American Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The American Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2080.
QB Elmer Villarreal - RoughRiders (361/545, 3594 yds, 29 TD)
QB Bill Eller - Pharaohs (193/278, 1985 yds, 15 TD)
QB Mike Whitehead - Totems (267/455, 3825 yds, 26 TD)
RB Eric Law - Pharaohs (168 att, 991 yds, 3 TD)
RB Douglas Hinds - Pharaohs (165 att, 996 yds, 7 TD, 10 rec, 58 yds, 0 TD)
RB Stanley Moore - Totems (116 att, 505 yds, 3 TD, 32 rec, 377 yds, 4 TD)
FB Randy Harvey - Totems (0 att, 0 yds, 0 TD, 5 rec, 99 yds, 0 TD)
G Scott Lowe - Reapers (50 Pancakes)
G Dennis Craddock - Totems (48 Pancakes)
G Rolando Craven - Totems (63 Pancakes)
T Steven Wagner - Reapers (93 Pancakes)
T Robert Millard - Pharaohs (59 Pancakes)
T Ray Shephard - Totems (97 Pancakes)
C Steven Hefner - Pharaohs (41 Pancakes)
C Yong Douglas - Totems (68 Pancakes)
TE George George - Totems (48 rec, 778 yds, 6 TD)
TE Nathaniel Matthews - Totems (47 rec, 708 yds, 6 TD)
WR Jeffrey Pratt - Reapers (72 rec, 1018 yds, 5 TD)
WR Steven Lovell - RoughRiders (81 rec, 985 yds, 10 TD)
WR Gregory Morgan - RoughRiders (83 rec, 821 yds, 9 TD)
WR Thomas Lay - Pharaohs (55 rec, 702 yds, 7 TD)
WR Mark Abel - Totems (69 rec, 1012 yds, 5 TD)
CB Juan Oswalt - Reapers (92 Tck, 5 Int, 2 FF)
CB John Woodard - Pharaohs (66 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int, 3 FF, 1 FR)
CB David Caudle - Totems (68 Tck, 5 Int, 1 Def TD)
LB Daniel Bayer - Reapers (92 Tck, 7 Sck, 5 FF, 3 FR)
LB Mark Watson - Reapers (82 Tck, 2 Int, 2 FF)
LB Ernest Carrillo - RoughRiders (96 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 4 FR)
LB Kenneth Major - RoughRiders (117 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Sfty, 2 FF)
LB Jimmy Lewis - Pharaohs (65 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Shawn Snow - Totems (79 Tck, 4 Sck, 2 FF)
DT Dennis Duarte - RoughRiders (24 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FR)
DT David Felts - Pharaohs (19 Tck, 9 Sck)
DT Ted Ingle - Pharaohs (6 Tck, 1 Sck)
DT Burl Johnson - Pharaohs (13 Tck, 2 Sck)
DE Brian Horan - Reapers (20 Tck, 6 Sck, 1 FF)
DE Arthur Thompson - Totems (13 Tck, 6 Sck, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
DE Lloyd Larkin - Totems (37 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 FF)
FS Bobby Hall - Pharaohs (31 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int)
FS Geraldo Rawls - Totems (53 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 2 FR)
SS Jimmy Chase - Reapers (77 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 Sfty)
SS Jeffrey Thornton - Totems (82 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR)
K Robert Desantis - Totems (23/26 FG)
P Larry Baker - Pharaohs (2187 yards, 20 inside 20)

Canadian Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The Canadian Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2080.
QB Jerome Killian - Bears (241/392, 2571 yds, 23 TD)
QB Marvin Nance - Vikings (276/416, 2797 yds, 15 TD)
QB Marcus Small - North (270/415, 2491 yds, 14 TD)
RB Lamar Getz - Bears (316 att, 1592 yds, 13 TD, 2 rec, 14 yds, 1 TD)
RB Frank Lombardo - Vikings (217 att, 931 yds, 9 TD, 52 rec, 364 yds, 0 TD)
RB David Mercado - Gamblers (219 att, 1176 yds, 4 TD)
FB Bradley Jackson - Gamblers (28 att, 102 yds, 1 TD, 19 rec, 74 yds, 1 TD)
G Robert Romano - Gamblers (46 Pancakes)
G Joel Larson - Gamblers (41 Pancakes)
G Larry Fulton - North (47 Pancakes)
T Brenton Stevens - Vikings (81 Pancakes)
T Ruben Albert - Gamblers (42 Pancakes)
T Herbert Moffitt - North (41 Pancakes)
C Ernest Cooke - Bears (41 Pancakes)
C Bret Robinson - Gamblers (54 Pancakes)
TE Benjamin Frey - Vikings (40 rec, 260 yds, 1 TD)
TE Jeffery Kuykendall - Gamblers (61 rec, 645 yds, 1 TD)
WR Paul Herring - Bears (52 rec, 910 yds, 11 TD)
WR Richard Horsley - Vikings (97 rec, 1179 yds, 5 TD)
WR Joseph Woodruff - Vikings (65 rec, 1008 yds, 5 TD)
WR Corey Davies - North (105 rec, 1065 yds, 2 TD)
WR Nathanael Schilling - North (80 rec, 747 yds, 2 TD)
CB Curtis Cruz - Bears (75 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR)
CB John Ruiz - Bears (64 Tck, 2 Sck, 2 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 FF)
CB Devin Burrell - Vikings (68 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Rick Conover - Bears (106 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 3 FR)
LB Earl Turner - Bears (58 Tck, 7 Sck, 3 FF, 2 FR)
LB Neil Yoder - Bears (59 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
LB Elvis Starr - Vikings (117 Tck, 2 Int, 4 FF, 2 FR)
LB Todd Loftis - Gamblers (79 Tck, 3 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR)
LB Rodolfo Heim - Gamblers (83 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Anthony Clayton - Bears (3 Tck, 2 Sck)
DT Jack Anderson - Bears (7 Tck, 6 Sck)
DT Christopher Putman - Vikings (4 Tck, 2 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR)
DT Don Moran - North (3 Tck, 3 Sck)
DE Michael Lennon - Vikings (25 Tck, 5 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR)
DE George Schuster - Gamblers (22 Tck, 8 Sck, 2 FF)
DE Monroe Miller - North (26 Tck, 7 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR)
FS Carl Wiese - Bears (72 Tck, 1 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FR)
FS Arnold Price - North (74 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF)
SS John Hamlin - Vikings (68 Tck, 2 Sck, 3 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
SS Sherman Henderson - North (54 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 FF)
K Ray Cannon - Gamblers (22/24 FG)
P Bruce Burt - Vikings (3408 yards, 29 inside 20)

2080 Defensive ROY Award

Toronto North DE, Monroe Miller has won the Defensive ROY award for 2080.

2080 Offensive ROY Award

Memphis Pharaohs RB, Eric Law has won the Offensive ROY award for 2080.

2080 Defensive MVP Award

Seattle Totems DE, Arthur Thompson has won the Defensive MVP award for 2080.

2080 Offensive MVP Award

Nova Scotia Vikings RB, Frank Lombardo has won the Offensive MVP award for 2080.

2080 Playoff MVP Award

Memphis Pharaohs QB, Bill Eller has won the Playoff MVP award for 2080.

2080 League MVP Award

BCFC Bears RB, Lamar Getz has won the League MVP award for 2080.

RB Lamar Getz (BCFC) wins League MVP!

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. Getz won the MVP award by amassing season totals of 316 att, 1592 yds, 13 TD, 2 rec, 14 yds, 1 TD.

"I really accept this award on behalf of the team and the organization because there is no way I would have accomplished this much without everyone creating a winning environment," Getz said after receiving the award.

