American Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The American Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2077.
QB Lewis Ortega - Reapers (373/577, 3759 yds, 29 TD)
QB Elmer Villarreal - RoughRiders (332/509, 2969 yds, 22 TD)
QB Bill Eller - Pharaohs (203/321, 2249 yds, 24 TD)
RB Charles Troy - RoughRiders (143 att, 975 yds, 7 TD, 8 rec, 39 yds, 0 TD)
RB Augustine Duval - Pharaohs (188 att, 1168 yds, 8 TD, 4 rec, 65 yds, 0 TD)
RB Douglas Hinds - Pharaohs (207 att, 1255 yds, 9 TD)
FB David Hassell - RoughRiders (1 att, 3 yds, 0 TD, 30 rec, 94 yds, 0 TD)
G Armand Harter - Reapers (43 Pancakes)
G Edward Cochran - RoughRiders (44 Pancakes)
G Jose Stephens - RoughRiders (51 Pancakes)
T Robert Neal - RoughRiders (54 Pancakes)
T Herbert Moffitt - Pharaohs (52 Pancakes)
T Guillermo Buxton - Totems (62 Pancakes)
C Darnell Durr - RoughRiders (43 Pancakes)
C Yong Douglas - Totems (37 Pancakes)
TE Richard Michael - RoughRiders (67 rec, 546 yds, 5 TD)
TE George George - Totems (52 rec, 486 yds, 5 TD)
WR Jeffrey Pratt - Reapers (84 rec, 1122 yds, 3 TD)
WR Ernesto Gonzalez - Reapers (108 rec, 1259 yds, 11 TD)
WR Gary Grissom II - Pharaohs (78 rec, 954 yds, 10 TD)
WR Kenneth White - Totems (84 rec, 903 yds, 6 TD)
WR William Massey - Totems (70 rec, 821 yds, 7 TD)
CB Danny Tavares - Reapers (69 Tck, 2 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
CB Don Scribner - RoughRiders (87 Tck, 2 Sck, 7 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 2 FR)
CB John Woodard - Pharaohs (53 Tck, 4 Int, 1 FF)
LB Charles Fenner - Reapers (73 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int)
LB Dominique Salisbury - RoughRiders (68 Tck, 5 Sck, 2 FF)
LB Ernest Carrillo - RoughRiders (111 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int)
LB Shannon Jackson - Pharaohs (70 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FR)
LB Jimmy Lewis - Pharaohs (86 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF)
LB Dale Peyton - Totems (87 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
DT Ryan Smith - Reapers (10 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FR)
DT Jason Ruiz - Reapers (8 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Dennis Duarte - RoughRiders (21 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Morris Wilke - Pharaohs (22 Tck, 5 Sck)
DE Brian Horan - Reapers (23 Tck, 7 Sck)
DE Alan Sanders - Pharaohs (18 Tck, 6 Sck, 2 FF)
DE Arthur Thompson - Totems (21 Tck, 13 Sck, 1 Sfty, 3 FF, 3 FR)
FS William McCaskill - Reapers (94 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 2 FR)
FS Bobby Hall - Pharaohs (41 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 3 FF, 1 FR)
SS William Spillman - Pharaohs (48 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 FF)
SS Fred Singer - Totems (77 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FF)
K Elton Hidalgo - Pharaohs (23/25 FG)
P Larry Baker - Pharaohs (2495 yards, 22 inside 20)

Canadian Conference All-Star Bowl announced!

The Canadian Conference Conference has announced their All-Star Bowl squad for 2077.
QB Jerome Killian - Bears (285/501, 3017 yds, 21 TD)
QB Marvin Nance - Vikings (318/496, 3132 yds, 21 TD)
QB Shane Strain - North (236/394, 3258 yds, 21 TD)
RB Lamar Getz - Bears (261 att, 1448 yds, 13 TD)
RB John Souza - Vikings (122 att, 549 yds, 3 TD, 32 rec, 266 yds, 2 TD)
RB Bob Copeland - North (101 att, 549 yds, 4 TD, 22 rec, 338 yds, 4 TD)
FB Steve Walters - Gamblers (25 att, 57 yds, 5 TD, 2 rec, 7 yds, 1 TD)
G Ernie Harden - Vikings (41 Pancakes)
G Larry Fulton - North (83 Pancakes)
G Jorge Larson - North (47 Pancakes)
T Brenton Stevens - Vikings (85 Pancakes)
T Ruben Albert - Gamblers (63 Pancakes)
T Robert Logan - North (99 Pancakes)
C Ernest Cooke - Bears (50 Pancakes)
C Roy Tran - North (70 Pancakes)
TE Jeffery Kuykendall - Gamblers (74 rec, 738 yds, 7 TD)
TE Nathaniel Matthews - North (45 rec, 671 yds, 6 TD)
WR Mark Abel - Vikings (84 rec, 1020 yds, 7 TD)
WR Richard Horsley - Vikings (68 rec, 808 yds, 9 TD)
WR Nathan Barry - Gamblers (65 rec, 799 yds, 3 TD)
WR Gregory Morgan - North (50 rec, 705 yds, 3 TD)
WR Terry Greathouse - North (53 rec, 913 yds, 6 TD)
CB Dewayne Mahan - Bears (88 Tck, 3 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
CB John Doll - Vikings (79 Tck, 2 Int, 2 Def TD, 3 FF, 2 FR)
CB Jason Gipson - Gamblers (76 Tck, 1 Sck, 6 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF)
LB Rick Conover - Bears (95 Tck, 8 Sck, 1 FF)
LB Robert Little - Vikings (65 Tck, 3 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF)
LB Elvis Starr - Vikings (128 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 2 FR)
LB Bruce West - Gamblers (59 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 Int, 3 FF)
LB James Banda - Gamblers (71 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Sfty)
LB Kieth Nance - North (66 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
DT Danny Johnson - Gamblers (16 Tck, 4 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR)
DT Royal Olds - Gamblers (5 Tck, 3 Sck)
DT Craig Gaston - North (13 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
DT Bradly Jones - North (16 Tck)
DE Joseph Medlin - Bears (27 Tck, 13 Sck, 1 FF)
DE Michael Lennon - Vikings (22 Tck, 6 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
DE Lon Blais - North (12 Tck, 5 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
FS Mark Day - Vikings (40 Tck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD)
FS Thomas Gray - North (78 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 FF)
SS John Hamlin - Vikings (74 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD)
SS George Lamb - North (99 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
K Vernon Nelson - Vikings (24/29 FG)
P Bruce Burt - Vikings (3151 yards, 27 inside 20)

2077 Defensive ROY Award

Nova Scotia Vikings LB, Elvis Starr has won the Defensive ROY award for 2077.

2077 Offensive ROY Award

Memphis Pharaohs RB, Douglas Hinds has won the Offensive ROY award for 2077.

2077 Defensive MVP Award

Seattle Totems DE, Arthur Thompson has won the Defensive MVP award for 2077.

2077 Offensive MVP Award

Memphis Pharaohs RB, Douglas Hinds has won the Offensive MVP award for 2077.

2077 Playoff MVP Award

Memphis Pharaohs QB, Bill Eller has won the Playoff MVP award for 2077.

2077 League MVP Award

New Orleans Reapers QB, Lewis Ortega has won the League MVP award for 2077.

QB Lewis Ortega (NO) wins League MVP!

