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End of Preseason, S7 - The San Antonio Marshals are preparing for the kickoff of DSFL action this Tuesday at 8 pm EST after a hectic offseason that saw changes in both the front office and on the field. After the eligibility of multiple cornerstone defensive veterans ended, the season promises to bring anew a challenge for the reigning DSFL champions.
Last season saw the San Antonio Marshals take home the Ultimini in a championship showdown with the Kansas City Coyotes lead by first overall prospect Howard Miller. However, for many of the key defensive players on that team, it was their last championship run with San Antonio. Defensive cornerstone @majesiu Vladimir Fyodorovich, known as the Siberian Swatter, has been called up to the NSFL's Orange County Otters to start the season and will be absent from the Marshals secondary. Other key defensive players Isaiah Rashad, Rafael Reyes, and Jorge Masvidal have all been forced off of the Marshals lineup due to their eligibility ending.
However, the team quickly addressed those glaring defensive failings in drafting stud linebacker prospects @Ramero Rickey Ramero and @BWIII Brock Weathers III. Ramero's relative Guillermo Ramero was hired by the Marshals in the offseason as the newest co-GM, after Dean Jackson was promoted to the NSFL and hired by the Arizona Outlaws. Skeptic pointed to the hiring as solidifying the Marshals shot at the young Rickey, but General Manager Roly insisted to reporters that Guillermo was the best candidate and brings new strategic insights to the team. The young Ramero and BWIII will be tasked with shutting down the slot for opposing offenses, getting into rushing lanes and using their college-touted strength and tackling skill to keep opponents honest.
On offense, Marshals star quarterback @MVick Mike Vick will be returning as the go-to QB1. After his counterpart Ryan Applehort was traded to the Pythons and then called up to the Colorado Yeti in the NSFL, Vick will inherit the every down responsibilities for the Marshals offense. Rookie @`incitehysteria` Alexander Overholt will begin the season playing QB2 and in relief of Vick. Team sources indicate that if Overholt steps up his training, he could begin to get looks with the ball and split some duties with Vick.
Returning star receiver @cpetrella Footballer Catcherman will be the primary receiver for the Marshals this season, especially after they raised eyebrows at the draft not selecting highly touted offensive prospect Viggo Squanch. Relying on Catcherman, they will use William Sean on the last year of his DSFL eligibility to play outside receiver. At TE, the team has @andybj Alvin Chipmunk once again starting for them, although observers point out that Chipmunk could see a shortened season if his training is successful and he shows potential on the field, getting the callup to the NSFL.
In the backfield, returning Ultimini 70 yard rush winning runningback @Sleepy Willy Nyquist will be sharing duties with draft prospect @OptiimusPR1ME DJ Riddick and @ISiegel Seth Wallace. Riddick has the talent to play both in the slot and behind Vick, so Marshal fans can expect the rookie to be heavily leaned on during every down. Wallace has more strength and power, so analysts are expecting the Marshals to get him involved in short downs and red zone touches. In general with such strong RB talent, experts expect the Marshals to leverage all three players to keep players fresh.
The Marshals have announced their Season Seven slogan to be No Yield. No Limits. According to team sources, it represents the team's desire to not yield their reigning DSFL championship title and exceed perceived limitations. The path ahead is difficult as fellow SFC TiJuana Luchadores have made several savvy moves this offseason and look to present a new challenge to the Marshals traditional SFC domination. Regardless, the San Antonio Marshals looked prepared to defend their championship against their DSFL rivals in the SFC and NFC with fresh talent and legs on both sides of the ball in what is arguably one of the most balanced Marshals teams in their history. For a twice-winning franchise like San Antonio, that could spell trouble for the rest of the developmental league.
Marshals action begins Tuesday with a double home stand against the Palm Beach Solar Bears and the Kansas City Coyotes, live on Twitch at 8 pm EST.
