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**Recaps**
Origins Conference
I Got Sacks Sack I Go Deep
Difference Maker: Jamison Crowder-WR (19.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks sacked a hapless I Go Deep team by a score of 140.10 to 93.22, silencing a hostile crowd of 73,847 at Myles Deep Field.
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks were led to their 46.88 point victory by a 19.00 point effort from Jamison Crowder, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. With this performance, Crowder was the number 5 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 18.70 point effort from Drew Brees, who got by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 265 passing yards and 1 passing TD in addition to 1 rushing yards.
“We’re in a state of shock,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.
I Go Deep were helped out in a losing cause by a 13.20 point effort from Everson Griffen, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 5 tackles and 1.0 QB sack. They also got help from a 10.90 point effort from John Brown, who snuck past the Carolina Panthers defense for 49 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“They wanted it more than we did,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks took advantage of their schedule this week, as their point total would have gone for a loss against 15 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks to 6-4, and drops I Go Deep to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, the 6-4 Carolina Hitmen are at I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, where I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks are an early 20.6-point favorite, while I Go Deep are at the 8-2 Clam Diggers, where the Clam Diggers are an early 4.2-point favorite.
Clam Diggers Stomp Breakin Tackles
Difference Maker: T.J. Ward-DB (26.60 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, the Clam Diggers stomped a hapless Breakin Tackles team by a score of 193.48 to 121.78, extending the winning streak for the Clam Diggers to 7 games. With their 193.48 points, the Clam Diggers is now the proud record-holder of the 10th-highest weekly point total in league history.
The Clam Diggers were led to their 71.70 point victory by a 26.60 point effort from T.J. Ward, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. With this performance, Ward was the number 1 ranked defensive safety for week 8. They also got help from a 25.28 point effort from Dak Prescott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 287 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 38 rushing yards.
“We brought our A-game,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.
Breakin Tackles were helped out in a losing cause by a 15.80 point effort from Allen Hurns, who got by the Tennessee Titans defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. They also got help from a 14.30 point effort from Cliff Avril, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 3 tackles and 1.0 QB sack.
“They out-muscled us,” Breakin Tackles coach Chris Butler said.
This brings the record for the Clam Diggers to 8-2, and drops Breakin Tackles to a record of 2-8.
Coming up in week 9, Breakin Tackles are at 4-6 Maclin on Dat Ass, where Maclin on Dat Ass are an early 64-point favorite, while 6-4 I Go Deep are at the Clam Diggers, where the Clam Diggers are an early 4.2-point favorite.
Da South Annihilate BUCKNASTY BOYS
Difference Maker: Aaron Rodgers-QB (30.84 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, Da South annihilated a hapless BUCKNASTY BOYS team by a score of 174.84 to 87.78, extending the winning streak for Da South to 3 games.
Da South were led to their 87.06 point victory by a 30.84 point effort from Aaron Rodgers, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 246 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards. With this performance, Rodgers was the number 2 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 24.00 point effort from Kwon Alexander, who beat the Oakland Raiders offense for 14 tackles.
“We’ll use this win as a stepping stone to the next level,” Da South coach Dave Jackson said.
The BUCKNASTY BOYS were helped out in a losing cause by a 13.00 point effort from Karlos Dansby, who beat the Washington Redskins offense for 6 tackles. They also got help from a 11.60 point effort from Julian Edelman, who snuck past the Buffalo Bills defense for 37 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“The final score is the only statistic that matters,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.
This brings the record for Da South to 8-2, and drops the BUCKNASTY BOYS to a record of 4-6.
Coming up in week 9, Da South are at 3-7 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered, where Hakeem I Saw I Conquered are an early 0.4-point underdog, while the BUCKNASTY BOYS are at 4-6 DaTaminator, where DaTaminator are an early 9.3-point underdog.
Carolina Hitmen Wax Barbaric Milk Jousters
Difference Maker: Tom Brady-QB (30.10 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, the Carolina Hitmen waxed a strong Barbaric Milk Jousters team by a score of 130.60 to 115.40, extending the losing streak for the Barbaric Milk Jousters to 4 games.
The Carolina Hitmen were led to their 15.20 point victory by a 30.10 point effort from Tom Brady, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 315 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 15 rushing yards. With this performance, Brady was the number 3 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 23.30 point effort from Amari Cooper, who beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 173 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“It hasn’t sunk in yet,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.
The Barbaric Milk Jousters were helped out in a losing cause by a 14.00 point effort from Derrick Johnson, who beat the Indianapolis Colts offense for 8 tackles. They also got help from a 13.90 point effort from Andrew Luck, who got by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 210 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards.
“We lost our focus,” Barbaric Milk Jousters coach Aaron Mathiason said.
The Carolina Hitmen took advantage of their schedule this week, as their point total would have gone for a loss against 19 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for the Carolina Hitmen to 6-4, and drops the Barbaric Milk Jousters to a record of 2-8.
