The E.L.S.I.E. Fantasy Times – Sep 10, 2015
The Thursday Morning Quarterback is up, albeit The Thursday Night Quarterback, but it is up. So Let’s Get To It!!!
JUICE’S and BERRY’s at I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks
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JUICE’S and BERRY’s: Matthew Stafford-QB (15.52) / I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks: Jamaal Charles-RB (15.60)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, JUICE’S and BERRY’s can expect a 15.52 point effort from Matthew Stafford in week 1, who is expected to get by the San Diego Chargers defense for 273 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 6 rushing yards.
“We have to pull out all the stops,” JUICE’S and BERRY’s coach Monte Johnson said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks can expect a 15.6 point effort from Jamaal Charles in week 1, who is expected to sneak past the Houston Texans defense for 70 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 25 receiving yards.
“We’ve got a top-tier offense against a first-rate defense — something’s got to give,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.
The Line: I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, -20.0
Dread Pirate Oso at Clam Diggers
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Dread Pirate Oso: Carlos Hyde-RB (18.10) / Clam Diggers: Adrian Peterson-RB (16.90)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Dread Pirate Oso can expect a 18.1 point effort from Carlos Hyde in week 1, who is expected to get by the Minnesota Vikings defense for 84 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 11 receiving yards.
“We have to play with our ears pinned back,” Dread Pirate Oso coach Mac said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Clam Diggers can expect a 16.9 point effort from Adrian Peterson in week 1, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 85 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 22 receiving yards.
“We’ve got an intriguing matchup,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.
The Line: Clam Diggers -22.4
***Game of the Week***
#5 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered at #3 Georgia Boy
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Hakeem I Saw I Conquered: DeMarco Murray-RB (16.40) / Georgia Boy: Demaryius Thomas-WR (17.30)
Coming up in Week 1 of The League! – E.F.F.L., an intra-divisional, Top 5 showdown, between #5 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered and #3 Georgia Boy at Georgia Boy Dome.
“We have to get after it,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta stated after acknowledging that rushing yards will be hard to come by for running back DeMarco Murray going up Georgia Boy’s trio of line backers in David Harris, Lawrence Timmons and K.J. Wright. Also, coach Liotta noted that they had to contain the pass/catch combination of Aaron Rodgers and Demaryius Thomas for Georgia Boy.
Meanwhile, Georgia Boy coach Jimmie Lewis stated “We have to leave everything on the field,”. Coach Lewis firmly knows that they will have to bring their “A” game if they indeed want to start the season off on the right track.
This is the first match up of two games between these two franchises on the schedule in 2015, and is sure to be a classic showdown.
The Line: Hakeem I Saw I Conquered -20.4
Carolina Hitmen at #4 San Diego Goats
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Carolina Hitmen: / San Diego Goats: Jarvis Landry-WR (17.80)
The Carolina Hitmen challenge the San Diego Goats at The Barn in Week 1.
“We’re playing the role of spoilers,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, San Diego Goats can expect a 17.8 point effort from Jarvis Landry in week 1, who is expected to sneak past the Washington Redskins defense for 66 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs.
“We have to stay hungry,” San Diego Goats coach Chad Kutzke said.
The Line: N/A
#1 DeSeantourage at BUCKNASTY BOYS
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DeSeantourage: Randall Cobb-WR (15.70) / BUCKNASTY BOYS: Ben Roethlisberger-QB (16.32)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DeSeantourage can expect a 15.7 point effort from Randall Cobb in week 1, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 90 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs in addition to 2 rushing yards.
“The season is a marathon – not a sprint,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, BUCKNASTY BOYS can expect a 16.32 point effort from Ben Roethlisberger in week 1, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 298 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 4 rushing yards.
“We have to come together as a team,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.
The Line: DeSeantourage -20.6
1010011010 at I Go Deep
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1010011010: Eddie Lacy-RB (17.10) / I Go Deep: Odell Beckham Jr.-WR (16.50)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, 1010011010 can expect a 17.1 point effort from Eddie Lacy in week 1, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 88 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 23 receiving yards.
