Blackjack Rule looms in background

Before the start of the 2011 season the eSFL commissioner and several team owners decided to impliment a new rule to determine playoff teams in each division. The rule, known as the "Blackjack" rule, simply states, "The 3rd wildcard team in each division must have a winning record or the wildcard spot will be based on MOST POINTS FIELDED between ALL non playoff qualifers in the division. This playoff team will be called the BLACKJACK and records do not matter. If there is a tie between teams using the points fielded it will be broken based on record, division record, non-division record, Head to head, what if`s, or a coin toss in that order.".
As we move into the final stages of the season it appears to be a high probability that this rule will come into play in the Appalachian Division with a slight chance in the Global. I am not predicting any outcome here, nor am I rooting for or against any team in this piece, I am simply outlining the probability of such.
In the Appalachian as it currently stands the Pulverizers look to be a lock at 8-1. That leaves the three wildcard spots up for grabs. If this week's (week 8) games turn out with the Texan Bruisers losing (6-3), Kavanators winning (6-3), Whitmore losing (4-5), Igama winning (4-5), Fields (2-7) and Viall winning (1-8), than the final playoff spot would be the Blackjack rule. Igama, Whitmore, Fields, and Viall all would be in the hunt. Currently Igama would take that spot, but the points fielded are all very close at this time. The Fanatix are very much alive and a serious threat to take the final spot if the Blackjack rule comes into play.
In the Global it is less likely to be a factor, but there is still the chance. The Frost team will probably not be a factor based on their low point output up to this point, but they could make a run here. Wins and losses for all teams in the middle or bottom half of both Divisions are not as important as total points fielded at this point.
The question is, does the league really want a team that finishes 3-10 in the playoffs, and an even bigger question is, does the league really want a team that is 3-10 to WIN A BALLISTIC Bowl? From my standpoint, the answer is YES. In my opinion, fantasy football is about how many points your team scores. Teams have no control on reducing their opponents points fielded in a week as a real sports team does. If a team scores a lot of points but falls into a bad luck deal most every week where their opponent scores 180 points and they get a loss, I believe that team still should have some opportunity to make the playoffs. My original idea of the Blackjack rule was to be the fourth playoff team from each division would be the non qualifying team in the division with the most points. After a meeting between respected team owners that was modified to it's current state, the fourth playoff team must have a winning record or all teams are then based on points fielded.
This rule, I believe, will really impact the league this season and every season to come. Not only does it leave an opprtunity for a team that may have struggled early, but it will add a lot of excitement going into the final three weeks of the season. Imagine the Viall Vigillante in the playoffs this year with a 3-10 record...or the Fanatix, marked as dead by almost everyone after week 8, in and then winning their first Ballistic Bowl!
It looks to be a great final drive to the seasons end!

 

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Whitmore Workhorse (4-4) vs Perdew Pulverizers (7-1)

This game is one sided but yet a big one for the pony’s. In a must win Game for Whitmore to remain at or above .500 things don’t look good in week 8. QB Philip Rivers has looked all but good this season having thrown more interceptions than touchdowns, the team must rely on its only offensive production in MJD and Darren Sproles. In recent games this has been enough for the Workhorse to win and the matchups for Whitmore are good this week, unfortunately he plays a tougher RB duo this week in LeSean Mccoy and Fred Jackson. Averaging 60+ points a game this duo should be the only thing the Pulverizers need to win this week. Combined with QB Mike Vick and star WR Stevie Johnson, its just too much for the pony’s and they will get Saddled and Rode to bed.

Workhorse 99 – Pulverisers 155

Rhodes Runners (5-3) vs Frost’s Furrious Flurries(1-7)

The Runners look to have the edge in this one with stud RB Frank Gore and “Megatron” Calvin Johnson.  These two just might put up enough by themselves to take the victory.  Frost has yet to post a lineup as this article is written, but he probably doesn’t have a chance to win anyway.  Since trading away Andre Johnson to the Kavanators, Frosty is left with a less than stellar WR core consisting of Ochostinko, Frenchy and Lance Moore.  Turner and Gonzo are the only real bright spots left and they are on bye weeks.  Look for a blowout here regardless who Frost hires in to fill an active roster.