Coming up in week 9, the Barbaric Milk Jousters are at 5-5 DeSeantourage, where DeSeantourage are an early 75-point favorite, while the Carolina Hitmen are at 6-4 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, where I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks are an early 20.6-point favorite.
DeSeantourage Outgun Hakeem I Saw I Conquered
Difference Maker: Tyreek Hill-WR (24.30 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, DeSeantourage outgunned a tough Hakeem I Saw I Conquered team by a score of 175.60 to 168.12, extending the losing streak for Hakeem I Saw I Conquered to 3 games.
DeSeantourage were led to their 7.48 point victory by a 24.30 point effort from Tyreek Hill, who got by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD in addition to 7 rushing yards. With this performance, Hill was the number 1 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 21.80 point effort from Matt Forte, who got by the Cleveland Browns defense for 82 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 16 receiving yards.
“We finally got the monkey off our backs,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered were helped out in a losing cause by a 23.42 point effort from Matt Ryan, who got by the Green Bay Packers defense for 288 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards. With this performance, Ryan was the number 6 ranked quarterback for week 8. They also got help from a 18.80 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 5 receiving yards.
“We didn’t get the job done,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered drew the short straw with their schedule this week, as their point total would have resulted in a win against 16 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for DeSeantourage to 5-5, and drops Hakeem I Saw I Conquered to a record of 3-7.
Coming up in week 9, the 2-8 Barbaric Milk Jousters are at DeSeantourage, where DeSeantourage are an early 75-point favorite, while the 8-2 Da South are at Hakeem I Saw I Conquered, where Hakeem I Saw I Conquered are an early 0.4-point underdog.
Maclin on Dat Ass Outlast DaTaminator
Difference Maker: Jonathan Stewart-RB(22.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, Maclin on Dat Ass outlasted a strong DaTaminator team by a score of 156.38 to 135.06, silencing a hostile crowd of 70,054 at CyberDine Field.
Maclin on Dat Ass were led to their 21.32 point victory by a 22.00 point effort from Jonathan Stewart, who got by the Arizona Cardinals defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 25 receiving yards. With this performance, Stewart was the number 2 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 15.40 point effort from Avery Williamson, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars offense for 5 tackles.
“We knew what we had to do and went out and did it,” Maclin on Dat Ass coach Richard Glenn said.
DaTaminator were helped out in a losing cause by a 20.50 point effort from Bobby Wagner, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 11 tackles. With this performance, Wagner was the number 6 ranked defensive linebacker for week 8. They also got help from a 16.46 point effort from Andy Dalton, who got by the Washington Redskins defense for 284 passing yards and 1 passing TD in addition to 21 rushing yards.
“They caught us on an off night,” DaTaminator coach Tam Van said.
This brings the record for Maclin on Dat Ass to 4-6, and drops DaTaminator to a record of 4-6.
Coming up in week 9, 2-8 Breakin Tackles are at Maclin on Dat Ass, where Maclin on Dat Ass are an early 64-point favorite, while the 4-6 BUCKNASTY BOYS are at DaTaminator, where DaTaminator are an early 9.3-point underdog.
Legends Conference
Beer, Cheese, & Brats Take Out Hyde Yo Wife
Difference Maker: Dak Prescott-QB (25.28 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional battle, Beer, Cheese, & Brats beat a strong Hyde Yo Wife team by a score of 197.08 to 171.52, extending the winning streak for Beer, Cheese, & Brats to 7 games. With their 197.08 points, Beer, Cheese, & Brats is now the proud record-holder of the 7th-highest weekly point total in league history.
Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led to their 25.56 point victory by a 25.28 point effort from Dak Prescott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 287 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 38 rushing yards. With this performance, Prescott was the number 5 ranked quarterback for week 8. They also got help from a 20.50 point effort from Bobby Wagner, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 11 tackles.
“We’re glad to get out of here with the ‘W’,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes & Jeremy Bennett said.
Hyde Yo Wife were helped out in a losing cause by a 24.00 point effort from Kwon Alexander, who beat the Oakland Raiders offense for 14 tackles. With this performance, Alexander was the number 2 ranked defensive linebacker for week 8. They also got help from a 18.90 point effort from Rob Gronkowski, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 109 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“We can still hold our heads high,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.
Compounding the issue, Hyde Yo Wife could have scored 199.22 points and earned the win with their best lineup, but Greg Stallworth left key players like Jordan Howard and his corresponding 26.20 points on the bench.
Hyde Yo Wife drew the short straw with their schedule this week, as their point total would have resulted in a win against 18 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for Beer, Cheese, & Brats to 9-1, and drops Hyde Yo Wife to a record of 7-3.
Coming up in week 9, Beer, Cheese, & Brats are at the 6-4 House of Cards, where the House of Cards are an early 6.2-point favorite, while 7-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood are at Hyde Yo Wife, where Hyde Yo Wife are an early 9.8-point underdog.
