, don't miss out on greatness personified.
Defensive Comparison: Saint vs Shelton II
Defense indeed wins championships. Starting off with the linebacker position, we most definitely have two of the best being showcased in the NSFC Championship game. Jonathan Saint of the Colorado Yeti and Lindarius Shelton of the Yellowknife Wraiths both know how to shift the momentum on the defensive side of the ball.
Both players eclipsed the 100 tackle milestone in their first year with Lindarius taking the edge in the matchup 118-101.
What Jonathan Saint lacked in tackles, he made sure to capitalize in other opportunities to make an impact, notching a LB record 14 sacks. Two heavy hitters meet up with full intent to keep the QBs honest.
Both players have been effective leaders on the football field since day one and I'll be keeping my eyes on them when the lights come on. One of these highly touted linebackers will be in the championship game with their team. My money is on the always reliable Lindarius Shelton but that's the personal bias coming out. Make sure to keep your eyes on the these two men. It all comes down to this.
Bottom Third: Baltimore Hawks Last Resort Fell Short
I've called it from the beginning. The tetralogy between the Yellowknife Wraiths and the Baltimore Hawks was going to be the deciding factor for either of these teams. When the dust settled, it was the Wraiths that came up standing and the Hawks felt short of the marker.
As we've discussed here, here, and here, it was clear to show that it honestly could have gone either way between the two teams. The Wraiths and the Hawks both fought for a chance to contend for the NSFC championship all the way to the end.
After the Wraiths lost to the Hawks in game 1, they stormed back with a 40-20 beatdown in game two. After that, the Hawks couldn't regain their footing and bring another win back to Baltimore. This was also the turning point for the Wraiths' run to the #2 seed. The final score of the four game series was 3-1 in favor of the Wraiths. Immediately knocking Baltimore out of contention in the process.
I've said it so many times in the last part of that series that Baltimore should still have plenty of pride in what happened and come back storming next year. Besides game two, The competition was REAL between the two rivals. I've dubbed this rivalry to be special because of how the tetralogy may be the last ever of it's kind during the regular season. Now it's time for them to focus on what exactly do they need to improve the overall base of the team. I honestly believe they have what it takes to do so.
Future Talent: I Don't Wanna See You Goooooo, Stay In Yellowknife, Dermot Lavelle!!
I'm not sure if I can stop raving about what Dermot Lavelle has brought to our team. His persistence in the locker room, on the field, making green and keeping WRs in check all year. Learning behind one of the best CBs in the league, Dirk Cutter, he managed to make his own mark and has easily made it known that he's #1 draft pick material.
Tackles? Check. 57. Four most out of Cornerbacks.
Passes defensed? Check. 18 of them. Tied for first out of CBs.
Interceptions? Check yet again. Four. Tied for first out of CBs.
Even went in and took an offensive player's cookies and forced a fumble.
This isn't news to any of us in Yellowknife. We knew he had the potential to be one of the GOATs. However, it's much better when you prove it on a night in night out basis like he has. If there's one person the Wraiths will be playing for the most within these next couple of weeks, its gonna be Dermot.
One day, he's gonna anchor a defense for another blessed team in this league. Let it be known, if he falls to us again (which he more than likely won't, but let me dream!), you definitely won't see me complaining anytime soon. Cheers to Dermot for a successful season here in Yellowknife. :cheers: Let's bring the Ultimus back to where it belongs!
#WraithsNation
Playoff Predictions: Yellowknife Believes in Miracles?
If you can already guess where I'm going with this just from the title, you're smart. You're loyal. I appreciate that. (DJ Khaled Voice)
Going into the final three games of the inaugural season, there's been plenty to talk about. Which of these teams has the fortitude and will power to lift the Ultimus trophy in the air for their respective city? We have four strong competitors heading in and it's going to be very interesting to see how it all unfolds.
Looking into the ASFC, we have the Arizona Outlaws and the Orange County Otters meeting for the fifth time this year. The Outlaws have owned the series between the four games so far. It may be much more accurate that the Outlaws have owned QB Mike Boss. We all know how he started his career (the six interception debacle) but after surviving the QB controversy, he's earned the trust (and I'm saying that gingerly) of his teammates heading into their most important game of their careers.
Mike Boss HAS to play his best performance against the Outlaws right now when it counts. He cannot fall back to where he was before. Against the Outlaws, he's thrown for two touchdowns, 13 INTs, and a QB rating of 37.8. That will give his team a quick ride back to the OC before halftime.
I'm thinking it will be more of the same and the Outlaws will come out on top by a score of 24-14. The running game of the Otters close for most of the game but I believe the Outlaws defense will pull through in the long run.
