The NSFL Draft a lot closer than one might think, and with free agency right in the thick of things and retirements across the board, there will a number of roster spots opening up and moving around the league. I've been looking around at teams and have even started a conversation with a few, and I have to say that I'm very excited to begin the next chapter of my NFL career as an official part of one of the eight NSFL teams. I think there is a lot of potential in each of the teams, but there is definitely a ranking in which I would want to find myself joining a roster. Here it is.
8th - Colorado Yeti -
After a pretty average season with no real special performances or showcases of talent, this team just lost their starting quarterback. With no replacement in sight they will need to take to trading or drafting a quarterback soon or the team will fall into a long rebuild, one that from the looks of their roster they have just gotten out of. There is a number of young players on the team who still have some potential, but by the time a new quarterback is acquired they will be out time. I think that Colorado is a team that won't be competitive for a number of years yet, and that's not the market I'm looking to join. On another note, I have not heard from the Yeti management which keep them low on my list and as a "will not sign".
7th - New Orleans Second Line -
New Orleans is a team that is obviously quite strong, but after this year's retirements the team will begin to get a lot quicker before they will quickly move out of their window and into irrelevance, much like the Yeti. I think the Second Line have a lot more potential to continue on at the top then the Yeti though, and that's why they remain higher because this is a team that I feel will be servicable a lot faster than their mountain counterpart.
6th - Philadelphia Liberty -
My big thing is that I don't want to head to a team that is a dumpster fire or will intentionally tank for wins, because the part about the NSFL that is most entertaining for me is the realism, and I've always hated the reality that teams tank for picks. Obviously this is a very good method, and by keeping their players down an extra season the Liberty gave themselves another year to add pieces for beginning the build. I think that just from a stand point of right, Philadelphia is a no go until they get a little more on their feet, and until they contact me about a pre-draft interview.
5th - San Jose Sabercats -
Now we're getting into the teams that have more success and will be higher on my list. San Jose already has lot of player who will make them a very strong contender, and with a number of guys on the way from the DSFL they should be a top contending team within a handful of seasons. The Sabercats have not reached out to me, and for that reason they fall to the bottom of the list with the teams I would love to go to.
4th - Yellowknife Wraiths -
In all honesty, this is one of the teams that I want to go to the most. Yellowknife is exactly what I want, a retooling team with middle aged players and a lot of great potential that will be kick ass very soon, and should be able to compete with the best in the mean time. It was on a fluke that the Wraiths didn't make the playoffs this season, but trust me when I say they certainly will in S11. Yellowknife has a ton of great guys, and I would love to join the locker room but sadly have not heard from any team rep as of yet, leaving them the highest of the teams who have contacted me.
3rd - Orange County Otters -
In recent time I've been in contact with the Otters GM and have been informed that while the team doesn't need a running back, they would still be very happy to supply me a home, and with an offer like that it's hard to resist. Orange County is obviously a great squad with a lot of great players, and the locker room seems like it would be a great place just based upon my interactions with some of their team members. Orange County is right on the cusp of another Ultimus, although it might be a year or two before they can finally realize that dream of winning it all again.
2nd - Arizona Outlaws -
Arizona was another of the three teams that has contacted me so far, and I really liked the dialogue that started with the Outlaws management team. Arizona is another great destination in the middle of a retooling, and with young talent like Fitzpatrick, Squanch, and Crindy there's a lot to look forward to, not to mention the gaping hole at running back that is jut waiting for me to swoop in an take it. Reg Mackworthy will have to move over this season, because if I head to Arizona the running game will be getting a lot more electric.
1st - Baltimore Hawks -
Yes, that's right. The Baltimore Hawks are my top destination, and for a number of reasons. Baltimore is the team that I have had the longest conversation with, and I'm glad about it too because they have an awesome roster in place, and with the recent addition of Applehort they have extended their championship time for a few more years. The Hawks could be one of the best teams in the league for years with recent additions and roster moves, and seeing as they hold two first round picks I'd be very excited if this was my future home.