Soul Snatchers Smash The Gremlins
Difference Maker: Amari Cooper-WR (23.30 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, the Soul Snatchers smashed a tough The Gremlins team by a score of 144.28 to 132.18, behind the support of 73,455 faithful fans at The Soul Coliseum.
The Soul Snatchers were led to their 12.10 point victory by a 23.30 point effort from Amari Cooper, who beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 173 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. With this performance, Cooper was the number 2 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 20.00 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Tennessee Titans offense for 10 tackles.
“Our guys played their hearts out,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.
The Gremlins were helped out in a losing cause by a 15.00 point effort from Vontaze Burfict, who beat the Washington Redskins offense for 10 tackles. They also got help from a 15.00 point effort from Tony Jefferson, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 4 tackles.
“They owned us,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.
This brings the record for the Soul Snatchers to 3-7, and drops The Gremlins to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, the 3-7 Surprise Scorpians are at The Gremlins, where The Gremlins are an early 5.0-point underdog, while the Soul Snatchers are at the 2-8 Carnival of Pain, where the Carnival of Pain are an early 17.4-point underdog.
Carnival of Pain Shock NC Titans
Difference Maker: Tyreek Hill-WR (24.30 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional classic, the Carnival of Pain shocked the NC Titans by a score of 167.92 to 139.70, behind the support of 66,111 faithful fans at The Fun House.
The Carnival of Pain were led to their 28.22 point victory by a 24.30 point effort from Tyreek Hill, who got by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD in addition to 7 rushing yards. With this performance, Hill was the number 1 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 23.42 point effort from Matt Ryan, who got by the Green Bay Packers defense for 288 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards.
“We’re tickled to death,” Carnival of Pain coach Jamian Shavers said.
The NC Titans were helped out in a losing cause by a 15.90 point effort from Luke Kuechly, who beat the Arizona Cardinals offense for 6 tackles. They also got help from a 14.00 point effort from Johnathan Cyprien, who beat the Tennessee Titans offense for 4 tackles.
“They out-hustled us,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.
This brings the record for Carnival of Pain to 2-8, and drops the NC Titans to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, 3-7 The Cruciates Curse are at the NC Titans, where the NC Titans are an early 5.4-point underdog, while the 3-7 Soul Snatchers are at the Carnival of Pain, where the Carnival of Pain are an early 17.4-point underdog.
Church of Zero Tolerance Ruin Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
Difference Maker: T.J. Ward-DB (26.60 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, the Church of Zero Tolerance ruined a tough Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood team by a score of 159.50 to 145.24, extending the losing streak for Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood to 3 games.
The Church of Zero Tolerance were led to their 14.26 point victory by a 26.60 point effort from T.J. Ward, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. With this performance, Ward was the number 1 ranked defensive safety for week 8. They also got help from a 19.40 point effort from Casey Hayward, who beat the Denver Broncos offense for 2 tackles and 1 interception.
“This team has overcome a lot of adversity,” Church of Zero Tolerance coach Larry Mrozowski & Eric Gadson said.
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were helped out in a losing cause by a 30.84 point effort from Aaron Rodgers, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 246 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards. With this performance, Rodgers was the number 2 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 15.50 point effort from Melvin Gordon, who beat the Denver Broncos defense for 111 rushing yards in addition to 44 receiving yards.
“We shot ourselves in the foot,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.
Compounding the issue, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood could have scored 166.74 points and earned the win with their best lineup, but Michael Liotta left key players like Allen Hurns and his corresponding 15.80 points on the bench.
This brings the record for the Church of Zero Tolerance to 6-4, and drops Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood to a record of 7-3.
Coming up in week 9, the Church of Zero Tolerance are at 4-6 Phlying High, where Phlying High are an early 10.6-point favorite, while Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood are at 7-3 Hyde Yo Wife, where Hyde Yo Wife are an early 9.8-point underdog.
Phlying High Soars Passed Surprised Scorpians
Difference Maker: Jonathan Stewart-RB (22.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, Phlying High soared passed a strong Surprise Scorpians team by a score of 175.30 to 155.20, extending the winning streak for Phlying High to 3 games.
Phlying High were led to their 20.10 point victory by a 22.00 point effort from Jonathan Stewart, who got by the Arizona Cardinals defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 25 receiving yards. With this performance, Stewart was the number 2 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 18.80 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 5 receiving yards.
“We brought our A-game,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.
The Surprise Scorpians were helped out in a losing cause by a 30.10 point effort from Tom Brady, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 315 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 15 rushing yards. With this performance, Brady was the number 3 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 19.00 point effort from Jamison Crowder, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“We got a wake-up call,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.
This brings the record for Phlying High to 4-6, and drops the Surprise Scorpians to a record of 3-7.
Coming up in week 9, the 6-4 Church of Zero Tolerance are at Phlying High, where Phlying High are an early 10.6-point favorite, while the Surprise Scorpians are at 6-4 The Gremlins, where The Gremlins are an early 5.0-point underdog.