NSFC talk now as we go into the fifth installment of the Yellowknife Wraiths and Colorado Yeti. In similar fashion, the Yeti has a grip of the series between the two teams, winning three of the four times they played. We've witnessed some bad football play and coaching from the Wraiths late in their primetime loss. Two of the best QBs in Chris Orosz and Logan Noble will duel it out once more but this time it's for higher stakes. It's for the NSFC crown, bay bayyy.
After being embarrased on national TV, they prepare to bounce back. It's easy to say that the Wraiths got humbled after failing to continue the previous win streak of four games. Can the Wraiths slow down Noble and keep Orosz upright? Logan Noble just seemed to find ways to complete passes with the drama and pressure in his grill. He's probably as composed as I ever seen a QB with a defensive line that's prepared to rip him limb from limb.
The last game between them slipped Yellowknife into a underdog role but I believe it's a role that means little to them. They earn this spot and this is where I believe they will show it. I have the Wraiths coming out on top in a defensive battle 19-12 and metting up with the Outlaws to battle it out for the Ultimus Trophy.
In the NSFL Championship match, it will be the Arizona Outlaws taking on the Yellowknife Wraiths. These two teams have met twice back to back and each team has won once. The matchup we've been waiting for, the lockdown defense of the Outlaws pitted against the dynamic balanced offense of the Wraiths.
Dirk Cutter vs. Stormblessed.
Dermot Lavelle vs. Lincoln Jefferson.
Ricky Maddox vs Harrif Ernston rivalry reawakens.
Pick your poison, this matchup has everything.
I have the Wraiths coming into this game as underdogs (for the second time this playoffs) and pulling one of the best orchestrated game winning drives to take the lead late. Final score being 30-24.
Can someone call them Cardiac Wraiths? The Ultimus Trophy will be heading towards Yellowknife this year.
Word.
1516 words, definitely over that 200 word count jazz. Lmaoo
The two highest rated quarterbacks meet up in what will be the final slugfest to decide who will represent the NSFC to make their claim for the Ultimus. Chris Orosz of the Yellowknife Wraiths has stepped up time and time again in order to take the crown of the best NSFL QB passer rating of 77.6.
Logan Noble hasn't been too far off in passer rating, only falling short by four tenths of Orosz in that statistic. Even with that small difference, it was his performance in the last season of the regular season that lifted the Yeti to the first divisional title in NSFL history. Even faced with a multitude of pressure, he stayed strong in the pocket and ill the team to victory.
It's definitely a matchup worth looking forward to as this is now the game that matters the most. Two of the elite QBs that have solidified themselves as the future of the league, it'll be interesting to see if Noble's dominance continues or will Orosz bring out a few extra tricks to make the defense stumble before the finish line.
It all starts on Friday, don't miss out on greatness personified.
Defensive Comparison: Saint vs Shelton II
Defense indeed wins championships. Starting off with the linebacker position, we most definitely have two of the best being showcased in the NSFC Championship game. Jonathan Saint of the Colorado Yeti and Lindarius Shelton of the Yellowknife Wraiths both know how to shift the momentum on the defensive side of the ball.
Both players eclipsed the 100 tackle milestone in their first year with Lindarius taking the edge in the matchup 118-101.
What Jonathan Saint lacked in tackles, he made sure to capitalize in other opportunities to make an impact, notching a LB record 14 sacks. Two heavy hitters meet up with full intent to keep the QBs honest.
Both players have been effective leaders on the football field since day one and I'll be keeping my eyes on them when the lights come on. One of these highly touted linebackers will be in the championship game with their team. My money is on the always reliable Lindarius Shelton but that's the personal bias coming out. Make sure to keep your eyes on the these two men. It all comes down to this.
Bottom Third: Baltimore Hawks Last Resort Fell Short
I've called it from the beginning. The tetralogy between the Yellowknife Wraiths and the Baltimore Hawks was going to be the deciding factor for either of these teams. When the dust settled, it was the Wraiths that came up standing and the Hawks felt short of the marker.
As we've discussed here, here, and here, it was clear to show that it honestly could have gone either way between the two teams. The Wraiths and the Hawks both fought for a chance to contend for the NSFC championship all the way to the end.
After the Wraiths lost to the Hawks in game 1, they stormed back with a 40-20 beatdown in game two. After that, the Hawks couldn't regain their footing and bring another win back to Baltimore. This was also the turning point for the Wraiths' run to the #2 seed. The final score of the four game series was 3-1 in favor of the Wraiths. Immediately knocking Baltimore out of contention in the process.