QB Bill Eller (MEM) wins Playoff MVP!

NEW YORK -- The Memphis Pharaohs' QB took home the 2080 Playoff MVP award today. Eller won the award by amassing playoff totals of 45/57, 457 yds, 3 TD.

DE Arthur Thompson (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Year!

NEW YORK -- In his own view, Arthur Thompson put together his best professional season in 2080. How appropriate, then, that he is the Wolverine Studios Sports Newtwork 2080 Defensive Player of the Year.

The versatile Thompson had 13 tackles, 6 sacks, 0 interceptions, and 2 forced fumbles with 1 defensive touchdowns, and was a key to the Totems' turnaround on defense. His role on the defense earned Thompson a majority of votes Tuesday from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league.

RB Frank Lombardo (NSV) wins Offensive Player of the Year!

NEW YORK -- That blur speeding away from opposing defenses and running off with the Wolverine Studios Sports Network 2080 Offensive Player of the Year award is Frank Lombardo. Considered one of the fastest men in pro football, Lombardo was uncatchable in racking up 931 rushing yards on the season.

That earned the back 38 1/2 votes Wednesday from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league.

"I kind of realize what I did and I feel like I had a dream season," said Lombardo, who scored 9 touchdowns.

DE Monroe Miller (TOR) wins Defensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The Toronto North' DE was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Miller won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 26 Tck, 7 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR.

RB Eric Law (MEM) wins Offensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The Memphis Pharaohs' RB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Law won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 168 att, 991 yds, 3 TD.

2080 The Brewmaster's Bowl

The Memphis Pharaohs have defeated the Nova Scotia Vikings in the 2080 The Brewmaster's Bowl.

The final score was Pharaohs 28 - Vikings 17.

Eric Law - RB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Christopher Schmidt - LB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Memphis Pharaohs have defeated the Houston RoughRiders in the 2080 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Pharaohs 26 - RoughRiders 20.

Robert Wilmoth - G had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense John Woodard - CB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Nova Scotia Vikings have defeated the BCFC Bears in the 2080 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Bears 35 - Vikings 38.

Jonah Butler - QB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Michael Lennon - DE had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Week 15: RB David Mercado (WIN) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 15's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back David Mercado. His 23 att, 129 yds, 0 TD performance stood out in the 27 to 13 victory for the Windsor Gamblers.

The former Penn State gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 1176 Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 15: SS Brian Knapp (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

SS Knapp's ball hawking ability was on display in the RoughRiders 23-17 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 5 Tck, 3 Sck.

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

Game Recaps for Week 15

Gamblers - 27, North - 13
RoughRiders - 23, Totems - 17
Bears - 17, Reapers - 9
Pharaohs - 13, Vikings - 6

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
I think their defense will carry them. They are 2nd in sacks with 43. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 13.9. They are 2nd in pass defense. They only give up 205.9 per game. They are 1st in run defense. Giving up only 87.9 yards per game. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. Get your popcorn ready.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
The difference in this game will be their offense. They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 36. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 219.2! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 33.5!

Jim Nox : Nova Scotia Vikings
They will win again this week. This will be a very up and down affair.

Darren Francis : Nova Scotia Vikings
For this match up, we should not underestimate that Vikings will love fielding Shawn Rupert - DT against this offense. This man will be critical this week, and will give the offense plenty of trouble. The referees will have their work cut out for them. This will be very competitive and intense.

Markus Askew compares himself to Gamblers' George Schuster

'We see a lot of players thinking they are the best at their position', said the Bears DE Markus Askew. He continued. 'I prefer to look at individual players, and ask myself: Am I better than him?'. Markus Askew brings up George Schuster every chance he gets, it seems. 'Is he faster than me? nah. Look at the tape, once the pads come on he slows down. Sure, he is good and he may even be as good as me some day.' The Bears DE said. Certainly such words will set the internet forums on fire, and it will be interesting to see if George Schuster takes the bait and responds.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 15)

Time for this weeks get to know your coaches. As always, Simon Sly deliver with this weeks coach comparison. We have an odd couple for you this week.

JAMES PILCHER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 5-7-1.

James Pilcher does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He adapts his demeanor to the situation, and does whatever he thinks it takes to get through to his players and co-workers.
James Pilcher runs a 4-3 defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. It features primarily zone coverage. The defensive line's primary role is rushing the passer. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 3rd in sacks with 40.
They are 3rd in points allowed, averaging 22.5.
They are 6th in pass defense with 240.6 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 92.9 yards per game.
They are 3rd in interceptions with 13.
They are 2nd in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Pilcher outperforms Matheson in scouting.
Pilcher makes his players hit the weight room more often than Matheson.


RONALD MATHESON, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, TORONTO NORTH
The North currently sit at 1-11-1.

Ronald Matheson does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organization.
Ronald Matheson runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. The scheme depends on dominating in the trenches. It focuses on man coverage. He aims to shut down the passing game, making the opponent one dimensional. Matheson aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 4th in sacks with 38.
They are 8th in points allowed, averaging 33.6.
They are 3rd in pass defense with 207.6 yards given up per game.
They are 8th in run defense. Giving up 168.4 yards per game.
They are 8th in interceptions with 6.
They are 8th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 2nd in forced fumbles.

Matheson is not as rigid as Pilcher.
Matheson seems a little bit smarter than Pilcher.

Week 14: T Brenton Stevens (NSV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

In a rare honor for an offensive lineman... T Brenton Stevens wins the leagues Offensive Player of the Week. The award comes after Stevens's 15 Pancakes performance against the Windsor Gamblers. Stevens from Oklahoma St. was selected in round 1 of the 2073 draft.

Stevens "The offensive line doesn't always catch the fans' attention, I'm happiest with our group's effort upfront."

Week 14: LB Elvis Starr (NSV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Starr absolutely dominated in the Vikings 20-17 game with the Windsor Gamblers. He finished with 9 Tck, 1 Int, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 14

Vikings - 20, Gamblers - 17
Pharaohs - 23, RoughRiders - 0

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
I do not think their offense gets enough credit. They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 35. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 221.5! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 34.4!

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
This is just going by my intuition.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
A tough choice. I think it will be a close game.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
Looking at the teams, most people agree that John Woodard will be dominant here. He is getting paid to deliver in exactly these kinds of games.

Defense dominates in BCFC.

The Bears front four is running rough shod against opposing offenses so far this season with a total of 19 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 51 tackles in 13 games.

Big boys shows the way in Seattle.

The big boys from Totems are dirt rolling defenders this year. They’ve given up only 32 sacks in 13 games while collecting 491 pancakes.

Week 13: RB Lamar Getz (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 13's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Lamar Getz. His 14 att, 124 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 35 to 17 victory for the BCFC Bears.

The former Alabama gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 1517 Yards and 12 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 13: DT David Felts (MEM) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DT David Felts of the Memphis Pharaohs has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Felts finished with 4 Tck, 4 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 13

Bears - 35, North - 17
Gamblers - 34, Vikings - 19
Pharaohs - 34, Reapers - 3
RoughRiders - 24, Totems - 9

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
Certainly, this defense will have a good game. They are 5th in sacks with 27. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 16.2. They are 3rd in pass defense. They only give up 216 per game. They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up only 91.8 yards per game. They are 5th in interceptions with 7. They are 4th in the league in tackles for loss. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. There are so many factors to consider when making predictions. This one was easy though.

