Playoff Series MVP: Choose an MVP for one of the playoff series and write about why you chose them. Must be completed after the playoff series you write about
In the NSFC championship between the Wraiths and the Liberty, the obvious MVP was Eric Kennedy. He rushed 81 yards, decimating the Liberty defense as he carried his team to victory. Actually, not really. It was an incredible show of faith as the Wraiths gave Kennedy the ball when everything was on the line, rewarding him for the effort he’d shown this season. However, while 81 yards is nothing to be ashamed of, it took 25 carries to reach that point, leading to only 3.2 yards per carry. This was decent production and an improvement on Kennedy’s 3.0 yards per carry during the season, but the Liberty defense fought back against him every step of the way and were successful in keeping him out of the end zone.
Kennedy’s production occupied a large part of the game and could help make a case for the game’s MVP, but on the Wraiths’ side of the ball, this game was a team effort all the way. No one receiver stood out on their own with each player being held to 5 or less catches. Kennedy accounted for 4 of those, but only picked up 31 yards. Bailey Cook did manage to put together 104 yards with his 5 catches, doubling the most yards by any teammate with Gosh Jarden following him at 49. Of course, while the Liberty Defense made him work for it, Mat Akselsen spread the ball around, utilizing every receiver he had to keep the ball moving and drive it into the end zone twice with throws to Cook and Josesh Askins. Akselsen’s success as the QB position has been a big story this year and so we’ll recognize him as the real MVP of the game.
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Hate the player or the game: Tell us which team made the playoffs and shouldn't have, or which team didn't and should have? (Can be completed at any point)
The Wraiths shocked the world by making the play-offs, but it was never the plan. If anything, it’s sheer proof of the Wraiths’ incompetence that they not only made the play-offs, but came in as a top seed. This was, for all purposes, a rebuild year, their chance to recover from past losses and return to glory. Honestly, it might be bold, but if the team played their cards right, they might have been able to make the play-offs next year. Heck, maybe even reach the Ultimus championship. Instead, they failed to grasp of the concept of losing properly, made it to the play-offs, and reached the Ultimus this year.
Perhaps Spike Crown needs to spend some time this offseason studying how to properly rebuild a team. The Cleveland Browns would be a great example as they’ve been rebuilding for years and successfully find ways to secure early-round draft picks despite getting similar picks each year before. It takes a lot to build a believable losing streak, but the Browns always find a way. It’s this level of determination that Crown and his players need to emulate. Perhaps there’s still time to give it another try, but some are anticipating that the Wraiths may even mistakenly end up back in championship contention next year. If they do, they certainly shouldn’t expect any good drafts picks in S6.
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That Magic Moment: Pick one moment from a playoff game and describe what made it so amazing to watch. (Must be completed after the game you write about)
The magic moment and perhaps the most surprising of all came when the Otters defeated the Outlaws, denying them entry to the Ultimus Championship after winning it for the first 3 years of the league. The Otters had played well and earned the respect of their peers, but the Outlaws’ return to the top seemed all but guaranteed for many.
With six minutes left, the Otters scored a touchdown as RB :Leroy Jenkins rushed into the endzone for a 2-yard Touchdown. It allowed the Otters to take the lead 22-17,but time still remained on the Outlaws’ side. A well-paced drive down the field could allow them to retake the lead and move onto the big game. King Bronko seemed fully intent on doing so as he completed passes to several of his most dependable receivers as he connected with Chess, Evans, and Law, each of whom were instrumental in winning the previous year’s championship. However, with only around 3 minutes left, a series of drops from Evans and Garden left the Outlaws in 3rd & long position. A pass to Tuck moved the ball 4 years, but it wasn’t enough to convert. Left at 4th & 6 and too far behind to be able to rely on a field goal, the Outlaws were forced to risk it all. Putting his faith in the team’s big free agent pick-up this year, Bronko tossed the ball to Josh Garden, the $23 million dollar man. The ball sailed through the air, only to fall incomplete as Outlaws fans everywhere watched in silence. With minutes left to burn, the Otters exhausted their time-outs and shocked everyone with their incredible victory.
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Unsung Hero:Who was the unsung hero of the playoffs, convince us. (Can be completed after the Ultimus game)
I want to take a moment to break down the fourth wall and highlight not only a player, but the man behind the player, Argus Winchester aka Timeconsumer. As one of the most active members on this forum and one of the highest TPE players, many people expected big things when he made the jump from O-Line to Linebacker. The Otters had a solid defensive core, but Argus’ inclusion took them to another level. The best defensive players don’t always get the love they deserve from the stats, but their presence is felt on the field and Argus played a strong part in the Otters’ win over the Outlaws, picking up 6 tackles and a sack.
We don’t have the box score from the Ultimus yet, so it’s more difficult to track statistics. However, during the season, Argus was certainly a force to be reckoned with, picking up over 100 tackles and 11 sacks. He also deflected 5 passes, making him a benefit to the secondary as well. His willingness to fill such a needed role in the defense helped the Otters make their historic push to the Ultimus, but his continued dedication to his team and the league will make him someone that they can continue to rely on for a long time.