Runners  157  -  Flurries  89

Temp’s Texas Boys(6-2) vs McKinney Rednecks(4-4)

Temp will roll with a few unknowns during bye weeks with Jackie Battle as the number two RB and Damien Williams at wideout in place of Greg Jennings.  This will drop his offensive numbers down a bit.  McKinney has not set a lineup as this article is written, but this team is currently on a three game losing streak.  Bye weeks, with the lack of depth, have hurt the Rednecks and might end up costing a playoff spot if this trend continues.  Colt McCoy and Antonio Gates will be solid, but the loss of Roddy White this week will bury the Rednecks.  Four game losing streak, and playoffs in jeopardy, will McKinney make a move with the trade deadline lurking.  Only time will tell. 

Texas Boys  142  -  Rednecks  102

D Crownholders(5-3) vs Pardue Bruisermakers(5-3)

This will be a fight for a potential playoff spot in a few weeks and the winner of this one, might knock the other out as season’s end.  D Crown will be without MVP Aaron Rodgers and stud RB Darren McFadden.  Curtis Painter, Keiland Williams, and Lance Ball??? WTF???  Pardue will be starting Romo and his usual gang, and have the upper hand in this matchup.  DCrown will need 60 out of his defense if he plans to compete in this one.  Too much Brandon Marshall, Miles Austin, and Jimmy Graham in this one. 

Crownholders  109  -  Bruisermakers 134

Fields Fanatix (2-6) vs Igama Sweaty Palms (3-5)

In an Appalachian showdown between two teams that are on the verge of absolute season failure meet in week 8. Igama Sweaty Palms are on life support and one more loss by the Fanatix and any small hope of a playoff run and hall of fame nomination is gone. Thankfully for the Fanatix Tom Brady will be reinstated in the lineup after a week 7 bye week along with the teams only star RB, Ahmad Bradshaw.  Look for Fred Davis to be huge this week for the Fanatix where his parent team faces a weak Buffalo Bills line backing core.  Igama Sweaty Palms are in big trouble. Forced to start QB Matt Moore and RB Willis McGahee who will be very limited on carries with a broken forearm.  The teams only production looks like it will come from WR Dwayne Bowe and RB Arian Foster, unfortunately it won’t be enough this week as the Fanatix will prevail and still remain somewhat alive in the Appalachian.

Fanataix  137  -  Sweaty Palms  122

Texan Bruisers (6-2)  vs Vial Vigilantes (0-8)

In a top versus bottom game Vial Vigilantes have all but admitted defeat on the 2011 ESFL season. Trading away the teams only hope for success, RB Chris Johnson and WR Jordy Nelson for 2 scrubs and a 2012 2^nd round pick shows Vial has given up all hopes for a 2011 Ballistic Bowl appearance as well as a 2011 Gunner cup.  Vial may get some help from QB Ben Rapesherburger, who has stepped up his game and Steven Jackson who if remains healthy can post 20+ points.  Texan Bruisers are not worried, with QB Matt Schaub possibly getting Andre Johnson back this week and RB Ray Rice in the back field this is probably all the Bruisers need to win this week.  Unfortunately for Vial, the Bruisers also have WR’s Larry Fitz and Dez Bryant.  This should be an easy game for the Bruisers who will remain one game back from the top in a blow out.

Bruisers 177 – Vial 103 

GAME OF THE WEEK

Kav’s Kavanators(5-3) vs Zima Ruskies(3-5)

As playoffs are lurking, this non division game is a must win for Zima to keep pace with the cream at the top of the Global Division.  The Kavanators would like to steal another victory from the Global, but should still be in the hunt for the playoffs even with a loss.  Kav made a somewhat questionable trade by ditching the starting QB Flacco for John Beck.  Andre Johnson was the incentive on the deal, but he could be in trouble when he faces the powers in the Appalachian.  His WR trio is as deadly as they come with newly acquired Johnson, Nicks, and always reliable Welker.  The Ruskies could be playing games with the ‘nators by inserting Eli in the lineup over Brees.  Newly acquisitions for Zima have improved his team and he could be a force in the Global from here on out.  CJ2K joins the squad this week along with Colston, and a few other young talents at wideout.  This matchup should be the game of the week.  Zima will pull the upset and remain in the playoff race.

Kavanators  144  -  Ruskies  151



Written by eSFL Correspondent, Josh Perdew, owner of the Perdew Pulverizers.
Special Thanks to Ron Kavanaugh for assisting with this week's article.

