16. S49 was a turning point for Anakin Skywalker. Coming off of back-to-back All-Pro and Pro Bowl selections, expectations were high for him and the Baltimore Hawks. Their receiving back duo of Skywalker and Reginald Shrubbery had made defenses' lives a living hell and it helped lift them to the Ultimus. Unfortunately, they fell to the New Orleans Second Line in a heartbreaking collapse. S49 was a crucial season for the Hawks, who were standing at the cliff of monumental decisions. Do they run it back and make another championship push, or do they hit the reset button and risk wasting the rest of their high caliber players' careers? The Hawks decided to take another swing at a championship. They fielded all of their starters from the previous season, and it produced similar results. Skywalker and Shrubbery once again gave opposing defenses fits, combining for nearly 4,000 all-purpose yards and 32 touchdowns. Not only were fantasy owners happy, but so were the Hawks. They improved from third in the standings last season to second. Just like the previous year, the Hawks found themselves in the Ultimus. Unfortunately, it was Deja vu as they fell once again to the New Orleans Second Line. A lack of ring didn't mean lack of hardware, however. Skywalker became the fifth Baltimore Hawk to win MVP, making it seven wins for the team all-time. S49 saw 4 Hawks make the all-pro team. Emile Charles won Returner of the Year, while Skywalker, Kyle Bessey, and Tunkha Danstrol joined him on the All-Pro team. When the Pro Bowl roster was announced, María Teresa de la Rosa, Reginald Shrubbery, Kyle Bessey, Dino Nuggets, Carter Goad, Tunkha Danstrol, Emile Charles, and Anakin Skywalker all made the roster. Heading into the historic S50 season, the Hawks will try to finally win an Ultimus with this roster as Skywalker tries to defend his MVP crown.
21. One of the biggest team players on the Baltimore Hawks roster is running back Reginald Shrubbery. Three seasons ago, he agreed to be traded from the Otters to the Hawks, knowing that he would share the backfield with Anakin Skywalker. Both players bought into the program and enjoyed success. Since the trade, Shrubbery has earned two Pro Bowls and a first-team all-pro selection. Even if not for the success, Shrubbery has proven to be a source of support for his team. Even if it's Skywalker taking the ball across the line, Shrubbery is as happy as if it were his own touchdown. The Hawks would not be as successful as they've been the past two seasons if not for Shrubbery agreeing to join the Hawks and take on a different role. It's paid off for him individually, as it's hard to say he'd be nearly as successful in Orange County as he's been in Baltimore.
23. The Hawks finally addressed their QB situation in the S50 draft. Knowing that they had little time left with Wolfie McDummy Jr. in his prime, they drafted Kansas City QB No Pix. If all you look at is stats, Pix is likely the worst QB of his class. He had the lowest passer rating, was bottom 3 in accuracy, was tied for most interceptions, all while being tied for second worst in touchdown passes. His arm strength doesn't jump out at you, either. But he has time to develop, depending on what Wolfie McDummy decides to do in the next season or two. Pix will also benefit early in his career with the (expected) same offensive core that the Hawks do now. Shrubbery and Skywalker, while aging, are still marquee backs locked in on long contracts. They can carry the ball a ton, or stay in their roles now where they can give Pix good options to throw to. María Teresa de la Rosa is coming off a 1200+ yard season receiving and will be hitting her apex when Pix arrives.
21. One of the biggest team players on the Baltimore Hawks roster is running back Reginald Shrubbery. Three seasons ago, he agreed to be traded from the Otters to the Hawks, knowing that he would share the backfield with Anakin Skywalker. Both players bought into the program and enjoyed success. Since the trade, Shrubbery has earned two Pro Bowls and a first-team all-pro selection. Even if not for the success, Shrubbery has proven to be a source of support for his team. Even if it's Skywalker taking the ball across the line, Shrubbery is as happy as if it were his own touchdown. The Hawks would not be as successful as they've been the past two seasons if not for Shrubbery agreeing to join the Hawks and take on a different role. It's paid off for him individually, as it's hard to say he'd be nearly as successful in Orange County as he's been in Baltimore.
23. The Hawks finally addressed their QB situation in the S50 draft. Knowing that they had little time left with Wolfie McDummy Jr. in his prime, they drafted Kansas City QB No Pix. If all you look at is stats, Pix is likely the worst QB of his class. He had the lowest passer rating, was bottom 3 in accuracy, was tied for most interceptions, all while being tied for second worst in touchdown passes. His arm strength doesn't jump out at you, either. But he has time to develop, depending on what Wolfie McDummy decides to do in the next season or two. Pix will also benefit early in his career with the (expected) same offensive core that the Hawks do now. Shrubbery and Skywalker, while aging, are still marquee backs locked in on long contracts. They can carry the ball a ton, or stay in their roles now where they can give Pix good options to throw to. María Teresa de la Rosa is coming off a 1200+ yard season receiving and will be hitting her apex when Pix arrives.