American Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The American Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2019.
QB Mike Gonzalez - Reapers (278/434, 3419 yds, 28 TD)
QB Anthony Sneed - Pharaohs (261/380, 2835 yds, 24 TD)
QB Adam Conte - Totems (350/587, 3375 yds, 26 TD)
RB Michael Sanders - Reapers (190 att, 859 yds, 7 TD)
RB Gregorio Akers - RoughRiders (224 att, 1076 yds, 14 TD, 33 rec, 180 yds, 1 TD)
RB Jeromy Pearson - Pharaohs (326 att, 1098 yds, 1 TD, 19 rec, 108 yds, 1 TD)
FB Lorenzo Chambliss - Totems (34 att, 57 yds, 3 TD, 34 rec, 249 yds, 2 TD)
G Daryl Ly - RoughRiders (44 Pancakes)
G John Nelson - Pharaohs (59 Pancakes)
G Patrick Penny - Totems (43 Pancakes)
T Brooks Mack - Reapers (63 Pancakes)
T Douglas Terry - RoughRiders (58 Pancakes)
T Rich Johnson - Totems (53 Pancakes)
C Billy Greathouse - RoughRiders (28 Pancakes)
C Ronald Tarver - Pharaohs (36 Pancakes)
TE Louis Prather - RoughRiders (42 rec, 380 yds, 0 TD)
TE Horacio Kyle - Pharaohs (51 rec, 485 yds, 5 TD)
WR Jacob Wooley - Reapers (60 rec, 1142 yds, 6 TD)
WR Jose Bender - Reapers (65 rec, 728 yds, 9 TD)
WR Ralph Goodrich - RoughRiders (67 rec, 811 yds, 4 TD)
WR Jason Raley - Pharaohs (74 rec, 1124 yds, 9 TD)
WR Perry Gamez - Totems (88 rec, 1099 yds, 7 TD)
CB Kevin Masters - Reapers (63 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 3 FF, 1 FR)
CB Richard Brookins - RoughRiders (61 Tck, 4 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 FF)
CB Jim Colley - Pharaohs (83 Tck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 2 FR)
LB Patrick Li - Reapers (110 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Andrea Dyer - RoughRiders (55 Tck, 6 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF)
LB Michael Earnest - RoughRiders (111 Tck, 2 Sck, 2 Int, 2 FF)
LB Richard Withers - Pharaohs (91 Tck, 1 Int, 3 FF, 1 FR)
LB Ross Edwards - Pharaohs (96 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Malcom Murillo - Totems (75 Tck, 8 Sck)
DT Robert Thompson - Reapers (10 Tck)
DT Michael Blum - RoughRiders (10 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Christopher Rodriguez - Pharaohs (18 Tck, 2 Sck)
DT Marcos Mott - Totems (22 Tck, 5 Sck)
DE James Chun - Reapers (27 Tck, 8 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
DE James Steward - Reapers (14 Tck, 9 Sck, 1 FF)
DE Timothy Neal - RoughRiders (17 Tck, 9 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
FS Robert White - RoughRiders (68 Tck, 3 Sck, 9 Int, 3 Def TD, 3 FF, 3 FR)
FS Demarcus Stern - Totems (85 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Int, 1 FF)
SS Fred Jackson - Reapers (69 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR)
SS Jaime Guevara - RoughRiders (54 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR)
K Arnold Murphy - RoughRiders (31/38 FG)
P Darnell Holliday - Pharaohs (3161 yards, 31 inside 20)

Canadian Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The Canadian Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2019.
QB Gary Roussel - Bears (337/530, 4079 yds, 35 TD)
QB Juan Taylor - Vikings (279/463, 3039 yds, 18 TD)
QB Hiram Vogel - North (277/424, 2995 yds, 18 TD)
RB John Campos - Bears (132 att, 848 yds, 13 TD, 12 rec, 92 yds, 1 TD)
RB Adam Frey - Gamblers (348 att, 1622 yds, 2 TD)
RB Hector Frye - North (248 att, 1166 yds, 13 TD, 19 rec, 105 yds, 1 TD)
FB John Wilkins - Vikings (22 att, 106 yds, 4 TD, 31 rec, 263 yds, 2 TD)
G Ronald Shumate - Bears (32 Pancakes)
G Oscar Sauer - Gamblers (53 Pancakes)
G Franklin Thomas - North (38 Pancakes)
T Jose King - Bears (57 Pancakes)
T Steven Whiteman - Gamblers (65 Pancakes)
T Joseph Dozier - North (92 Pancakes)
C Charles Cassell - Vikings (47 Pancakes)
C Terry Moore - North (38 Pancakes)
TE Jason Billingsley - Bears (50 rec, 523 yds, 6 TD)
TE Leo Lentz - North (63 rec, 735 yds, 7 TD)
WR Matthew Williams - Bears (96 rec, 1413 yds, 9 TD)
WR Timothy Willis - Bears (68 rec, 1189 yds, 10 TD)
WR Elbert Mcmullen - Vikings (66 rec, 852 yds, 3 TD)
WR Jeffrey Wilson - Vikings (81 rec, 1326 yds, 9 TD)
WR Jose Brinkman - North (62 rec, 1096 yds, 6 TD)
CB Jesse Mackie - Bears (72 Tck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
CB Glenn Hinkle - Bears (81 Tck, 6 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF)
CB Alejandro Arias - Vikings (60 Tck, 5 Int, 2 Def TD)
LB Bobby Gavin - Bears (120 Tck, 4 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Terry Drew - Gamblers (102 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 FF)
LB Joseph Jordan - Gamblers (61 Tck, 6 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR)
LB Joseph Olson - North (70 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FR)
LB Rene Steiner - North (69 Tck, 3 Sck)
LB Juan Norton - North (111 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 2 FR)
DT Joseph Parker - Bears (14 Tck, 1 Sck)
DT Frances Bailey - Gamblers (12 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Jesus Grenier - North (13 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Mason Montalvo - North (14 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Blk FG)
DE Howard Burleson - Gamblers (21 Tck, 5 Sck)
DE Ty Guffey - Gamblers (6 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FR)
DE Vince Clem - North (17 Tck, 3 Sck)
FS Adam Goins - Bears (63 Tck, 3 Sck, 4 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR)
FS Ross Johnson - North (42 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF)
SS Jonathan Simms - Vikings (98 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 FF, 2 FR)
SS Gregory Roark - Gamblers (98 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR)
K Romeo Belcher - North (20/25 FG)
P Charles Ramos - North (2178 yards, 18 inside 20)

QB Hiram Vogel (TOR) wins Playoff MVP!

NEW YORK -- The Toronto North' QB took home the 2019 Playoff MVP award today. Vogel won the award by amassing playoff totals of 57/74, 552 yds, 3 TD.

QB Gary Roussel (BCFC) wins League MVP!

NEW YORK -- The BCFC Bears' QB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Roussel won the MVP award by amassing season totals of 337/530, 4079 yds, 35 TD.

"I'm honored to receive this award because of the number of other worthy candidates who had some great years," Roussel said. "It was just fun for me, truly, to watch them. I'm just glad to be a part of it."

FS Robert White (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Year!

NEW YORK -- In his own view, Robert White put together his best professional season in 2019. How appropriate, then, that he is the Wolverine Studios Sports Newtwork 2019 Defensive Player of the Year.

The versatile White had 68 tackles, 3 sacks, 9 interceptions, and 3 forced fumbles with 3 defensive touchdowns, and was a key to the RoughRiders' turnaround on defense. His role on the defense earned White a majority of votes Tuesday from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league.

QB Gary Roussel (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Year!

BCFC Bears quarterback Gary Roussel is Wolverine Studios Sports Network's Offensive Player of the Year, as selected by a panel of players, coaches and executives.

Roussel received 299 first-place votes from the 583 people polled.

Roussel in 2019 had 4079 yards and 35 TDs, with only 11 interceptions for a QB Rating of 100.5.

LB Patrick Li (NO) wins Defensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The New Orleans Reapers' LB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Li won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 110 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR.

RB Horace Saucedo (BCFC) wins Offensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The BCFC Bears' RB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Saucedo won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 106 att, 636 yds, 4 TD, 18 rec, 102 yds, 1 TD.