NEW YORK -- The New Orleans Reapers' QB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Ortega won the MVP award by amassing season totals of 373/577, 3759 yds, 29 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," Ortega said after receiving the award.

QB Bill Eller (MEM) wins Playoff MVP!

NEW YORK -- The Memphis Pharaohs' QB took home the 2077 Playoff MVP award today. Eller won the award by amassing playoff totals of 44/66, 410 yds, 4 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 2077. How appropriate, then, that he is the Wolverine Studios Sports Newtwork 2077 Defensive Player of the Year.

The versatile Thompson had 21 tackles, 13 sacks, 0 interceptions, and 3 forced fumbles with 0 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 Douglas Hinds (MEM) wins Offensive Player of the Year!

NEW YORK -- That blur speeding away from opposing defenses and running off with the Wolverine Studios Sports Network 2077 Offensive Player of the Year award is Douglas Hinds. Considered one of the fastest men in pro football, Hinds was uncatchable in racking up 1255 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 Hinds, who scored 9 touchdowns.

LB Elvis Starr (NSV) wins Defensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The Nova Scotia Vikings' LB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Starr won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 128 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 2 FR.

RB Douglas Hinds (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. Hinds won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 207 att, 1255 yds, 9 TD.

2077 The Brewmaster's Bowl

The Memphis Pharaohs have defeated the Nova Scotia Vikings in the 2077 The Brewmaster's Bowl.

The final score was Pharaohs 34 - Vikings 13.

Gary Grissom II - WR had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Morris Wilke - DT had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Steve Walters - FB signs extension with the Gamblers

The Windsor Gamblers front office has announced that they have signed Steve Walters - FB to a new contract. Walters will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $2,475,000

Con Championship Game

The Nova Scotia Vikings have defeated the Toronto North in the 2077 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Vikings 37 - North 27.

Marvin Nance - QB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Samuel Galindo - DE had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Memphis Pharaohs have defeated the Houston RoughRiders in the 2077 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Pharaohs 17 - RoughRiders 16.

Bill Eller - QB 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.

Week 15: RB David Mercado (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 15's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back David Mercado. His 22 att, 111 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 41 to 27 victory for the New Orleans Reapers.

The former Penn State gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 646 Yards and 1 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 15: FS William McCaskill (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

FS McCaskill's ball hawking ability was on display in the Reapers 41-27 game with the BCFC Bears. He finished with 8 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

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

Game Recaps for Week 15

Gamblers - 33, North - 23
Pharaohs - 38, Totems - 3
Reapers - 41, Bears - 27
Vikings - 26, RoughRiders - 18

Game of the Week: Seattle Totems at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Seattle Totems
You heard it here first.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
I find it hard to bet against coach Albert Johnson. He always has them well prepared. He is a great offensive mind. He is innovative with his defense.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
The Pharaohs win. I see no reason to think otherwise. A close win.

Darren Francis : Seattle Totems
Look for their defense to dominate. They are 3rd in points allowed, averaging only 20.5. They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up only 87.2 yards per game. They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss. They are 5th in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Windsor Gamblers upset the Houston RoughRiders!

The Windsor Gamblers have managed an unlikely win against Houston RoughRiders.
The RoughRiders appeared dejected towards the end of the game, while the Gamblers kept their cool and drove the victory home. Most pundits had expected the RoughRiders to win with ease, and the loss to such an inferior opponent is a tough blow to the lofty expectations for the program. Meanwhile, the Gamblers fans were celebrating in the street, having had their hopes for the future bolstered at least momentarily.

Mahaffey points fingers after Reapers loss.

Billy Mahaffey blasted the effort of some teammates after the loss. 'These guys have to show up' he said. 'We all have to take responsibility and make sure we are prepared and some guys are letting the team down'. Billy Mahaffey - G was clearly upset after the Reapers loss. 'We need to look at ourselves. If you are David Mercado (RB), can you look at your performance and be happy? This whole team needs to work harder. This whole team needs to decide what we want', the G said.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 15)

Welcome to Coach Showdown with me. I'm Simon Sly. Hope you enjoy it.

JOSE BROOKS, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, SEATTLE TOTEMS
The Totems currently sit at 7-6-0.

Jose Brooks does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Jose Brooks runs a 3-4 Hybrid defense. His system requires top notch cornerbacks. It focuses on man coverage. He aims to shut down the passing game, making the opponent one dimensional. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 7th in sacks with 25.
They are 3rd in points allowed, averaging 20.5.
They are 6th in pass defense with 238.6 yards given up per game.
They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up 87.2 yards per game.
They are 7th in interceptions with 8.
They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 3rd in forced fumbles.

Brooks is slightly better than Holden at estimating player potential.
Brooks has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Holden.
Brooks is not as rigid as Holden.
Brooks prepares better than Holden.
Brooks works with young players somewhat better than Holden.


BENJAMIN HOLDEN, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, HOUSTON ROUGHRIDERS
The RoughRiders currently sit at 10-3-0.

Benjamin Holden favors an aggressive defense. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organization.
Benjamin Holden runs a 4-3 Hybrid defense. The onus is on the safeties in his system. It features primarily zone coverage. He wants defensive linemen who can help in runsupport. Holden aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 3rd in sacks with 33.
They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging 16.4.
They are 4th in pass defense with 229.8 yards given up per game.
They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up 89.4 yards per game.
They are 3rd in interceptions with 13.
They are 1st in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 8th in forced fumbles.

Holden outperforms Brooks in player development.
Holden is better suited to lead a team than Brooks.

Week 14: T Robert Logan (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

In a rare honor for an offensive lineman... T Robert Logan wins the leagues Offensive Player of the Week. The award comes after Logan's 12 Pancakes performance against the Nova Scotia Vikings. Logan from Texas was selected in round 1 of the 2071 draft.

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

Week 14: DE Arthur Thompson (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Arthur Thompson of the Seattle Totems has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Thompson finished with 2 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Sfty.

Game Recaps for Week 14

North - 34, Vikings - 14
Pharaohs - 19, Reapers - 13
Gamblers - 27, RoughRiders - 17
Totems - 18, Bears - 7

Game of the Week: New Orleans Reapers at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
Looking at the teams, I am certain that they will struggle with containing players like Charles Fenner - LB. Expect him to show up in a big way. They greatly outscore them here.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
People tend to underestimate their offense. They are 5th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 21. They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 28. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 232.4! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 33! They will put up a lot of points.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
When you think of the players that will be on the field, you would be a fool not to think that Steven Hefner - C will shine for the Pharaohs offense. They rely on him, and he will deliver.

Darren Francis : New Orleans Reapers
I am sure head coach Williams Anderson has something up his sleeve for this game. He makes great offensive adjustments.

Week 13: QB Shane Strain (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced Toronto North quarterback Shane Strain has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The RoughRiders defeated the Toronto North, 31 to 14. Strain did his part, throwing 2 touchdowns, completing 29 of 41 passes for 382 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 15 to 7, and a passer rating of 93.0.

Week 13: CB Danny Tavares (NO) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Danny Tavares of the New Orleans Reapers has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Tavares finished with 5 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 13

Pharaohs - 28, Bears - 13
Totems - 27, Vikings - 17
Reapers - 17, Gamblers - 16
RoughRiders - 31, North - 14

Game of the Week: Toronto North at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Toronto North
With leaders like Bradly Jones - DT and Matt Kendall - LB in the locker room it is easy to see why the North win this game.

