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League Fees
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TH3MAG, November Issue
The Keeper’s will be in November’s issue of TH3MAG, so be on the lookout for that. Should drop this weekend… ?
**The Chase for The E.L.S.I.E. Playoff Race**
If the Playoffs Started Today…
Origins
1. Da South (9-3)
2. I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (8-4) (Head-to-Head Tiebreaker over I Go Deep)
3. I Go Deep (8-4)
WC. Clam Diggers (8-4)
Legends
1. Beer, Cheese, & Brats (10-2)
2. Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (8-4)
3. Church of Zero Tolerance (7-5)
WC. Hyde Yo Wife (8-4)
**Origins Conference**
#3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (8-4) at Breakin Tackles (2-10)
X-Factors:
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks: Drew Brees-QB (23.75) / Breakin Tackles: Marcus Mariota-QB (18.63)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 8-4 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks play 2-10 Breakin Tackles at The Barn.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks were led in week 10 by a 22.60 point effort from Antonio Brown, who beat the Dallas Cowboys defense for 154 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jordan Matthews was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 8.80 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured back, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks can expect a 23.75 point effort from Drew Brees in week 11, who is expected to tear apart the Carolina Panthers defense for 375.24 passing yards and 2.74 passing TD’s in addition to 1.76 rushing yards.
“We can’t look past these guys,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.
Breakin Tackles were led in week 10 by a 27.42 point effort from Ben Roethlisberger, who tore apart the Dallas Cowboys defense for 408 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 1 rushing yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Breakin Tackles can expect a 18.63 point effort from Marcus Mariota in week 11, who is expected to get by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 267.86 passing yards and 2.13 passing TD’s in addition to 17.4 rushing yards.
“There’s been a lot of trash talking,” Breakin Tackles coach Chris Butler said.
DaTaminator (6-6) at Barbaric Milk Jousters (3-9)
X-Factors:
DaTaminator: Andy Dalton-QB (16.21) / Barbaric Milk Jousters: Nick Bellore-LB (15.03)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional battle, 6-6 DaTaminator play the 3-9 Barbaric Milk Jousters at Wankdorf Stadium.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
DaTaminator were led in week 10 by a 24.60 point effort from Kenny Vaccaro, who beat the Denver Broncos offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Lamar Miller was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 8.30 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DaTaminator can expect a 16.21 point effort from Andy Dalton in week 11, who is expected to get by the Buffalo Bills defense for 293.3 passing yards and 1.55 passing TD in addition to 11.07 rushing yards.
“We have to stay focused on fundamentals,” DaTaminator coach Tam Van said.
The Barbaric Milk Jousters were led in week 10 by a 19.50 point effort from Marcus Peters, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 5 tackles. In addition, Timmy Jernigan was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 9.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Barbaric Milk Jousters can expect a 15.03 point effort from Nick Bellore in week 11, who is expected to beat the New England Patriots offense for 6.8 tackles and 0.15 interceptions.
“They are well coached, very disciplined,” Barbaric Milk Jousters coach Aaron Mathiason said.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-7) at Maclin on Dat Ass (5-7)
X-Factors:
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered: Cam Newton-QB (19.07) / Maclin on Dat Ass: Eli Manning-QB (13.32)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, 5-7 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered face off against 5-7 Maclin on Dat Ass at Dick Field.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered were led in week 10 by a 28.00 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Green Bay Packers defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 33 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hakeem I Saw I Conquered can expect a 19.07 point effort from Cam Newton in week 11, who is expected to get by the New Orleans Saints defense for 252.04 passing yards and 1.57 passing TD in addition to 33.07 rushing yards.
“We’ll have to find a way to contain Manning,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.
Maclin on Dat Ass were led in week 10 by a 18.70 point effort from Allen Robinson, who beat the Houston Texans defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Eric Kendricks was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 2.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured hip, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Maclin on Dat Ass can expect a 13.32 point effort from Eli Manning in week 11, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 262.43 passing yards and 1.77 passing TD’s in addition to 1.19 rushing yards.
“We have to pull out all the stops,” Maclin on Dat Ass coach Richard Glenn said.
#2 Da South (9-3) at DeSeantourage (5-7)
X-Factors:
Da South: Aaron Rodgers-QB (16.76) / DeSeantourage: Jameis Winston-QB (15.21)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 9-3 Da South face off against 5-7 DeSeantourage at Ari Gold Stadium.
DeSeantourage holds a 2-0 advantage in head to head games against Da South since the 2014 season.
Da South were led in week 10 by a 24.90 point effort from LeGarrette Blount, who snuck past the Seattle Seahawks defense for 69 rushing yards and 3 rushing TD’s. In addition, Rob Gronkowski was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 5.60 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured chest, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Da South can expect a 16.76 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 11, who is expected to get by the Washington Redskins defense for 250 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 23.82 rushing yards.
“This is always a tough place to play,” Da South coach Dave Jackson said.
DeSeantourage were led in week 10 by a 17.00 point effort from Antoine Bethea, who beat the Arizona Cardinals offense for 7 tackles. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DeSeantourage can expect a 15.21 point effort from Jameis Winston in week 11, who is expected to get by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 261 passing yards and 1.61 passing TD’s in addition to 9.62 rushing yards.