The Cruciates Curse Wreck House of Cards
Difference Maker: Derek Carr-QB (34.82 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, The Cruciates Curse squeaked by a tough House of Cards team by a score of 169.42 to 156.36, behind the support of 71,343 faithful fans at Hogwart’s Castle.
The Cruciates Curse were led to their 13.06 point victory by a 34.82 point effort from Derek Carr, who tore apart the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 513 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 13 rushing yards. With this performance, Carr was the number 1 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. In addition, Carr entered the The League! – E.F.F.L. Hall Of Fame with this performance as the 17th-ranked individual weekly player score in league history. They also got help from a 21.50 point effort from Will Compton, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception.
“We weren’t going to just lie down,” The Cruciates Curse coach Champ Douglas said.
The House of Cards were helped out in a losing cause by a 21.80 point effort from Matt Forte, who got by the Cleveland Browns defense for 82 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 16 receiving yards. With this performance, Forte was the number 3 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 20.30 point effort from Zach Brown, who beat the New England Patriots offense for 7 tackles.
“The best team won today,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.
Causing further embarrassment, the House of Cards could have scored 182.56 points and earned the win with their best lineup, but Mike Friery left key players like Tyler Eifert and his corresponding 17.70 points on the bench.
This brings the record for The Cruciates Curse to 3-7, and drops the House of Cards to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, 9-1 Beer, Cheese, & Brats are at the House of Cards, where the House of Cards are an early 6.2-point favorite, while The Cruciates Curse are at the 6-4 NC Titans, where the NC Titans are an early 5.4-point underdog.
Double Header/Inter-Conference Games
Hyde Yo Wife Slams I Got Sacks
Difference Maker: Kwon Alexander-LB (24.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, Hyde Yo Wife slammed a strong I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks team by a score of 171.52 to 140.10, behind the support of 66,120 faithful fans at B.o.B. Field.
Hyde Yo Wife were led to their 31.42 point victory by a 24.00 point effort from Kwon Alexander, who beat the Oakland Raiders offense for 14 tackles. With this performance, Alexander was the number 2 ranked defensive linebacker for week 8. They also got help from a 18.90 point effort from Rob Gronkowski, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 109 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“It’s tough to win in a hostile environment,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks were helped out in a losing cause by a 19.00 point effort from Jamison Crowder, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. With this performance, Crowder was the number 5 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 18.70 point effort from Drew Brees, who got by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 265 passing yards and 1 passing TD in addition to 1 rushing yards.
“They outplayed us in every phase of the game,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.
This brings the record for Hyde Yo Wife to 7-3, and drops I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, the 6-4 Carolina Hitmen are at I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, where I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks are an early 20.6-point favorite, while 7-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood are at Hyde Yo Wife, where Hyde Yo Wife are an early 9.8-point underdog.
Clam Diggers Tear Down Carnival of Pain
Difference Maker: T.J. Ward-DB (26.60 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, the Clam Diggers beat a strong Carnival of Pain team by a score of 193.48 to 167.92, extending the winning streak for the Clam Diggers to 7 games. With their 193.48 points, the Clam Diggers is now the proud record-holder of the 10th-highest weekly point total in league history.
The Clam Diggers were led to their 25.56 point victory by a 26.60 point effort from T.J. Ward, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. With this performance, Ward was the number 1 ranked defensive safety for week 8. They also got help from a 25.28 point effort from Dak Prescott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 287 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 38 rushing yards.
“We feel fortunate,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.
The Carnival of Pain were helped out in a losing cause by a 24.30 point effort from Tyreek Hill, who got by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD in addition to 7 rushing yards. With this performance, Hill was the number 1 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 23.42 point effort from Matt Ryan, who got by the Green Bay Packers defense for 288 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards.
“We didn’t play like we’re capable of playing,” Carnival of Pain coach Jamian Shavers said.
This brings the record for the Clam Diggers to 8-2, and drops the Carnival of Pain to a record of 2-8.
Coming up in week 9, 6-4 I Go Deep are at the Clam Diggers, where the Clam Diggers are an early 4.2-point favorite, while the 3-7 Soul Snatchers are at the Carnival of Pain, where the Carnival of Pain are an early 17.4-point underdog.
Da South Run Thru Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
Difference Maker: Aaron Rodgers-QB (30.84 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, Da South ran thru a strong Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood team by a score of 174.84 to 145.24, extending the winning streak for Da South to 3 games.
Da South were led to their 29.60 point victory by a 30.84 point effort from Aaron Rodgers, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 246 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards. With this performance, Rodgers was the number 2 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 24.00 point effort from Kwon Alexander, who beat the Oakland Raiders offense for 14 tackles.
“This team has served notice,” Da South coach Dave Jackson said.
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were helped out in a losing cause by a 30.84 point effort from Aaron Rodgers, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 246 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards. With this performance, Rodgers was the number 2 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 15.50 point effort from Melvin Gordon, who beat the Denver Broncos defense for 111 rushing yards in addition to 44 receiving yards.
“We came out flat,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.
