Robbed: Let's be honest, the San Jose Sabercats should've made the playoffs because they are ballers. The bad part is that they aren't winners and didn't win enough games to get the chance to fight for the big dance. Maybe next year if they shore up their defense they can make it. Mayran Jackson hopes to get another shot at a title since he won two straight in his first two seasons in the league. This time he hopes he can lead the Sabercats to that title and do it without steroid users like the Outlaws had. Sabercats need some offensive line help to ensure their quarterback can stay on his feet. If their passing game is clearly what they think will guide them into the playoffs, you want to create an atmosphere that is healthy for quarterbacks to work their magic; not just if Orosz is under center. Time to nut up or shutup as they say in the sports world or else this team will always be a contender but thought of as a pretender. They should've made the postseason this year but the hype clearly got to their heads and the struggled down the stretch against non-playoff teams.
Playoff Series MVP: Bradley Westfield won the Ultimus single handily with his excellent play for the Otters. It's hard to stand out as a receiver in the big game because often times when the team wins, the media gives the trophy to the quarterback or the middle linebacker who out performed all other defensive players. Luckily for Westfield, he made it really easy for the media to select an MVP this year. A 141 yard outing to go with a 23.5 yard average on his catches made him standout even more. He wasn't even the busiest receiver on his Otter team, but he outshined everyone else and grabs the trophy in my mind. Mike boss had a rough game statistically but even than Bradley Westfield was able to put up some great numbers. This is the type of performance that people speak of in years to come as they look at the bar that has been set. As a receiver I am somewhat jealous of the performance (and that he got to play in the playoffs) but more so the performance he put on in the Ultimus bowl. Maybe next year his performance can be bested by a Mayran Jackson sighting in the Ultimus.
Hate the player or the game: The San Jose Sabercats didn't make the postseason but probably should've. A team with a lot of hope going into the season but couldn't end up making the playoffs and it is a tad disappointing. Blessed with one of the best passing games on paper, you'd have expected that in itself to be enough. Their quarterback had some struggles and it came back to bite them. With a gifted defense and an all-star receiving unit, the Sabercats not making the postseason is a bit of a surprise. If they want to compete moving forward they will need to have a better all-round game and shore up some holes in their offensive line. Chris Orosz was highly touted when he came to San Jose but in his own words, he hasn't really live dup to the hype. San Jose has pretty much so far always not lived up to the hype that they have had going into seasons but they still manage to somehow be fighting for a playoff spot every year. Whether they just crumble under pressure or they simply do not have enough star power to grab themselves a playoff spot. A more balanced attack and maybe a bit of pall calling is the issue with the Sabercats.
Going to Disneyland!: Bradley Westfield wins the Ultimus MVP honours and gets to travel over to Disneyland for the week. What a glorious trip that took place when he arrived. Westfield was picked up at LAX with a nice Lincoln limo driven by Matthew McConahaugh. First stop was the liquor store where he finally got all that liquor that he can't afford. Next stop was the hotel where the league had him set up in and then a quick pitstop for some more fuel and Westfield and his family were off to Disneyland. He is afraid of rollercoasters so they stuck with the teacups this time until he warmed up and was ready for a real treat. next up was Space Mountain where it is believed that Westfield closed his eyes the entire ride...eventhough the ride is in the dark. Then he went off to visit some of the Disney princesses and kiss a toad or two. Then off to Tom Sawyer's great adventure and some Water mountain surprise. The best ride that Bradley said he went on was the "It's A Small World" ride because he says the song is his go-to warmup song. Hey, whatever gets you pumped man just don't let it rub off on your teammates.
Playoff Series MVP: Bradley Westfield won the Ultimus single handily with his excellent play for the Otters. It's hard to stand out as a receiver in the big game because often times when the team wins, the media gives the trophy to the quarterback or the middle linebacker who out performed all other defensive players. Luckily for Westfield, he made it really easy for the media to select an MVP this year. A 141 yard outing to go with a 23.5 yard average on his catches made him standout even more. He wasn't even the busiest receiver on his Otter team, but he outshined everyone else and grabs the trophy in my mind. Mike boss had a rough game statistically but even than Bradley Westfield was able to put up some great numbers. This is the type of performance that people speak of in years to come as they look at the bar that has been set. As a receiver I am somewhat jealous of the performance (and that he got to play in the playoffs) but more so the performance he put on in the Ultimus bowl. Maybe next year his performance can be bested by a Mayran Jackson sighting in the Ultimus.
Hate the player or the game: The San Jose Sabercats didn't make the postseason but probably should've. A team with a lot of hope going into the season but couldn't end up making the playoffs and it is a tad disappointing. Blessed with one of the best passing games on paper, you'd have expected that in itself to be enough. Their quarterback had some struggles and it came back to bite them. With a gifted defense and an all-star receiving unit, the Sabercats not making the postseason is a bit of a surprise. If they want to compete moving forward they will need to have a better all-round game and shore up some holes in their offensive line. Chris Orosz was highly touted when he came to San Jose but in his own words, he hasn't really live dup to the hype. San Jose has pretty much so far always not lived up to the hype that they have had going into seasons but they still manage to somehow be fighting for a playoff spot every year. Whether they just crumble under pressure or they simply do not have enough star power to grab themselves a playoff spot. A more balanced attack and maybe a bit of pall calling is the issue with the Sabercats.
Going to Disneyland!: Bradley Westfield wins the Ultimus MVP honours and gets to travel over to Disneyland for the week. What a glorious trip that took place when he arrived. Westfield was picked up at LAX with a nice Lincoln limo driven by Matthew McConahaugh. First stop was the liquor store where he finally got all that liquor that he can't afford. Next stop was the hotel where the league had him set up in and then a quick pitstop for some more fuel and Westfield and his family were off to Disneyland. He is afraid of rollercoasters so they stuck with the teacups this time until he warmed up and was ready for a real treat. next up was Space Mountain where it is believed that Westfield closed his eyes the entire ride...eventhough the ride is in the dark. Then he went off to visit some of the Disney princesses and kiss a toad or two. Then off to Tom Sawyer's great adventure and some Water mountain surprise. The best ride that Bradley said he went on was the "It's A Small World" ride because he says the song is his go-to warmup song. Hey, whatever gets you pumped man just don't let it rub off on your teammates.