2019 The Brewmaster's Bowl

The Toronto North have defeated the Houston RoughRiders in the 2019 The Brewmaster's Bowl.

The final score was RoughRiders 9 - North 10.

Willie Ridenour - WR had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Juan Norton - LB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Houston RoughRiders have defeated the New Orleans Reapers in the 2019 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Reapers 28 - RoughRiders 30.

Jacob Wooley - WR had a dominant game on offense even while his team lost.

On defense James Chun - DE had a stellar outing providing a silver lining to the loss.

Con Championship Game

The Toronto North have defeated the BCFC Bears in the 2019 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Bears 23 - North 27.

Hiram Vogel - QB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Joseph Olson - LB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Week 15: RB John Campos (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 15's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back John Campos. His 17 att, 175 yds, 3 TD performance stood out in the 30 to 28 victory for the BCFC Bears.

The former North Carolina gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 848 Yards and 13 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 15: LB Juan Norton (TOR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Norton absolutely dominated in the North 27-0 game with the Nova Scotia Vikings. He finished with 5 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int.

Game Recaps for Week 15

North - 27, Vikings - 0
Reapers - 17, Totems - 10
Bears - 30, Pharaohs - 28

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
I see them winning again this week. It may even be a blow out.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
In this game, we have to acknowledge that Richard Withers will be dominant here. He is getting paid to deliver in exactly these kinds of games. Replace the batteries in your remote. You do not want to miss this game.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
Look at the amount of leadership on the Pharaohs. Look at guys like John Tolbert - CB, Jim Colley - CB and Horacio Kyle - TE then you understand why they win this week.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
This is just what my gut tells me.

No Pass Zone in Memphis.

Pharaohs pass defense this year has been blistering this season, giving up only 2701 in 13 games. Good luck to anybody facing these animals..

Anthony Jensen taunts the Pharaohs after Reapers victory.

Anthony Jensen was pretty blunt in his postgame interview after the Reapers's win. Anthony Jensen - WR known for brutal honesty, said after New Orleans beat Memphis that the Pharaohs's did not seem prepared at all, and that he was frankly embarrased on their behalf. Them be fighting words to many a Pharaohs fan, let alone the players. It will be interesting to see if anyone lashes back, or if calmer heads prevail.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 15)

Welcome to Coach Showdown with me. I'm Simon Sly. This week features to interesting specimens.

ERIK JONES, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 4-8.

Erik Jones does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Erik Jones runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. The onus is on the safeties in his system. It focuses on man coverage. Jones aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 6th in sacks with 16.
They are 7th in points allowed, averaging 28.8.
They are 5th in pass defense with 236.8 yards given up per game.
They are 6th in run defense. Giving up 131.2 yards per game.
They are 3rd in interceptions with 10.
They are 4th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 6th in forced fumbles.

Jones is much more charismatic than Donovan.
Jones is not as rigid as Donovan.


JOHN DONOVAN, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 9-4.

John Donovan favors an aggressive defense. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organisation.
John Donovan runs a 3-4 defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. He prefers mixing up coverage. He targets the rungame, daring the offense to pass. He wants defensive linemen who can help in runsupport. To fit his scheme, linebackers must be sure tacklers, who can help shut down the run.

They are 4th in sacks with 27.
They are 1st in points allowed, averaging 18.2.
They are 2nd in pass defense with 214.5 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 99.3 yards per game.
They are 7th in interceptions with 8.
They are 8th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 4th in forced fumbles.

Donovan is significantly better than Jones when scouting.
Donovan outperforms Jones in assessing player ability.
Donovan is significantly better than Jones in judging player potential.
Donovan is slightly more detail oriented than Jones.
Donovan is a much sharper defensive mind than Jones.
Donovan is way better than Jones in developing players.
Donovan maintains significantly more discipline than Jones.
Donovan seems a little bit smarter than Jones.
Donovan motivates his team a little better than Jones.
Donovan makes his players hit the weight room more often than Jones.
Donovan prepares better than Jones.

Week 14: RB John Flores (NSS) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 14's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back John Flores. His 11 att, 162 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 30 to 20 victory for the Memphis Pharaohs.

The former Baylor gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 334 Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 14: CB James Padgett (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Padgett's ball hawking ability was on display in the North 38-31 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 5 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

"James has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Totems Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 14

Bears - 28, Gamblers - 19
Reapers - 28, RoughRiders - 14
Pharaohs - 30, Vikings - 20
North - 38, Totems - 31

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
One of the most underestimated defenses. They are 4th in sacks with 25. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 18.6. They are 2nd in pass defense. They only give up 222.1 per game. They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up only 96 yards per game. They are 5th in interceptions with 8. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 2nd in forced fumbles.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
The leadership on this team is great. Having a guy like Ralph Goodrich - WR on the field and in the locker room is exactly what you need to win games like this. They might even blow them out.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
This will be a tough game and that is where playing as a team comes in. They will need to rely on people such as Ralph Goodrich - WR and James Nagy - FB who are great at coordinating and making sure everyone is doing the right thing on the field.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
This is a very good offense. They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 17. They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 141.1! They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. They average 26.7! A single digit win.

Padgett targets QB Ramon Shirley after Totems loss.

James Padgett blasted the effort of some teammates after the loss. 'These guys have to show up' he said. 'We all have to take responsibility and make sure we are prepared and some guys are letting the team down'. 'We lost and somebody is to blame. If you look at the game, you will see some players just are not delivering.' said the Totems CB. Asked to clarify, Padgett suggested Ramon Shirley - QB needs to perform better, but underscored that there was plenty of blame to go around. 'Guys need to listen, we need to get grinding, you cannot just show up and expect to play or expect to win', Padgett concluded.

Gamez a Totems legend

The Totems' front office has announced that the Totems are hoping to induct Perry Gamez into their hall of fame - eventually. This has the characteristics of a media stunt, but Totems is undeniably a legend. Not just locally, but nationally.

Week 13: RB Alton Vidal (NSS) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Vidal's 18 att, 157 yds, 2 TD performance against the Toronto North. Vidal from Portland State was selected in round 1, 5 years ago.

Vidal now has 882 Rushing Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 13: LB Ricky Mclaughlin (NSS) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Mclaughlin absolutely dominated in the Vikings 27-24 game with the Toronto North. He finished with 6 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 13

Vikings - 27, North - 24
RoughRiders - 20, Totems - 12
Bears - 31, Reapers - 28
Pharaohs - 21, Gamblers - 6

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
Head coach Andrew Archibald puts them over the top in this game. He is a great offensive mind.

Mary Moore : New Orleans Reapers
They field one of the most underestimated offenses. They are 5th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 21. They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. They average 236.1! They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 2nd in the league rushing touchdowns with 18. They are 2nd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 147.3! They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. They average 31.5!

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
For this game, I have to point out that Matthew Williams will be dominant here. The young WR is going to cause headaches for any defense. This week is no difference.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
They will win again this week.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 13)

Welcome to Coach Showdown with me. I'm Simon Sly. This is an interesting week.

GALEN GABRIEL, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, BCFC BEARS
The Bears currently sit at 8-3.

Galen Gabriel wants to be aggressive on offense. He loves football, and it shows that this is his dreamjob. His eagerness to discuss all aspects of the game is infectious in an organisation.
Galen Gabriel runs a pass heavy Vertical offense. He wants his running backs to focus on running the ball, limiting their other duties. He prefers to use his fullbacks for blocking. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Gabriel. He likes receivers who can stretch the field.

They are 4th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 31. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 296.2.They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed.They are 5th in the league in pancakes.They are 1st in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 1st in the league average yards per rush.They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 12.They are 5th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 104.5.They are 1st in the league points scored per game. With an average of 33.9.
Gabriel is slightly better than Sweeney at estimating player potential.
Gabriel outperforms Sweeney in player development.


EVERETTE SWEENEY, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, WINDSOR GAMBLERS
The Gamblers currently sit at 6-6.

Everette Sweeney wants to be aggressive on offense. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Everette Sweeney runs a pass heavy Vertical Hybrid offense. He runs mostly from power formations. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Sweeney.

They are 8th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 8th in the league passing touchdowns with 8.
They are 8th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 126.5.
They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 6th in the league in pancakes.
They are 8th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 3rd in the league average yards per rush.
They are 4th in the league rushing touchdowns with 14.
They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 150.7.
They are 8th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 17.3.