Week 7 Recaps-2011

Texas Boy's Hold Off Runners
Adrian Peterson (27.9), Greg Jennings (27.7) and Mike Wallace (20.8) all scored over 20 points and the Temp's Texas Boy's (6-2) held off a late charge from the Rhodes Runners (5-3) to move into sole possession of first place in the Global Division. The Runners were led by wide receiver Calvin Johnson (22.5) and defensive stud Jared Allen (18.5) but were unable to muster enough of a running game to compete.



Ruskies pound brothers Crownholder
The Zima Ruskies (3-5) pulled off a big trade to begin the week but was dissapointed to witness his newly acquired players (Chris Johnson and Jordy Nelson) score a combined 20.7 points. His excite-o-meter pegged on Sunday evening however, as his star quarterback Drew Brees (53) and wide receiver M. Colston (28.8) single handedly sent the D Crownholder (5-3) team to their third loss of the season.
The Crownholders were led by Aaron Rodgers' 38.2.

Frost loses at Home to Pardue in front of crowd of three
The Frost Furrious Flurries (1-7) figured week 7 in the eSFL would be a good time to show their fans why they believe the season is not a lost one and a Gunner Cup title is in their plans. Unfortunately for them only three people came to the game and they performed exactly as they had their previous seven.114 points and a never in the game display type of performance with the lone bright spot being their team defense with 42 points.
The Pardue Bruisermakers (5-3) matched the Flurries on defense and added some, scoring 50 plus points and also getting double digit scoring from five other players to move back into contention for the fourth and final Global division playoff spot.

Texan Bruisers win fourth straight
The Texan Bruisers (6-2) moved within one game of first place in the Appalachian division with their fourth straight win over the McKinney Rednecks (4-4) and move the Appalachian inter division play record to 3-5 on the season.
The Bruisers' DeMarco Murray (34.8) and Matt Schaub (29.44) proved to be the difference in this contest as the Rednecks' leading scorer was only able to post 16.6 points in defeat. McKinney has lost three straight and falls one game out of the final playoff spot in the Global.

Igama beats Whitmore to move back in contention
The Sweaty Palms (3-5) of Igama won a contest deemed a "must win" over division foe Whitmore Workhorse (4-4) and moved withing one game of them in the race for fourth place and the final playoff spot in the Appalachian.
Igama's first round selection (second overall) in the 2011 eSFL draft (A. Foster) finally provided some much needed punch with 50.9 points. In addition to Foster's heroic effort, the play of defensive back D. Revis (14.5) and LB T. Suggs (11.5) was enough to ensure the Workhorse would lose their second straight game.
Whitmore's D. Sproles posted 30.9 but it was more than nine other players combined on his roster.

Perdew holds on to less than exciting win
The Perdew Pulverizers entered this weeks contest as the Juggernaut of the Appalachian and expected to remain that way as the less than powerful Fields Fanatix hosted what was deemed by the local media as the game of the year. The contest didn't own up to it's hype as both teams failed to reach the 100 point mark, the Mendoza line of the eSFL.
Perdew moved to 7-1 and remained one game ahead of the Bruisers for first in the Appalachian. The Fanatix fell to 2-6 and the only thing keeping them from the cellar in the Appalachian is a thing called Viall. This game wasn't worth the electricity used to display the score on my computer.

Kavanators escape embarrassment with win over Vigilante
The Kav's Kavanators (5-3) escaped an embarrassing loss against the downtrodden Viall Vigilante (0-8) and hold on to third place in the Appalachian. The lone bright spot for the Kavanators was wide receiver Antonio Brown (18.4) while the Vigillante received a nice game from Ben Roethlisberger (39.84) and Pierre Thomas(18.5). The Vigilante lost this game thanks to a pathetic defense that scored only 20.5 poins, 15 of which came from one player.

Zima trades 2012 2nd Rd draft pick

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The Viall Vigilante traded Pro Bowl running back Chris Johnson and wide receiver Jordy Nelson to the to the Zima Ruskies on Saturday.
The Ruskies gave up a second-round pick in the 2012 eSFL draft, wideout Brandon LaFell, and Running back Dexter McCluster.
In an interview with eSFL's "Insider" on Saturday evening, coach Zima said he was "extremely happy" with the trade. Zima said a "jolt of confidence" could be all that it takes to turn their struggling team around.
Although the Vigilante, winless on the season, have struggled offensively, the trade was more a look at the future rather than improving that area in 2011. Viall is on an eight game losing streak and have lost 14 of 15 over the past two seasons.