Mary Moore : New Orleans Reapers
For this game, I think a good bet is that you have to look at this LB named Daniel Bayer. I expect everyone knows this guy will be a wrecking ball. There will be a lot to dissect after this game.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
They play great together. Having a guy like Steven Hefner - C 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.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
I do not think people realize how good this offense is. They are 2nd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 32. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 226.6! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 34.5!

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 13)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. Let us jump right in.

WILLIAMS ANDERSON, HEAD COACH, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 5-6-1.

Williams Anderson preaches flexibility on both offense and defense, focusing on what the situation demands. He loves football, and it shows that this is his dreamjob. His eagerness to discuss all aspects of the game is infectious in an organization.

Anderson is slightly better than Johansen at estimating player potential.
Anderson has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Johansen.
Anderson exhibits way more flexibility than Johansen.


ALEX JOHANSEN, HEAD COACH, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 5-5-1.

Alex Johansen 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 organization.

Johansen is significantly better than Anderson when scouting.
Johansen is slightly more detail oriented than Anderson.
Johansen outperforms Anderson in player development.
Johansen prepares better than Anderson.

Vikings keeping tabs on Lombardo

Reports out of Nova Scotia suggest that Frank Lombardo - RB is angry about being monitored by coaches. Lombardo claims he is being singled out, and that coaches are looking for an excuse to get rid of him. Sources in the building say Lombardo has been vocal about what he sees as unfair persecution and have divided the locker room on the issue.

Week 12: RB Eusebio Matheny (MEM) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 12's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Eusebio Matheny. His 8 att, 115 yds, 3 TD performance stood out in the 49 to 0 victory for the Memphis Pharaohs.

The former Texas Tech gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 198 Yards and 18 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 12: DE Arthur Thompson (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Thompson absolutely dominated in the Reapers 38-34 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 1 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 12

Bears - 27, Gamblers - 19
Reapers - 38, Totems - 34
Vikings - 17, RoughRiders - 10
Pharaohs - 49, North - 0

Markus Askew - DE signs extension with the Bears

The BCFC Bears front office has announced that they have signed Markus Askew - DE to a new contract. Askew will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $14,460,000

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Nova Scotia Vikings
In this game, popular opinion is that Devin Burrell - CB is going to wreck havoc for the Vikings defense.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
I see them winning again this week.

Jim Nox : Nova Scotia Vikings
I think having a leader like Christopher Putman - DT is the kind of thing that will help the Vikings win this game.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
People tend to underestimate their offense. They are 2nd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 29. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. They average 279.8! They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 3rd in the league in pancakes. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 4th in the league rushing touchdowns with 11. They are 4th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 108.4! They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. They average 31.7!

Defense dominates in BCFC.

The Bears defensive line is ripping opposing offenses so far this season with a total of 18 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 43 tackles in 11 games.

Big boys shows the way in Seattle.

The big men from Totems are dominating the trenches this year. They’ve given up only 22 sacks in 11 games while collecting 415 pancakes.

Toronto North Catch the New Orleans Reapers by surprise!

The Toronto North fans are celebrating after the North took down the New Orleans Reapers.
In a fantastic effort the North brought home the win against a superior opponent. The supporters of the North are taking the victory as evidence that the team is only a couple of seasons away from being a top program, if they can keep progressing and developing their program.

Lombardo stirring trouble

An individual with connections in the Vikings' locker room says that Frank Lombardo - RB is angry about being monitored by coaches. Lombardo claims he is being singled out, and that coaches are looking for an excuse to get rid of him. Sources in the building say Lombardo has been vocal about what he sees as unfair persecution and have divided the locker room on the issue.

Week 11: QB Elmer Villarreal (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced Houston RoughRiders quarterback Elmer Villarreal has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The RoughRiders defeated the BCFC Bears, 19 to 13. Villarreal did his part, throwing 2 touchdowns, completing 37 of 60 passes for 373 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 25 to 2, and a passer rating of 107.6.

Week 11: DE Monroe Miller (TOR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Monroe Miller of the Toronto North has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Miller finished with 3 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 11

RoughRiders - 19, Bears - 13
North - 34, Reapers - 10
Pharaohs - 31, Vikings - 14
Totems - 17, Gamblers - 13

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
They will win again this week.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
Certainly, this offense will have a good game. They are 2nd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 27. They are 3rd in the league passing yards per game. They average 269.4! They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 5th in the league in pancakes. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 4th in the league rushing touchdowns with 11. They are 4th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 112.7! They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. They average 33.1! This should be some good football.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
They are well coached. I am sure head coach Walter Sturgis has them prepared for this game. He is a great offensive mind. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
Of course the RoughRiders win! With team players like Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB who make everyone around them better, how could they not?

Defense dominates in BCFC.

The Bears defensive line is victimizing their enemies so far this season with a total of 15 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 39 tackles in 10 games.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 11)

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

WILLIAMS ANDERSON, HEAD COACH, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 4-5-1.

Williams Anderson preaches flexibility on both offense and defense, focusing on what the situation demands. He loves football, and it shows that this is his dreamjob. His eagerness to discuss all aspects of the game is infectious in an organization.

Anderson is slightly better than Mallory at estimating player potential.
Anderson has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Mallory.
Anderson is better suited to lead a team than Mallory.


SHELDON MALLORY, HEAD COACH, WINDSOR GAMBLERS
The Gamblers currently sit at 2-7-0.

Sheldon Mallory preaches flexibility on both offense and defense, focusing on what the situation demands. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.

Mallory outperforms Anderson in scouting.
Mallory outperforms Anderson in player development.
Mallory seems a little bit smarter than Anderson.

Week 10: QB Mike Whitehead (SEA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Seattle Totems' Mike Whitehead threw 4 touchdowns, completing 27 of 45 passes for 343 yards in the Totems victory over the Memphis Pharaohs.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2079 amateur draft, season number 1 for Whitehead, has seen some impressive numbers including 22 touchdown passes this season.

Week 10: CB Troy Stuart (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Troy Stuart of the New Orleans Reapers has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Stuart finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 10

Bears - 34, Gamblers - 24
Totems - 33, Pharaohs - 27
Reapers - 34, North - 24

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at Seattle Totems

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Seattle Totems
Leadership. You cannot discount the difference it makes. I am thinking of a guy like Mark Abel - WR. He will lead the way and help them win.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
Surely, the Pharaohs win. Do not let anyone tell you otherwise.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
I think having a team players like Steven Hefner - C is the kind of thing that will help the Pharaohs win this game. It may come down to the wire though.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
I find it hard to bet against coach Albert Johnson. He always has them well prepared. He is has a really good understanding of what works offensively. He is running an explosive defense.

Logan a North legend

Reports out of Toronto tell us that Robert Logan - T is among the favorites in his generation for the future hall of fame. Clearly, after 9 seasons in the league, playing at his level, it is hard to dispute. Hall of fame or not, Logan is a legend, not only in Toronto, but nationally. The North have made no comment on the subject before, but seem fairly satisfied with the whole thing.

Week 9: QB Mike Whitehead (SEA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Seattle Totems' Mike Whitehead threw 4 touchdowns, completing 21 of 42 passes for 305 yards in the Totems victory over the Toronto North.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2079 amateur draft, season number 1 for Whitehead, has seen some impressive numbers including 18 touchdown passes this season.

Week 9: DE Scott Chen (TOR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Chen absolutely dominated in the Totems 34-24 game with the Toronto North. He finished with 4 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 9

Vikings - 24, Bears - 20
RoughRiders - 14, Reapers - 10
Pharaohs - 45, Gamblers - 7
Totems - 34, North - 24

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
They are well coached. I am sure head coach David Riggs has them prepared for this game. He is has a really good understanding of what works offensively. He is doing some clever things with his defense. Just win baby.