Sweeney outperforms Gabriel in assessing player ability.
Sweeney is not as rigid as Gabriel.
Sweeney is better suited to lead a team than Gabriel.
Sweeney makes his players hit the weight room more often than Gabriel.

Week 12: RB Michael Sanders (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 12's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Michael Sanders. His 17 att, 155 yds, 3 TD performance stood out in the 59 to 10 victory for the New Orleans Reapers.

The former Georgia gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 689 Yards and 7 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 12: CB Kevin Masters (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Masters's ball hawking ability was on display in the Reapers 59-10 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 7 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Kevin has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Reapers Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 12

Bears - 17, Gamblers - 7
Reapers - 59, Totems - 10
RoughRiders - 27, Vikings - 24
North - 31, Pharaohs - 29

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Windsor Gamblers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Windsor Gamblers
The leadership on the Gamblers is great. You look at guys like Terry Drew - LB and what he does for a team. Leadership like that helps you win games.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
They will rely on their offense to pull them through. They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 30. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. They average 315.1! They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 4th in the league in pancakes. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 11. They are 5th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 105.8! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 35.6!

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
In this game, everyone knows that Adam Goins - FS will be a key player to watch. Not only is he a beast on the Bears defense, he is a walking highlight reel. The way they win this game will tell a lot about what they are as a team.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
I have a lot of respect for head coach Andrew Archibald. He is doing great things in BCFC. He makes great offensive adjustments.

New Orleans Reapers defense dominates!

The Reapers' defense is giving people the business this season. In 10 games they’ve surrendered only 3050 total yards and 182 points. Patrick Li - LB is the field general of the defense with 83 stops on the year. Could the D be back in New Orleans?

Week 11: RB Vernon Golden (WIN) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Golden's 9 att, 85 yds, 3 TD performance against the Seattle Totems. Golden from Nebraska was selected in round 2, 6 years ago.

Golden now has 284 Rushing Yards and 9 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 11: CB Johnathon Johnson (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Johnson's ball hawking ability was on display in the RoughRiders 51-0 game with the Toronto North. He finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Johnathon has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -RoughRiders Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 11

Bears - 41, Reapers - 27
Pharaohs - 38, Vikings - 27
RoughRiders - 51, North - 0
Gamblers - 31, Totems - 28

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
In the context of this game, I think that Glenn Hinkle is the best CB that will see the field. He will have a great day and be critical in this game.

Mary Moore : New Orleans Reapers
This is a very good offense. They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 16. They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. They average 239.9! They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 4th in the league average yards per rush. They are 2nd in the league rushing touchdowns with 13. They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 140.4! They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. They average 29! Just win baby.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
For this game, certainly, you have to think that Horace Saucedo - RB will be great again this game. He has been a beast this season. That beast is going to enjoy racking up stats against this defense.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
I see them winning this week, and it will be good for them to break their losing streak. They will rack up a lot of points.

New Orleans Reapers defense dominates!

The Reapers' defense is terrorizing opponents this season. In 9 games they’ve allowed only 2668 total yards and 141 points. Patrick Li - LB is the heart of the defense with 76 stops on the year. Could the D be back in New Orleans?

Top receiver trio?

The Bears trio of Matthew Williams - WR, Timothy Willis - WR and Jason Billingsley - TE are currently the leading trio of pass catchers in the league, with 19 receving touchdowns between the three.

Johnson a Reapers legend

The Reapers' front office has announced that the media presense of Dean Johnson - G is getting a lot of attention. His recent interviews have gathered a lot of viewers, and fans regularly chants his name when he sees the field.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 11)

Welcome to Coach Showdown with Simon Sly. We have an odd couple for you this week.

ROSCOE BARELA, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, SEATTLE TOTEMS
The Totems currently sit at 3-6.

Roscoe Barela likes to mix it up on offense, switching between aggressive and conservative styles. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.
Roscoe Barela runs a pass heavy Pro Style Hybrid offense. He prefers to use his fullbacks for blocking. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Barela.

They are 6th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 2nd in the league passing touchdowns with 19. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 281.1.They are 3rd in the league in sacks allowed.They are 5th in the league in pancakes.They are 6th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush.They are 8th in the league rushing touchdowns with 3.They are 8th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 87.4.They are 6th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 22.4.


KENNETH MAXWELL, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, TORONTO NORTH
The North currently sit at 3-6.

Kenneth Maxwell wants to be aggressive on offense. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organisation.
Kenneth Maxwell runs a run first Pro Style offense. He likes running from 3 WR sets. Fullbacks are not utilized much. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Maxwell. The passing game is predicated on spreading the ball around to multiple targets.

They are 5th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 13.
They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 251.4.
They are 8th in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 2nd in the league in pancakes.
They are 3rd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 5th in the league average yards per rush.
They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 17.
They are 5th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 111.
They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 29.

Maxwell outperforms Barela in scouting.
Maxwell is slightly better than Barela at estimating player potential.
Maxwell is leagues above Barela when it comes to coaching offense.
Maxwell exhibits way more flexibility than Barela.
Maxwell seems a little bit smarter than Barela.
Maxwell has a stronger focus on physical training than Barela.
Maxwell prepares better than Barela.
Maxwell works with young players somewhat better than Barela.

Week 10: RB Alton Vidal (NSS) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 10's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Alton Vidal. His 21 att, 162 yds, 0 TD performance stood out in the 31 to 10 victory for the Windsor Gamblers.

The former Portland State gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 629 Yards and 3 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 10: LB Ross Edwards (MEM) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Ross Edwards of the Memphis Pharaohs has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Edwards finished with 9 Tck, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 10

Gamblers - 31, Vikings - 10
Pharaohs - 23, RoughRiders - 20

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
Head coach Justin Harris does a great job getting them prepared every week. This week will be no different. He makes great offensive adjustments. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense. He is preparation and gameplanning is great.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
Looking at how the teams match up, I know it is not trendy, but I think that Richard Brookins - CB is hard to gameplan for. You blink for a second and he has taken over the game.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
This is just what my gut tells me.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
This is a dominant offense. They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 5th in the league average yards per rush. They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 11. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 147.8! They are 5th in the league points scored per game. They average 25.4!

Bears racking up yards!

The offense of the Bears is throwing up some serious yardage on everybody this year, posting 3827 total yards and 315 points thus far in 9 games. Quarterback Gary Roussel - QB and receiver Matthew Williams - WR have tag-teamed to the tune of 1070 yards this season, while Running Back Horace Saucedo - RB has juked, jived and steamrolled his way for 510. The big men on the line has crushed the opposition for 229 pancakes this season while surrendering only 2 quarterback sacks.

Toronto North surprise everyone!

With an outstanding effort the Toronto North pull off the upset against BCFC Bears.
Everyone had expected the BCFC Bears to handle the Toronto North with ease, but the North just wanted it more. This was really a must win game for the Bears, and the loss will surely put a dent in their confidence.

Gamez stating his case to history

The Totems' front office has announced that the Totems are hoping to induct Perry Gamez into their hall of fame - eventually. This has the characteristics of a media stunt, but Totems is undeniably a legend. Not just locally, but nationally.

Week 9: RB Hector Frye (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Frye's 21 att, 181 yds, 1 TD, 3 rec, 16 yds, 1 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Frye from Buffalo was selected in round 1, 3 years ago.

Frye now has 709 Rushing Yards and 9 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 9: LB Jose Toledo (NSS) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Toledo absolutely dominated in the Reapers 27-9 game with the Nova Scotia Vikings. He finished with 11 Tck, 1 Sfty, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 9

North - 40, Bears - 10
Pharaohs - 13, Totems - 9
Reapers - 27, Vikings - 9
RoughRiders - 10, Gamblers - 0

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
Looking at how the teams match up, a good bet is that there is this RB named Michael Sanders. I expect everyone will be watching him, and he will shine. This will be a great game to watch.

Mary Moore : Nova Scotia Vikings
In this game, a good bet is that they will struggle with containing players like Franklin Hatch - DT. Expect him to show up in a big way. Can't lose.

