12) This task is exclusive to non-recreate rookies of the S23 class and later. In 400 words or more, how has your experience been in the league? Who have you met that has made your time here more fun, friendly, and exciting? Have you been satisfied with your player’s early start? What was it like being drafted for the first time? Do you have any comments or suggestions for the entire league that you think should be implemented?
I’ve had a great experience in the league so far! When I joined from r/nfl, I had no idea what to expect. Once I registered an account on the website, I was more confused than anything. Nothing really drew me in, and I thought it was likely that I wouldn’t stick around. This changed once I joined the discord and was greeted by a vibrant community. It was nice to see people were happy to help me with any questions I had.
Once I explored the website a bit more I started getting excited about creating a backstory for my player. I quickly wrote my first media article about my player, describing how he almost quit football. It was cool to explore my player’s history and share it with others.
Later, I stumbled upon the ISFL wiki. I’m the type of person who likes reading Wikipedia articles for fun, so I thought it was awesome that this existed. After looking at some of the wikis other people created, I got to work on creating my own. As someone who is a big fan of creative writing and football, I had a great time making my page. It was a lot of fun coming up with who my player was both on and off the field.
In the few days I’ve been in the league, it’s been exciting meeting new people. The few DSFL scouts who have contacted me have been incredibly helpful. In particular, Maglubiyet from the Royals has been awesome, and I’ve gotten to know a few people in the Royals’ discord over the last couple of days. Overall, everyone I’ve talked to has been super welcoming. This community truly is great!
I am satisfied with where my player is right now. I’ve been learning about the TPE system and feel like I can continue earning TPE as the next season arrives. I can’t wait for my first season to begin so I can watch my player develop. There’s just so many things I’m looking forward to, like the prospect bowl, getting drafted, and meeting everyone who will be on my new team.
It’s also been super cool to learn more about the league itself. I listened to two ISFL 20 for 20 podcasts and enjoyed them a lot. Bex and Slm do a great job with it and it’s fascinating to learn what occurs behind the scenes. There’s a lot more to this league than appears at first glance, and I’m excited to get started!
15) Choose your favorite non-playoffs game of this season, whether your own team or another. Explain what was so special and why the winner ultimately came out victorious, including key players and moments.
The week 11 matchup between the Portland Pythons and Norfolk Seawolves was a must-win game for both teams. The Pythons had a disastrous start of the season, opening the season 0-4, but had won 4 of the last 6 games. On the flip side, the Seawolves had slumped to a 6-4 record after starting 5-0. Both teams desperately needed a win if they wanted to make the playoffs. The players were going to leave everything on the field.
The Seawolves took an early lead, aided by a 19yd Rogers’ touchdown run with 3 minutes left in the first. After kicking off, the Seawolves forced a quick 3-out, sacking QB Howitzer on back to back plays. Once they got the ball back, Guava-Fresca made a 42yd field goal making it 10-0.
The Pythons were able to storm back, tying the game up at 10-10 by the end of the half. Early in the 3rd, the Seawolves took control of the game when RB Skrills ran for a TD. They would lead the rest of the way, winning 34-23. This win would prove crucial, as the Seawolves would go undefeated and win their first Ultimini in team history.
Seawolves’ RB Captain Rodgers deserves a lot of credit for the win. He ran for 108 yards and 2 TD against the Pythons. If not for his stellar performance, the Seawolves would have likely lost. Without a first-round bye, would they still win the Ultimini? Or continue to be the losers of the DSFL? All we know for certain is that the Seawolves’ win over the Pythons ended their losing streak and saved their season. While this game may be overshadowed by the playoffs, it was one of the most important in Seawolves history.
25) Select any player who was drafted in the back half of a DSFL or ISFL draft. Show how that player has outperformed their draft position, or how they will soon do so. You cannot write about your own player.
Hall of Famer Dan Miller made 6 straight pro bowls, had 24 sacks in a season, and holds the ISFL record for sacks with 132. With such a historic career, it is easy to forget that he was passed on 87 times in the 2016 ISFL draft. That’s right, one of the greatest defensive players ever wasn’t drafted until the 88th pick.
Hindsight is 20/20, however, Miller showed potential for greatness before even being drafted. At the combine, Miller showed an excellent combination of size and strength. He had a bench press result of 47, the best of anyone that year. Perhaps even more impressive is his 40-yard dash time of 4.58 seconds. Keep in mind, Miller weighed 360lbs at the time. How crazy is that?
Despite Miller’s excellent career, his teams struggled to find success. This is evident by him only making the playoffs two times. Yet, this lack of team success has little to do with him. In the 2019 and 2020 season, Miller helped lead two of the best defenses in the league. In both years, Miller’s team failed to reach the playoffs. This goes to show no matter how good one player is, football is a team-driven sport. Dan Miller epitomizes this concept, being an amazing player on less than amazing teams.
