I think this season we could see a big upset during the playoffs. The Yellowknife Wraiths are currently 8-6, but they have some impressive wins under their belt which shows their tenacity and potential. Against conference leaders, YK is currently 3-0. That’s 2-0 against Baltimore and 1-0 against the Sabercats.
I want to specifically highlight YK’s 41-19 win over Baltimore in Baltimore. This was a super close game, 20-16 YK after 3 quarters, but YK turned up the heat in the fourth quarter when they scored 21 unanswered points, starting with a 71 yard punt return touchdown. They were very aggressive with the football at the end of the game even while they were up, and their drives down the field continuously discouraged Baltimore and made sure they stayed down. With back to back 2 minute style drives while Baltimore was in desperation mode, YK made a serious statement as to what they’re capable of.
Against their match against SJ, the highest scoring offense in the league, YK held them to just 16 points in 3 quarters, and didn’t give up a single point in the 4th. YK’s defense is about middle of the league, but they can step up their game when the spotlight is on them.
I want to specifically highlight YK’s 41-19 win over Baltimore in Baltimore. This was a super close game, 20-16 YK after 3 quarters, but YK turned up the heat in the fourth quarter when they scored 21 unanswered points, starting with a 71 yard punt return touchdown. They were very aggressive with the football at the end of the game even while they were up, and their drives down the field continuously discouraged Baltimore and made sure they stayed down. With back to back 2 minute style drives while Baltimore was in desperation mode, YK made a serious statement as to what they’re capable of.
Against their match against SJ, the highest scoring offense in the league, YK held them to just 16 points in 3 quarters, and didn’t give up a single point in the 4th. YK’s defense is about middle of the league, but they can step up their game when the spotlight is on them.