Mary Moore : Toronto North
I am sure head coach Jacob Snell has something up his sleeve for this game. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker.

Jim Nox : Toronto North
Boy, oh boy am I looking forward to this.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
They have a dominant defense. They do not get enough credit for that. They are 4th in sacks with 26. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 15.6. They are 3rd in pass defense. They only give up 221.3 per game. They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up only 93.9 yards per game. They are 3rd in interceptions with 12. They are 2nd in the league in tackles for loss. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. Really this could go either way, but you will never get me to admit it.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 13)

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

BILLY GUNTHER, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 6-5-0.

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 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 2nd in the league passing touchdowns with 24. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 272.6.They are 3rd in the league in sacks allowed.They are 2nd in the league in pancakes.They are 3rd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 4th in the league average yards per rush.They are 8th in the league rushing touchdowns with 4.They are 8th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 71.7.They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 26.6.
Gunther outperforms Machado in scouting.
Gunther is slightly more detail oriented than Machado.
Gunther is much more charismatic than Machado.
Gunther is a better offisive mind than Machado.
Gunther outperforms Machado in player development.
Gunther prepares better than Machado.


FRANK MACHADO, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, BCFC BEARS
The Bears currently sit at 3-8-0.

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 7th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 4th in the league passing touchdowns with 20.
They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 220.9.
They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 6th in the league in pancakes.
They are 2nd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 3rd in the league average yards per rush.
They are 2nd in the league rushing touchdowns with 14.
They are 2nd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 145.3.
They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 25.6.

Week 12: RB Augustine Duval (MEM) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Duval's 14 att, 104 yds, 1 TD performance against the Nova Scotia Vikings. Duval from East Tennessee State was selected in round 3, 8 years ago.

Duval now has 924 Rushing Yards and 7 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 12: SS George Lamb (TOR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

SS Lamb's ball hawking ability was on display in the North 23-17 game with the BCFC Bears. He finished with 7 Tck, 2 Sck.

"George has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -North Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 12

North - 23, Bears - 17
RoughRiders - 23, Reapers - 17
Pharaohs - 26, Vikings - 23
Totems - 38, Gamblers - 13

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
I do not think you get very far against their defense. They are 2nd in sacks with 27. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 13.2. They are 1st in pass defense. They only give up 172.3 per game. They are 1st in run defense. Giving up only 75.8 yards per game. They are 4th in interceptions with 10. They are 5th in the league in tackles for loss. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. This will be a very up and down affair.

Mary Moore : Nova Scotia Vikings
Of course the Vikings win! With team players like John Thompson - C and Mark Abel - WR who make everyone around them better, how could they not?

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
I think having a leader like Gary Grissom II - WR is the kind of thing that will help the Pharaohs win this game. And you can take that with you to the bank.

Darren Francis : Nova Scotia Vikings
Looking at the two rosters, a good bet is that the offense will struggle to counter Elvis Starr - LB. Watch out for him. A close win.

Pharaohs racking up yards!

The offense of the Pharaohs is beating the stew out of everybody this year, posting 4156 total yards and 342 points thus far in 10 games. Quarterback Bill Eller - QB and receiver Gary Grissom II - WR have hooked up to the tune of 763 yards this season, while Running Back Douglas Hinds - RB has piled up for 918. The big men on the line has crushed the opposition for 235 pancakes this season while giving up only 10 quarterback sacks.

Top receiver trio?

The Reapers trio of Ernesto Gonzalez - WR, Micheal Heffner - WR and Jeffrey Pratt - WR are currently the leading trio of catchers in the league, with 18 receving touchdowns between the three.

Defense dominates in New Orleans.

The Reapers defensive front is bedeviling the men on the other side of the ball so far this season with a total of 20 sacks, 1 forced fumbles and 53 tackles in 10 games.

Lamar Getz - RB proves his worth.

Lamar Getz - RB is looking like a million bucks out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such outstanding football, he’s got a shot at becoming on of the greats

Week 11: QB Bill Eller (MEM) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Memphis Pharaohs' Bill Eller threw 5 touchdowns, completing 21 of 24 passes for 226 yards in the Pharaohs victory over the BCFC Bears.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2068 amateur draft, season number 9 for Eller, has seen some impressive numbers including 19 touchdown passes this season.

Week 11: DE Arthur Thompson (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Thompson absolutely dominated in the Totems 17-7 game with the New Orleans Reapers. He finished with 2 Tck, 2 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 11

Totems - 17, Reapers - 7
RoughRiders - 23, Gamblers - 15
Pharaohs - 62, Bears - 7

Week 11: T Jonathan Hicks (NO) has suffered a major injury!

The New Orleans Reapers' T Jonathan Hicks has suffered an injury: Out (8-12 weeks).

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
The difference in this game will be their defense. They are 3rd in sacks with 25. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 13.9. They are 1st in pass defense. They only give up 179.6 per game. They are 1st in run defense. Giving up only 76.4 yards per game. They are 5th in interceptions with 8. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush.

Mary Moore : Memphis Pharaohs
I do not think people realize how good this offense is. They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 5th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 21. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 222.2! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 31.1! They get their win and this game will be just another day at the office.

Jim Nox : Memphis Pharaohs
Looking at how the teams match up, you would be a fool not to think that Daniel Reid - CB can take over a game. There is a reason they are paying him that much money.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
They are on a win streak. They will continue that streak. They will win this game. Can't lose.

Memphis Pharaohs defense dominates!

The Pharaohs' defense is showing how it is done this season. In 9 games they’ve given up only 2304 total yards and 125 points. Jimmy Lewis - LB is the leader of the defense with 58 take downs on the year. Could the D be back in Memphis?

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 11)

Simon Sly is back with this week's edition of Coach Showdown. Let us jump right in.

DAVID RIGGS, HEAD COACH, HOUSTON ROUGHRIDERS
The RoughRiders currently sit at 7-2-0.

David Riggs wants his offense and defense to play smart, conservative football. Let the other team make the mistakes. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.

Riggs is significantly better than Anderson when scouting.
Riggs is slightly more detail oriented than Anderson.
Riggs has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Anderson.
Riggs seems a little bit smarter than Anderson.


WILLIAMS ANDERSON, HEAD COACH, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 7-2-0.

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 Riggs at estimating player potential.
Anderson exhibits way more flexibility than Riggs.
Anderson is better suited to lead a team than Riggs.
Anderson motivates his team a little better than Riggs.

Grissom II cementing his status.

Rumors on social media are swirling that the media presense of Gary Grissom II - WR is getting a lot of attention. His recent interviews have gathered a lot of viewers, and fans regularly chants his name when he sees the field.

Week 10: RB Bob Copeland (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 10's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Bob Copeland. His 12 att, 66 yds, 2 TD, 2 rec, 35 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 32 to 27 victory for the Toronto North.

The former Houston gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 337 Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 10: DE Arthur Thompson (SEA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Thompson absolutely dominated in the North 32-27 game with the Seattle Totems. He finished with 4 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 10

Vikings - 44, Bears - 16
Reapers - 30, RoughRiders - 24
Pharaohs - 27, Gamblers - 12
North - 32, Totems - 27

Joseph Medlin - DE signs extension with the Bears

The BCFC Bears front office has announced that they have signed Joseph Medlin - DE to a new contract. Medlin will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $14,500,000

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at New Orleans Reapers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : New Orleans Reapers
Looking at the two rosters, I sense that much depends on Lance Johnson - LB who has been shining bright on the Reapers defense this season. Love watching him.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
I do not think you get very far against their defense. They are 4th in sacks with 21. They are 1st in points allowed, averaging only 13.8. They are 3rd in pass defense. They only give up 218.6 per game. They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up only 98.4 yards per game. They are 1st in interceptions with 10. They are 4th in the league in tackles for loss. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. Just win baby.