I’ve had a great experience in the league so far! When I joined from r/nfl, I had no idea what to expect. Once I registered an account on the website, I was more confused than anything. Nothing really drew me in, and I thought it was likely that I wouldn’t stick around. This changed once I joined the discord and was greeted by a vibrant community. It was nice to see people were happy to help me with any questions I had.
Once I explored the website a bit more I started getting excited about creating a backstory for my player. I quickly wrote my first media article about my player, describing how he almost quit football. It was cool to explore my player’s history and share it with others.
Later, I stumbled upon the ISFL wiki. I’m the type of person who likes reading Wikipedia articles for fun, so I thought it was awesome that this existed. After looking at some of the wikis other people created, I got to work on creating my own. As someone who is a big fan of creative writing and football, I had a great time making my page. It was a lot of fun coming up with who my player was both on and off the field.
In the few days I’ve been in the league, it’s been exciting meeting new people. The few DSFL scouts who have contacted me have been incredibly helpful. In particular, Maglubiyet from the Royals has been awesome, and I’ve gotten to know a few people in the Royals’ discord over the last couple of days. Overall, everyone I’ve talked to has been super welcoming. This community truly is great!
I am satisfied with where my player is right now. I’ve been learning about the TPE system and feel like I can continue earning TPE as the next season arrives. I can’t wait for my first season to begin so I can watch my player develop. There’s just so many things I’m looking forward to, like the prospect bowl, getting drafted, and meeting everyone who will be on my new team.
It’s also been super cool to learn more about the league itself. I listened to two ISFL 20 for 20 podcasts and enjoyed them a lot. Bex and Slm do a great job with it and it’s fascinating to learn what occurs behind the scenes. There’s a lot more to this league than appears at first glance, and I’m excited to get started!
15) Choose your favorite non-playoffs game of this season, whether your own team or another. Explain what was so special and why the winner ultimately came out victorious, including key players and moments.
The week 11 matchup between the Portland Pythons and Norfolk Seawolves was a must-win game for both teams. The Pythons had a disastrous start of the season, opening the season 0-4, but had won 4 of the last 6 games. On the flip side, the Seawolves had slumped to a 6-4 record after starting 5-0. Both teams desperately needed a win if they wanted to make the playoffs. The players were going to leave everything on the field.
The Seawolves took an early lead, aided by a 19yd Rogers’ touchdown run with 3 minutes left in the first. After kicking off, the Seawolves forced a quick 3-out, sacking QB Howitzer on back to back plays. Once they got the ball back, Guava-Fresca made a 42yd field goal making it 10-0.
The Pythons were able to storm back, tying the game up at 10-10 by the end of the half. Early in the 3rd, the Seawolves took control of the game when RB Skrills ran for a TD. They would lead the rest of the way, winning 34-23. This win would prove crucial, as the Seawolves would go undefeated and win their first Ultimini in team history.
Seawolves’ RB Captain Rodgers deserves a lot of credit for the win. He ran for 108 yards and 2 TD against the Pythons. If not for his stellar performance, the Seawolves would have likely lost. Without a first-round bye, would they still win the Ultimini? Or continue to be the losers of the DSFL? All we know for certain is that the Seawolves’ win over the Pythons ended their losing streak and saved their season. While this game may be overshadowed by the playoffs, it was one of the most important in Seawolves history.
25) Select any player who was drafted in the back half of a DSFL or ISFL draft. Show how that player has outperformed their draft position, or how they will soon do so. You cannot write about your own player.
Hall of Famer Dan Miller made 6 straight pro bowls, had 24 sacks in a season, and holds the ISFL record for sacks with 132. With such a historic career, it is easy to forget that he was passed on 87 times in the 2016 ISFL draft. That’s right, one of the greatest defensive players ever wasn’t drafted until the 88th pick.
Hindsight is 20/20, however, Miller showed potential for greatness before even being drafted. At the combine, Miller showed an excellent combination of size and strength. He had a bench press result of 47, the best of anyone that year. Perhaps even more impressive is his 40-yard dash time of 4.58 seconds. Keep in mind, Miller weighed 360lbs at the time. How crazy is that?
Despite Miller’s excellent career, his teams struggled to find success. This is evident by him only making the playoffs two times. Yet, this lack of team success has little to do with him. In the 2019 and 2020 season, Miller helped lead two of the best defenses in the league. In both years, Miller’s team failed to reach the playoffs. This goes to show no matter how good one player is, football is a team-driven sport. Dan Miller epitomizes this concept, being an amazing player on less than amazing teams.