Information from eSFL Radio senior eSFL analyst Terry Rhodes, Vigilante Daily Joel Viall and The Ruskie Press was used in this report.

Week 7 eSFL Insider-2011-UPDATED

Here we go, week 7 and game 8. This week will be make or break for a few ESFL teams. And we have several teams wearing alternate uniforms and helmets, some never seen before. The teams wearing their special get ups are represented by a helmet rather than their mark.

 In the Appalachian division the Fanatix and the Sweaty Palms need wins this week to stay in contention for a play off birth.

The Ruskies desperatly need a win to have a chance in the ultra competative and high scoring Global division.

The Flurries and Vigilantes are pretty much out of the race but could play spoiler to anyone on the bubble for a playoff spot.

Also this week the Kavanators traded away Flacco, Gonzales, and Massaquoi to the the Flurries. In return the Kavanators got Beck, Johnson, and Winslow. This should improve the Kavanators WR core but to get rid of the reigning ESFL champion QB is questionable. If the Kavanators can't pick up a QB he will be going down in flames the last half of this season and will miss the playoffs.

And now to games....

Workhorse vs Sweaty Palms

Whos out?

Workhorse- George-DB

Sweaty Palms- Hernandez-TE

With the Sweaty Palms missing his big TE it will be hard to put up decent numbers this week. He will need Foster and Bowe to produce this week. The Workhorses hope to rebound after a pathetic week with QB McNabb getting benched and losing a shit game. With Rivers and Rice back in the line up this one will be an easy win.

Workhorse-149 Palms-121

Temps Texas Boys vs Rhodes Runners

Whos out?

Temps Texas Boys- Half his defense

Rhodes Runners- Fitzpatrick-QB Gore-RB Davis-TE

This will probably be the closest game this week. Even though the Runners have all that talent out this week there replacements are equal or better. With Davis on the bench Pettigrew will be the Rhodes starting TE and Freeman will be taking the snaps. The Runners will be hurting this week at running back but everyone else on this team will produce. Like always the Runners will put up 40+ on defense and have a solid week. Temp will rely heavily on his running game with Peterson and Greene. Temps WR's are beat up but Jennings will come in a put up 25 this week. Temp takes the win cause the Runners have no one to run.

Temp-149 Rhodes-144

D Crownholder vs Zima Ruskies

Whos out?

D Crownholder- D. Jackson-WR

Zima Ruskies-Cruz-WR Crabtree-WR

The Ruskies need this one to stay in the playoff hunt but it'll be tough with his receiving core on a buy this week. Brees will put up 30 but where will the rest come from? Finley? Colston? One week they put up 30 the next 3, the Ruskies are one the most dangerous teams if all his players are on the same page, if not it will be a blowout! For the Crownholders you will have domination with Rogers, McFadden, and Witten putting up some bombs this week. The Crownholders are riding high on top of the Global and will stay there for at least another week. This one will be a beat down.

Crownholders- 176 Ruskies- 127

Pardue Bruisermakers vs Frosts less than Furrious Flurries

Whos out?

Bruisermakers- Jacobs-RB Benson-RB D. Nelson-WR

Frosts- Lindell-PK

If the Flurries ever had a chance to win it would be this week with the Bruisermakers sitting 3 starters for the buy week. The Flurries better pick up a kicker this week with Lindell sitting this week and no other PK's on his roster. Frosts made the big move this week in the trade with the Kavanators but it won't save the Flurries slim to none playoff odds. The Bruisermakers combo of Best and Hardesty will dominate with Hillis permanently playing second fiddle. Bruisermakers will keep the Flurries at the bottom of the Global division for the foreseeable future.

Bruisermakers- 163 Frosts- 136

Texan Bruisers vs McKinney Rednecks

Whos out?