Jim Nox : New Orleans Reapers
The leadership on this team is great. Having a guy like Rick Merriman - SS on the field and in the locker room is exactly what you need to win games like this.

Darren Francis : New Orleans Reapers
The Reapers win. I see no reason to think otherwise.

Week 9: TE Nathaniel Matthews (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Matthews's 8 rec, 130 yds, 2 TD effort led the way for the Toronto North. This weeks 130 receiving yards bring his season total to 554 yards with 4 touchdowns on the season.

"To Nathaniel, football is about winning and nothing else. He is one of the hardest workers on our team and deserves the attention he is getting from the media and fans." - North Coach

Week 9: CB John Doll (NSV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Doll's ball hawking ability was on display in the Vikings 27-24 game with the Toronto North. He finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

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

Game Recaps for Week 9

Gamblers - 37, Bears - 27
Vikings - 27, North - 24
Pharaohs - 24, RoughRiders - 7
Reapers - 17, Totems - 16

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, $18,090,000

Game of the Week: Memphis Pharaohs at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
This week, the RoughRiders will will need to come together as a team to win. Players like Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB who have great team playing skills and understand what everyone needs to to will be pivotal for this. This will be a great game to watch.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
Do not throw statistics at me! The RoughRiders win because they are the better team.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
They will keep their winstreak going. Believe me.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
I just really like the way they coach in Memphis. Head coach Albert Johnson is doing great things. He is doing some really smart things on offense. He is doing some clever things with his defense.

Defense dominates in New Orleans.

The Reapers defensive front is running rough shod against opponents so far this season with a total of 17 sacks, 1 forced fumbles and 37 tackles in 7 games.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 9)

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JAMES PILCHER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NEW ORLEANS REAPERS
The Reapers currently sit at 5-2-0.

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 1st in sacks with 23.
They are 4th in points allowed, averaging 26.1.
They are 4th in pass defense with 231.7 yards given up per game.
They are 6th in run defense. Giving up 141 yards per game.
They are 4th in interceptions with 6.
They are 8th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 2nd in forced fumbles.

Pilcher outperforms Estrada in assessing player ability.
Pilcher motivates his team a little better than Estrada.
Pilcher makes his players hit the weight room more often than Estrada.


RANDY ESTRADA, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, MEMPHIS PHARAOHS
The Pharaohs currently sit at 5-2-0.

Randy Estrada does not like gambling on defense. Advocating a bend, but don't break mindset. Professionalism is the key for him. He demands accountability from everyone around him.
Randy Estrada runs a 5-2 defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. He prefers mixing up coverage. He targets the rungame, daring the offense to pass. He wants fast linebackers, who can help in coverage.

They are 2nd in sacks with 21.
They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging 15.1.
They are 1st in pass defense with 186.9 yards given up per game.
They are 1st in run defense. Giving up 61.1 yards per game.
They are 5th in interceptions with 6.
They are 7th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 7th in forced fumbles.

Estrada outperforms Pilcher in scouting.
Estrada outperforms Pilcher in player development.
Estrada exhibits way more flexibility than Pilcher.

Week 8: TE Nathaniel Matthews (TOR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Matthews's 7 rec, 197 yds, 1 TD effort led the way for the Toronto North. His 197 receiving yards bring his season total to 424 yards with 2 touchdowns on the season.

Week 8: CB Don Scribner (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Don Scribner of the Houston RoughRiders has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Scribner finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 8

Pharaohs - 21, Totems - 14
RoughRiders - 24, Vikings - 3
Reapers - 28, North - 24

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Nova Scotia Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
Certainly, this offense will have a good game. They are 5th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 10. They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 143.3! They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. They average 29.3!

Mary Moore : Nova Scotia Vikings
In this game, a good bet is that much depends on Samuel Galindo - DE who has been shining bright on the Vikings defense this season. Love watching him.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Do not believe it if anyone tells you the RoughRiders are overhyped. They are who we thought they were. They might even win with three touchdowns.

Darren Francis : Nova Scotia Vikings
The Vikings 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 John Thompson - C and Mark Abel - WR to see the importance. Team players like that helps you win games.

Week 7: RB Jesus Caruso (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Caruso's 7 att, 126 yds, 2 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Caruso from E. Kentucky was selected in round 2, 6 years ago.

Caruso now has 126 Rushing Yards and 2 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 7: FS James Smith (HRR) wins Defensive Player of the Week

FS James Smith of the Houston RoughRiders has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Smith finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 7

RoughRiders - 31, Bears - 24
Pharaohs - 34, North - 10
Reapers - 26, Gamblers - 10
Totems - 34, Vikings - 13

Dennis Duarte - DT signs extension with the RoughRiders

The Houston RoughRiders front office has announced that they have signed Dennis Duarte - DT to a new contract. Duarte will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $9,000,000

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 3 years, $11,100,000

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at BCFC Bears

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
Having team player who help coordinate everyone else is invaluable and definitely helps the RoughRiders win this game. If you look at their roster, I see Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB playing this kind of role.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
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.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Certainly, this offense will have a good game. They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 10. They are 5th in the league in sacks allowed. They are 4th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards. 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 145.4! They are 4th in the league points scored per game. They average 29! This will be a very up and down affair.

Darren Francis : BCFC Bears
For this game, my opinion is that Joseph Medlin - DE is the kind of player who gives offensive coordinators nightmares.

Douglas Hinds - RB shines!

Douglas Hinds - RB is looking amazing out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such impressive football, he’s got a shot at an MVP caliber season.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 7)

As always I am Simon Sly with your weekly coach comparison. We have an odd couple for you this week.

MICHAEL PAYTON, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, MEMPHIS PHARAOHS
The Pharaohs currently sit at 3-2-0.

Michael Payton 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.
Michael Payton runs a run first Power offense. He wants running backs who can also block. Payton prefers running up the middle. Fullbacks are not utilized much. Payton likes to go over the top of the defense in the passing game. The passing game is predicated on spreading the ball around to multiple targets. He prefers to have different types of wide recievers, to have a flexible passing game.

They are 7th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 7th in the league passing touchdowns with 8. They are 8th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 166.4.They are 4th in the league in sacks allowed.They are 5th in the league in pancakes.They are 6th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 1st in the league average yards per rush.They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 15.They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 249.2.They are 1st in the league points scored per game. With an average of 34.8.
Payton outperforms Machado in scouting.
Payton outperforms Machado in assessing player ability.
Payton is much more charismatic than Machado.
Payton outperforms Machado in player development.
Payton is not as rigid as Machado.


FRANK MACHADO, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, BCFC BEARS
The Bears currently sit at 3-3-0.

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 5th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 13.
They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 242.2.
They are 1st in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 4th in the league in pancakes.
They are 3rd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 3rd 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 161.3.
They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 31.8.

Machado is slightly better than Payton at estimating player potential.
Machado seems a little bit smarter than Payton.