I've said it so many times in the last part of that series that Baltimore should still have plenty of pride in what happened and come back storming next year. Besides game two, The competition was REAL between the two rivals. I've dubbed this rivalry to be special because of how the tetralogy may be the last ever of it's kind during the regular season. Now it's time for them to focus on what exactly do they need to improve the overall base of the team. I honestly believe they have what it takes to do so.
Future Talent: I Don't Wanna See You Goooooo, Stay In Yellowknife, Dermot Lavelle!!
I'm not sure if I can stop raving about what Dermot Lavelle has brought to our team. His persistence in the locker room, on the field, making green and keeping WRs in check all year. Learning behind one of the best CBs in the league, Dirk Cutter, he managed to make his own mark and has easily made it known that he's #1 draft pick material.
Tackles? Check. 57. Four most out of Cornerbacks.
Passes defensed? Check. 18 of them. Tied for first out of CBs.
Interceptions? Check yet again. Four. Tied for first out of CBs.
Even went in and took an offensive player's cookies and forced a fumble.
This isn't news to any of us in Yellowknife. We knew he had the potential to be one of the GOATs. However, it's much better when you prove it on a night in night out basis like he has. If there's one person the Wraiths will be playing for the most within these next couple of weeks, its gonna be Dermot.
One day, he's gonna anchor a defense for another blessed team in this league. Let it be known, if he falls to us again (which he more than likely won't, but let me dream!), you definitely won't see me complaining anytime soon. Cheers to Dermot for a successful season here in Yellowknife. :cheers: Let's bring the Ultimus back to where it belongs!
#WraithsNation
Playoff Predictions: Yellowknife Believes in Miracles?
If you can already guess where I'm going with this just from the title, you're smart. You're loyal. I appreciate that. (DJ Khaled Voice)
Going into the final three games of the inaugural season, there's been plenty to talk about. Which of these teams has the fortitude and will power to lift the Ultimus trophy in the air for their respective city? We have four strong competitors heading in and it's going to be very interesting to see how it all unfolds.
Looking into the ASFC, we have the Arizona Outlaws and the Orange County Otters meeting for the fifth time this year. The Outlaws have owned the series between the four games so far. It may be much more accurate that the Outlaws have owned QB Mike Boss. We all know how he started his career (the six interception debacle) but after surviving the QB controversy, he's earned the trust (and I'm saying that gingerly) of his teammates heading into their most important game of their careers.
Mike Boss HAS to play his best performance against the Outlaws right now when it counts. He cannot fall back to where he was before. Against the Outlaws, he's thrown for two touchdowns, 13 INTs, and a QB rating of 37.8. That will give his team a quick ride back to the OC before halftime.
I'm thinking it will be more of the same and the Outlaws will come out on top by a score of 24-14. The running game of the Otters close for most of the game but I believe the Outlaws defense will pull through in the long run.
NSFC talk now as we go into the fifth installment of the Yellowknife Wraiths and Colorado Yeti. In similar fashion, the Yeti has a grip of the series between the two teams, winning three of the four times they played. We've witnessed some bad football play and coaching from the Wraiths late in their primetime loss. Two of the best QBs in Chris Orosz and Logan Noble will duel it out once more but this time it's for higher stakes. It's for the NSFC crown, bay bayyy.
After being embarrased on national TV, they prepare to bounce back. It's easy to say that the Wraiths got humbled after failing to continue the previous win streak of four games. Can the Wraiths slow down Noble and keep Orosz upright? Logan Noble just seemed to find ways to complete passes with the drama and pressure in his grill. He's probably as composed as I ever seen a QB with a defensive line that's prepared to rip him limb from limb.
The last game between them slipped Yellowknife into a underdog role but I believe it's a role that means little to them. They earn this spot and this is where I believe they will show it. I have the Wraiths coming out on top in a defensive battle 19-12 and metting up with the Outlaws to battle it out for the Ultimus Trophy.
In the NSFL Championship match, it will be the Arizona Outlaws taking on the Yellowknife Wraiths. These two teams have met twice back to back and each team has won once. The matchup we've been waiting for, the lockdown defense of the Outlaws pitted against the dynamic balanced offense of the Wraiths.
Dirk Cutter vs. Stormblessed.
Dermot Lavelle vs. Lincoln Jefferson.
Ricky Maddox vs Harrif Ernston rivalry reawakens.
Pick your poison, this matchup has everything.
I have the Wraiths coming into this game as underdogs (for the second time this playoffs) and pulling one of the best orchestrated game winning drives to take the lead late. Final score being 30-24.
Can someone call them Cardiac Wraiths? The Ultimus Trophy will be heading towards Yellowknife this year.
Word.
1516 words, definitely over that 200 word count jazz. Lmaoo