Mary Moore : New Orleans Reapers
With people like Daniel Bayer - LB and Rigoberto Hynes - C who understand the value of team play it is easy to see why the Reapers win this game. Believe me.

Jim Nox : New Orleans Reapers
Looking at how the teams match up, logic entails that Samuel Galindo - DE can drive quarterbacks crazy. Look for him to dominate. This may be one for the ages.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
This is a dominant offense. They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 25. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. They average 285.8! They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 4th in the league in pancakes. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 4th in the league rushing touchdowns with 11. They are 4th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 123.6! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 35.5!

Law unhappy after the Pharaohs close loss.

Eric Law was angry in his postgame interview after the Pharaohs' loss. 'I think we were the best team on the field. You know, the Bears can point to the result all they want, but they did not deserve to win this.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 9)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. Let us jump right in.

WILLIE CHERRY, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 3-4-1.

Willie Cherry runs his offense conservatively. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.
Willie Cherry runs a run first Power offense. He likes running from 3 WR sets. He prefers to use his fullbacks for blocking. In the passing game, he prefers medium passes, focusing on the line to gain. The passing game is predicated on spreading the ball around to multiple targets.

They are 8th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 4th in the league passing touchdowns with 13. They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 251.They are 8th in the league in sacks allowed.They are 2nd in the league in pancakes.They are 2nd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 8th in the league average yards per rush.They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 7.They are 7th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 84.9.They are 6th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 23.5.
Cherry exhibits way more flexibility than Gunther.
Cherry motivates his team a little better than Gunther.
Cherry makes his players hit the weight room more often than Gunther.


BILLY GUNTHER, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 3-4-1.

Billy Gunther runs his offense conservatively. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.
Billy Gunther runs a run first Vertical offense. He prefers to use his fullbacks for blocking. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Gunther. His offense relies on big wide receivers.

They are 2nd in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 13.
They are 3rd in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 272.4.
They are 6th in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 3rd in the league in pancakes.
They are 4th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 5th in the league average yards per rush.
They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 11.
They are 6th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 94.4.
They are 4th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 24.8.

Gunther outperforms Cherry in scouting.
Gunther is slightly more detail oriented than Cherry.
Gunther is better suited to lead a team than Cherry.
Gunther prepares better than Cherry.

Week 8: QB Mike Whitehead (SEA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced Seattle Totems quarterback Mike Whitehead has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The Vikings defeated the Seattle Totems, 41 to 27. Whitehead did his part, throwing 3 touchdowns, completing 25 of 52 passes for 356 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 14 to 6, and a passer rating of 101.8.

Week 8: SS Jimmy Chase (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

SS Chase's ball hawking ability was on display in the Reapers 30-3 game with the Windsor Gamblers. He finished with 7 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

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

Game Recaps for Week 8

Vikings - 41, Totems - 27
Reapers - 30, Gamblers - 3
Pharaohs - 45, North - 9
RoughRiders - 31, Bears - 0

Charles Troy - RB signs extension with the RoughRiders

The Houston RoughRiders front office has announced that they have signed Charles Troy - RB to a new contract. Troy will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $5,900,000

Reynaldo Rios - DT signs extension with the Reapers

The New Orleans Reapers front office has announced that they have signed Reynaldo Rios - DT to a new contract. Rios will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $14,550,000

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : BCFC Bears
Head coach Walter Sturgis does a great job getting them prepared every week. This week will be no different. He is a great offensive mind. He is one of the best defensive minds. When they win here, people will take notice.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
Team play. Playing as a unit. You cannot discount the difference it makes. I am thinking of a guy like Lamar Getz - RB. Playing as a team is what gets them the win.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
In this game, it seems obvious that we have to look at Rick Conover - LB. This guy has been a beast this season. That beast is going to eat up the offense this week as well. If they lose this one, I will never hear the end of it.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
The leadership on the Bears is great. You look at guys like Markus Askew - DE and what he does for a team. Leadership like that helps you win games.

Big boys shows the way in Seattle.

The big men from Totems are totally crushing opponents this year. They’ve given up only 16 sacks in 7 games while collecting 256 pancakes.

Woodruff targets coach Alex Johansen after Vikings loss.

Harsh words after the Vikings game from Joseph Woodruff. The Vikings WR pointed the fingers at the coaching staff, suggesting lackluster preparation was to blame for the loss. Joseph Woodruff - WR was clearly upset after the Vikings loss. 'We learned a lot. We learned a lot about our coaches. We realized that there is a reason we are losing. I am not sure what Alex Johansen saw in his preparation, but he has to do a better job at Head Coach', the WR said.

Libby stirring trouble

Reports out of Memphis suggest that coaches are growing weary of the behavior of Eric Libby - WR. He needs to sort himself out.

Week 7: QB Mike Whitehead (SEA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced Seattle Totems quarterback Mike Whitehead has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The Totems defeated the Windsor Gamblers, 31 to 17. Whitehead did his part, throwing 3 touchdowns, completing 24 of 33 passes for 412 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 11 to 4, and a passer rating of 109.8.

Week 7: LB Ernest Carrillo (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Ernest Carrillo of the Houston RoughRiders has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Carrillo finished with 12 Tck, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 7

Bears - 34, Vikings - 27
Pharaohs - 25, Reapers - 18
Totems - 31, Gamblers - 17
RoughRiders - 45, North - 20

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
Looking at the teams, most people agree that William Spillman - SS is the guy to watch, this man is pivotal to the Pharaohs defense. They greatly outscore them here.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
The Pharaohs are the real deal.

Jim Nox : New Orleans Reapers
They are on a win streak. They will continue that streak. They will win this game.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
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 Steven Hefner - C and Gary Grissom II - WR who are great at coordinating and making sure everyone is doing the right thing on the field. It may even be a blow out.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 7)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. I will spare you the meandering and cut to the chase.

JOHN BAKER, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, TORONTO NORTH
The North currently sit at 0-5-1.

John Baker likes to mix it up on offense, switching between aggressive and conservative styles. He is serious and unrelenting, asserts his authority and has little tolerance for distractions.
John Baker runs a run first West Coast offense. His offense features a dink and dunk approach, with short easy passes. He places a premium on recievers with sure hands.

They are 6th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 8th in the league passing touchdowns with 3. They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 233.3.They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed.They are 7th in the league in pancakes.They are 5th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 8th in the league average yards per rush.They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 6.They are 6th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 94.5.They are 8th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 14.3.
Baker outperforms Machado in scouting.
Baker is much more charismatic than Machado.
Baker exhibits way more flexibility than Machado.
Baker motivates his team a little better than Machado.
Baker makes his players hit the weight room more often than Machado.


FRANK MACHADO, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, BCFC BEARS
The Bears currently sit at 4-2-0.

Frank Machado likes to mix it up on offense, switching between aggressive and conservative styles. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organization.
Frank Machado runs a pass heavy West Coast 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 Machado.

They are 4th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 10.
They are 6th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 188.
They are 3rd in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 6th in the league in pancakes.
They are 6th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 5th in the league average yards per rush.
They are 2nd in the league rushing touchdowns with 9.
They are 2nd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 161.2.
They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 27.8.

Week 6: T Steven Wagner (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

In a rare honor for an offensive lineman... T Steven Wagner wins the leagues Offensive Player of the Week. The award comes after Wagner's 15 Pancakes performance against the Nova Scotia Vikings. Wagner from Nebraska was selected in round 1 of the 2069 draft.

Wagner "The offensive line doesn't always catch the fans' attention, I'm happiest with our group's effort upfront."