Week 6: QB Jerome Killian (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The BCFC Bears' Jerome Killian threw 4 touchdowns, completing 23 of 33 passes for 295 yards in the Bears victory over the Windsor Gamblers.

After being drafted in Round 3 of the 2077 amateur draft, season number 0 for Killian, has seen some impressive numbers including 13 touchdown passes this season.

Week 6: LB Elvis Starr (NSV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Elvis Starr of the Nova Scotia Vikings has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Starr finished with 16 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 6

Bears - 55, Gamblers - 13
RoughRiders - 24, Totems - 6
Reapers - 27, North - 19
Vikings - 27, Pharaohs - 20

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Seattle Totems

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
The leadership on this team is great. Having a guy like Walter Saldivar - RB on the field and in the locker room is exactly what you need to win games like this.

Mary Moore : Seattle Totems
Looking at the teams, it is likely that David Caudle - CB needs to show up, but if he does the Totems defense is very stingy.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
They are on a win streak. They will continue that streak. They will win this game. Easy prediction.

Darren Francis : Seattle Totems
Certainly, this offense will have a good game. They are 2nd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 8. They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. They average 225.8! They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are 4th in the league rushing touchdowns with 4.

Frantz targets LB Marvin Moore after Gamblers loss.

William Frantz was furious with his team in an interview after the Gamblers lost. He called out the effort on both offense and defense. 'These guys, they do not seem hungry. We have to get on the same page. Are we doing this or not?', he complained. 'Man, I think a bunch of guys let us down. I could point the finger at many.' the 28 year old RB said. Later in the interview he seemed to indicate that Marvin Moore - LB was one of the players he had in mind.

Sheehan watch

Rumors on social media are swirling that Damien Sheehan - RB may be under investigation again. Surely, this in not the kind of story the Totems want to have to deal with. 'We want to focus on football. Having to deal with all the stories coming out about Totems takes away from that', said an anonymous source in the front office.

Week 5: QB Lewis Ortega (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The New Orleans Reapers' Lewis Ortega threw 4 touchdowns, completing 37 of 49 passes for 361 yards in the Reapers victory over the Nova Scotia Vikings.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2075 amateur draft, season number 2 for Ortega, has seen some impressive numbers including 12 touchdown passes this season.

Week 5: 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 11 Tck, 2 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 5

Bears - 38, Totems - 21
Reapers - 38, Vikings - 34
RoughRiders - 21, North - 13
Pharaohs - 48, Gamblers - 10

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Toronto North

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
They are on a win streak. They will continue that streak. They will win this game. A close win.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
The RoughRiders are the real deal.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
With people like Don Scribner - CB and Walter Saldivar - RB who understand the value of team play it is easy to see why the RoughRiders win this game.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
Looking at the teams, I agree with the popular opinion that Don Scribner - CB is the guy to watch, this man is pivotal to the RoughRiders defense. They get their win and this game will be just another day at the office.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 5)

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BILLY GUNTHER, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, NOVA SCOTIA VIKINGS
The Vikings currently sit at 3-1-0.

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 1st in the league passing touchdowns with 10. They are 1st in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 274.5.They are 3rd in the league in sacks allowed.They are 3rd in the league in pancakes.They are 2nd in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 4th in the league average yards per rush.They are 6th in the league rushing touchdowns with 2.They are 6th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 82.2.They are 3rd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 30.5.
Gunther outperforms Kirby in scouting.
Gunther outperforms Kirby in assessing player ability.
Gunther is slightly better than Kirby at estimating player potential.


KEITH KIRBY, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, SEATTLE TOTEMS
The Totems currently sit at 2-1-0.

Keith Kirby likes to mix it up on offense, switching between aggressive and conservative styles. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Keith Kirby runs a run first West Coast offense. In the passing game, he prefers medium passes, focusing on the line to gain. He places a premium on recievers with sure hands.

They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 6.
They are 5th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 222.3.
They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 8th 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 3.
They are 7th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 81.
They are 5th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 24.

Kirby exhibits way more flexibility than Gunther.

Week 4: RB Lamar Getz (BCFC) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Getz's 20 att, 254 yds, 2 TD performance against the BCFC Bears. Getz from Alabama was selected in round 1, 2 years ago.

Getz now has 527 Rushing Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 4: SS John Hamlin (NSV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

SS Hamlin's ball hawking ability was on display in the Vikings 35-30 game with the BCFC Bears. He finished with 5 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

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

Game Recaps for Week 4

Vikings - 35, Bears - 30
North - 17, Gamblers - 13
Pharaohs - 38, Reapers - 7
RoughRiders - 24, Totems - 10

Game of the Week: Seattle Totems at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Seattle Totems
I really think having so strong and vocal leaders like Kenneth White - WR and Robin Valenti - SS in the locker room and on the field is invaluable and definitely helps the Totems win this game.

Mary Moore : Seattle Totems
I love what they are doing in Seattle coaching-wise. Head coach Juan Miranda is a major reason they will win this game. He is one of the best defensive minds. This will really be a statement win.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Looking at how the teams match up, I cannot see how anyone would not think that Anthony Keen - C is going to wreck dominate for the RoughRiders offense. Expect a great game.

Darren Francis : Seattle Totems
And you can take that with you to the bank.

Lewis Ortega - QB proves his worth.

Lewis Ortega - QB is looking like a man among boys out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such fantastic football, he’s got a shot at becoming a franchise legend.

Heffner cementing his status.

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

Week 3: RB Walter Saldivar (HRR) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 3's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Walter Saldivar. His 8 att, 177 yds, 4 TD performance stood out in the 59 to 21 victory for the Houston RoughRiders.

The former Stanford gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 184 Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 3: DE Joseph Medlin (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Medlin absolutely dominated in the RoughRiders 59-21 game with the BCFC Bears. He finished with 2 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 3

Vikings - 23, Gamblers - 17
RoughRiders - 59, Bears - 21
Pharaohs - 59, North - 21

Game of the Week: BCFC Bears at Houston RoughRiders

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Houston RoughRiders
I see them winning again this week. I am looking forward to watching this showdown.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
I really like their offense.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
In this game, everyone agrees that you have to look at this CB named Don Scribner. I expect everyone knows this guy will be a wrecking ball. A tough choice. I think it will be a close game.

Darren Francis : Houston RoughRiders
Head coach David Riggs runs a tight ship in Houston. I feel certain he has prepared an excellent gameplan. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker. He is doing some clever things with his defense. It may come down to the wire though.

Scott Chen lashes out at coach after loss.

Harsh words after the North game from Scott Chen. The North DE pointed the fingers at the coaching staff, suggesting lackluster preparation was to blame for the loss. 'I think this roster has great promise, but certain factors are holding us back. One factor might be Jacob Snell. He has not gotten players to buy in, but I hope we can get in sync soon, but something has to give eventually.' the 25 year old DE said.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 2077 Week 3)

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JASON BARFIELD, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, WINDSOR GAMBLERS
The Gamblers currently sit at 1-1-0.

Jason Barfield 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.
Jason Barfield runs a run first Power offense. He wants his running backs to focus on running the ball, limiting their other duties. He prefers to use his fullbacks for blocking. It's about taking what the defense gives you in the passing game, according to Barfield. The passing game is predicated on spreading the ball around to multiple targets. He places a premium on recievers with sure hands.