This brings the record for Da South to 8-2, and drops Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood to a record of 7-3.
Coming up in week 9, Da South are at 3-7 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered, where Hakeem I Saw I Conquered are an early 0.4-point underdog, while Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood are at 7-3 Hyde Yo Wife, where Hyde Yo Wife are an early 9.8-point underdog.
Soul Snatchers Vaporize Carolina Hitmen
Difference Maker: Amari Cooper-WR (23.30 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, the Soul Snatchers vaporized a tough Carolina Hitmen team by a score of 144.28 to 130.60, behind the support of 70,207 faithful fans at The Soul Coliseum.
The Soul Snatchers were led to their 13.68 point victory by a 23.30 point effort from Amari Cooper, who beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 173 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. With this performance, Cooper was the number 2 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 20.00 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Tennessee Titans offense for 10 tackles.
“This was a good win for us,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.
The Carolina Hitmen were helped out in a losing cause by a 30.10 point effort from Tom Brady, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 315 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 15 rushing yards. With this performance, Brady was the number 3 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 23.30 point effort from Amari Cooper, who beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 173 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“They caught us on an off night,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.
This brings the record for the Soul Snatchers to 3-7, and drops the Carolina Hitmen to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, the Carolina Hitmen are at 6-4 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, where I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks are an early 20.6-point favorite, while the Soul Snatchers are at the 2-8 Carnival of Pain, where the Carnival of Pain are an early 17.4-point underdog.
DeSeantourage Outrun The Cruciates Curse
Difference Maker: Tyreek Hill-WR (24.30 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, DeSeantourage outran a tough The Cruciates Curse team by a score of 175.60 to 169.42, silencing a hostile crowd of 68,915 at Hogwart’s Castle.
DeSeantourage were led to their 6.18 point victory by a 24.30 point effort from Tyreek Hill, who got by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD in addition to 7 rushing yards. With this performance, Hill was the number 1 ranked wide receiver for week 8. They also got help from a 21.80 point effort from Matt Forte, who got by the Cleveland Browns defense for 82 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 16 receiving yards.
“I’m happy everyone made a contribution,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.
The Cruciates Curse were helped out in a losing cause by a 34.82 point effort from Derek Carr, who tore apart the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 513 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 13 rushing yards. With this performance, Carr was the number 1 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. In addition, Carr entered the The League! – E.F.F.L. Hall Of Fame with this performance as the 17th-ranked individual weekly player score in league history. They also got help from a 21.50 point effort from Will Compton, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception.
“Turnovers killed us,” The Cruciates Curse coach Champ Douglas said.
The Cruciates Curse drew the short straw with their schedule this week, as their point total would have resulted in a win against 17 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for DeSeantourage to 5-5, and drops The Cruciates Curse to a record of 3-7.
Coming up in week 9, the 2-8 Barbaric Milk Jousters are at DeSeantourage, where DeSeantourage are an early 75-point favorite, while The Cruciates Curse are at the 6-4 NC Titans, where the NC Titans are an early 5.4-point underdog.
Phlying High Drops Maclin on Dat Ass
Difference Maker: Jonathan Stewart-RB (22.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, Phlying High beat a strong Maclin on Dat Ass team by a score of 175.30 to 156.38, extending the winning streak for Phlying High to 3 games.
Phlying High were led to their 18.92 point victory by a 22.00 point effort from Jonathan Stewart, who got by the Arizona Cardinals defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 25 receiving yards. With this performance, Stewartwas the number 2 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 18.80 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 5 receiving yards.
“We needed this victory,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.
Maclin on Dat Ass were helped out in a losing cause by a 22.00 point effort from Jonathan Stewart, who got by the Arizona Cardinals defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 25 receiving yards. With this performance, Stewart was the number 2 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 15.40 point effort from Avery Williamson, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars offense for 5 tackles.
“It was a great ride,” Maclin on Dat Ass coach Richard Glenn said.
This brings the record for Phlying High to 4-6, and drops Maclin on Dat Ass to a record of 4-6.
Coming up in week 9, 2-8 Breakin Tackles are at Maclin on Dat Ass, where Maclin on Dat Ass are an early 64-point favorite, while the 6-4 Church of Zero Tolerance are at Phlying High, where Phlying High are an early 10.6-point favorite.
Beer, Cheese, & Brats Bash Hakeem I Saw I Conquered
Difference Maker: Dak Prescott-QB (25.28 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, Beer, Cheese, & Brats bashed a strong Hakeem I Saw I Conquered team by a score of 197.08 to 168.12, extending the winning streak for Beer, Cheese, & Brats to 7 games. With their 197.08 points, Beer, Cheese, & Brats is now the proud record-holder of the 7th-highest weekly point total in league history.
Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led to their 28.96 point victory by a 25.28 point effort from Dak Prescott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 287 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 38 rushing yards. With this performance, Prescott was the number 5 ranked quarterback for week 8. They also got help from a 20.50 point effort from Bobby Wagner, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 11 tackles.