“We’ll be ready to go,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a epic battle.
BUCKNASTY BOYS (5-7) at Clam Diggers (8-4)
X-Factors:
BUCKNASTY BOYS: David Johnson-RB (17.42) / Clam Diggers: Ezekiel Elliott-RB (16.58)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, the 5-7 BUCKNASTY BOYS challenge the 8-4 Clam Diggers at Clam Digger Stadium.
The BUCKNASTY BOYS hold a 3-1 advantage in head to head games against the Clam Diggers since the 2012 season.
The BUCKNASTY BOYS were led in week 10 by a 30.70 point effort from Eric Berry, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Julian Edelman was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 7.90 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured foot, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the BUCKNASTY BOYS can expect a 17.42 point effort from David Johnson in week 11, who is expected to sneak past the Minnesota Vikings defense for 68.49 rushing yards and 0.82 rushing TD in addition to 41.83 receiving yards.
“We have to stay hungry,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.
The Clam Diggers were led in week 10 by a 40.90 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 114 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 95 receiving yards. In addition, Jerry Hughes was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured hand, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Clam Diggers can expect a 16.58 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott in week 11, who is expected to get by the Baltimore Ravens defense for 92.18 rushing yards and 0.78 rushing TD’s in addition to 24.35 receiving yards.
“We have to dig deep,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a epic battle.
#4 I Go Deep (8-4) at Carolina Hitmen (6-6)
X-Factors:
I Go Deep: Le’Veon Bell-RB (17.40) / Carolina Hitmen: Tom Brady-QB (14.76)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 8-4 I Go Deep play the 6-6 Carolina Hitmen at Assassin’s Arena.
The Carolina Hitmen hold a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against I Go Deep since the 2015 season.
I Go Deep were led in week 10 by a 25.40 point effort from Le’Veon Bell, who snuck past the Dallas Cowboys defense for 57 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 77 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Go Deep can expect a 17.40 point effort from Le’Veon Bell in week 11, who is expected to get by the Cleveland Browns defense for 82.43 rushing yards and 0.52 rushing TD in addition to 51.13 receiving yards.
“We’re loaded & ready for Brady,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.
The Carolina Hitmen were led in week 10 by a 15.00 point effort from Julio Jones, who beat the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 135 receiving yards. With Jones on bye in week 11, they’ll need to count on their second-string WR to carry the team this week. In addition, Jelani Jenkins was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 5.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured knee, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Carolina Hitmen can expect a 14.76 point effort from Tom Brady in week 11, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 245.06 passing yards and 1.77 passing TD’s in addition to 6.6 rushing yards.
“We have to stretch their defense,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a epic battle.
**Legends Conference**
The Cruciates Curse (4-8) at Church of Zero Tolerance (7-5)
X-Factors:
The Cruciates Curse: LeSean McCoy-RB (14.34) / Church of Zero Tolerance: Kirk Cousins-QB (14.15)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 4-8 The Cruciates Curse play the 7-5 Church of Zero Tolerance at The No One’s Welcome Bowl.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
The Cruciates Curse were led in week 10 by a 18.70 point effort from Allen Robinson, who beat the Houston Texans defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jarvis Landry was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 5.30 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Cruciates Curse can expect a 14.34 point effort from LeSean McCoy in week 11, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 82.85 rushing yards and 0.55 rushing TD’s in addition to 20.35 receiving yards.
“This is our watershed game,” The Cruciates Curse coach Champ Douglas said.
The Church of Zero Tolerance were led in week 10 by a 14.00 point effort from Benardrick McKinney, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars offense for 6 tackles. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Church of Zero Tolerance can expect a 14.15 point effort from Kirk Cousins in week 11, who is expected to get by the Green Bay Packers defense for 260.58 passing yards and 1.47 passing TD’s in addition to 4.95 rushing yards.
“We need to turn up the intensity,” Church of Zero Tolerance coach Larry Mrozowski & Eric Gadson said.
**Game of the Week**
The Gremlins (7-5) at #1 Beer, Cheese, & Brats (10-2)
X-Factors:
The Gremlins: Matthew Stafford-QB (14.20) / Beer, Cheese, & Brats: David Johnson-RB (17.42)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional classic, 7-5 The Gremlins challenge 10-2 Beer, Cheese, & Brats at Lambeau Field.
The Gremlins hold a 2-1 advantage in head to head games against Beer, Cheese, & Brats since the 2015 season.
The Gremlins were led in week 10 by a 19.70 point effort from Alec Ogletree, who beat the New York Jets offense for 6 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Robert Quinn was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 3.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured illness, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 14.20 point effort from Matthew Stafford in week 11, who is expected to get by the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 248.48 passing yards and 1.82 passing TD’s in addition to 11.97 rushing yards.
“We have to keep their defense guessing all day,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.
Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 10 by a 23.60 point effort from David Johnson, who snuck past the San Francisco 49ers defense for 55 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 46 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 17.42 point effort from David Johnson in week 11, who is expected to sneak past the Minnesota Vikings defense for 68.49 rushing yards and 0.82 rushing TD in addition to 41.83 receiving yards.