They are 1st in the league pass completion percentage. They are 2nd in the league passing touchdowns with 6. They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 246.They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed.They are 2nd in the league in pancakes.They are 6th in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.They are 6th in the league average yards per rush.They are 3rd in the league rushing touchdowns with 2.They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 146.5.They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. With an average of 32.


JOHN BAKER, OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR, TORONTO NORTH
The North currently sit at 0-2-0.

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 5th in the league pass completion percentage.
They are 6th in the league passing touchdowns with 3.
They are 3rd in the league passing yards per game. Averaging 280.
They are 7th in the league in sacks allowed.
They are 3rd in the league in pancakes.
They are 1st in the league in passes of more than 20 yards.
They are 8th in the league average yards per rush.
They are 7th in the league rushing touchdowns with 0.
They are 7th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 80.5.
They are 7th in the league points scored per game. With an average of 16.5.

Baker outperforms Barfield in scouting.
Baker is a better offisive mind than Barfield.
Baker is not as rigid as Barfield.
Baker is better suited to lead a team than Barfield.
Baker motivates his team a little better than Barfield.
Baker makes his players hit the weight room more often than Barfield.
Baker works with young players somewhat better than Barfield.

Greathouse cementing his status.

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

Week 2: QB Lewis Ortega (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The league announced New Orleans Reapers quarterback Lewis Ortega has been named Offensive Player of the Week.

The Vikings defeated the New Orleans Reapers, 41 to 38. Ortega did his part, throwing 5 touchdowns, completing 31 of 44 passes for 324 yards. His outstanding performance now brings his season Touchdown to Interception Ratio to 7 to 3, and a passer rating of 99.8.

Week 2: CB Joseph Patterson (WIN) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Joseph Patterson of the Windsor Gamblers has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Patterson finished with 5 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 2

Bears - 30, North - 10
Totems - 35, Gamblers - 31
Vikings - 41, Reapers - 38

Game of the Week: Seattle Totems at Windsor Gamblers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Windsor Gamblers
I find it hard to bet against coach Sheldon Mallory. He always has them well prepared. He is doing some really smart things on offense. If they do not win, I have to buy cake for the entire office. That is how sure I am.

Mary Moore : Seattle Totems
Leaders like Kenneth White - WR and Robin Valenti - SS who are vocal in the locker room and on the field is the kind of thing that pulls the Totems through in games like this.

Jim Nox : Windsor Gamblers
Do not throw statistics at me! The Gamblers win because they are the better team.

Darren Francis : Windsor Gamblers
They won their last game, they will win this game.

Strain a North legend

Reports out of Toronto tell us that Shane Strain - QB 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, Strain 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 1: QB Marcus Small (WIN) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Windsor Gamblers' Marcus Small threw 5 touchdowns, completing 26 of 29 passes for 265 yards in the Gamblers victory over the Nova Scotia Vikings.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2074 amateur draft, season number 3 for Small, has seen some impressive numbers including 5 touchdown passes this season.

Week 1: DE Joseph Medlin (BCFC) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Medlin absolutely dominated in the Reapers 20-17 game with the BCFC Bears. He finished with 1 Tck, 1 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 1

Gamblers - 33, Vikings - 23
RoughRiders - 17, Pharaohs - 9
Reapers - 20, Bears - 17
Totems - 27, North - 23

Shepherd Investigation leads nowhere.

The prosecutor has announced that there is not sufficient evidence to prosecute Kerry Shepherd for any criminal misconduct.

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 13 votes (Runner up: BCFC Bears with 5 votes)

American Conference US: Houston RoughRiders with 9 votes (Runner up: New Orleans Reapers with 7 votes)

Game of the Week: Houston RoughRiders at Memphis Pharaohs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Memphis Pharaohs
Looking at how the teams match up, I cannot see how anyone would not think that Daniel Reid - CB has to potential to carry the Pharaohs defense. But it will be a close game.

Mary Moore : Houston RoughRiders
This is a dominant offense. There are so many factors to consider when making predictions. This one was easy though.

Jim Nox : Houston RoughRiders
Look for their defense to dominate.

Darren Francis : Memphis Pharaohs
Head coach Albert Johnson has this team running like a well oiled machine. He is doing some really smart things on offense. He is innovative with his defense. This will be watercooler talk on monday. Do not miss it.

Highlights and Lowlights from Training camp

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: T Jose Tiller - T
Houston RoughRiders: LB Kenneth Major - LB
Houston RoughRiders: WR David Rooney - WR
Seattle Totems: QB James Ezell - QB


These players regressed:
Houston RoughRiders: RB Jesus Caruso - RB

Post Free Agency Retirements

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

LB Curtis Quintana (N/A) has retired!

LB Curtis Quintana (56 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

FB Dane Heredia (N/A) has retired!

FB Dane Heredia (55 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

SS Roger Hanes (N/A) has retired!

SS Roger Hanes (75 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

RB Robert Austin (N/A) has retired!

RB Robert Austin (59 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

Free Agency Round 10: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was William Massey. The WR out of Georgia signed a contract of Seattle Totems with 3 years, $12,150,000.

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

Memphis Pharaohs 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 $4,050,000.

Free Agency Round 9: Round Up

3 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Eric Covert. The DT out of UCF signed a contract of New Orleans Reapers with 1 year, $1,400,000.

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

Memphis Pharaohs was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was New Orleans Reapers who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $1,400,000.

Free Agency Round 8: Round Up

1 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Orlando Starnes. The DE out of BYU signed a contract of Memphis Pharaohs with 1 year, $3,190,000.

American Conference US was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

Memphis Pharaohs 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 $3,190,000.

Free Agency Round 7: Round Up

1 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jeremy Tam. The FS out of Oklahoma signed a contract of Nova Scotia Vikings with 1 year, $2,572,000.

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

Nova Scotia Vikings was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Nova Scotia Vikings who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $2,572,000.

Free Agency Round 6: Round Up

9 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Roy Tran. The C out of Louisiana-Monroe signed a contract of Toronto North with 1 year, $3,550,000.

American Conference US 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 $9,350,000.

LB Markus Askew (BCFC) goes #1 overall!

NEW YORK -- The BCFC Bears drafted Markus Askew #1 overall in the 2077 draft. The 6' 2" LB fits the team's needs perfectly. Said Bears 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," Askew said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."

Moore and Nox Mock Draft

Pick 1: BCFC Bears
Larry Moore: Markus Askew - LB
Coaches love the leadership skills in this kid. This guy understands what it means to be a pro. The ultimate team player. Tackles well. Could almost play Defensive End, he is that strong. Coaches love that versatility. Scouts all say his speed is not a problem, he plays way faster than his forty time. He fills a hole at the position. Blue-chip player. Will fit right in and start right away. Love it.

Jim Nox: Markus Askew - LB
This is a player who takes the lead. Due to his work ethic, this kid is very coachable. He plays well with others. He understands there is a reason for each assignment on every play. Hits ballcarriers low, taking no chances. The expectation is that his strength will translate into fumbles. It will definitely help him shed blocks and produce big hits. Will not have to come off the field for in obvious passing situations. Has enough quickness to pressure Quarterbacks off the edge. Solid talent that fits their needs. Really that is all there is to it. Perfect situation. Take the money and run.

Pick 2: Windsor Gamblers
Larry Moore: Jason Gipson - CB
Not afraid to lead. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. A great tackler. Consistent. He fills a hole at the position. Blue-chip player. Will fit right in and start right away. Love it.