Jim Nox : New Orleans Reapers
They have a dominant defense. They do not get enough credit for that. They are 4th in sacks with 15. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 16.5. They are 2nd in pass defense. They only give up 205.5 per game. They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up only 96.2 yards per game. They are 2nd in the league in tackles for loss. They are 5th in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Darren Francis : Nova Scotia Vikings
Their offense will step up this game. They are 4th in the league passing touchdowns with 13. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. They average 294.6! They are 3rd in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 2nd in the league in pancakes. They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 8. They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. They average 28.4!

Memphis Pharaohs take home the upset victory!

With an outstanding performance the Memphis Pharaohs pull off the upset against New Orleans Reapers.
Everyone had expected the New Orleans Reapers to get an easy win at home against the Memphis Pharaohs. The Pharaohs however, thought differently. Blowing a must win game will surely put a dent in the Reapers confidence.

Timothy Sessions - QB is looking good!

Timothy Sessions - QB is looking amazing out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such fantastic football, he’s got a shot at becoming on of the greats

Winning pleases everyone.

North fans are excited this week after their team thumped the Gamblers. Lawrence Schaefer said of his team, ‘We stuck it to them.’

Bears victory feels good to Campos.

John Campos did not hold his tongue in a postgame interview. John Campos - RB known for brutal honesty, said after BCFC beat Houston that the RoughRiders's did not seem prepared at all, and that he was frankly embarrased on their behalf. Them be fighting words to many a RoughRiders fan, let alone the players. It will be interesting to see if anyone lashes back, or if calmer heads prevail.

Medrano stating his case to history

The commisioner, in a recent interview, hinted that the media presense of Emil Medrano - QB is getting a lot of attention. His recent interviews have gathered a lot of viewers, and fans regularly chants his name when he sees the field.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 9)

As always I am Simon Sly with your weekly coach comparison. Hope you enjoy it.

JOHN DONOVAN, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 6-2.

John Donovan favors an aggressive defense. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organisation.
John Donovan runs a 3-4 defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. He prefers mixing up coverage. He targets the rungame, daring the offense to pass. He wants defensive linemen who can help in runsupport. To fit his scheme, linebackers must be sure tacklers, who can help shut down the run.

They are 4th in sacks with 15.
They are 1st in points allowed, averaging 16.5.
They are 2nd in pass defense with 205.5 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 96.2 yards per game.
They are 8th in interceptions with 1.
They are 2nd in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Donovan is significantly better than Marsh when scouting.
Donovan outperforms Marsh in assessing player ability.
Donovan is significantly better than Marsh in judging player potential.
Donovan is slightly more detail oriented than Marsh.
Donovan is a much sharper defensive mind than Marsh.
Donovan is way better than Marsh in developing players.
Donovan maintains significantly more discipline than Marsh.
Donovan is not as rigid as Marsh.
Donovan seems a little bit smarter than Marsh.
Donovan motivates his team a little better than Marsh.
Donovan makes his players hit the weight room more often than Marsh.
Donovan prepares better than Marsh.


DILLON MARSH, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, HOUSTON ROUGHRIDERS
The RoughRiders currently sit at 5-2.

Dillon Marsh favors an aggressive defense. He loves football, and it shows that this is his dreamjob. His eagerness to discuss all aspects of the game is infectious in an organisation.
Dillon Marsh runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. He prefers mixing up coverage. To fit his scheme, linebackers must be sure tacklers, who can help shut down the run.

They are 3rd in sacks with 18.
They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging 23.8.
They are 8th in pass defense with 278.6 yards given up per game.
They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up 100 yards per game.
They are 1st in interceptions with 17.
They are 7th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 1st in forced fumbles.

Marsh is better suited to lead a team than Donovan.

Week 8: RB Gregorio Akers (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Akers's 13 att, 141 yds, 1 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Akers from Arizona State was selected in round 3, 8 years ago.

Akers now has 698 Rushing Yards and 9 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 8: CB Alejandro Arias (NSS) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Alejandro Arias of the Nova Scotia Vikings has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Arias finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 8

North - 35, Gamblers - 28
Pharaohs - 30, Reapers - 24
Vikings - 36, Totems - 23
RoughRiders - 31, Bears - 30

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
They will keep their winstreak going.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
I am sure head coach Andrew Archibald has something up his sleeve for this game. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
I think having a leader like Ralph Goodrich - WR is the kind of thing that will help the RoughRiders win this game. This will be a very up and down affair.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
If they do not win, I have to buy cake for the entire office. That is how sure I am.

Lentz: The icon

News in Toronto is that Leo Lentz - TE is slowly building a legacy. Lentz seems to be on the minds of fans everywhere in Toronto. He is a legend to them.

Week 7: QB Gary Roussel (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The BCFC Bears' Gary Roussel threw 5 touchdowns, completing 33 of 47 passes for 336 yards in the Bears victory over the Nova Scotia Vikings.

After being drafted in Round 2 of the 2012 amateur draft, season number 7 for Roussel, has seen some impressive numbers including 23 touchdown passes this season.

Week 7: LB Joseph Hitchcock (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Hitchcock absolutely dominated in the Bears 56-27 game with the Nova Scotia Vikings. He finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 7

Bears - 56, Vikings - 27
Totems - 34, Pharaohs - 21
Reapers - 20, North - 12
RoughRiders - 37, Gamblers - 0

John Wilkins - FB signs extension with the Vikings

The Nova Scotia Vikings front office has announced that they have signed John Wilkins - FB to a new contract. Wilkins will stay with the team on a 1 year deal with a base salary of 930000

Game of the Week: Nova Scotia Vikings at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
They are well coached. I am sure head coach Andrew Archibald has them prepared for this game. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
This should be obvious to anyone who looks a the teams. The referees will have their work cut out for them. This will be very competitive and intense.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
For this game, it seems obvious that John Campos - RB can take over a game. The Bears offense is great when he shows up.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
You just have to look at their offense. They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 18. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. They average 325.8! They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 2nd in the league in pancakes. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 7. They are 5th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 111.8! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 36.5!

Top receiver trio?

The Bears trio of Matthew Williams - WR, Timothy Willis - WR and Jason Billingsley - TE are currently the leading trio of offensive skill players catching the ball in the league, with 1501 receiving yards between the three.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 7)

Simon Sly is back with this week's edition of Coach Showdown. I will spare you the meandering and cut to the chase.

JOHN DONOVAN, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 5-1.

John Donovan favors an aggressive defense. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organisation.
John Donovan runs a 3-4 defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. He prefers mixing up coverage. He targets the rungame, daring the offense to pass. He wants defensive linemen who can help in runsupport. To fit his scheme, linebackers must be sure tacklers, who can help shut down the run.

They are 4th in sacks with 12.
They are 1st in points allowed, averaging 15.
They are 2nd in pass defense with 192.7 yards given up per game.
They are 1st in run defense. Giving up 90.3 yards per game.
They are 7th in interceptions with 0.
They are 1st in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Donovan is significantly better than Marsh when scouting.
Donovan outperforms Marsh in assessing player ability.
Donovan is significantly better than Marsh in judging player potential.
Donovan is slightly more detail oriented than Marsh.
Donovan is a much sharper defensive mind than Marsh.
Donovan is way better than Marsh in developing players.
Donovan maintains significantly more discipline than Marsh.
Donovan is not as rigid as Marsh.
Donovan seems a little bit smarter than Marsh.
Donovan motivates his team a little better than Marsh.
Donovan makes his players hit the weight room more often than Marsh.
Donovan prepares better than Marsh.


DILLON MARSH, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, HOUSTON ROUGHRIDERS
The RoughRiders currently sit at 3-2.

Dillon Marsh favors an aggressive defense. He loves football, and it shows that this is his dreamjob. His eagerness to discuss all aspects of the game is infectious in an organisation.
Dillon Marsh runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. He prefers mixing up coverage. To fit his scheme, linebackers must be sure tacklers, who can help shut down the run.

They are 3rd in sacks with 15.
They are 6th in points allowed, averaging 26.7.
They are 8th in pass defense with 299.7 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 105 yards per game.
They are 1st in interceptions with 15.
They are 7th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 2nd in forced fumbles.

Marsh is better suited to lead a team than Donovan.

Week 6: RB Adam Frey (WIN) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Frey's 30 att, 203 yds, 1 TD performance against the Toronto North. Frey from Virginia was selected in round 1, 5 years ago.