Texan Bruisers- GreenEllis-RB Branch-WR Ballard-TE

Rednecks-Edward-WR Maclin-WR

With Colt McCoy playing solid and the chance of Gates coming back this week the Rednecks are contenders. The Rednecks barely broke the 100 mark last week but don't expect it again. He will depend on his defense which rarely lets him down and if Rivers favorite target is back this week the Rednecks will be a force to recken with. The Bruisers QB Schaub will make up for last weeks sub par performance and get him 30. Rice and Fitz will also break the 20 mark but low and behold it will not be enough. The Rednecks will not lose this week and will be in playoff spot in his division for the rest of the season. Look for the Rednecks to push deep in the playoffs this season.

Bruiser- 137 Rednecks- 166

Perdew Pulverizers vs Fields Fanatix

Whos out?

Pulverizers- Vick-QB Jackson-RB McCoy-RB S. Johnson-WR Ross-DB

Fanatix- Brady-QB Bradshaw-RB Manningham-WR Nugent-PK

WOW! Both teams have lost the majority of all starters who matter. This will show who has the depth at pretty much every skill position. The pulverizers have been blessed with the best backfield in the ESFL. Forte will do what Forte always does and score a crap load of points, probably another 30 this week. Cassell will have to step up if the Pulverizers have a chance this week. Sanchez will start at QB for the Fanatix and has been solid all season putting up over 20 points 5 out of the 6 weeks this season. He will need to pick up a PK before the games start with Nugent on a buy. Fred Davis will catch 8 balls for 79 yards and score and help lead the Fanatix to a VICTORY over the loathed Pulverizers. Shame too, such sweet uniforms the Pulverizers wore and got that ass spanked! The Fanatix applied for a helmet waiver this week stating they have done extensive research and not once identified an instance where any player in the eSFL took a hit that a helmet would have prevented injury. They requested their team wear paper bags instead. The league office denied the request for further research.

Pulverizers- 139 Fanatix-154

Viall Vigilante vs Kavs Kavanators

Whos out?

Viall- ???

Kavanators- Welker-WR Nicks-WR Gronkowski

A trade happened that left the Kavanators with absolute shit at QB. Hmmm.. who do I start this week Moore? Jackson? BECK? No not any of them, they are all bumbs. Coach Ron of the Kavanators better get out there and find himself a QB or he possibly could miss the playoffs. On the other hand the Flurries have no one on a buy this week and will get solid contributions from Roethlisberger, Johnson, Jackson, Boldin, and Collie. Congratulations Viall your loosing streak is over.

Viall- 155 Kavanators- 109

This week will decide the winners from the losers, contenders from pretenders. Will this year have another Cinderella like the Workhorses or will the Pulverizers and Crownholders run through the competition for an epic Ballistic Bowl battle.

Week 6 Recaps, 2011

Pulverizers move to league best 6-1

Projected by Insider Matt Templin as a 30 point ass whoopin' this contest turned out as expected as the Perdew Pulverizers knocked off the Kav's Kavanators 164.88 - 129.10.  Led by LeSean McCoy (25.7) coach Perdew got solid production from his offense (110.88) and kicker Billy Cundiff added  24 special teams points in the win.  The Kavanators were led by running back R. Mendenhall with 23.9 and a pair of 16.5's from Wes Welker and Joe Flacco in the losing effort.  Perdew moves to 6-1 and Kav falls to 4-3 in the Appalachian Division that looks like a five horse race to the finish line.

Texan Bruisers hold off late charge of Vigilante's

The Vial Vigilante made a valiant effort on Monday night with David Harris but once again fall short of the mark needed to take a victory away from the Texan Bruisers.  The Bruisers move to 5-2 and jump to second in the Appalachian division with the win, 144.1-131.  He was led by star running back Ray Rice with 23.4 points and QB Matt Schuab's 18.4.  Vial was led by a pair of wide outs with Anquan Boldin putting up 21.2 and Jordy Nelson with 18.4 in the losing effort.  Vial remains at the bottom of the standings at 0-7 and blackouts are expected to continue in the next 3 home games, a common theme for the organization.  Fans were heard chanting in the post game "Fire Coach Vial" and rumor has it an anti-Coach Vial website was in the works.  