Jim Nox: Troy Stuart - CB
His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. Well liked in the locker room. Fast enough to play man coverage. Can go toe to toe with most receivers. Take the blue-chip player. Do not worry about sexier picks. He fits what you need and the quality is there.

Pick 3: New Orleans Reapers
Larry Moore: Elvis Starr - LB
Known among his teammates as a bit of a goofball, but never in a bad way. The kind that keeps spirits high even when a season goes south. Finishes tackles well. Is fast enough to get sacks. Is fast enough to contain outside runs. Those are the players you look for at Defensive End. Reliably makes the right decision on the field. Take the blue-chip player. Do not worry about sexier picks. He fits what you need and the quality is there.

Jim Nox: Elvis Starr - LB
Known for helping out teammates, if they hit a rough patch, whether it is on the field or in their personal lives. I like the way he tackles. Wraps up the ball carrier and drags him down. No need to take chances. You need to stay on him, or he will turn the edge on you. Teams want Defensive Ends that keep Offensive Tackles honest. He is sharp, and that makes him very coachable. They need players at the position, and good ones at that. He fits the bill, he is worth the pick. End of story.

Pick 4: Houston RoughRiders
Larry Moore: Anthony Olivo - WR
Raised to know the value of hard work. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. His college tape shows him catching the ball well. Add more speed to the offense. Why would you not? Has the balance and shiftiness to work well on short and intermediate routes from the slot. They need him now. Well yesterday actually. They will love him tomorrow. They will revere him by the end of his career.

Jim Nox: Kenneth Major - LB
Deceptively fast, will make you dizzy with his speed rush. Has good instincts on the field. It is not often that the talent available fits perfectly with what you need. When it does, it makes for a win-win situation. This young man is going to be put in a position to succeed.

Pick 5: Toronto North
Larry Moore: Larry Fulton - G
Knows what it takes to achieve success at any level. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. Has nice technique when blocking on run plays. Keeps his leverage and finishes his blocks. Displays nice technique when blocking on pass plays. Keeps his balance and buys time for the quarterback. The stars align for them to get him here. Just what they need. Blue-chip player with great upside. Hard to botch this pick.

Jim Nox: Larry Fulton - G
This guy understands what it means to be a pro. This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Execution in the running game is something coaches have noticed about him. He blocks pretty well. He shows good instincts of where to turn defenders when pass blocking. Do not be afraid to draft a position of need here. This kid is well worthy of a pick this early. Perfect situation for him, and great fit for the team.

Pick 6: Seattle Totems
Larry Moore: Kenneth Major - LB
He closes so fast. Offensive tackles will learn that the hard way. Clever young man as wellMight 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: Jorge Larson - G
This kid loves the weight room, and has developed nice strength for being this early in his career. Nice blocking skills on run plays. He will contribute to the running game. Do not fret. You need him, fans love him. Surefire pick.

Pick 7: Nova Scotia Vikings
Larry Moore: Troy Stuart - CB
He is driven by the love of the sport. Known among his teammates as a bit of a goofball, but never in a bad way. The kind that keeps spirits high even when a season goes south. Pretty good straight line speed. Will keep up with most receivers. Blue-chip player. Exactly what they look for. Add a young talent to a roster thin at the position, a great fit.

Jim Nox: Jason Gipson - CB
Teammates look to him for leadership, and he consistently delivers. He is fundamentally a good kid. You rarely see him commit stupid penalties. Well schooled in tackling. Good fundamentals. He fills a hole at the position. Blue-chip player. Will fit right in and start right away. Love it.

Pick 8: Memphis Pharaohs
Larry Moore: Jorge Larson - G
Strong enough to play with the pros. This kid is already a pretty good blocker in the running game. He will only get better as he refines his technique. Getting it right here is what makes and breaks franchises. Get a blue-chip player and never look back.

Jim Nox: Fred Singer - SS
Excellent speed. Can be asked to cover Wide Receivers. Can come down quickly into the box to snuff out run plays. Wraps up well when tackling. Fans are divided on him, but coaches should not be. He is their guy.

Pick 9: BCFC Bears
Larry Moore: Earl Turner - LB
In college, he dominated when bull rushing. He is strong enough that he can continue to do that in the pros. More than enough speed for the position. This will become evident as he develops. Reacts instinctively to developments on the field. Fans, coaches, and teammates alike will be ecstatic to get him on the team. He fits what they need, he is such a great talent. Everything lines up.

Jim Nox: Earl Turner - LB
Really strong for a Linebacker. This is something that teams love. Closing speed good enough to get to the Quarterback often. Coaches love how coachable he is. Blue-chip player. Exactly what they look for. Add a young talent to a roster thin at the position, a great fit.

Pick 10: Windsor Gamblers
Larry Moore: Everette Perkins - CB
What you get with this kid, is a guy who understands that this is a team sport. Fast enough or man coverage. And enough speed to close fast when blitzing. With this kid, this is a need pick they will not regret.

Jim Nox: Everette Perkins - CB
I want this kid on my team. He understands his role on the field, and how it fits in with what everyone else is doing. He has more than enough speed to keep up with most receivers. A player that fits their needs. The promise of a future star. This will be great for the franchise.

Free Agency Round 5: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jesus Caruso. The RB out of E. Kentucky signed a contract of Houston RoughRiders with 3 years, $7,500,000.

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

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

The biggest spender was BCFC Bears who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $5,260,000.

Free Agency Round 4: Round Up

4 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Perry Pinto. The CB out of Utah signed a contract of Nova Scotia Vikings with 3 years, $17,610,000.

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

Seattle Totems was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Nova Scotia Vikings who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $5,870,000.

CB Perry Pinto (NSV) signs large free agent deal!

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

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

Now, Pinto is being fitted for a Vikings uniform.

One of the league's top CBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 3 year contract worth $5,870,000.

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

Free Agency Round 3: Round Up

3 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Billy Mahaffey. The G out of S. Dakota St. signed a contract of New Orleans Reapers with 1 year, $5,560,000.

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

Memphis Pharaohs was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Memphis Pharaohs who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $6,128,000.

G Billy Mahaffey (NO) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, G Billy Mahaffey 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 Mahaffey's agent called to tell him that the Reapers head coach was in town. Soon, Mahaffey was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Mahaffey is being fitted for a Reapers uniform.

One of the league's top Gs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $5,560,000.

"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," Mahaffey said.

Free Agency Round 2: Round Up

7 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Boris Carter. The CB out of Southern Illinois signed a contract of Seattle Totems with 3 years, $16,620,000.

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

Seattle Totems was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Seattle Totems who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $7,388,000.

Free Agency Round 1: Round Up

9 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Bradly Jones. The DT out of Miami signed a contract of Toronto North with 2 years, $10,800,000.

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

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

The biggest spender was Toronto North who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $12,650,000.

DE Frank Washington (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

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

Now, Washington is being fitted for a North uniform.

One of the league's top DEs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $7,250,000.

"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," Washington said.

DT Bradly Jones (TOR) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Bradly Jones, one of the league's top DTs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $5,400,000 to play for the Toronto North.

Offseason Team Needs with Jeremy Piper

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

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

Houston RoughRiders sign coach James William

The RoughRiders have announced that they have signed James William as their new LB Coach. He will get a 3 year contract worth 1.3 million per year with the RoughRiders.