Frey now has 737 Rushing Yards and 1 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 6: CB Glenn Hinkle (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Hinkle's ball hawking ability was on display in the Bears 48-23 game with the Houston RoughRiders. He finished with 6 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Glenn has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Bears Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 6

Gamblers - 38, North - 35
Reapers - 48, Pharaohs - 17
Bears - 48, RoughRiders - 23
Totems - 28, Vikings - 25

Week 6: G William James (TOR) has suffered a major injury!

The Toronto North' G William James has suffered an injury: Out (8-12 weeks).

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
Looking at the two rosters, a good bet is that Emil Medrano - QB will have an impact. He has been tearing it up so far this season. He will continue to do so today.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
This game will be so very entertaining.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
In this game, you would be a fool not to think Robert White - FS will run circles around the offense. This is going to be great to watch. A close win.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
Head coach Justin Harris runs a tight ship in Houston. I feel certain he has prepared an excellent gameplan. He is doing some really smart things on offense. He is one of the best defensive minds. The way he prepares gives them an advantage in any game. There will be some very good football to watch here.

Pearson stating his case to history

The Pharaohs' front office has announced that Jeromy Pearson - RB is among the favorites in his generation for the future hall of fame. Clearly, after 8 seasons in the league, playing at his level, it is hard to dispute. Hall of fame or not, Pearson is a legend, not only in Memphis, but nationally. The Pharaohs have made no comment on the subject before, but seem fairly satisfied with the whole thing.

Week 5: RB Alton Vidal (NSS) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Vidal's 23 att, 109 yds, 0 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Vidal from Portland State was selected in round 1, 5 years ago.

Vidal now has 306 Rushing Yards and 1 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 5: LB Andrea Dyer (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Dyer absolutely dominated in the RoughRiders 20-17 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 7 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int.

Game Recaps for Week 5

Vikings - 30, Bears - 20
RoughRiders - 20, Totems - 17
Gamblers - 20, Reapers - 17
North - 23, Pharaohs - 6

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Nova Scotia Vikings
In this game, I think that offensive coordinators struggle with containing players like James Copeland - CB. Expect him to show up in a big way.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
This is just what my gut tells me.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
If they lose this one, I will never hear the end of it.

Darren Francis : Nova Scotia Vikings
People tend to underestimate their offense. They are 5th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 4th in the league passing touchdowns with 6. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. They average 311.7! They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 3rd in the league in pancakes. They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 3. They are 4th in the league points scored per game. They average 27! There will be some very good football to watch here.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 5)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. We have an odd couple for you this week.

JEFFREY CLARK, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, MEMPHIS PHARAOHS
The Pharaohs currently sit at 0-3.

Jeffrey Clark favors an aggressive defense. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Jeffrey Clark runs a 3-4 Hybrid defense. The onus is on the safeties in his system. He prefers mixing up coverage. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 8th in sacks with 2.
They are 7th in points allowed, averaging 34.3.
They are 1st in pass defense with 143.7 yards given up per game.
They are 8th in run defense. Giving up 204 yards per game.
They are 8th in interceptions with 0.
They are 8th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 7th in forced fumbles.

Clark outperforms Jones in scouting.
Clark is a much sharper defensive mind than Jones.
Clark outperforms Jones in player development.
Clark seems a little bit smarter than Jones.
Clark motivates his team a little better than Jones.
Clark prepares better than Jones.


ERIK JONES, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 1-1.

Erik Jones does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Erik Jones runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. The onus is on the safeties in his system. It focuses on man coverage. Jones aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 7th in sacks with 4.
They are 4th in points allowed, averaging 23.7.
They are 4th in pass defense with 228 yards given up per game.
They are 7th in run defense. Giving up 142.7 yards per game.
They are 6th in interceptions with 0.
They are 6th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 6th in forced fumbles.

Jones is slightly better than Clark at estimating player potential.

Week 4: RB Gregorio Akers (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Akers's 16 att, 210 yds, 3 TD performance against the Memphis Pharaohs. Akers from Arizona State was selected in round 3, 8 years ago.

Akers now has 404 Rushing Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 4: LB Michael Earnest (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Michael Earnest of the Houston RoughRiders has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Earnest finished with 13 Tck, 2 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 4

Vikings - 30, Gamblers - 13
RoughRiders - 38, Pharaohs - 13
Reapers - 31, North - 17
Bears - 34, Totems - 27

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Seattle Totems

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
Do not believe it if anyone tells you the Bears are overhyped. They are who we thought they were.

Mary Moore : Seattle Totems
In the context of this game, it seems obvious that you cannot keep Perry Gamez - WR down for an entire game. Eventually he will come out of the blue and make a big play.

Jim Nox : Seattle Totems
They will win again this week.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
There will be a lot to dissect after this game.

Week 3: QB Adam Conte (SEA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Seattle Totems' Adam Conte threw 5 touchdowns, completing 30 of 46 passes for 396 yards in the Totems victory over the Toronto North.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2010 amateur draft, season number 9 for Conte, has seen some impressive numbers including 6 touchdown passes this season.

Week 3: CB Jesse Mackie (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Mackie's ball hawking ability was on display in the Bears 42-13 game with the Memphis Pharaohs. He finished with 4 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Jesse has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Bears Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 3

Bears - 42, Pharaohs - 13
RoughRiders - 24, Vikings - 24
Totems - 38, North - 37
Reapers - 33, Gamblers - 3

Game of the Week: Windsor Gamblers at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Windsor Gamblers
When they win here, people will take notice.

Mary Moore : New Orleans Reapers
Their win streak will not be broken in this game. It may even be a blow out.

Jim Nox : Windsor Gamblers
This is just what my gut tells me. Replace the batteries in your remote. You do not want to miss this game.

Darren Francis : New Orleans Reapers
The difference in this game will be their offense.

Pearson optimistic despite Pharaohs loss.

Jeromy Pearson was optimistic in his postgame interview after the loss to the Gamblers. 'I think we played well and showed some things. The Gamblers are a good team and we played them well. There is plenty of promise on this roster, and we will be back and get them next time. Until then it is all about working hard to get there.' the 28 year old RB said.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2019 Week 3)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. Hope you enjoy it.

LAWRENCE SCHAEFER, HEAD COACH, TORONTO NORTH
The North currently sit at 0-2.

Lawrence Schaefer wants his offense and defense to play smart, conservative football. Let the other team make the mistakes. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organisation.

Schaefer outperforms Odom in assessing player ability.
Schaefer is slightly better than Odom at estimating player potential.
Schaefer is slightly more detail oriented than Odom.
Schaefer is much more charismatic than Odom.
Schaefer has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Odom.
Schaefer is leagues above Odom when it comes to coaching offense.
Schaefer is not as rigid as Odom.
Schaefer is so much smarter than Odom.
Schaefer takes much more command and is more respected by his players than Odom.
Schaefer makes his players hit the weight room more often than Odom.
Schaefer prepares better than Odom.


JOSE ODOM, HEAD COACH, SEATTLE TOTEMS
The Totems currently sit at 0-2.

Jose Odom preaches flexibility on both offense and defense, focusing on what the situation demands. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.

Close still having red flags

News in Windsor is - again - that the Gamblers' FB Clayton Close is in the sights of the disciplinary committee. With the off field issues of Clayton Close - FB boiling up again one has to wonder how long of a leash he has with the Gamblers. Close could play many more years, but to do that he will need to rid himself of the bad elements distracting him and causing headaches for his team.

Week 2: QB Gary Roussel (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The BCFC Bears' Gary Roussel threw 5 touchdowns, completing 35 of 50 passes for 398 yards in the Bears victory over the Toronto North.

After being drafted in Round 2 of the 2012 amateur draft, season number 7 for Roussel, has seen some impressive numbers including 7 touchdown passes this season.

Week 2: DE James Steward (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Steward absolutely dominated in the Reapers 27-6 game with the Houston RoughRiders. He finished with 3 Tck, 2 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 2

Bears - 52, North - 31
Reapers - 27, RoughRiders - 6
Gamblers - 14, Totems - 13

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
Leadership. You cannot discount the difference it makes. I am thinking of a guy like Robert Thompson - DT. He will lead the way and help them win. There will be some wild plays in this game.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
I really think their offense will make the difference. A single digit win.