Week 6: LB Daniel Bayer (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Bayer absolutely dominated in the Reapers 30-14 game with the Nova Scotia Vikings. He finished with 5 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 6

Gamblers - 34, North - 27
Pharaohs - 28, RoughRiders - 23
Reapers - 30, Vikings - 14
Totems - 37, Bears - 14

Alan Sanders - DE signs extension with the Pharaohs

The Memphis Pharaohs front office has announced that they have signed Alan Sanders - DE to a new contract. Sanders will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $19,830,000

Elmer Villarreal - QB signs extension with the RoughRiders

The Houston RoughRiders front office has announced that they have signed Elmer Villarreal - QB to a new contract. Villarreal will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $23,400,000

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
The RoughRiders really gell on the field. They play as a unit and that gets them the win this week. You only need to look at guys like Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB to see the importance. Team players like that helps you win games.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
People tend to underestimate their defense. They are 4th in sacks with 12. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 9. They are 1st in pass defense. They only give up 192.6 per game. They are 1st in run defense. Giving up only 76 yards per game. They are 1st in interceptions with 10. They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Looking at the two rosters, it is likely that the offense will not be able to contain Herbert Emerson - SS. He will destroy them. This may be one for the ages.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
They field one of the most underestimated offenses. They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 15. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. They average 299! They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 3rd in the league in pancakes. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 8. They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 125.8! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 37! This game will be so very entertaining.

Defense dominates in BCFC.

The Bears front four is slashing opponents so far this season with a total of 7 sacks, 1 forced fumbles and 18 tackles in 5 games.

Week 5: QB Elmer Villarreal (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced Houston RoughRiders quarterback Elmer Villarreal has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The RoughRiders defeated the Windsor Gamblers, 54 to 0. Villarreal did his part, throwing 5 touchdowns, completing 22 of 35 passes for 339 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 14 to 1, and a passer rating of 113.2.

Week 5: LB Rick Conover (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Rick Conover of the BCFC Bears has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Conover finished with 12 Tck, 2 FF, 2 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 5

Vikings - 27, North - 27
Reapers - 33, Totems - 10
Bears - 27, Pharaohs - 26
RoughRiders - 54, Gamblers - 0

Fred Singer - SS signs extension with the Totems

The Seattle Totems front office has announced that they have signed Fred Singer - SS to a new contract. Singer will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $7,380,000

John Woodard - CB signs extension with the Pharaohs

The Memphis Pharaohs front office has announced that they have signed John Woodard - CB to a new contract. Woodard will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $12,220,000

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
Do not believe it if anyone tells you the Pharaohs are overhyped. They are who we thought they were. This may be one for the ages.

Mary Moore : BCFC Bears
Leadership. You cannot discount the difference it makes. I am thinking of a guy like Markus Askew - DE. He will lead the way and help them win. We will be talking about this game for a long time.

Jim Nox : BCFC Bears
They are on a win streak. They will continue that streak. They will win this game. The referees will have their work cut out for them. This will be very competitive and intense.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
They play great together. Having a guy like Lamar Getz - RB 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. I see a lot of points being scored in this game.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 5)

You know what time it is. It is time for your weekly coach comparison with Simon Sly. This week features two interesting specimens.

JAMES PILCHER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 0-3-1.

James Pilcher does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He adapts his demeanor to the situation, and does whatever he thinks it takes to get through to his players and co-workers.
James Pilcher runs a 4-3 defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. It features primarily zone coverage. The defensive line's primary role is rushing the passer. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 2nd in sacks with 13.
They are 5th in points allowed, averaging 25.
They are 8th in pass defense with 265.2 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 97.5 yards per game.
They are 7th in interceptions with 1.
They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 5th in forced fumbles.

Pilcher has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Riggs.
Pilcher seems a little bit smarter than Riggs.
Pilcher makes his players hit the weight room more often than Riggs.
Pilcher prepares better than Riggs.


WILLIAM RIGGS, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, WINDSOR GAMBLERS
The Gamblers currently sit at 1-2-0.

William Riggs wants to stay unpredictable on defense, favoring a balanced approach. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.
William Riggs runs a 3-3-5 Hybrid defense. The scheme depends on dominating in the trenches. It focuses on man coverage. Riggs aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 7th in sacks with 7.
They are 8th in points allowed, averaging 38.
They are 6th in pass defense with 248.7 yards given up per game.
They are 8th in run defense. Giving up 166.3 yards per game.
They are 6th in interceptions with 1.
They are 5th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 8th in forced fumbles.

Riggs is slightly more detail oriented than Pilcher.
Riggs is better suited to lead a team than Pilcher.

Week 4: QB Jonah Butler (NSV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Nova Scotia Vikings' Jonah Butler threw 1 touchdowns, completing 40 of 60 passes for 402 yards in the Totems victory over the Nova Scotia Vikings.

After being drafted in Round 4 of the 2075 amateur draft, season number 5 for Butler, has seen some impressive numbers including 4 touchdown passes this season.

Week 4: LB Rick Conover (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Rick Conover of the BCFC Bears has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Conover finished with 6 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int.

Game Recaps for Week 4

RoughRiders - 28, North - 12
Bears - 26, Reapers - 18
Pharaohs - 41, Gamblers - 10
Totems - 28, Vikings - 21

Game of the Week: Windsor Gamblers at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Windsor Gamblers
I just really like the way they coach in Windsor. Head coach Sheldon Mallory is doing great things. He is a great offensive mind. It may come down to the wire though.

Mary Moore : Windsor Gamblers
In this game, I see no way in which you can discount that Bruce West - LB can take over the game. Looking at the Gamblers defense, it is clear that when he shows up, it is always entertaining.

Jim Nox : Windsor Gamblers
For this game, the film shows that Douglas Belcher - QB can take over a game. The Gamblers offense is great when he shows up. Expect a great game.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
This week, the Pharaohs will will need to come together as a team to win. Players like Steven Hefner - C and Gary Grissom II - WR who have great team playing skills and understand what everyone needs to to will be pivotal for this.

Frank Lombardo - RB shines!

Frank Lombardo - RB is looking like a million bucks out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such astonishing football, he’s got a shot at an MVP caliber season.

Week 3: RB Charles Troy (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Troy's 11 att, 89 yds, 4 TD performance against the Windsor Gamblers. Troy from Brown was selected in round 2, 9 years ago.

Troy now has 194 Rushing Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 3: DE Michael Lennon (NSV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Lennon absolutely dominated in the Vikings 27-14 game with the New Orleans Reapers. He finished with 3 Tck, 2 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 3

Bears - 27, North - 7
Pharaohs - 31, Totems - 13
Vikings - 27, Reapers - 14
RoughRiders - 52, Gamblers - 6

Game of the Week: Windsor Gamblers at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
The RoughRiders really gell on the field. They play as a unit and that gets them the win this week. You only need to look at guys like Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB to see the importance. Team players like that helps you win games.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
You just have to look at their offense.

Jim Nox : Windsor Gamblers
Looking at the teams, it is likely that Roy Noe - DT will be a key player to watch. Not only is he a beast on the Gamblers defense, he is a walking highlight reel. Really this could go either way, but you will never get me to admit it.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
All aboard the RoughRiders hypetrain.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2080 Week 3)

Simon Sly is here to bring you another edition of Coach Showdown. I will spare you the meandering and cut to the chase.

JAMES PILCHER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 0-1-1.

