We find ourselves in Kansas City, MO, at the facilities of the DSFL's Coyotes. The stage of the media room is set for two, and sure enough, two people take the stage shortly after members of the media finish arriving, one proudly sporting Kansas City gear, the other in the colors of their week thirteen opponent, the San Antonio Marshals. These are Brayden Ennis (@Buttersqauch101) and Bubba Thumper, the duo of rookie defensive tackles in the season seventeen class who have adopted the name "Two Tackle Gang".
Despite being away from his home turf, Thumper is the player who leans into the microphone to open the press conference. "Ennis and I are thrilled to be here, and happy to answer any questions y'all might have for either of us".
Thumper: "Easy, guys. Some of us better players have had a rough season when it comes to production. Even I'm not putting up the numbers I feel I should be. No reason to squabble over it; just put your head down and get to work trying to change it."
Thumper: "Honestly, I'd like to eventually have a chance to get my hands on McCann, when he finally steps out from behind the wall in Tijuana. All the quarterbacks I've had the privilege of playing with and against this season are guys I'd like to show some sack-based love to at the next level, really."
Thumper: "I've been doing a ton of work recently to make sure my speed and stamina are up. It's been a struggle to get to the ball in the backfield this season, and I think a lot of that was just my inability to keep up, so it's important to me that I make the little improvements to get there."
Thumper: "Like I've said over and over during my time in this league, I'm here to contribute to a competitor. I want to help push my team into the playoffs, hopefully sooner rather than later, and season one is going to be a good opportunity to prove that I can contribute to a team at that level."
(Note: Buttersqauch101 and I will be splitting all earnings from this presser 50/50.)
Despite being away from his home turf, Thumper is the player who leans into the microphone to open the press conference. "Ennis and I are thrilled to be here, and happy to answer any questions y'all might have for either of us".
(07-27-2019, 09:34 PM)TropicaliaCC Wrote:Mr. Ennis, what’s your response to the rumors about the recent locker room brawl between you and Tyrone Brackenridge.Ennis: “We’ve just had a few disagreements on the team which has led him to be very selfish on and off the field as he’s not looking for the best future of KCC, so yes the rumors are partly true.”
(07-27-2019, 09:43 PM)SabaDonutMan Wrote:To Mr. Thumper, 1) How will the Marshals need to improve in order to win the UltiminiThumper: "It really comes down to cutting down on the little mistakes we make, and trying to capitalize on every opportunity we have. We know we have an uphill battle to get to the championship, but we also know we've had some tough luck in close games, so we know that if we can make the little adjustments, we still have a real shot at this."
(07-27-2019, 09:43 PM)SabaDonutMan Wrote:2) As you are projected to be a top pick in the NSFL draft are there any specific teams you would like to play for?Thumper: "I said it when I declared for the DSFL, and I'll say it again now: I'm happy to play anywhere where I can contribute for a competitor. I recognize that teams that haven't been competing this season are going to take interest in what I bring to the table, and I want them to know that they shouldn't shy away from drafting me. I just want to know that my team has a plan to get us to the top, and I want to know I have a place in that plan. Anybody in this league can compete with the right pieces, and I want to be one of those pieces for somebody."
(07-27-2019, 09:43 PM)SabaDonutMan Wrote:To Mr. Ennis, 1) Do you believe that your clash with teammate Tyrone Brackenridge will affect your draft stock?Ennis: “If anything it will raise it as he has been the one showing disrespect to the team and himself so it should only affect his stock, he’s not the best locker room influence.”
(07-27-2019, 09:43 PM)SabaDonutMan Wrote:2) How has the lack of defensive line in the NSFL affected the atmosphere in the DSFL?Ennis: “The lack of good defensive line has made it so me and Bubba stand out among the rest. People who were supposed stand out among the rest have been quiet when playing and have most likely ruined their draft stock.”
(07-27-2019, 09:50 PM)Lowlycrib Wrote:To Mr. Ennis: How can you explain your complete lack of production this season?Ennis: “Can you explain your lack of hands?”
Thumper: "Easy, guys. Some of us better players have had a rough season when it comes to production. Even I'm not putting up the numbers I feel I should be. No reason to squabble over it; just put your head down and get to work trying to change it."
(07-27-2019, 09:58 PM)TomHanks Wrote:Which NSFL quarterback would you most like to sack?Ennis: “Personally I’d like to sack Childish Gambino but since he has retired it’s impossible unless they do a Retired vs Current game.”
Thumper: "Honestly, I'd like to eventually have a chance to get my hands on McCann, when he finally steps out from behind the wall in Tijuana. All the quarterbacks I've had the privilege of playing with and against this season are guys I'd like to show some sack-based love to at the next level, really."
(07-27-2019, 09:58 PM)TomHanks Wrote:Playoffs are coming up, and both of you will be participating, how are you preparing?Ennis: “I’ve been preparing by training harder than before. When offseason comes though, just know I’ll be one of the best players this draft.”
Thumper: "I've been doing a ton of work recently to make sure my speed and stamina are up. It's been a struggle to get to the ball in the backfield this season, and I think a lot of that was just my inability to keep up, so it's important to me that I make the little improvements to get there."
(07-27-2019, 09:58 PM)TomHanks Wrote:What are your goals for your first season in the NSFL?Ennis: “My main goal is to earn my role as starter and even hopefully win DROTY.”
Thumper: "Like I've said over and over during my time in this league, I'm here to contribute to a competitor. I want to help push my team into the playoffs, hopefully sooner rather than later, and season one is going to be a good opportunity to prove that I can contribute to a team at that level."
(Note: Buttersqauch101 and I will be splitting all earnings from this presser 50/50.)