Melvin Potts - QB no longer with the Seattle Totems!

The Melvin Potts year veteran QB will be looking for a new team. In his career he has compiled a CV with 1469/2414, 15071 yds, 126 TD. It remains to be seen if he can bargain that into a new contract elsewhere.

Nova Scotia Vikings sign coach Raymond Culp

The Vikings have announced that they have signed Raymond Culp as their new LB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 2.1 million per year with the Vikings.

BCFC Bears sign coach Roberto Abney

The Bears have announced that they have signed Roberto Abney as their new LB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.5 million per year with the Bears.

Seattle Totems sign coach Geraldo Reed

The Totems have announced that they have signed Geraldo Reed as their new Special Teams Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.5 million per year with the Totems.

Seattle Totems sign coach Jorge Sturm

The Totems have announced that they have signed Jorge Sturm as their new QB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.5 million per year with the Totems.

Houston RoughRiders sign coach Michael Roman

The RoughRiders have announced that they have signed Michael Roman as their new Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 3 year contract worth 7.5 million per year with the RoughRiders.

Draft Order: BCFC Bears own first overall.

Pick 1: BCFC Bears
Pick 2: Windsor Gamblers
Pick 3: New Orleans Reapers
Pick 4: Houston RoughRiders
Pick 5: Toronto North
Pick 6: Seattle Totems
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
Robert Nathan - Defensive Coordinator - Nova Scotia Vikings
Ronald Matheson - Defensive Coordinator - BCFC Bears
Billy Gunther - Offensive Coordinator - Nova Scotia Vikings
John Baker - Offensive Coordinator - Toronto North
Benjamin Holden - Defensive Coordinator - Houston RoughRiders

As always, we are prone to wild speculations, so we asked our in-house experts to do a little matchmaking between candidates and teams. Here is what they came up with:

Mary Moore:
I see Ronald Matheson being promoted to head coach of the BCFC Bears.

Darren Francis:
I see Ronald Matheson being promoted to head coach of the BCFC Bears.

Jim Nox:
The Vikings cannot hold on to Robert Nathan. I would like to see him coach the BCFC Bears.

Jeremy Piper:
I see Ronald Matheson being promoted to head coach of the BCFC Bears.

Kerry Shepherd - CB under criminal investigation!

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

The Bears have yet to comment on the situation.

Albert Ford has retired from coaching

Albert Ford is retiring from coaching.It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector..

Juan Gregg has retired from coaching

Juan Gregg is retiring from coaching.He will pursue a career in broadcasting..

Jeffrey Hunter has retired from coaching

Jeffrey Hunter is retiring from coaching.Rumours have it he is heading to politics..

James Hopper has retired from coaching

James Hopper has announced his decision to retire from coaching. He gave no indication as to what his next job would imply, but ''definitely not coaching'' he laughed.

Active Player Retirements

Windsor Gamblers:
DE Tyrone Wyman (8 seasons) 107 Tck, 36 Sck, 1 Sfty, 7 FF, 4 FR

Toronto North:
CB Benjamin Rhoads (10 seasons) 222 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 4 FF, 3 FR

Memphis Pharaohs:
RB Michael Willis (6 seasons) 293 att, 1544 yds, 54 TD, 10 rec, 72 yds, 0 TD
CB Gary Allen (9 seasons) 186 Tck, 1 Sck, 9 Int, 3 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR

Seattle Totems:
FB Michael Goolsby (7 seasons) 89 att, 309 yds, 48 TD, 37 rec, 122 yds, 5 TD
CB Pierre Henderson (12 seasons) 737 Tck, 4 Sck, 30 Int, 7 Def TD, 10 FF, 5 FR
DE Chang Langford (16 seasons) 609 Tck, 228 Sck, 3 Def TD, 2 Sfty, 37 FF, 19 FR

Notable free agent retirements

QB:
Billy Mckenzie (6 seasons pro) 86/186, 1006 yds, 5 TD
William Greer (3 seasons pro) 16/41, 152 yds, 1 TD

G:
Mark Moll (14 seasons pro) 415 Pancakes
Steven Aldridge (13 seasons pro) 446 Pancakes
Allen McCutcheon (9 seasons pro) 312 Pancakes

T:
Preston Wilke (18 seasons pro) 761 Pancakes

C:
Joseph Wong (10 seasons pro) 306 Pancakes
Spencer Henning (10 seasons pro) 335 Pancakes
Jeremy Crook (11 seasons pro) 113 Pancakes

WR:
Harris Switzer (14 seasons pro) 476 rec, 4957 yds, 36 TD

CB:
Bruce Shelton (12 seasons pro) 443 Tck, 4 Sck, 14 Int, 3 Def TD, 13 FF, 7 FR

LB:
Andrew Sutherland (10 seasons pro) 347 Tck, 10 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 Sfty, 5 FF, 2 FR
Eric Tibbs (13 seasons pro) 296 Tck, 9 Sck, 4 Int, 2 Sfty, 6 FF, 2 FR
Mark Rodgers (10 seasons pro) 128 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FF

DT:
Billy Gray (7 seasons pro) 18 Tck, 5 Sck

DE:
Leon Wynn (13 seasons pro) 122 Tck, 46 Sck, 7 FF, 1 FR

Other retirements

QB Robert Larson (75 ovr)
QB Woodrow Renteria (68 ovr)
QB Roy Dailey (59 ovr)
RB Victor Rodriquez (59 ovr)
RB William White (59 ovr)
RB James Ratliff (53 ovr)
FB Isaac Knowles (46 ovr)
FB Freddie Diaz (44 ovr)
G Thomas Harvey (45 ovr)
T Donald Cortez (57 ovr)
T Julio Weinstein (55 ovr)
T Brett Frasier (54 ovr)
T Charles Bickford (53 ovr)
T John Harris (52 ovr)
C Carl Wahl (63 ovr)
TE David Linton (53 ovr)
TE Christopher Joy (46 ovr)
WR Aaron Byrnes (60 ovr)
WR Richard Davis (56 ovr)
WR David Prater (56 ovr)
WR James Fogle (55 ovr)
WR Melvin Harlan (55 ovr)
WR Jonathan Pomeroy (54 ovr)
CB Richard Winchester (58 ovr)
CB Louis Funk (56 ovr)
CB William Martin (51 ovr)
LB Arthur Cothran (59 ovr)
LB Terrell Mason (56 ovr)
LB Daniel Willson (51 ovr)
LB Billy Freeman (50 ovr)
LB Williams Ferguson (48 ovr)
DT Kenneth Carpenter (51 ovr)
DT Gerald Billings (50 ovr)
DT Francis Russo (50 ovr)
DT Paul Hudson (49 ovr)
DT Michael Guzman (48 ovr)
DT Mark Hayes (40 ovr)
DT Robert Jones (38 ovr)
DE Nick Prosser (59 ovr)
DE Dale Poirier (54 ovr)
DE Gregory Bush (54 ovr)
DE Ben Lewandowski (49 ovr)
DE Jeremy Arnold (43 ovr)
DE Logan Hutchison (40 ovr)
DE Mark Crosby (40 ovr)
FS Elias Strong (66 ovr)
FS Aaron Johnston (62 ovr)
FS Steven Galvan (50 ovr)
SS Brian Elder (66 ovr)
SS Ernest Hammonds (54 ovr)
K Arthur Frye (60 ovr)
P Robert Levy (55 ovr)