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NC Titans (1-8) at Make Origins Great Again (6-3)
X-Factors:
NC Titans: Dalvin Cook-RB (18.93) / Make Origins Great Again: Deebo Samuel-WR (17.90)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional battle, the 1-8 
play 6-3 
at American Legion Field at M.O.G.A. Stadium.
The NC Titans were led in week 7 by a 36.10 point effort from Ja’Marr Chase, who tore apart the Baltimore Ravens defense for 201 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jadeveon Clowney was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 4.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 18.93 point effort from Dalvin Cook in week 8, who is expected to get by the Dallas Cowboys defense for 87.23 rushing yards and 0.67 rushing TD’s in addition to 25.77 receiving yards.
“We’re playing the role of spoilers,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.
Make Origins Great Again were led in week 7 by a 23.40 point effort from Deebo Samuel, who got by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 100 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Make Origins Great Again can expect a 17.90 point effort from Deebo Samuel in week 8, who is expected to get by the Chicago Bears defense for 83.65 receiving yards and 0.4 receiving TD in addition to 6.74 rushing yards.
“We have to stay hungry,” Make Origins Great Again coach Greg Stallworth said.
In the 3-year history of this rivalry, Make Origins Great Again holds a 3-1 all-time series record against the NC Titans.
Opening Line: Make Origins Great Again -13.2
Clam Diggers (5-4) at The Urge to Purge (4-5)
X-Factors:
Clam Diggers: Josh Allen-QB (23.57) / The Urge to Purge: Justin Herbert-QB (18.65)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional matchup, the 5-4 
challenge 4-5 
, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, at a Nation Reborn Field at Anarchy Stadium.
The Clam Diggers were led in week 7 by a 31.60 point effort from Mike Evans, who got by the Chicago Bears defense for 76 receiving yards and 3 receiving TD’s. In addition, Von Miller was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 2.25 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Clam Diggers can expect a 23.57 point effort from Josh Allen in week 8, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 283.91 passing yards and 2.28 passing TD’s in addition to 32.65 rushing yards.
“We have to eliminate the mental mistakes,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.
The Urge to Purge were led in week 7 by a 27.30 point effort from A.J. Brown, who beat the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 133 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jalen Ramsey was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 18.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an illness, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Urge to Purge can expect a 18.65 point effort from Justin Herbert in week 8, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 282.79 passing yards and 2.08 passing TD’s in addition to 12.67 rushing yards.
“We can’t get hung up over bad calls,” The Urge to Purge coach Theron K. Shavers Jr. & Jamian Shavers said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a epic battle. In the 6-year history of this rivalry, The Urge to Purge holds a 4-3 all-time series record against the Clam Diggers.
Opening Line: The Urge to Purge -28.9
TMBGz (8-1) at Watch Out Lil’ Bitch (2-7)
X-Factors:
TMBGz: Derrick Henry-RB (21.19) / Watch Out Lil’ Bitch: Stefon Diggs-WR (19.99)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional clash, 8-1 
, who hope to extend their 4 game winning streak, challenge 2-7 
at Lights Out Central Stadium.
TMBGz were led in week 7 by a 37.60 point effort from Cooper Kupp, who beat the Detroit Lions defense for 156 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. In addition, D’Andre Swift was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 30.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured groin, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, TMBGz can expect a 21.19 point effort from Derrick Henry in week 8, who is expected to beat the Indianapolis Colts defense for 116.95 rushing yards and 1.11 rushing TD’s in addition to 11.68 receiving yards.
“We’ll have to find a way to contain Diggs,” TMBGz coach Tee Tabron said.
Watch Out Lil’ Bitch were led in week 7 by a 33.90 point effort from Alvin Kamara, who snuck past the Seattle Seahawks defense for 51 rushing yards in addition to 128 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Watch Out Lil’ Bitch can expect a 19.99 point effort from Stefon Diggs in week 8, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 96.65 receiving yards and 0.45 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.1 rushing yards.
“We have to put that last loss behind us,” Watch Out Lil’ Bitch coach Ronnell Morgan said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a epic battle. In the 2-year history of this rivalry, TMBGz holds a 4-1 all-time series record against Watch Out Lil’ Bitch.
Opening Line: TMBGz -18.2
The Reapers (4-5) at Beating Macaque (3-6)
X-Factors:
The Reapers: Kyler Murray-QB (20.34) / Beating Macaque: Patrick Mahomes-QB (20.81)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional matchup, 4-5 
engage 3-6 
, who hope to end their 3 game losing streak, at Jerky Boys Field at Macaque Stadium.
The Reapers were led in week 7 by a 27.85 point effort from Foyesade Oluokun, who beat the Miami Dolphins offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Davante Adams was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 19.60 points, but he’s now on the injured reserve, which will prevent him from contributing at all this week. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Reapers can expect a 20.34 point effort from Kyler Murray in week 8, who is expected to get by the Green Bay Packers defense for 261.73 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 31.79 rushing yards.
“This will be a tough test for our players,” The Reapers coach Larry Mrozowski said.
Beating Macaque were led in week 7 by a 25.30 point effort from Damien Harris, who beat the New York Jets defense for 106 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 7 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beating Macaque can expect a 20.81 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 8, who is expected to get by the New York Giants defense for 288.09 passing yards and 2.36 passing TD’s in addition to 23.51 rushing yards.
“We need to step up to the next level,” Beating Macaque coach Josh Craig said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a epic battle.