James Pilcher does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He adapts his demeanor to the situation, and does whatever he thinks it takes to get through to his players and co-workers.
James Pilcher runs a 4-3 defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. It features primarily zone coverage. The defensive line's primary role is rushing the passer. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 3rd in sacks with 8.
They are 4th in points allowed, averaging 23.5.
They are 7th in pass defense with 289 yards given up per game.
They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up 105 yards per game.
They are 3rd in interceptions with 1.
They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 7th in forced fumbles.

Pilcher has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Becker.
Pilcher motivates his team a little better than Becker.
Pilcher makes his players hit the weight room more often than Becker.
Pilcher prepares better than Becker.


JUAN BECKER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, MEMPHIS PHARAOHS
The Pharaohs currently sit at 1-0-0.

Juan Becker favors an aggressive defense. He is serious and unrelenting, asserts his authority and has little tolerance for distractions.
Juan Becker runs a 3-3-5 defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. It features primarily zone coverage. 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 8th in sacks with 0.
They are 5th in points allowed, averaging 24.
They are 1st in pass defense with 168 yards given up per game.
They are 7th in run defense. Giving up 179 yards per game.
They are 8th in interceptions with 0.
They are 8th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 8th in forced fumbles.

Becker outperforms Pilcher in scouting.
Becker is slightly more detail oriented than Pilcher.
Becker exhibits way more flexibility than Pilcher.

Week 2: RB Lamar Getz (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Getz's 29 att, 153 yds, 3 TD performance against the Seattle Totems. Getz from Alabama was selected in round 1, 5 years ago.

Getz now has 277 Rushing Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 2: CB John Ruiz (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Ruiz's ball hawking ability was on display in the Bears 49-20 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 6 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

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

Game Recaps for Week 2

Vikings - 38, North - 13
RoughRiders - 24, Reapers - 24
Bears - 49, Totems - 20

Douglas Hinds - RB signs extension with the Pharaohs

The Memphis Pharaohs front office has announced that they have signed Douglas Hinds - RB to a new contract. Hinds will stay with the team on a deal of 4 years, $18,360,000

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
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 Daniel Bayer - LB and Rigoberto Hynes - C who are great at coordinating and making sure everyone is doing the right thing on the field. A tough choice. I think it will be a close game.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
This is a high powered offense.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
I may be biased here, but I think the RoughRiders are obviously the better team. There are so many factors to consider when making predictions. This one was easy though.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
They will increase their winstreak to two this week. The referees will have their work cut out for them. This will be very competitive and intense.

Week 1: RB Lamar Getz (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Getz's 23 att, 124 yds, 2 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Getz from Alabama was selected in round 1, 5 years ago.

Getz now has 124 Rushing Yards and 2 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 1: LB Bruce West (WIN) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Bruce West of the Windsor Gamblers has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. West finished with 7 Tck, 2 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 1

Gamblers - 23, Reapers - 21
RoughRiders - 27, Vikings - 3
Pharaohs - 31, Bears - 24
Totems - 31, North - 0

Investigation clears Thomas Teal - RB!

The prosecutor has announced that Thomas Teal been cleared of any suspicion.

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: Nova Scotia Vikings with 11 votes (Runner up: Windsor Gamblers with 5 votes)

American Conference US: Houston RoughRiders with 12 votes (Runner up: Memphis Pharaohs with 8 votes)

Game of the Week: Nova Scotia Vikings at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
Their losing streak is misleading. They will win this week.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
The amount leadership on the RoughRiders will really help them this week. You only need to look at guys like Gregory Morgan - WR and Walter Saldivar - RB to see the importance. Leadership like that helps you win games.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Head coach David Riggs puts them over the top in this game. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
For this match up, it is likely that the defense will need to contain Charles Troy - RB. But they will fail, and he will destroy them.

Who is the best CB? Totems' Boris Carter or Vikings' Devin Burrell?

Totems CB Boris Carter compared himself to Devin Burrell of the Vikings in a postgame interview. 'haha, and then these clowns on the internet think Devin Burrell is even comparable to me. You pick and drill, and I would gladly show how wrong they are' said the Totems CB. He added: 'Sure, I do not want to be mean, Devin Burrell is a decent CB, but seriously just look at the tape'.

Training camp recaps

With training camps overwith, it is worth briefly looking at who did well and who did not so well.

The following players did excellently, and have turned heads during their various camps:
Windsor Gamblers: WR Jose Cormier - WR


The following players had a terrible camp:
BCFC Bears: DE Ronald Mendenhall - DE

Post Free Agency Retirements

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

P Mark Bradley (N/A) has retired!

P Mark Bradley (70 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

TE Arthur Stamps (N/A) has retired!

TE Arthur Stamps (56 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

CB Robert Rossi (N/A) has retired!

CB Robert Rossi (54 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

CB Dewayne Mahan (N/A) has retired!

CB Dewayne Mahan (86 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

WR Stanley Plummer (N/A) has retired!

WR Stanley Plummer (55 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

Free Agency Round 10: Round Up

2 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Doug Casas. The TE out of Florida State signed a contract of Houston RoughRiders with 1 year, $300,000.

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 Memphis Pharaohs who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $350,000.

Free Agency Round 9: Round Up

6 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jesus Caruso. The RB out of E. Kentucky signed a contract of Toronto North with 1 year, $4,810,000.

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

Windsor Gamblers was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $4,810,000.

RB Darrell Worthy (MEM) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Darrell Worthy, one of the league's top RBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 1 year contract worth $4,810,000 to play for the Memphis Pharaohs.

RB Jesus Caruso (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, RB Jesus Caruso 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 Caruso's agent called to tell him that the North head coach was in town. Soon, Caruso was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Caruso is being fitted for a North uniform.

One of the league's top RBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $4,810,000.

"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," Caruso said.

Free Agency Round 8: Round Up

7 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Scott Chen. The DE out of Penn State signed a contract of Toronto North with 2 years, $10,728,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 6 signings.

Windsor Gamblers was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $7,794,000.

Free Agency Round 7: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Gregory Morgan. The WR out of LSU signed a contract of Houston RoughRiders with 1 year, $6,800,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

BCFC Bears 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 $6,800,000.

T Steven Wagner (NO) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, T Steven Wagner was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New Orleans Reapers were about acquiring him.

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

Now, Wagner is being fitted for a Reapers uniform.

One of the league's top Ts and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $6,555,000.

"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 Reapers," Wagner said.

Free Agency Round 6: Round Up

11 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Matthew Meyers. The CB out of Vanderbilt signed a contract of Houston RoughRiders with 1 year, $5,000,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 6 signings.

BCFC Bears was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $11,032,500.

FB Jonathan Schmidt (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Jonathan Schmidt, one of the league's top FBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $840,000 to play for the Toronto North.

DE Monroe Miller (TOR) goes #1 overall!

NEW YORK -- The Toronto North drafted Monroe Miller #1 overall in the 2080 draft. The 6' 3" DE fits the team's needs perfectly. Said North 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," Miller said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."

Moore and Nox Mock Draft

Pick 1: Toronto North
Larry Moore: Paul Moore - QB
He does not get fooled by coverages often. Trusts his own accuracy, and is rarely disappointed. With this kid, this is a need pick they will not regret.

Jim Nox: Monroe Miller - DE
A leader on the field and in the locker room. 'Team player', this is the correct term for him. He makes everyone around him better. Coaches like his strength. I do too. It will benefit him greatly on the field. Great first step. Defensive Ends with this speed tend to go high. The obvious reason is that teams love to get this kind of immediate pressure off the edge. He fills a need for them. They will be happy to get him.

Pick 2: Windsor Gamblers
Larry Moore: Rodolfo Heim - LB
He is driven by the love of the sport. Really strong for a Linebacker. This is something that teams love. He is going to get so many sacks, just from his speed alone. Elite speed coming of the edge is what you are paying for with this young man. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.