“This win was no fluke, we had a great week of practice” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes & Jeremy Bennett said.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered were helped out in a losing cause by a 23.42 point effort from Matt Ryan, who got by the Green Bay Packers defense for 288 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards. With this performance, Ryan was the number 6 ranked quarterback for week 8. They also got help from a 18.80 point effort from DeMarco Murray, who beat the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 123 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 5 receiving yards.
“Our defense didn’t show up today,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered drew the short straw with their schedule this week, as their point total would have resulted in a win against 16 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for Beer, Cheese, & Brats to 9-1, and drops Hakeem I Saw I Conquered to a record of 3-7.
Coming up in week 9, 8-2 Da South are at Hakeem I Saw I Conquered, where Hakeem I Saw I Conquered are an early 0.4-point underdog, while Beer, Cheese, & Brats are at the 6-4 House of Cards, where the House of Cards are an early 6.2-point favorite.
The Gremlins Get Pass Breakin Tackles
Difference Maker: Vontaze Burfict-LB (15.00 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, The Gremlins squeaked by a tough Breakin Tackles team by a score of 132.18 to 121.78, extending the losing streak for Breakin Tackles to 5 games.
The Gremlins were led to their 10.40 point victory by a 15.00 point effort from Vontaze Burfict, who beat the Washington Redskins offense for 10 tackles. They also got help from a 15.00 point effort from Tony Jefferson, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 4 tackles.
“We’re going to savor this victory,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.
Breakin Tackles were helped out in a losing cause by a 15.80 point effort from Allen Hurns, who got by the Tennessee Titans defense for 98 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. They also got help from a 14.30 point effort from Cliff Avril, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 3 tackles and 1.0 QB sack.
“Penalties killed us,” Breakin Tackles coach Chris Butler said.
The Gremlins took advantage of their schedule this week, as their point total would have gone for a loss against 18 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for The Gremlins to 6-4, and drops Breakin Tackles to a record of 2-8.
Coming up in week 9, Breakin Tackles are at 4-6 Maclin on Dat Ass, where Maclin on Dat Ass are an early 64-point favorite, while the 3-7 Surprise Scorpians are at The Gremlins, where The Gremlins are an early 5.0-point underdog.
NC Titans Whip BUCKNASTY BOYS
Difference Maker: Luke Kuechly-LB (15.90 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, the NC Titans whipped a hapless BUCKNASTY BOYS team by a score of 139.70 to 87.78, silencing a hostile crowd of 65,268 at BUCKNASTY Field.
The NC Titans were led to their 51.92 point victory by a 15.90 point effort from Luke Kuechly, who beat the Arizona Cardinals offense for 6 tackles. They also got help from a 14.00 point effort from Johnathan Cyprien, who beat the Tennessee Titans offense for 4 tackles.
“It feels great to be where we are at,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.
The BUCKNASTY BOYS were helped out in a losing cause by a 13.00 point effort from Karlos Dansby, who beat the Washington Redskins offense for 6 tackles. They also got help from a 11.60 point effort from Julian Edelman, who snuck past the Buffalo Bills defense for 37 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“Give them all the credit,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.
The NC Titans took advantage of their schedule this week, as their point total would have gone for a loss against 16 out of 22 other potential opponents in week 8.
This brings the record for the NC Titans to 6-4, and drops the BUCKNASTY BOYS to a record of 4-6.
Coming up in week 9, the BUCKNASTY BOYS are at 4-6 DaTaminator, where DaTaminator are an early 9.3-point underdog, while 3-7 The Cruciates Curse are at the NC Titans, where the NC Titans are an early 5.4-point underdog.
Church of Zero Tolerance Purge DaTaminator
Difference Maker: T.J. Ward-DB (26.60 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, the Church of Zero Tolerance beat a strong DaTaminator team by a score of 159.50 to 135.06, silencing a hostile crowd of 70,522 at CyberDine Field.
The Church of Zero Tolerance were led to their 24.44 point victory by a 26.60 point effort from T.J. Ward, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 7 tackles and 1 interception. With this performance, Ward was the number 1 ranked defensive safety for week 8. They also got help from a 19.40 point effort from Casey Hayward, who beat the Denver Broncos offense for 2 tackles and 1 interception.
“We made a statement here today,” Church of Zero Tolerance coach Larry Mrozowski & Eric Gadson said.
DaTaminator were helped out in a losing cause by a 20.50 point effort from Bobby Wagner, who beat the New Orleans Saints offense for 11 tackles. With this performance, Wagnerwas the number 6 ranked defensive linebacker for week 8. They also got help from a 16.46 point effort from Andy Dalton, who got by the Washington Redskins defense for 284 passing yards and 1 passing TD in addition to 21 rushing yards.
“Not to take away anything from our opponents, but we didn’t play like we’re capable of playing,” DaTaminator coach Tam Van said.
This brings the record for the Church of Zero Tolerance to 6-4, and drops DaTaminator to a record of 4-6.
