12-01-2017, 06:35 PM
(This post was last modified: 12-06-2017, 09:09 PM by Bwestfield.)
Robbed: Write about why a team that failed to make the playoffs should have over somebody else. Can be completed at any point
Talk about being robbed. This team should’ve by all accounts made the playoffs. They were doing so well, they were on a hot streak and then, out of nowhere, a patch of cold ice from left field. This team lost their 3 last games and cost themselves a playoff berth. If they would’ve made it I would have placed them to go to the Ultimus game. They would have ultimately, get it, lost to the Orange County Otters however. The Baltimore Hawks were a playoff worthy team sitting on the bench. They had it all, a stout offensive line, a great quarterback, a duo at the wide receiver position, a up and coming running back and the running back who topped the league in yards last year. They won 6 of their first 8 games and only 1 of the remaining games to be 7 and 7. Which is fine for a beverage but not for a playoff team. The team that cost them the playoffs was also 7 and 7. But they had won every single one of their conference games which gave them they tie breaking edge. The Baltimore Hawks are the shoulda, woulda, coulda team that got robbed.
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
Dominic Verns is the MVP series of this game. He took all the momentum from the begin of the game and gave it to the Orange County Otters. Less than 3 minutes into the game he picked off star quarterback King Bronco and took it all the way to the house. The Outlaws were able to score and keep up with the Otters on every offensive possession but Verns’ touchdown set the pace for the whole game. The Outlaws looked sloppy and were force feeding Josh Garden despite not being all that successful. After 9 catches he was able to score a touchdown and gain 87 yards. Nice for other receivers, not so good for this elite veteran receiver. Back to the MVP Dominic Verns. He was able to deflect 3 passes and get 8 tackles. He truly was a force to be reckoned with. Many other candidates some to mind such as Robert Phelps and Mike Boss. Both had extraordinary games and looked poised and collected. Neither was able to find the end zone but that didn't make them any less exciting to watch. All in all the Otters made a great stand denying the three-peat champions a chance to go for four. Orange County Otters, you da real MVP.
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 moment when the Outlaws were handed defeat made it all worthwhile. That final drive where the Otters on the back of Leroy Jenkins scored a touchdown. The defense also stepped up and cause the Outlaws to go for it on fourth down and continue the game unsuccessfully. From there the Otters just needed to get a first down. A first down they got. Handed to them by the Outlaws having too many men on the field. The time that ran down just gave me a rush, finally my team will be able to compete and possibly win the greatest feat in the NSFL. We have tried for 3 years before and each year we failed. This year we had the same task as every other, dethrone the best at home. Home field advantage is so key in this game. It was the first time a home team lost in the playoffs. I want to win the Ultimus so much, however if we do not win it will not be as bad as getting kicked out of the game 3 years in a row. The feeling of advancing in the playoffs is just so incredible. The Otters have done a lot to make their team into a championship caliber team and finally they get to prove it. Good luck Wraiths, we’re coming for you!
Unsung Hero:Who was the unsung hero of the playoffs, convince us. (Can be completed after the Ultimus game)
The unsung hero of the playoffs is definitely Brad Madlad of the Orange County Otters. Kickers already do not get the credit they deserve but this is a little different. Without a clutch kicker the Otters would have had their season ending a little early this year. Brad hit 3 field goals and his lone extra point which helped the Otters into the Ultimus. There is no doubt in my mind that if kickers received more credit and were valued higher that he would’ve been MVP. On top of kicking duties he also handled all the punting duties. He punted 7 times and pinned the Arizona Outlaws deep each time. Not all of them were inside the 20 but he made sure to keep them on their side of the field which is very important when playing the Outlaws. Give them a short field and they will make you regret it. All in all it was a very exciting game and if you watched it you left feeling a little satisfied unless you played for the Outlaws. This Ultimus game is going to be a little different in the best way possible. We all must thank Brad Madlad for his amazing contribution to the pursuit of the game. Go Otters!
Talk about being robbed. This team should’ve by all accounts made the playoffs. They were doing so well, they were on a hot streak and then, out of nowhere, a patch of cold ice from left field. This team lost their 3 last games and cost themselves a playoff berth. If they would’ve made it I would have placed them to go to the Ultimus game. They would have ultimately, get it, lost to the Orange County Otters however. The Baltimore Hawks were a playoff worthy team sitting on the bench. They had it all, a stout offensive line, a great quarterback, a duo at the wide receiver position, a up and coming running back and the running back who topped the league in yards last year. They won 6 of their first 8 games and only 1 of the remaining games to be 7 and 7. Which is fine for a beverage but not for a playoff team. The team that cost them the playoffs was also 7 and 7. But they had won every single one of their conference games which gave them they tie breaking edge. The Baltimore Hawks are the shoulda, woulda, coulda team that got robbed.
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
Dominic Verns is the MVP series of this game. He took all the momentum from the begin of the game and gave it to the Orange County Otters. Less than 3 minutes into the game he picked off star quarterback King Bronco and took it all the way to the house. The Outlaws were able to score and keep up with the Otters on every offensive possession but Verns’ touchdown set the pace for the whole game. The Outlaws looked sloppy and were force feeding Josh Garden despite not being all that successful. After 9 catches he was able to score a touchdown and gain 87 yards. Nice for other receivers, not so good for this elite veteran receiver. Back to the MVP Dominic Verns. He was able to deflect 3 passes and get 8 tackles. He truly was a force to be reckoned with. Many other candidates some to mind such as Robert Phelps and Mike Boss. Both had extraordinary games and looked poised and collected. Neither was able to find the end zone but that didn't make them any less exciting to watch. All in all the Otters made a great stand denying the three-peat champions a chance to go for four. Orange County Otters, you da real MVP.
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 moment when the Outlaws were handed defeat made it all worthwhile. That final drive where the Otters on the back of Leroy Jenkins scored a touchdown. The defense also stepped up and cause the Outlaws to go for it on fourth down and continue the game unsuccessfully. From there the Otters just needed to get a first down. A first down they got. Handed to them by the Outlaws having too many men on the field. The time that ran down just gave me a rush, finally my team will be able to compete and possibly win the greatest feat in the NSFL. We have tried for 3 years before and each year we failed. This year we had the same task as every other, dethrone the best at home. Home field advantage is so key in this game. It was the first time a home team lost in the playoffs. I want to win the Ultimus so much, however if we do not win it will not be as bad as getting kicked out of the game 3 years in a row. The feeling of advancing in the playoffs is just so incredible. The Otters have done a lot to make their team into a championship caliber team and finally they get to prove it. Good luck Wraiths, we’re coming for you!
Unsung Hero:Who was the unsung hero of the playoffs, convince us. (Can be completed after the Ultimus game)
The unsung hero of the playoffs is definitely Brad Madlad of the Orange County Otters. Kickers already do not get the credit they deserve but this is a little different. Without a clutch kicker the Otters would have had their season ending a little early this year. Brad hit 3 field goals and his lone extra point which helped the Otters into the Ultimus. There is no doubt in my mind that if kickers received more credit and were valued higher that he would’ve been MVP. On top of kicking duties he also handled all the punting duties. He punted 7 times and pinned the Arizona Outlaws deep each time. Not all of them were inside the 20 but he made sure to keep them on their side of the field which is very important when playing the Outlaws. Give them a short field and they will make you regret it. All in all it was a very exciting game and if you watched it you left feeling a little satisfied unless you played for the Outlaws. This Ultimus game is going to be a little different in the best way possible. We all must thank Brad Madlad for his amazing contribution to the pursuit of the game. Go Otters!