Jim Nox: Rodolfo Heim - LB
This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Amazing strength for the position. Makes him versatile, and tells of his high ceiling. Amazing speed for the position. Defensive coordinators dream about having this speed coming of the edge. 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.

Pick 3: Seattle Totems
Larry Moore: Anthony Daniel - G
Here you have a kid who puts in the work to succeed. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. Do not underestimate the strength this kid brings to the table. Has nice technique when blocking on run plays. Keeps his leverage and finishes his blocks. 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.

Jim Nox: Anthony Daniel - G
Known for showing up early and staying late. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. His strength is already good, and he has not even started his professional career. Scouts love his understanding for opening running lanes in the running game. 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: New Orleans Reapers
Larry Moore: Joey Tuttle - T
This kid puts in the work. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. Was among the stronger offensive linemen in college. He was one of the smarter kids in college. Plug a hole in the roster with a great player. That is really what they need to do. This pick does it.

Jim Nox: Joey Tuttle - T
Known for showing up early and staying late. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. His strength is already good, and he has not even started his professional career. Reliably makes the right decision on the field. Blue-chip player. Exactly what they look for. Add a young talent to a roster thin at the position, a great fit.

Pick 5: BCFC Bears
Larry Moore: Hank Morgan - G
He is driven by the love of the sport. Run blocking is very different when facing college kids than the full-grown men in the pros. This kid has the skills to do the latter. 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: Hank Morgan - G
His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. In the run game he blocks well, shows tenacity and opens lanes. This will benefit the team. Rock solid player is just what they need. A great fit here, both in terms of need and quality.

Pick 6: Houston RoughRiders
Larry Moore: Raymond Thurman - CB
Raised to know the value of hard work. When the available talent fits what you need, there is reason to celebrate. They are getting a great talent who will serve them for many years.

Jim Nox: Raymond Thurman - CB
This guy understands what it means to be a pro. They need players at the position, and good ones at that. He fits the bill, he is worth the pick. End of story.

Pick 7: Nova Scotia Vikings
Larry Moore: Matthew Arnett - LB
Deceptively fast, will make you dizzy with his speed rush. Scouts highlight the intelligent decisions he makes on the field. Once this kid gets in the building, they will be set at this position for years.

Jim Nox: Matthew Arnett - LB
Has the speed to keep contain, and even chase down run plays going the opposite direction. Hard not to love. Reacts with good instincts. He addresses a need for them.

Pick 8: Memphis Pharaohs
Larry Moore: Michael Lozano - G
The kind of leadership he shows makes coaches salivate. Known among his teammates as a hard worker. This kid breeds synergy, teams play better when he is on the field. This is a guy who is already a pretty good blocker in the run game. 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. A player that fits their needs. The promise of a future star. This will be great for the franchise.

Jim Nox: Michael Lozano - G
Every team values leadership, someone to lead by example, this is the guy. The guy has his head on straight. Raised to know the value of teamwork. If you go to his tape, you will se he run blocks very well. Good pass blockers are hard to find right out of college, and this guy is pretty good. Fill the need with a quality player. Best case scenario here.

Pick 9: Toronto North
Larry Moore: Monroe Miller - DE
A leader on the field and in the locker room. He plays well with others. He understands there is a reason for each assignment on every play. Coaches like his strength. I do too. It will benefit him greatly on the field. He closes so fast. Offensive tackles will learn that the hard way. Plug a hole in the roster with a great player. That is really what they need to do. This pick does it.

Jim Nox: Rolando Craven - C
This is a player who takes the lead. 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.

Pick 10: Windsor Gamblers
Larry Moore: Philip Drew - LB
Solid technique on tackles. Amazing speed for the position. Defensive coordinators dream about having this speed coming of the edge. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.

Jim Nox: Philip Drew - LB
Wraps up well on tackles. Mightily fast on his first step. Could become a true sack machine. 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.

Free Agency Round 5: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Robert Logan. The T out of Texas signed a contract of Toronto North with 2 years, $16,254,000.

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

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $14,767,000.

T Robert Logan (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Robert Logan, one of the league's top Ts and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $8,127,000 to play for the Toronto North.

Free Agency Round 4: Round Up

8 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was James Foley. The SS out of Texas A&M signed a contract of Toronto North with 2 years, $8,829,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 6 signings.

Toronto North was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $15,152,000.

SS James Foley (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- James Foley, one of the league's top SSs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $4,414,500 to play for the Toronto North.

Free Agency Round 3: Round Up

3 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Shawn Jamison. The LB out of Tennessee signed a contract of Seattle Totems with 1 year, $2,500,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.

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

The biggest spender was Seattle Totems who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $2,500,000.

FB Phillip Dodge (BCFC) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Phillip Dodge, 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 2: Round Up

4 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Rod Rodriquez. The QB out of Central Michigan signed a contract of BCFC Bears with 3 years, $31,560,000.

Canadian Conference Canada was the most active division with a total of 2 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 $10,520,000.

Free Agency Round 1: Round Up

7 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Danny Johnson. The DT out of South Carolina signed a contract of New Orleans Reapers with 2 years, $10,800,000.

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 Memphis Pharaohs who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $5,880,000.

DT Danny Johnson (NO) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, DT Danny Johnson was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New Orleans Reapers were about acquiring him.

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

Now, Johnson is being fitted for a Reapers uniform.

One of the league's top DTs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $5,400,000.

"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 Reapers," Johnson said.

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
Nova Scotia Vikings: LB DT
Windsor Gamblers: WR CB LB DT
Toronto North: QB T C TE CB LB DT DE
New Orleans Reapers: T WR CB
Houston RoughRiders: CB DT
Memphis Pharaohs: G T LB
Seattle Totems: G C WR CB LB FS

Alan Barnard staying with Houston RoughRiders

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry Alan Barnard away from RoughRiders to fill the position as their new DB Coach. However, Barnard publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with RoughRiders as their DB Coach for the coming season.

James William staying with Houston RoughRiders

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry James William away from RoughRiders to fill the position as their new LB Coach. However, William publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with RoughRiders as their LB Coach for the coming season.

George Richardson staying with New Orleans Reapers

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry George Richardson away from Reapers to fill the position as their new DL Coach. However, Richardson publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Reapers as their DL Coach for the coming season.

Duane Richard staying with Houston RoughRiders

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry Duane Richard away from RoughRiders to fill the position as their new OL Coach. However, Richard publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with RoughRiders as their OL Coach for the coming season.

Geraldo Reed staying with Seattle Totems

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry Geraldo Reed away from Totems to fill the position as their new Special Teams Coach. However, Reed publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Totems as their Special Teams Coach for the coming season.

Windsor Gamblers hire Richard Trimble away from the Memphis Pharaohs

The Gamblers have announced that they have signed Richard Trimble as their new RB and Receivers Coach. Trimble was previously working for Pharaohs as RB and Receivers Coach. He will get a 1 year contract worth 1.5 million per year with the Gamblers.

Jorge Sturm staying with Seattle Totems

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry Jorge Sturm away from Totems to fill the position as their new QB Coach. However, Sturm publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Totems as their QB Coach for the coming season.

Windsor Gamblers hire Edmond Williams away from the New Orleans Reapers

The Gamblers have announced that they have signed Edmond Williams as their new Head Scout. Williams was previously working for Reapers as Head Scout. He will get a 2 year contract worth 2 million per year with the Gamblers.

Timothy Withers staying with New Orleans Reapers

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry Timothy Withers away from Reapers to fill the position as their new Head Trainer. However, Withers publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Reapers as their Head Trainer for the coming season.