Coming up in week 9, the 4-6 BUCKNASTY BOYS are at DaTaminator, where DaTaminator are an early 9.3-point underdog, while the Church of Zero Tolerance are at 4-6 Phlying High, where Phlying High are an early 10.6-point favorite.
Surprise Scorpians Puzzle I Go Deep
Difference Maker: Tom Brady-QB (30.10 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, the Surprise Scorpians puzzled a hapless I Go Deep team by a score of 155.20 to 93.22, silencing a rowdy crowd of 72,451 at Myles Deep Field.
The Surprise Scorpians were led to their 61.98 point victory by a 30.10 point effort from Tom Brady, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 315 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 15 rushing yards. With this performance, Bradywas the number 3 ranked overall fantasy scorer for week 8. They also got help from a 19.00 point effort from Jamison Crowder, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“We’re tickled pink to get this win,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.
I Go Deep were helped out in a losing cause by a 13.20 point effort from Everson Griffen, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 5 tackles and 1.0 QB sack. They also got help from a 10.90 point effort from John Brown, who snuck past the Carolina Panthers defense for 49 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD.
“They out-coached us,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.
This brings the record for the Surprise Scorpians to 3-7, and drops I Go Deep to a record of 6-4.
Coming up in week 9, I Go Deep are at the 8-2 Clam Diggers, where the Clam Diggers are an early 4.2-point favorite, while the Surprise Scorpians are at 6-4 The Gremlins, where The Gremlins are an early 5.0-point underdog.
House of Cards Fluster Barbaric Milk Jousters
Difference Maker: Matt Forte-RB (21.80 pts)
In a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, the House of Cards flustered a strong Barbaric Milk Jousters team by a score of 156.36 to 115.40, extending the losing streak for the Barbaric Milk Jousters to 4 games.
The House of Cards were led to their 40.96 point victory by a 21.80 point effort from Matt Forte, who got by the Cleveland Browns defense for 82 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 16 receiving yards. With this performance, Forte was the number 3 ranked running back for week 8. They also got help from a 20.30 point effort from Zach Brown, who beat the New England Patriots offense for 7 tackles.
“We’re happy we could pull this one out in the end,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.
The Barbaric Milk Jousters were helped out in a losing cause by a 14.00 point effort from Derrick Johnson, who beat the Indianapolis Colts offense for 8 tackles. They also got help from a 13.90 point effort from Andrew Luck, who got by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 210 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 60 rushing yards.
“I’m really proud of our guys’ effort,” Barbaric Milk Jousters coach Aaron Mathiason said.
This brings the record for the House of Cards to 6-4, and drops the Barbaric Milk Jousters to a record of 2-8.
Coming up in week 9, the Barbaric Milk Jousters are at 5-5 DeSeantourage, where DeSeantourage are an early 75-point favorite, while 9-1 Beer, Cheese, & Brats are at the House of Cards, where the House of Cards are an early 6.2-point favorite.
**Top 5 E.L.S.I.E. Poll**
1. Beer, Cheese, & Brats (9-1)
2. Clam Diggers (8-2)
3. Da South (8-2)
4. Hyde Yo Wife (7-3)
5. Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (7-3)
**E.L.S.I.E. Island**
I Go Deep (93.22), the Carolina Hitmen (130.60), the NC Titans (139.70) and I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (140.10) were all eliminated from E.L.S.I.E. Island this weekend during the second of three Double Header Weekends. Mr. Davis, Mr. Morgan, Mr. Kendrick & Mr. Jackson, we bid you farewell as your stay among the rest of us on E.L.S.I.E. Island has come to an end…
- Week 8 Elimination:
I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, coached by Robert Jackson - Week 8 Elimination:
NC Titans, coached by Manzel Kendrick - Week 8 Elimination:
Carolina Hitmen, coached by Ronnell Morgan - Week 8 Elimination:
I Go Deep, coached by Nick Davis - Week 7 Elimination:
The Cruciates Curse, coached by Champ Douglas - Week 6 Elimination:
Church of Zero Tolerance, coached by Larry Mrozowski - Week 5 Elimination:
Breakin Tackles, coached by Chris Butler - Week 4 Elimination:
Barbaric Milk Jousters, coached by Aaron Mathiason - Week 4 Elimination:
Phlying High, coached by Jake Fields - Week 4 Elimination:
The Gremlins, coached by Dan Arcand - Week 4 Elimination:
Soul Snatchers, coached by Marcus McKinley - Week 3 Elimination:
BUCKNASTY BOYS, coached by Jesse Lowrey - Week 2 Elimination:
