(S21) - PT4 - Ultimus Dreamin’

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Despite their 0-2 start, the Portland Pythons managed to steer an even course before finishing the season with two big wins that pushed us to 8-6. As a result, we comfortably entered the playoffs in the NFC's wildcard position. Whilst this position (and the accompanying lack of home-field advantage) certainly wouldn't make us the favourite to win the Ultimini, we're nonetheless in a great position to do so. The ultimate strength of the Pythons is how balanced and lethal we are across all phases of the game. Our QB leads the league in attempts, completions and yards, whilst being one behind the joint leaders in touchdowns. Interceptions are admittedly a concern, but O'Donnell has shown that he can win the game with his arm, even whilst giving the opposition a couple freebies. Our air-game is balanced by the unrelenting force of our run-game, where Nakamura, Keppler and our redoubtable OL corps have shown themselves capable of grinding out the opposition when necessary. Even O'Donnell himself has rattled off 6.5 yards per rush on 12 carries. Our run game might not be the league leader but we’ve enough wins to show that it works. Overall, the Portland offense has shown the ability to 'get it done', but the undisputed gem of the Pythons is our strangling defense. The first defense in points, 3rd in rush yards and 2nd in passing yards. We lead the league in tackles for loss, forced fumbles and interceptions. This is the product of having multiple defensive players leading defensive stats at their positions. This all-around nature of the Python's roster gives our GMs the tools and flexibility to build against any threat we’ll face in the playoffs and will win us an Ultimini.


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