“We have to dictate the tempo,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes & Jeremy Bennett said.
In week 3, The Gremlins defeated Beer, Cheese, & Brats by 74.90 points, so coach Jim Barnes & Jeremy Bennett is looking for revenge this week.
NC Titans (6-6) at House of Cards (7-5)
X-Factors:
NC Titans: Luke Kuechly-LB (16.30) / House of Cards: Ben Roethlisberger-QB (19.68)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, the 6-6 NC Titans face off against the 7-5 House of Cards at They All Falls Down Stadium.
The House of Cards hold a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against the NC Titans since the 2015 season.
The NC Titans were led in week 10 by a 24.60 point effort from Kenny Vaccaro, who beat the Denver Broncos offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 16.30 point effort from Luke Kuechly in week 11, who is expected to beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 6.67 tackles and 0.22 interceptions.
“We’ll need to be focused, they’re well coached,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.
The House of Cards were led in week 10 by a 40.90 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 114 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 95 receiving yards. In addition, Deone Bucannon was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 13.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the House of Cards can expect a 19.68 point effort from Ben Roethlisberger in week 11, who is expected to beat the Cleveland Browns defense for 339.95 passing yards and 2.18 passing TD’s in addition to 2.12 rushing yards.
“We’re the sentimental favorites,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and it is sure to be a hard-fought struggle.
Surprise Scorpians (4-8) at Carnival of Pain (4-8)
X-Factors:
Surprise Scorpians: Tom Brady-QB (14.76) / Carnival of Pain: Tyrod Taylor-QB (16.52)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional battle, the 4-8 Surprise Scorpians face off against the 4-8 Carnival of Pain at The Fun House.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
The Surprise Scorpians were led in week 10 by a 19.50 point effort from Marcus Peters, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 5 tackles. In addition, Jake Ryan was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 0.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpians can expect a 14.76 point effort from Tom Brady in week 11, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 245.06 passing yards and 1.77 passing TD’s in addition to 6.6 rushing yards.
“This game is for the bragging rights,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.
The Carnival of Pain were led in week 10 by a 27.90 point effort from Ryan Mathews, who beat the Atlanta Falcons defense for 109 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 30 receiving yards. In addition, Martellus Bennett was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 10.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Carnival of Pain can expect a 16.52 point effort from Tyrod Taylor in week 11, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 213 passing yards and 1.18 passing TD’s in addition to 38.63 rushing yards.
“We have to eliminate the mental mistakes,” Carnival of Pain coach Jamian Shavers said.
Phlying High (5-7) at #5 Hyde Yo Wife (8-4)
X-Factors:
Phlying High: Drew Brees-QB (23.75) / Hyde Yo Wife: LeGarrette Blount-RB (16.71)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, 5-7 Phlying High face off against 8-4 Hyde Yo Wife at B.o.B. Field.
Hyde Yo Wife holds a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against Phlying High since the 2015 season.
Phlying High were led in week 10 by a 28.00 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Green Bay Packers defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 33 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Phlying High can expect a 23.75 point effort from Drew Brees in week 11, who is expected to tear apart the Carolina Panthers defense for 375.24 passing yards and 2.74 passing TD’s in addition to 1.76 rushing yards.
“We have to get after it,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.
Hyde Yo Wife were led in week 10 by a 24.90 point effort from LeGarrette Blount, who snuck past the Seattle Seahawks defense for 69 rushing yards and 3 rushing TD’s. In addition, Rob Gronkowski was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 5.60 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured chest, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hyde Yo Wife can expect a 16.71 point effort from LeGarrette Blount in week 11, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 77.71 rushing yards and 1.27 rushing TD’s in addition to 10.37 receiving yards.
“We have to rise to the occasion,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a hard-fought struggle.
Soul Snatchers (4-8) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (8-4)
X-Factors:
Soul Snatchers: Cam Newton-QB (19.07) / Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Aaron Rodgers-QB (16.76)
Coming up in a week 11 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional matchup, the 4-8 Soul Snatchers challenge 8-4 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood at Rodgers Field.
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood holds a 3-0 advantage in head to head games against the Soul Snatchers since the 2014 season.
The Soul Snatchers were led in week 10 by a 30.70 point effort from Eric Berry, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Jordan Matthews was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 8.80 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured back, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Soul Snatchers can expect a 19.07 point effort from Cam Newton in week 11, who is expected to get by the New Orleans Saints defense for 252.04 passing yards and 1.57 passing TD in addition to 33.07 rushing yards.
“We have to stay hungry,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 10 by a 27.00point effort from Kiko Alonso, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 4 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Timmy Jernigan was not injured before the start of his week 10 game, and contributed 9.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 11 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 16.76 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 11, who is expected to get by the Washington Redskins defense for 250 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 23.82 rushing yards.
“Good teams get better down the stretch, let’s see if we’re a good team,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.
In week 3, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood defeated the Soul Snatchers by 72.92 points, so coach Marcus McKinley is looking for revenge this week.