Fields keeps playoffs alive, Sweaty Palms let another one slip away

Coach Bruce Fields has taken a pounding from other members of the eSFL this season for his horrific team.  He manage to put together a win this week against Igama's Sweaty Palms with a 153.06 - 131.92 victory.  Ahmad Bradshaw finally showed up for Fields, with three touchdowns and a 38.6 performance.  Team MVP Tom Brady chipped in 25.56 in the win.  Igama was led by QB Matt Ryan with 23.82 and TE Aaron Hernandez added 17.8 in the losing cause.  The defense of Igama clearly lost this game with only 19 total points from four players.  Fields defense wasn't spectacular, but it was enough to get the job done (29.5 combined).

 Pardue Bruisermakers get back on winning track, knock off McKinney by 60+

Coach Ron Pardue put together team of the week honors with another stellar offensive production.  His balanced attack was led by QB Tony Romo with 22.88 and TE Jimmy Graham's 19.4.  The McKinney Rednecks, with a severe lack of depth, were forced to run backups at running back with Kendall Hunter and L Tomlinson.   The combo only put up 11.9 combined and wasn't enough help for QB Colt McCoy(24.8) and Jeremy Maclin(15.1). 

Whitmore's luck stays at home, Workhorse fall to Runners

The Whitmore Workhorse have been known to pull a rabbit out of their hat on occassion but week six of the 2011 season wasn't one of those days. The Rhodes Runners, despite several coaching errors held on for a 135.76 to 117.08 victory and moved to 5-2 on the season. They were led by running back Frank Gore (25.1) and defensive standout Jarrod Allen (15). A last minute coaching change removed tight end Pettigrew (18.2) and inserted Vernon Davis (2.8) in a move that allowed the Workhorse to have a chance on Monday night. The Workhorse couldn't capatilize on the error as quarterback Donovan McNabb (8.38) sucked donkey balls and wideout D. Bess wasn't sighted until late in the fourth quarter of Monday night.



Temp sends Ruskies into panic mode

The Temp's Texas Boy's moved into a three way tie atop the Global division with a 156.92 to 142.92 victory over the Zima Ruskies. The Texas Boy's saw decent production across their box score and were led by quarterback M. Stafford's 29.82 and defensive back Kyle Arrington's 18. The losing Ruskies were pleased to see the return of wide reciever M. Colston (24.8) but dissapointed in the production of  Victor Cruz (3.2), J. Finley (3), and defensive end D. Freeney's goose egg. With the loss the Ruskies are now in desperation mode and a playoff spot looks to be out of reach with only six games remaining.



Crownholder send Frost to another loss

The Frost Furrious Flurries remained at the bottom of the Global division as the first place Crownholder did just enough to get the win. Crownholder quarterback Aaron Rodgers (35.8) was the difference in a contest that proved to be much closer than was expected. What else can be said about this contest? Nothing.

Week 6 Insider-2011-UPDATED

Note from the Editor:
First of all, I quickly decided this piece did not need any editor input. Nice Job Temp! I would like to add that I will be adding the little matchup preview box images soon. When they are complete I will post on the message board, so come back and look at them then!

 