Jim Nox : New Orleans Reapers
I do not know why. I just have this hunch.

Darren Francis : New Orleans Reapers
They play great together. Having a guy like Robert Thompson - DT on the field who understands what everyone needs to do and helping them play as a unit will help them a great deal in this game.

Week 1: QB Juan Taylor (NSS) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Nova Scotia Vikings' Juan Taylor threw 3 touchdowns, completing 30 of 54 passes for 355 yards in the Reapers victory over the Nova Scotia Vikings.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2015 amateur draft, season number 4 for Taylor, has seen some impressive numbers including 3 touchdown passes this season.

Week 1: FS Robert White (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

FS White's ball hawking ability was on display in the RoughRiders 40-31 game with the Toronto North. He finished with 6 Tck, 2 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

"Robert has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -RoughRiders Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 1

Bears - 23, Totems - 13
Gamblers - 23, Pharaohs - 7
RoughRiders - 40, North - 31
Reapers - 34, Vikings - 27

Season Predictions

The sports journalists association has published the results of this year's division prediction polls among their twenty top sports journalists.

Canadian Conference Canada: Toronto North with 9 votes (Runner up: Nova Scotia Vikings with 7 votes)

American Conference US: New Orleans Reapers with 12 votes (Runner up: Houston RoughRiders with 6 votes)

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Toronto North

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
I see them winning this week, and it will be good for them to break their losing streak.

Mary Moore : Toronto North
I love what they are doing in Toronto coaching-wise. Head coach Lawrence Schaefer is a major reason they will win this game. He is running a great offense. Defensively he makes great adjustments.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
With people like James Nagy - FB and Ralph Goodrich - WR who understand the value of team play it is easy to see why the RoughRiders win this game. Easy prediction.

Darren Francis : Toronto North
In the context of this game, my prediction is that Rene Steiner - LB will be a key player to watch. Not only is he a beast on the North defense, he is a walking highlight reel. They greatly outscore them here.

Post Free Agency Retirements

The following players have retired after going unsigned through free agency:

C Michael Dutton (N/A) has retired!

C Michael Dutton (50 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

WR Guillermo Tanner (N/A) has retired!

WR Guillermo Tanner (63 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

WR Stephen Shuman (N/A) has retired!

WR Stephen Shuman (78 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

CB Peter Ramos (N/A) has retired!

CB Peter Ramos (73 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

Free Agency Round 10: Round Up

9 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Lewis Saucedo. The SS out of TCU signed a $1,552,500 contract for 2 year(s) with BCFC Bears.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 5 signings.

Memphis Pharaohs was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).

The biggest spender was BCFC Bears who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $4,042,500.

Free Agency Round 9: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Roger Byers. The CB out of Minnesota signed a $5,930,000 contract for 2 year(s) with Toronto North.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $10,820,000.

CB Roger Byers (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, CB Roger Byers was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Toronto North were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Byers's agent called to tell him that the North head coach was in town. Soon, Byers was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Byers is being fitted for a North uniform.

One of the league's top CBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $5,930,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the North," Byers said.

Free Agency Round 8: Round Up

1 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was William Blankenship. The DE out of Auburn signed a $2,860,000 contract for 1 year(s) with BCFC Bears.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

BCFC Bears was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was BCFC Bears who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $2,860,000.

Free Agency Round 7: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Franklin Hatch. The DT out of Miami (FL) signed a $4,990,000 contract for 1 year(s) with Nova Scotia Vikings.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 5 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $6,432,500.

DT Franklin Hatch (NSS) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, DT Franklin Hatch was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Nova Scotia Vikings were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Hatch's agent called to tell him that the Vikings head coach was in town. Soon, Hatch was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Hatch is being fitted for a Vikings uniform.

One of the league's top DTs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $4,990,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Vikings," Hatch said.

FB Kevin Simpson (BCFC) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Kevin Simpson, one of the league's top FBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $950,000 to play for the BCFC Bears.

Free Agency Round 6: Round Up

1 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Joseph Dozier. The T out of Connecticut signed a $7,210,000 contract for 2 year(s) with Toronto North.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $7,210,000.

T Joseph Dozier (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, T Joseph Dozier was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Toronto North were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Dozier's agent called to tell him that the North head coach was in town. Soon, Dozier was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Dozier is being fitted for a North uniform.

One of the league's top Ts and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $7,210,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the North," Dozier said.

CB Jim Colley (MEM) goes #1 overall!

NEW YORK -- The Memphis Pharaohs drafted Jim Colley #1 overall in the 2019 draft. The 6' 1" CB fits the team's needs perfectly. Said Pharaohs general manager: "It's up to us to develop him and get good players around him."

"The great thing about the game of football is, it's a team game," Colley said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."

Moore and Nox Mock Draft

Pick 1: Memphis Pharaohs
Larry Moore: Joe Spruill - T
This kid is not afraid to work hard. This is a kid who really contributes to the team spirit and the social cohesiveness on the team. Do not underestimate the strength this kid brings to the table. Driving up his value is his ability to block on run plays. Teams need kids who can hold their own against fully grown men. His pass blocking skills are definitely adding to his value. He will need to hold his own against fully grown men, and teams believe he can do that. With this kid, this is a need pick they will not regret.

Jim Nox: Joe Spruill - T
Here you have a kid who puts in the work to succeed. He takes care of his teammates. Most everyone who ever played with him, counts him as their friend. The muscles on this kid should allow him to hold his own against pro competition. This kid is already a pretty good blocker in the running game. He will only get better as he refines his technique. Displays nice technique when blocking on pass plays. Keeps his balance and buys time for the quarterback. Some might say this is a 'need' pick, but we must remember, this is a really good player as well. He will contribute early and often. No losers here.

Pick 2: Seattle Totems
Larry Moore: John Do - DT
'Team player', this is the correct term for him. He makes everyone around him better. Known among his teammates as a bit of a goofball, but never in a bad way. The kind that keeps spirits high even when a season goes south. He brings decent strength to the position. Can collapse the pocket against weaker offensive linemen. Good jump off the line. Enough speed to be unpredictable in his passrushing moves. Solid technique on tackles. They need him now. Well yesterday actually. They will love him tomorrow. They will revere him by the end of his career.

Jim Nox: John Do - DT
'Team player', this is the correct term for him. He makes everyone around him better. Known for helping out teammates, if they hit a rough patch, whether it is on the field or in their personal lives. Will shed blocks and occasionally bull rush smaller opponents. More than enough strength to anchor the defensive linePeople always rave about speed. This young man has more than enough speed for the position. You do not need to run tack to get sacks. Finishes tackles. Fits nicely with their needs. Fits nicely with the draft spot. Getting it right is important with these early picks. This guy is right.

Pick 3: Toronto North
Larry Moore: Jim Colley - CB
Need a leader? He is your guy. The guy has his head on straight. Has the speed to stay close to his man. While not elite, he has enough speed that you can do a lot of different things with him. They need playmakers at this position. This is what they are getting here. Solid pick.

Jim Nox: Jim Colley - CB
Need a leader? He is your guy. This guy understands what it means to be a pro. He has more than enough speed to keep up with most receivers. They almost have to make this pick. You do not want to look back in five years and see this kid on another team knowing he could have been yours.

Pick 4: Nova Scotia Vikings
Larry Moore: Gino Casillas - DT
He does not come off as an exclusive bull rusher, but he has enough muscle that powermoves are part of his repetoire. Coaches like how well he tackles. Takes in instructions well. He will get a great chance to earn the starting job. He fits what they are looking for. He is a solid player. Cannot go wrong here.

Jim Nox: Gino Casillas - DT
His strength gives him a chance against the big boys in the pros. This is a kid who tackles well. He is smart, and plays with good instincts. Some might say this is a 'need' pick, but we must remember, this is a really good player as well. He will contribute early and often. No losers here.

Pick 5: New Orleans Reapers
Larry Moore: William James - G
Need a leader? He is your guy. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. He has sufficient strength to have a chance against grown men on the defensive line. He pass blocks really well. Once this kid gets in the building, they will be set at this position for years.