Opening Line: Beating Macaque -5.7 (Pick ’em)
**Preview of the Week**
Beer, Cheese, & Brats (7-2) at The Gremlins (5-4)
X-Factors:
Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Derrick Henry-RB (21.19) / The Gremlins: Justin Jefferson-WR (17.18)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional battle, 7-2 
play 5-4 
at Mogwai Coliseum.
Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 7 by a 36.10 point effort from Ja’Marr Chase, who tore apart the Baltimore Ravens defense for 201 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 21.19 point effort from Derrick Henry in week 8, who is expected to beat the Indianapolis Colts defense for 116.95 rushing yards and 1.11 rushing TD’s in addition to 11.68 receiving yards.
“We have to crank it up a notch,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.
The Gremlins were led in week 7 by a 27.85 point effort from Foyesade Oluokun, who beat the Miami Dolphins offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Miles Sanders was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 3.70 points, but he’s now on the injured reserve, which will prevent him from contributing at all this week. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 17.18 point effort from Justin Jefferson in week 8, who is expected to get by the Dallas Cowboys defense for 85.81 receiving yards and 0.43 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.38 rushing yards.
“We really have to take it to them,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a classic showdown. In the 6-year history of this rivalry, Beer, Cheese, & Brats hold a 8-4 all-time series record against The Gremlins.
Opening Line: Beer, Cheese, & Brats -25.5
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (7-2) at Alderaan Wookies (5-4)
X-Factors:
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Patrick Mahomes-QB (20.81) / Alderaan Wookies: Justin Herbert-QB (18.65)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional rivalry, 7-2 
, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, engage the 5-4 
at Death Star Hanger Bay.
Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 7 by a 21.50 point effort from Mike Gesicki, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 85 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Christian Kirksey was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 10.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured thumb, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 20.81 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 8, who is expected to get by the New York Giants defense for 288.09 passing yards and 2.36 passing TD’s in addition to 23.51 rushing yards.
“This is a game for the ages,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.
The Alderaan Wookies were led in week 7 by a 19.60 point effort from Davante Adams, who got by the Washington Football Team defense for 76 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jalen Ramsey was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 18.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an illness, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Alderaan Wookies can expect a 18.65 point effort from Justin Herbert in week 8, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 282.79 passing yards and 2.08 passing TD’s in addition to 12.67 rushing yards.
“We have to get after their quarterback,” Alderaan Wookies coach Champ Douglas said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a game for the ages. In the 5-year history of this rivalry, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood holds a 5-2 all-time series record against the Alderaan Wookies.
Opening Line: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood -7.5
Miggity Mac Daddy (4-5) at Surprise Scorpions (7-2)
X-Factors:
Miggity Mac Daddy: Kyler Murray-QB (20.34) / Surprise Scorpions: Cooper Kupp-WR (19.55)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional clash, 4-5 
engage the 7-2 
at AlcoholicA Stadium.
Miggity Mac Daddy were led in week 7 by a 30.50 point effort from Deion Jones, who beat the Miami Dolphins offense for 11 tackles. In addition, Julio Jones was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 5.80 points, but he’s listed as out in week 8 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Miggity Mac Daddy can expect a 20.34 point effort from Kyler Murray in week 8, who is expected to get by the Green Bay Packers defense for 261.73 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 31.79 rushing yards.
“We have to avoid a big letdown,” Miggity Mac Daddy coach Joe Misiura said.
The Surprise Scorpions were led in week 7 by a 37.60 point effort from Cooper Kupp, who beat the Detroit Lions defense for 156 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. In addition, Nick Folk was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 14.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpions can expect a 19.55 point effort from Cooper Kupp in week 8, who is expected to get by the Houston Texans defense for 84.16 receiving yards and 0.75 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.48 rushing yards.
“When these two teams get together you can throw out their records,” Surprise Scorpions coach Robert Elliott said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a epic battle. In the 2-year history of this rivalry, the all-time series record is tied at two games a piece between these two teams.
Opening Line: Surprise Scorpions -5.1 (Pick ’em)
House of Cards (1-8) at Da Bearz (3-6)
X-Factors:
House of Cards: Stefon Diggs-WR (19.99) / Da Bearz: Josh Allen-QB (23.57)
Coming up in a week 8 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional rivalry, the 1-8 
challenge 3-6 
, who hope to end their 6 game losing streak, at Soldier Field.
The House of Cards were led in week 7 by a 30.40 point effort from D’Andre Swift, who snuck past the Los Angeles Rams defense for 48 rushing yards in addition to 96 receiving yards. In addition, J.J. Watt was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 3.50 points, but he’s listed as out in week 8 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the House of Cards can expect a 19.99 point effort from Stefon Diggs in week 8, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 96.65 receiving yards and 0.45 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.1 rushing yards.
“He gets the most out of his players,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.
Da Bearz were led in week 7 by a 21.66 point effort from Aaron Rodgers, who got by the Washington Football Team defense for 274 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 17 rushing yards. In addition, Sebastian Joseph-Day was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 12.50 points, but he’s listed as out in week 8 due to an injured chest, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Da Bearz can expect a 23.57 point effort from Josh Allen in week 8, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 283.91 passing yards and 2.28 passing TD’s in addition to 32.65 rushing yards.
“We have to shore up our defense,” Da Bearz coach Rob Thomas said.
This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a game for the ages.
Opening Line: House of Cards -5.9 (Pick ’em)