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Are you ready for some football! In this weeks matchups we'll separate the men from the boys, contenders from pretenders. Playoff dreams for a couple of teams will be "dunskies" after the beatdown they receive this weekend. We have a few great games like Perdew Pulverizers (5-1) vs Kav`s Kavanators (4-2) to see who's king of the Appalachian division at least for this week. And Appalachian vs Global...Rhodes Runners (4-2) vs Whitmore Workhorse (4-2). I dont like to sugarcoat these predictions so lets get to the games! Temp's Texas Boys (4-2) vs Zima's Ruskies (2-4) Temp's team will be firing on all cylinders with no one on bye's this week. He's led by Stafford & Adrian "All mufkin' Day" Peterson. These two guys are playing great and should do the same this week. Wallace & Jennings lead this dynamic WR core that just get the job done week in and week out. Temp made some moves on Def because they suck ass! Founder/Owner/CEO/Player Development/Headcoach Matt Templin- "We cleaned house this week...all Defensive coaches were fired so hopefully the new staff can turn this D around" Zima is led by D. Brees & J. Finley along with a stout D. His 2nd best player B. Wells out this week with a bye. Will D. Carter/R. Bush/T. Smith combo get it done? Don't think so! Temp takes him to the woodshed.... Temp's Texas Boys 165-135    D Crownholder (4-2) vs Frost`s Furrious Flurries (1-5) D shares the lead w/ 3 other teams at the top of the Global while Frost is at the bottom of the barrel. D is led by A. Rodgers who is playing out of his mind! (seriously if Chuck Norris was picking a team he'd pick himself 1st then Rodgers) Add some D. McFadden aka Run DMC and you can see why his team has put up two 200+ point games. But his #2 RB Lynch is out this week. Frost on the other hand is decimated by injuries and under performing players. A. Johnson is out with a hamstring injury, P. Hillis is always hurt it seems, Ochocinco is playing like a bum (did you see that drop in the Buffalo game!? C'mon Man!) & Sam Bradford has clearly taken a step back from last year. (Oklahoma sucks by the way) \m/ Hook Em'! If Rodgers and Run DMC have bad weeks Frost has a chance......but will it happen? Do not pass go do not win this week. D 160-125 McKinney Rednecks (4-2) vs Pardue Bruisermakers (3-3) The Rednecks have been the surprise team this year but with only 3 RB's on his team he's gonna need his team to step up this week. Colt McCoy returns to the lineup and he leads this team along with Roddy White & one of the leauges best Def. But his top back R. Mathews is out so he looks for a K. Hunter/LT RB combo to pick up the slack. Pardue had a bad week 5 but he expected that with 5 starters with bye weeks. He gets his guys back this week and looks to take back the Global division he's owned for awhile now. Led by Romo & J. Best, add in some guy named DeMarcus Ware and his team is poised for a big win he needs to stay at the top of his division. Pardue gives McKinney a reality check and show him why you need more than 3 RB's! Pardue 150- 120 Whitmore Workhorse (4-2) vs Rhodes Runners (4-2) Whit has his work cut out for him this week. With Rivers/Decker/Rice on bye weeks his team is gonna have to put on their "big boy pants" to get by Rhodes. His RB combo of MJD and Sproles will carry his team this week. The Def led by Ray Lewis/Bowman/Wilson is pretty damn good too. Rhodes also has some bye week issues w/ his WR core but with Calvin Johnson on your team you really dont need 3 WR do you? Rhodes TE's are a win-win w/ Vernon Davis/Pettigrew. And you want to talk about Defense?! Jared Allen/Desmond Bishop/Von Miller trio is nasty! 13/15 starts these guys went double digits & 4 times they went over 18! Thats like having a Ferrari/Lambo/Porshe and you can only pick 2..must be nice! Whits been doing alot of talking this week. I'm taking Rhodes......beep! beep! Rhodes 150-135 Igama Sweaty Palms (2-4) vs Fields Fanatix (1-5) What can i say about this game......... Its like picking who's smarter retard in the Cartoon "South Park" Timmy vs Jimmy..does it really matter? Fields 140-130 Viall Vigilante (0-6) vs Texan Bruisers (4-2) Two words...EPIC BEATDOWN When your #3 best player on your team is your kicker you can see why Viall is 0-6. Kicker #3?! C'mon Man! No need to breakdown matchups in this one. Viall has as much chance as I do of out fishing Terry. Texan Bruisers gives Viall a Texas size ass whoopin'...Would you like fries with that? Texan 160-125 Perdew Pulverizers (5-1) vs Kav`s Kavanators (4-2) Perdew is an Offensive Juggernaut! He's putting up 170pts like its nothing & when you have the top 3 RB's in the league your pretty much a bad ass. Love this team, his WR trio this week is a little shady but again top 3 rb's means you can do that. Oh and he has Michael Vick....Winning! (For you Charlie Sheen fans). The Kavanators have a nice Offensive team too. His WR duo of Hakeen Nicks/Welker is potent and you add the TE Gronkowski its like having a 4 WR on his team with Brady throwing the ball. His RB's are weak sauce...Mendenhall is under performing big time & I told Kav which is a die hard Bills fan that Fred Jackson was gonna be the man this year in Buffalo! (told you Kav!) I give the RB edge to Perdew easily, WR/TE to Kav...Def is pretty even so to me it comes down to the QB postion. If Flicco Flacco plays like he did in weeks 1 & 3 Kav wins this game if he plays like a scrub Kavs get sent home with a loss. Pack your shit Kav, Perdew is still King of the Inbred...I mean Appalachian Division! Perdew 178-165 Hope you guys enjoyed this weeks insider. Matthew Templin Owner "Temp's Texas Boys"