Jim Nox: Patrick Li - LB
Liked by coaches and teammates. Strong enough to flatten smaller blockers. And strong enough to not be flattened by the bigger ones. Will not have to come off the field for in obvious passing situations. Has enough quickness to pressure Quarterbacks off the edge. Very coachable. That is an important trait for a guy you want to draft this early. People always say you should not prioritize needs over quality. That is not an issue here, they get to have their cake and eat it too.

Pick 6: Windsor Gamblers
Larry Moore: Patrick Li - LB
He takes care of his teammates. Most everyone who ever played with him, counts him as their friend. The muscles on this kid allows him to shed blocks and keep contain. Will not have to come off the field for in obvious passing situations. Has enough quickness to pressure Quarterbacks off the edge. Educated well. Shows good understanding of the game. They need playmakers at this position. This is what they are getting here. Solid pick.

Jim Nox: Curtis Foster - CB
Every team values leadership, someone to lead by example, this is the guy. I want this kid on my team. He understands his role on the field, and how it fits in with what everyone else is doing. Rarely lets receivers get separation. Has nice speed. will be fun to watch. Blue-chip player. Exactly what they look for. Add a young talent to a roster thin at the position, a great fit.

Pick 7: Houston RoughRiders
Larry Moore: Carlos St. Clair - SS
This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Great speed for a Strong Safety. You can ask him to go in man coverage, and not be worried. Blue-chip player. Exactly what they look for. Add a young talent to a roster thin at the position, a great fit.

Jim Nox: William James - G
His leadership is through the roof. He is on the frontline, always. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. Strong enough to play with the pros. He has shown in college he can hold his own in pass blocking. He keeps good leverage and will only get better once the coaches get their hands on him. Might not be what fans want, but there is a reason people are getting paid to make these decisions. This is a rock solid pick, and he fits what they are looking for. Fans will come around quickly once they see him play.

Pick 8: BCFC Bears
Larry Moore: Robert Welch - G
They gotta be happy to get this guy. Such a talent and he fits their needs. I would imagine the war room is celebrating when they make this pick.

Jim Nox: Robert Welch - G
Fans, coaches, and teammates alike will be ecstatic to get him on the team. He fits what they need, he is such a great talent. Everything lines up.

Pick 9: Memphis Pharaohs
Larry Moore: Curtis Foster - CB
Not afraid to lead. In addition to his own role, this kid doubles as glue. He makes everyone on the field play as a team. Coaches are always looking to add more speed to the defensive backfield. This guy has enough to make an impact. Fans might not be on board with what can be framed as a need pick. But trust me once they see this kid play, they will be more than happy.

Jim Nox: Carlos St. Clair - SS
His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. Play him at safety. Play him outside. Play him back. Play him in the box. His speed allows you to do a lot of things with him. Take the blue-chip player. Do not worry about sexier picks. He fits what you need and the quality is there.

Pick 10: Seattle Totems
Larry Moore: Raymond Kruger - G
They need players at the position, and good ones at that. He fits the bill, he is worth the pick. End of story.

Jim Nox: Raymond Kruger - G
They need playmakers at this position. This is what they are getting here. Solid pick.

Free Agency Round 5: Round Up

7 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Kevin Masters. The CB out of Illinois State signed a $6,110,000 contract for 2 year(s) with New Orleans Reapers.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.

BCFC Bears was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Houston RoughRiders who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $8,790,000.

P Sean Aponte (NO) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Sean Aponte, one of the league's top Ps and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $1,800,000 to play for the New Orleans Reapers.

FS Ross Johnson (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Ross Johnson, one of the league's top FSs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $4,500,000 to play for the Toronto North.

CB Kevin Masters (NO) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Kevin Masters, one of the league's top CBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $6,110,000 to play for the New Orleans Reapers.

Free Agency Round 4: Round Up

2 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Adam Conte. The QB out of Florida International signed a $13,500,000 contract for 5 year(s) with Seattle Totems.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.

New Orleans Reapers was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Seattle Totems who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $13,500,000.

QB Adam Conte (SEA) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, QB Adam Conte was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Seattle Totems were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Conte's agent called to tell him that the Totems head coach was in town. Soon, Conte was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Conte is being fitted for a Totems uniform.

One of the league's top QBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 5 year contract worth $13,500,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Totems," Conte said.

Free Agency Round 3: Round Up

2 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jose Brinkman. The WR out of Michigan State signed a $7,750,000 contract for 3 year(s) with Toronto North.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $7,750,000.

WR Jose Brinkman (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, WR Jose Brinkman was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Toronto North were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Brinkman's agent called to tell him that the North head coach was in town. Soon, Brinkman was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Brinkman is being fitted for a North uniform.

One of the league's top WRs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 3 year contract worth $7,750,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the North," Brinkman said.

Free Agency Round 2: Round Up

2 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Ralph Goodrich. The WR out of Illinois State signed a $8,110,000 contract for 1 year(s) with Houston RoughRiders.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.

Houston RoughRiders was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Houston RoughRiders who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $8,110,000.

WR Ralph Goodrich (HRR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Ralph Goodrich, one of the league's top WRs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 1 year contract worth $8,110,000 to play for the Houston RoughRiders.

Free Agency Round 1: Round Up

1 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Leo Lentz. The TE out of Baylor signed a $4,500,000 contract for 1 year(s) with Toronto North.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $4,500,000.

TE Leo Lentz (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Leo Lentz, one of the league's top TEs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 1 year contract worth $4,500,000 to play for the Toronto North.

Offseason Team Needs with Jeremy Piper

With a new offseason under way, some rosters are in good shape. However, other teams have big needs to address this offseason. Your always trusty Jeremy Piper here brings you a quick glance at the teams with work to do. Whether they fill their needs in the draft or with veterans in free agency remains to be seen.

Here we go:
BCFC Bears: G DT
Nova Scotia Vikings: T DT
Windsor Gamblers: T WR CB LB
Toronto North: T TE WR CB LB DE FS SS
New Orleans Reapers: G LB DE FS
Houston RoughRiders: G WR LB SS
Memphis Pharaohs: G T TE CB LB DE SS
Seattle Totems: G C WR CB LB DT

Draft Order: Memphis Pharaohs own first overall.

Pick 1: Memphis Pharaohs
Pick 2: Seattle Totems
Pick 3: Toronto North
Pick 4: Nova Scotia Vikings
Pick 5: New Orleans Reapers
Pick 6: Windsor Gamblers
Pick 7: Houston RoughRiders
Pick 8: BCFC Bears

Coaching Carousel Predictions.

The offseason is upon us and that means teams are shaking up their coaching staffs. This means that we get to take our annual look at coordinators who could make the leap to become head coaches, and the teams who are likely to poach them.

The prime candidates identified by our experts are:
Galen Gabriel - Offensive Coordinator - BCFC Bears
Jeffrey Clark - Defensive Coordinator - Memphis Pharaohs
Eugene Ayala - Offensive Coordinator - Nova Scotia Vikings
Everette Sweeney - Offensive Coordinator - Windsor Gamblers
Dillon Marsh - Defensive Coordinator - Houston RoughRiders

Contract Updates

The following players have unlocked bonuses in their contracts based on their performance last season:
Samuel Lunsford - FS (New Orleans Reapers) unlocked a 10% bonus for Tackles (Target: 60 / Accomplished: 79).
Billy Greathouse - C (Houston RoughRiders) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Daryl Ly - G (Houston RoughRiders) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 20 / Accomplished: 48).
Richard Meza - QB (Houston RoughRiders) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Robert Roberts - CB (Seattle Totems) unlocked a 5% bonus for Interceptions (Target: 5 / Accomplished: 6).