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In the NSFC championship between the Wraiths and the Liberty, the obvious MVP was Eric Kennedy. He rushed 81 yards, decimating the Liberty defense as he carried his team to victory. Actually, not really. It was an incredible show of faith as the Wraiths gave Kennedy the ball when everything was on the line, rewarding him for the effort he’d shown this season. However, while 81 yards is nothing to be ashamed of, it took 25 carries to reach that point, leading to only 3.2 yards per carry. This was decent production and an improvement on Kennedy’s 3.0 yards per carry during the season, but the Liberty defense fought back against him every step of the way and were successful in keeping him out of the end zone.
Kennedy’s production occupied a large part of the game and could help make a case for the game’s MVP, but on the Wraiths’ side of the ball, this game was a team effort all the way. No one receiver stood out on their own with each player being held to 5 or less catches. Kennedy accounted for 4 of those, but only picked up 31 yards. Bailey Cook did manage to put together 104 yards with his 5 catches, doubling the most yards by any teammate with Gosh Jarden following him at 49. Of course, while the Liberty Defense made him work for it, Mat Akselsen spread the ball around, utilizing every receiver he had to keep the ball moving and drive it into the end zone twice with throws to Cook and Josesh Askins. Akselsen’s success as the QB position has been a big story this year and so we’ll recognize him as the real MVP of the game.
288 Words
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Hate the player or the game: Tell us which team made the playoffs and shouldn't have, or which team didn't and should have? (Can be completed at any point)
The Wraiths shocked the world by making the play-offs, but it was never the plan. If anything, it’s sheer proof of the Wraiths’ incompetence that they not only made the play-offs, but came in as a top seed. This was, for all purposes, a rebuild year, their chance to recover from past losses and return to glory. Honestly, it might be bold, but if the team played their cards right, they might have been able to make the play-offs next year. Heck, maybe even reach the Ultimus championship. Instead, they failed to grasp of the concept of losing properly, made it to the play-offs, and reached the Ultimus this year.
Perhaps Spike Crown needs to spend some time this offseason studying how to properly rebuild a team. The Cleveland Browns would be a great example as they’ve been rebuilding for years and successfully find ways to secure early-round draft picks despite getting similar picks each year before. It takes a lot to build a believable losing streak, but the Browns always find a way. It’s this level of determination that Crown and his players need to emulate. Perhaps there’s still time to give it another try, but some are anticipating that the Wraiths may even mistakenly end up back in championship contention next year. If they do, they certainly shouldn’t expect any good drafts picks in S6.
227 Words
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That Magic Moment: Pick one moment from a playoff game and describe what made it so amazing to watch. (Must be completed after the game you write about)
The magic moment and perhaps the most surprising of all came when the Otters defeated the Outlaws, denying them entry to the Ultimus Championship after winning it for the first 3 years of the league. The Otters had played well and earned the respect of their peers, but the Outlaws’ return to the top seemed all but guaranteed for many.
With six minutes left, the Otters scored a touchdown as RB :Leroy Jenkins rushed into the endzone for a 2-yard Touchdown. It allowed the Otters to take the lead 22-17,but time still remained on the Outlaws’ side. A well-paced drive down the field could allow them to retake the lead and move onto the big game. King Bronko seemed fully intent on doing so as he completed passes to several of his most dependable receivers as he connected with Chess, Evans, and Law, each of whom were instrumental in winning the previous year’s championship. However, with only around 3 minutes left, a series of drops from Evans and Garden left the Outlaws in 3rd & long position. A pass to Tuck moved the ball 4 years, but it wasn’t enough to convert. Left at 4th & 6 and too far behind to be able to rely on a field goal, the Outlaws were forced to risk it all. Putting his faith in the team’s big free agent pick-up this year, Bronko tossed the ball to Josh Garden, the $23 million dollar man. The ball sailed through the air, only to fall incomplete as Outlaws fans everywhere watched in silence. With minutes left to burn, the Otters exhausted their time-outs and shocked everyone with their incredible victory.
276 Words
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Unsung Hero:Who was the unsung hero of the playoffs, convince us. (Can be completed after the Ultimus game)
I want to take a moment to break down the fourth wall and highlight not only a player, but the man behind the player, Argus Winchester aka Timeconsumer. As one of the most active members on this forum and one of the highest TPE players, many people expected big things when he made the jump from O-Line to Linebacker. The Otters had a solid defensive core, but Argus’ inclusion took them to another level. The best defensive players don’t always get the love they deserve from the stats, but their presence is felt on the field and Argus played a strong part in the Otters’ win over the Outlaws, picking up 6 tackles and a sack.
We don’t have the box score from the Ultimus yet, so it’s more difficult to track statistics. However, during the season, Argus was certainly a force to be reckoned with, picking up over 100 tackles and 11 sacks. He also deflected 5 passes, making him a benefit to the secondary as well. His willingness to fill such a needed role in the defense helped the Otters make their historic push to the Ultimus, but his continued dedication to his team and the league will make him someone that they can continue to rely on for a long time.
214 Words
Thanks to Jangorhino for the sig.