Marshals banner designed by @OptiimusPR1ME[/div]
End of Preseason, S7 - The San Antonio Marshals are preparing for the kickoff of DSFL action this Tuesday at 8 pm EST after a hectic offseason that saw changes in both the front office and on the field. After the eligibility of multiple cornerstone defensive veterans ended, the season promises to bring anew a challenge for the reigning DSFL champions.
Last season saw the San Antonio Marshals take home the Ultimini in a championship showdown with the Kansas City Coyotes lead by first overall prospect Howard Miller. However, for many of the key defensive players on that team, it was their last championship run with San Antonio. Defensive cornerstone @majesiu Vladimir Fyodorovich, known as the Siberian Swatter, has been called up to the NSFL's Orange County Otters to start the season and will be absent from the Marshals secondary. Other key defensive players Isaiah Rashad, Rafael Reyes, and Jorge Masvidal have all been forced off of the Marshals lineup due to their eligibility ending.
However, the team quickly addressed those glaring defensive failings in drafting stud linebacker prospects @Ramero Rickey Ramero and @BWIII Brock Weathers III. Ramero's relative Guillermo Ramero was hired by the Marshals in the offseason as the newest co-GM, after Dean Jackson was promoted to the NSFL and hired by the Arizona Outlaws. Skeptic pointed to the hiring as solidifying the Marshals shot at the young Rickey, but General Manager Roly insisted to reporters that Guillermo was the best candidate and brings new strategic insights to the team. The young Ramero and BWIII will be tasked with shutting down the slot for opposing offenses, getting into rushing lanes and using their college-touted strength and tackling skill to keep opponents honest.
On offense, Marshals star quarterback @MVick Mike Vick will be returning as the go-to QB1. After his counterpart Ryan Applehort was traded to the Pythons and then called up to the Colorado Yeti in the NSFL, Vick will inherit the every down responsibilities for the Marshals offense. Rookie @`incitehysteria` Alexander Overholt will begin the season playing QB2 and in relief of Vick. Team sources indicate that if Overholt steps up his training, he could begin to get looks with the ball and split some duties with Vick.
Returning star receiver @cpetrella Footballer Catcherman will be the primary receiver for the Marshals this season, especially after they raised eyebrows at the draft not selecting highly touted offensive prospect Viggo Squanch. Relying on Catcherman, they will use William Sean on the last year of his DSFL eligibility to play outside receiver. At TE, the team has @andybj Alvin Chipmunk once again starting for them, although observers point out that Chipmunk could see a shortened season if his training is successful and he shows potential on the field, getting the callup to the NSFL.
In the backfield, returning Ultimini 70 yard rush winning runningback @Sleepy Willy Nyquist will be sharing duties with draft prospect @OptiimusPR1ME DJ Riddick and @ISiegel Seth Wallace. Riddick has the talent to play both in the slot and behind Vick, so Marshal fans can expect the rookie to be heavily leaned on during every down. Wallace has more strength and power, so analysts are expecting the Marshals to get him involved in short downs and red zone touches. In general with such strong RB talent, experts expect the Marshals to leverage all three players to keep players fresh.
The Marshals have announced their Season Seven slogan to be No Yield. No Limits. According to team sources, it represents the team's desire to not yield their reigning DSFL championship title and exceed perceived limitations. The path ahead is difficult as fellow SFC TiJuana Luchadores have made several savvy moves this offseason and look to present a new challenge to the Marshals traditional SFC domination. Regardless, the San Antonio Marshals looked prepared to defend their championship against their DSFL rivals in the SFC and NFC with fresh talent and legs on both sides of the ball in what is arguably one of the most balanced Marshals teams in their history. For a twice-winning franchise like San Antonio, that could spell trouble for the rest of the developmental league.
Marshals action begins Tuesday with a double home stand against the Palm Beach Solar Bears and the Kansas City Coyotes, live on Twitch at 8 pm EST.
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Arizona Outlaws | Defensive Tackle | S15 - Present
Career: 554 TPE | 82 TCK | 4 TFL | 2/1 FR/FF | 10 SCK | 1 TD