Other retirements

QB Alexander Brooks (59 ovr) : Career stats: 0/0, 0 yds, 0 TD
RB Peter Sturgis (64 ovr) : Career stats: 0 att, 0 yds, 0 TD
RB Gregory Lee (58 ovr) : Career stats: 0 att, 0 yds, 0 TD
RB Mark Alford (56 ovr) : Career stats: 0 att, 0 yds, 0 TD
RB Tim James (51 ovr) : Career stats: 4 att, 12 yds, 0 TD, 1 rec, 1 yds, 1 TD
G John Christie (57 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
G Julio Overstreet (56 ovr) : Career stats: 2 Pancakes
G Chad Griffiths (55 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
G Claude Salinas (54 ovr) : Career stats: 1 Pancakes
G Ernesto Harmon (50 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
G Wayne Jenkins (48 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
G Les Gaddy (45 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
T Steven Janes (62 ovr) : Career stats: 41 Pancakes
T Thomas Roper (53 ovr) : Career stats: 22 Pancakes
T Domingo Bauer (50 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
T William Villanueva (47 ovr) : Career stats: 0 Pancakes
C Hugh Scott (58 ovr) : Career stats: 9 Pancakes
TE Thomas Curtis (60 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
TE Marc Jimenez (55 ovr) : Career stats: 4 rec, 21 yds, 0 TD
TE Steven Goodrich (48 ovr) : Career stats: 101 rec, 678 yds, 3 TD
TE Frank Locke (46 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR John Teal (60 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Allen Brinson (59 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Roger Payne (57 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Julio Esparza (56 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Irving Lanning (54 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Darrell Monk (49 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
WR Lawrence Nagel (44 ovr) : Career stats: 0 rec, 0 yds, 0 TD
CB Antonio Carranza (58 ovr) : Career stats:
CB James Turner (58 ovr) : Career stats:
CB Joshua Williamson (54 ovr) : Career stats: 5 Tck
CB Larry Sasser (53 ovr) : Career stats:
CB Dannie Smith (53 ovr) : Career stats:
CB George Henning (52 ovr) : Career stats: 12 Tck
CB Walter Colwell (49 ovr) : Career stats: 22 Tck
CB Lloyd Williams (45 ovr) : Career stats:
CB Derrick Sorenson (41 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Kent Schwarz (54 ovr) : Career stats: 1 Tck
LB John Ledbetter (53 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Ronald Olson (51 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Thomas Gonzalez (50 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Eric Bonilla (49 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Edgar Barbee (49 ovr) : Career stats:
LB Aaron Herrera (48 ovr) : Career stats: 18 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FR
DT Sammie Folse (55 ovr) : Career stats:
DT Carl Young (53 ovr) : Career stats: 23 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 FF
DT Steve Sparrow (48 ovr) : Career stats:
DT Eric Carlson (43 ovr) : Career stats:
DE Gary Middleton (50 ovr) : Career stats: 6 Tck
DE Chad Gordon (49 ovr) : Career stats: 72 Tck, 20 Sck, 4 FF, 2 FR
DE Gary Chapman (47 ovr) : Career stats:
DE Jimmy Poulin (45 ovr) : Career stats: 15 Tck, 8 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR
FS Adolfo Davenport (60 ovr) : Career stats:
FS James Bisson (56 ovr) : Career stats: 18 Tck, 1 Int
FS Jeffrey Adamson (53 ovr) : Career stats:
FS Daniel Martin (49 ovr) : Career stats:
FS Jason Pederson (45 ovr) : Career stats:
SS Gil Chester (67 ovr) : Career stats: 7 Tck
SS Robert Adams (60 ovr) : Career stats: 96 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 FR
SS James Rhodes (56 ovr) : Career stats: 2 Tck
SS Willie Roger (51 ovr) : Career stats:
SS Jim Norman (48 ovr) : Career stats:
SS Brian Moran (33 ovr) : Career stats: 30 Tck, 2 Sck
K James Hoover (62 ovr) : Career stats: 0/0 FG
K William Thacker (56 ovr) : Career stats: 0/0 FG
K Gary Brogan (55 ovr) : Career stats: 0/0 FG
K Robert Smothers (44 ovr) : Career stats: 0/0 FG
P Bruce Meade (70 ovr) : Career stats: 0 yards, 0 inside 20

FS Michael Spurlock (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' FS Michael Spurlock has retired after 12 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 148 Tck, 9 Sck, 6 Int, 1 Sfty, 4 FF, 1 FR

RB William Green (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' RB William Green has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 169 att, 809 yds, 10 TD, 9 rec, 122 yds, 0 TD

T Arthur Mcallister (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' T Arthur Mcallister has retired after 7 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 24 Pancakes

T Joel Norton (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' T Joel Norton has retired after 5 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 8 Pancakes

DT Warren Washington (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DT Warren Washington has retired after 13 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 153 Tck, 23 Sck, 4 FF

DE Robert Garvin (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE Robert Garvin has retired after 7 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 40 Tck, 16 Sck

DT Joseph Cornish (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DT Joseph Cornish has retired after 11 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 49 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR

CB Emory Hamilton (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' CB Emory Hamilton has retired after 13 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 285 Tck, 10 Sck, 11 Int, 4 Def TD, 10 FF, 5 FR

FS David Larkin (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' FS David Larkin has retired after 7 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 122 Tck, 1 Sck, 4 Int, 2 FR

G Cody Jackson (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' G Cody Jackson has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 66 Pancakes

DE Donny Kessler (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE Donny Kessler has retired after 6 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 30 Tck, 14 Sck, 4 FF, 1 FR

DT Albert Anderson (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DT Albert Anderson has retired after 10 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 88 Tck, 20 Sck

K Matthew Trinidad (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' K Matthew Trinidad has retired after 8 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 25/30 FG

WR Leslie Lennon (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' WR Leslie Lennon has retired after 5 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 12 rec, 151 yds, 3 TD

T Eugene Stein (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' T Eugene Stein has retired after 5 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 47 Pancakes

DE Jerry Wheatley (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE Jerry Wheatley has retired after 4 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 15 Tck, 2 Sck

WR David Hargrove (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' WR David Hargrove has retired after 12 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 203 rec, 3078 yds, 27 TD

TE Johnny Carlton (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' TE Johnny Carlton has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 115 rec, 1247 yds, 9 TD

DT William Mitchell (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DT William Mitchell has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 115 Tck, 15 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR

QB John Beckman (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' QB John Beckman has retired after 7 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 144/326, 1954 yds, 13 TD

DE Donald Hitt (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE Donald Hitt has retired after 17 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 333 Tck, 130 Sck, 3 Sfty, 15 FF, 12 FR

QB Cory Delagarza (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' QB Cory Delagarza has retired after 10 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 70/158, 1323 yds, 9 TD

DE David Sherman (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE David Sherman has retired after 10 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 169 Tck, 20 Sck, 4 FF, 1 FR

G Alfonzo Lake (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' G Alfonzo Lake has retired after 11 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 132 Pancakes

T Justin Richard (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' T Justin Richard has retired after 13 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 598 Pancakes

DT Charles Evans (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DT Charles Evans has retired after 11 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 94 Tck, 10 Sck, 2 FF

SS Steven Higginbotham (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' SS Steven Higginbotham has retired after 13 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 705 Tck, 15 Sck, 7 Int, 1 Sfty, 17 FF, 4 FR

QB Cordell Denning (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' QB Cordell Denning has retired after 13 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 1074/2134, 18057 yds, 125 TD

QB Steven Rios (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' QB Steven Rios has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 127/300, 1251 yds, 3 TD

CB Brian Thompson (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' CB Brian Thompson has retired after 14 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 684 Tck, 2 Sck, 16 Int, 3 Def TD, 8 FF, 2 FR

DE James Breedlove (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' DE James Breedlove has retired after 15 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 328 Tck, 156 Sck, 3 Sfty, 15 FF, 5 FR

G Edward Drake (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' G Edward Drake has retired after 10 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 118 Pancakes

K Hassan Kyle (N/A) has retired!

The N/A' K Hassan Kyle has retired after 14 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 334/419 FG

RB Winfred Gerard (HRR) has retired!

The Houston RoughRiders' RB Winfred Gerard has retired after 8 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 1075 att, 4969 yds, 34 TD, 215 rec, 1763 yds, 9 TD

G Donald Mabry (NO) has retired!

The New Orleans Reapers' G Donald Mabry has retired after 12 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 387 Pancakes

P Patrick Bales (NO) has retired!

The New Orleans Reapers' P Patrick Bales has retired after 18 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 59622 yards, 497 inside 20

DE Michael Jackson (TOR) has retired!

The Toronto North' DE Michael Jackson has retired after 11 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 162 Tck, 63 Sck, 1 Sfty, 6 FF, 3 FR

SS John Allen (BCFC) has retired!

The BCFC Bears' SS John Allen has retired after 9 seasons. His presence in the locker room and on the field will be sorely missed.
He finished his career with 174 Tck, 6 Sck, 3 Int, 4 FF, 1 FR