James Pilcher staying with New Orleans Reapers

The Windsor Gamblers tried to pry James Pilcher away from Reapers to fill the position as their new Defensive Coordinator. However, Pilcher publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Reapers as their Defensive Coordinator for the coming season.

Toronto North hires new staff member

The Toronto North have hired Deangelo Applegate to fill their coaching ranks.

Toronto North hires new staff member

The Toronto North have hired Joseph Ross to fill their coaching ranks.

Draft Order: Toronto North own first overall.

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

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:
James Pilcher - Defensive Coordinator - New Orleans Reapers
Michael Roman - Offensive Coordinator - Houston RoughRiders
Robert Nathan - Defensive Coordinator - Nova Scotia Vikings
Billy Gunther - Offensive Coordinator - Nova Scotia Vikings
Ronald Matheson - Defensive Coordinator - Toronto North
Jose Brooks - Defensive Coordinator - Seattle Totems
Benjamin Holden - Defensive Coordinator - Houston RoughRiders
Michael Payton - Offensive Coordinator - Memphis Pharaohs
Eric Randolph - Defensive Coordinator - BCFC Bears
Juan Becker - Defensive Coordinator - Memphis Pharaohs

To Damien Sheehan - RB, the past is the past.

Damien Sheehan is a great story, having worked his way out of a troubled youth. To many, Sheehan is becoming a posterboy for the league's ability to help talented young men rehabilitate themselves through sports.

To Lyle Edmondson - G, the past is the past.

Lyle Edmondson is a great story, having worked his way out of a troubled youth. To many, Edmondson is becoming a posterboy for the league's ability to help talented young men rehabilitate themselves through sports.

Thomas Teal - RB under criminal investigation!

It looks like the off field troubles of Thomas Teal have finally caught up with him. Local news reports that a criminal investigation has been launched looking into previous criminal misconduct of Teal. The league has reiterated that standard policy is to await results from the criminal investigation before deciding on any punishment.

The North have yet to comment on the situation.

Active Player Retirements

BCFC Bears:
SS Robert Maldonado (9 seasons) 234 Tck, 3 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR
G Ryan Avila (12 seasons) 139 Pancakes
LB Brandon Monaco (13 seasons) 1038 Tck, 79 Sck, 5 Int, 2 Def TD, 16 FF, 9 FR

Toronto North:
DT Stephen Conley (9 seasons) 45 Tck, 3 Sck

Memphis Pharaohs:
LB Shannon Jackson (8 seasons) 532 Tck, 21 Sck, 6 Int, 7 FF, 4 FR

Seattle Totems:
LB Gale Holland (14 seasons) 708 Tck, 22 Sck, 9 Int, 1 Def TD, 5 FF, 1 FR
G Walter Guerra (10 seasons) 241 Pancakes
P David Whiteside (18 seasons) 65470 yards, 581 inside 20

Notable free agent retirements

QB:
Shane Strain (12 seasons pro) 2965/4801, 40442 yds, 299 TD
Melvin Potts (10 seasons pro) 1469/2414, 15071 yds, 126 TD
Emmett Hernandez (7 seasons pro) 41/76, 524 yds, 3 TD

RB:
Walter Sparks (11 seasons pro) 1207 att, 6466 yds, 48 TD, 88 rec, 823 yds, 4 TD
Bret Smith (9 seasons pro) 148 att, 539 yds, 2 TD

G:
Mark Carlton (13 seasons pro) 309 Pancakes

T:
Rafael Molina (13 seasons pro) 704 Pancakes
Harry Linville (10 seasons pro) 238 Pancakes
Kenton Arias (13 seasons pro) 130 Pancakes
Richard Connolly (13 seasons pro) 38 Pancakes
Theodore Johnston (7 seasons pro) 24 Pancakes

TE:
Scott Kozak (9 seasons pro) 177 rec, 1505 yds, 8 TD
Robert Jackson (9 seasons pro) 159 rec, 1499 yds, 10 TD

CB:
John Doll (11 seasons pro) 757 Tck, 5 Sck, 15 Int, 5 Def TD, 22 FF, 10 FR
Dennis Gaines (14 seasons pro) 491 Tck, 6 Sck, 16 Int, 2 Def TD, 11 FF, 7 FR
William Barker (12 seasons pro) 306 Tck, 3 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 6 FF, 2 FR
Joe Guidry (14 seasons pro) 297 Tck, 2 Sck, 7 Int, 2 Def TD, 5 FF, 5 FR
Christopher Bryan (8 seasons pro) 131 Tck, 7 Int, 2 FF, 2 FR

DT:
Blaine Farris (14 seasons pro) 34 Tck, 4 Sck

DE:
William Rawlins (11 seasons pro) 66 Tck, 22 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR
Michal Stapleton (11 seasons pro) 157 Tck, 79 Sck, 1 Def TD, 1 Sfty, 14 FF, 7 FR
Frankie Lentz (11 seasons pro) 21 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FF
Harold Somers (10 seasons pro) 13 Tck, 4 Sck
Steve Davis (11 seasons pro) 53 Tck, 12 Sck, 1 Sfty, 5 FF, 4 FR

SS:
Robin Valenti (13 seasons pro) 694 Tck, 16 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 13 FF, 4 FR
Dennis Sands (16 seasons pro) 687 Tck, 21 Sck, 8 Int, 1 Def TD, 9 FF, 7 FR

K:
David Carr (7 seasons pro) 78/96 FG
Barrett Sanchez (10 seasons pro) 106/145 FG

P:
Sammy Lear (9 seasons pro) 19005 yards, 143 inside 20

Other retirements

RB Larry Troy (68 ovr)
RB Hubert Marsh (68 ovr)
RB Jonathan King (67 ovr)
RB Patrick Bottoms (66 ovr)
RB Raymond Bennett (61 ovr)
RB Thomas Dyson (55 ovr)
FB Jack Steinberg (54 ovr)
FB Nathan Huggins (54 ovr)
G Darrell Randall (67 ovr)
G Robert Hutcheson (61 ovr)
G Lester Langdon (50 ovr)
G Richard Moreno (49 ovr)
T Richard Hammond (64 ovr)
T Jeffrey Thompson (60 ovr)
T Joel Pickett (54 ovr)
T Delbert Elmore (45 ovr)
C Jimmy Wells (60 ovr)
C Allan Akins (60 ovr)
C James Mason (54 ovr)
C William Booker (54 ovr)
C Charles Noe (52 ovr)
TE Newton Yang (58 ovr)
WR Jeremy Herrmann (61 ovr)
WR Chester Cruz (58 ovr)
WR Patrick Bryant (56 ovr)
WR Shane Sharpe (55 ovr)
WR Randy Hargrove (50 ovr)
CB Jose Leak (52 ovr)
CB Scott Forrester (43 ovr)
LB Kenneth Laplante (64 ovr)
LB Billy Buckingham (55 ovr)
LB Jay Campbell (52 ovr)
LB Horace Folsom (47 ovr)
DT Michael Lindsey (48 ovr)
DT Marc Rodrigues (45 ovr)
DT Pablo Ely (43 ovr)
DE Chris Saunders (48 ovr)
DE Anthony Lopez (42 ovr)
FS Raymond Gregory (53 ovr)
SS Daniel Gannon (63 ovr)
SS Thomas Smith (55 ovr)
SS Harold Herrington (52 ovr)
SS Rigoberto Pinto (49 ovr)
P Leroy Lovell (61 ovr)
P Robert Cabral (57 ovr)
P George Hernandez (46 ovr)