So there you have it, the official draft list of DSFL running back all-star Antonio Summer. While there is stil time, I want to remind all NSFL GM's that if you plan on taking me on draft night, you have to send me a PM before you do to start a converation or I WILL refuse to sign with your team. No team is off the block for me, this is just me playing favourites with the current relationships I have with members of the league. See you at the draft!
8th - Colorado Yeti -
After a pretty average season with no real special performances or showcases of talent, this team just lost their starting quarterback. With no replacement in sight they will need to take to trading or drafting a quarterback soon or the team will fall into a long rebuild, one that from the looks of their roster they have just gotten out of. There is a number of young players on the team who still have some potential, but by the time a new quarterback is acquired they will be out time. I think that Colorado is a team that won't be competitive for a number of years yet, and that's not the market I'm looking to join. On another note, I have not heard from the Yeti management which keep them low on my list and as a "will not sign".
7th - New Orleans Second Line -
New Orleans is a team that is obviously quite strong, but after this year's retirements the team will begin to get a lot quicker before they will quickly move out of their window and into irrelevance, much like the Yeti. I think the Second Line have a lot more potential to continue on at the top then the Yeti though, and that's why they remain higher because this is a team that I feel will be servicable a lot faster than their mountain counterpart.
6th - Philadelphia Liberty -
My big thing is that I don't want to head to a team that is a dumpster fire or will intentionally tank for wins, because the part about the NSFL that is most entertaining for me is the realism, and I've always hated the reality that teams tank for picks. Obviously this is a very good method, and by keeping their players down an extra season the Liberty gave themselves another year to add pieces for beginning the build. I think that just from a stand point of right, Philadelphia is a no go until they get a little more on their feet, and until they contact me about a pre-draft interview.
5th - San Jose Sabercats -
Now we're getting into the teams that have more success and will be higher on my list. San Jose already has lot of player who will make them a very strong contender, and with a number of guys on the way from the DSFL they should be a top contending team within a handful of seasons. The Sabercats have not reached out to me, and for that reason they fall to the bottom of the list with the teams I would love to go to.
4th - Yellowknife Wraiths -
In all honesty, this is one of the teams that I want to go to the most. Yellowknife is exactly what I want, a retooling team with middle aged players and a lot of great potential that will be kick ass very soon, and should be able to compete with the best in the mean time. It was on a fluke that the Wraiths didn't make the playoffs this season, but trust me when I say they certainly will in S11. Yellowknife has a ton of great guys, and I would love to join the locker room but sadly have not heard from any team rep as of yet, leaving them the highest of the teams who have contacted me.
3rd - Orange County Otters -
In recent time I've been in contact with the Otters GM and have been informed that while the team doesn't need a running back, they would still be very happy to supply me a home, and with an offer like that it's hard to resist. Orange County is obviously a great squad with a lot of great players, and the locker room seems like it would be a great place just based upon my interactions with some of their team members. Orange County is right on the cusp of another Ultimus, although it might be a year or two before they can finally realize that dream of winning it all again.
2nd - Arizona Outlaws -
Arizona was another of the three teams that has contacted me so far, and I really liked the dialogue that started with the Outlaws management team. Arizona is another great destination in the middle of a retooling, and with young talent like Fitzpatrick, Squanch, and Crindy there's a lot to look forward to, not to mention the gaping hole at running back that is jut waiting for me to swoop in an take it. Reg Mackworthy will have to move over this season, because if I head to Arizona the running game will be getting a lot more electric.
1st - Baltimore Hawks -
Yes, that's right. The Baltimore Hawks are my top destination, and for a number of reasons. Baltimore is the team that I have had the longest conversation with, and I'm glad about it too because they have an awesome roster in place, and with the recent addition of Applehort they have extended their championship time for a few more years. The Hawks could be one of the best teams in the league for years with recent additions and roster moves, and seeing as they hold two first round picks I'd be very excited if this was my future home.
So there you have it, the official draft list of DSFL running back all-star Antonio Summer. While there is stil time, I want to remind all NSFL GM's that if you plan on taking me on draft night, you have to send me a PM before you do to start a converation or I WILL refuse to sign with your team. No team is off the block for me, this is just me playing favourites with the current relationships I have with members of the league. See you at the draft!