03-22-2020, 06:09 AM
(This post was last modified: 03-22-2020, 06:09 AM by Benthicc_Biomancer.)
As a proud offensive linesman prospect from the NSFL’s bumper r/NFL draft class, I decided to search the annals of league history for the great offensive linesman of seasons past; those who left a trail of pancaked pass-rushers on their way to the Hall of Fame. Much to my disappointment (but unfortunately not my surprise) I was not able to find any, outside of the great Angus Winchester, who won accolades for his work in the trenches before transitioning to other positions, as the league-wide opinion of offensive-linesmen waned. In light of this, I'd make the case for Jordan Yates, who's career followed much the same path, but apparently burned too bright, too quickly to make it into the Hall of Fame. Yates turned in commendable work in the trenches, earning four Pro-Bowl selections as an Offensive Linesman, more than anyone else at the position. But it was Yates decision to swap the trenches for the open field that would cement his legacy. Following his transition, and his reacquisition by the Otters, Yates would become one of the greatest receiving backs in league history, with many of the records set during his legendary 2020 and 2021 seasons still sitting near the top of the record books. This includes the most reception yards in a season (1860), in a single game (212) and in an Ultimus game (156), third most annual receptions (121) and forth most receiving touchdowns (15). Yates brief renaissance with Orange County would net him two Ultimus trophies, but his overall career outside the trenches was perhaps too brief to put up the numbers needed to enter the Hall of Fame. This was not for lack of trying however, with Yates receiving Hall of Fame nominations in 2026, 2027 and 2028, ultimately falling short each time before dropping out of contention. Although Yates’ star has faded, its worth considering just how brightly it shone. The dreamy heights of those 2020 and 2021 seasons are unlikely to ever be equalled, and well worth Jordan Yates admission into the Hall of Fame.
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