DaTaminator, coached by Tam Van - Week 1 Elimination:
Surprise Scorpians, coached by Robert Elliott
**Bounties & Fines**
Bounties – $5.00
“The Snickers Award” – The Most Satisfying Player of the Week (Fantasy Gem) – Derek Carr-QB (34.82 fantasy points)
Origins: None, Da South did not start Carr
Legends: The Cruciates Curse
“The Buddy Ryan Award” – The Highest Defensive Scoring Player of the Week (Fantasy Gem) – Star Lotulelei-DL (26.70 fantasy points)
Origins: None
Legends: None
“The Gold Standard Award” – Team with the Highest Score in a Single Week
Origins: Clam Diggers(193.48)
Legends: Beer, Cheese, & Brats (197.08)
“The World Beater Award” – Largest Margin of Victory in a Single Week
Origins: Da South (87.06)
Legends: Carnival of Pain (28.22)
“The Joe Montana Award” – The Most Satisfying QB of the Week (Voided if the Fantasy Gem)
Origins: Voided, Fantasy Gem
Legends: Voided, Fantasy Gem
“The Jim Brown Award” – The Most Satisfying RB of the Week – Jordan Howard (26.20)
Origins: None, Maclin on Dat Ass did not start Howard
Legends: None, Hyde Yo Wife did not start Howard
“The Jerry Rice Award” – The Most Satisfying WR of the Week – Tyreek Hill (24.30)
Origins: DeSeantourage
Legends: Carnival of Pain
“The Kellen Winslow Award” – The Most Satisfying TE of the Week – Rob Gronkowski (18.90)
Origins: Da South
Legends: Hyde Yo Wife
“The Lou Groza Award” – The Most Satisfying K of the Week – Wil Lutz (16.50)
Origins: None
Legends: None
“The Reggie White Award” – The Most Satisfying DL of the Week (Voided if the Defensive Fantasy Gem)
Origins: Voided, Fantasy Gem
Legends: Voided, Fantasy Gem
“The Lawrence Taylor Award” – The Most Satisfying LB of the Week – Dee Ford (25.10)
Origins: None
Legends: None
“The Deion Sanders Award” – The Most Satisfying DB of the Week – T.J. Ward (26.60)
Origins: Clam Diggers
Legends: Church of Zero Tolerance
Bounties – $10.00
“The Prophet Award” – Having Five Starters Score 20 Points or More in a Single Week
Origins: None
Legends: None
Fines – (-$5.00)
“The Bridesmaid Award” – Closest Loss of the Week
Origins: Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (7.48)
Legends: The Cruciates Curse (6.18)
“The Doormat Award” – Largest Margin of Defeat in a Single Week
Origins: BUCKNASTY BOYS (87.06)
Legends: NC Titans (28.22)
“The Just Not Enough Award” – Team with the Lowest Score in a Single Week
Origins: BUCKNASTY BOYS (87.78)
Legends: The Gremlins (132.18)
“The Out Performed Award” – Biggest Out Performance of a Starter/Bench Player
Origins: Maclin on Dat Ass– Started Christine Michael-RB (10.20) while out performed by Jordan Howard-RB (26.20)
Legends: Hyde Yo Wife – Started Spencer Ware-RB (4.70) while out performed by Jordan Howard-RB (26.20)
Fines – (-$10.00)
“The Hindsight Award” aka Poor Coaching Decisions – The Losing Team with the Most Points Left on the Bench
Origins: BUCKNASTY BOYS (54.22)
Legends: Carnival of Pain (83.40)
Fines – (-$15.00)
“The Bench Warmers Award” – Having All of Your Starters Score 15 Points or Less in a Single Week
Origins: I Go Deep, BUCKNASTY BOYS, Barbaric Milk Jousters
Legends: None
**Keeper’s Violations**
Week 1:
Keeper 1 Violation – Forfeiture of Tiebreakers, on the Breakin Tackles franchise for dropping (K1) Justin Houston-LB. The franchise will lose any and all tiebreakers (divisional or conference) for the remainder of the season.
Week 2:
Keeper 3 Violation – Forfeiture of Draft Pick, on the Breakin Tackles franchise for dropping (K3) Jarvis Landry-WR. The franchise will lose their 3rd, 4th or 5th Round selection in the upcoming fantasy draft. The round selected will depend on where team finishes that season. A playoff team will lose their 3rd Round selection and a team finishing last in their division will lose a 5th Round selection. By default, a 4th Round selection will be lost if the other two selector’s are not met.
Week 3:
Keeper 1 Violation – Forfeiture of Tiebreakers, on the Clam Diggers franchise for dropping (K1) Julius Peppers-LB. The franchise will lose any and all tiebreakers (divisional or conference) for the remainder of the season.
**League Perks**
This is more of an FYI for all league members what League Perks have been used, are still in effect, or have not been utilized as of yet for the 2016 season. This is here so that no league member gets blind sided later on when a perk is used.
Used:
Hakeem I Saw I Conquered used their League Perk to move up three spots in this seasons draft.
I Got Sacks used their 10 point Home Field Advantage for their first four home games (4/4).
In Effect:
None.
Have Not Been Used As of Yet:
I Got Sacks can use their contracts as they see fit in 2016.
Hyde Yo Wife can use their contracts as they see fit in 2016.
Surprise Scorpians have not used their immunity League Perk as of yet.