“We have to eliminate the mental mistakes,” 1010011010 coach Mark Garlitz said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Go Deep can expect a 16.5 point effort from Odell Beckham in week 1, who is expected to get by the Dallas Cowboys defense for 91 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs in addition to 2 rushing yards.
“We can’t let the crowd faze them,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.
The Line: I Go Deep -7.3
Hyde Yo Wife at Beer, Cheese, & Brats
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Hyde Yo Wife: Jarvis Landry-WR (17.80) / Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Peyton Manning-QB (17.04)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hyde Yo Wife can expect a 17.8 point effort from Jarvis Landry in week 1, who is expected to sneak past the Washington Redskins defense for 66 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs.
“We’re coming off a heartbreaking loss,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 17.04 point effort from Peyton Manning in week 1, who is expected to beat the Baltimore Ravens defense for 301 passing yards and 2 passing TDs.
“We should just go out there and have fun,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.
The Line: Hyde Yo Wife -15.1
The Gremlins at Orange Peanuts
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The Gremlins: Marshawn Lynch-RB (15.70) / Orange Peanuts: Adrian Peterson-RB (16.90)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 15.7 point effort from Randall Cobb in week 1, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 90 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs in addition to 2 rushing yards.
“We really have to take it to them,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Orange Peanuts can expect a 16.9 point effort from Adrian Peterson in week 1, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 85 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 22 receiving yards.
“Turnovers will be the key,” Orange Peanuts coach Champ Douglas said.
The Line: The Gremlins -8.2
#2 NC Titans at Fear The CAT
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NC Titans: Andrew Luck-QB (17.44) / Fear The CAT: Jeremy Hill-RB (16.30)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, NC Titans can expect a 17.44 point effort from Andrew Luck in week 1, who is expected to get by the Buffalo Bills defense for 281 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 22 rushing yards.
“This game is for the bragging rights,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Fear The CAT can expect a 16.3 point effort from Jeremy Hill in week 1, who is expected to get by the Oakland Raiders defense for 83 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 20 receiving yards.
“We have to play within ourselves,” Fear The CAT coach Billy Hewitt said.
The Line: Fear The CAT -19.0
Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! at Surprise Scorpians
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Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs!: Matthew Stafford-QB (15.52)/ Surprise Scorpians: Tom Brady-QB (18.10)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! can expect a 15.52 point effort from Matthew Stafford in week 1, who is expected to get by the San Diego Chargers defense for 273 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 6 rushing yards.
“We don’t play these games on paper,” Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! coach Joshua Hagerman said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Surprise Scorpians can expect a 18.1 point effort from Tom Brady in week 1, who is expected to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 320 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 3 rushing yards.
“You take what the defense gives you,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said
The Line: Surprise Scorpians -22.2
Phlying High at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
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Phlying High: DeMarco Murray-RB (16.40) / Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Aaron Rodgers-QB (17.26)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Phlying High can expect a 16.4 point effort from DeMarco Murray in week 1, who is expected to get by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 83 rushing yards and 1 rushing TDs in addition to 18 receiving yards.
“We have to step up and make plays,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 17.26 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 1, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 294 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 15 rushing yards.
“We match up well,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.
The Line: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood -3.5
Soul Snatchers at Jamstradamus
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Soul Snatchers: Mike Evans-WR (13.10) / Jamstradamus: Russell Wilson-QB (11.28)
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Soul Snatchers can expect a 13.1 point effort from Mike Evans in week 1, who is expected to sneak past the Tennessee Titans defense for 71 receiving yards and 1 receiving TDs.
“We need to turn up the intensity,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.
Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Jamstradamus can expect a 11.28 point effort from Russell Wilson in week 1, who is expected to get by the St. Louis Rams defense for 207 passing yards and 1 passing TDs in addition to 40 rushing yards.
“We have to get after it,” Jamstradamus coach Mike said.
The Line: Jamstradamus: -4.9
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