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TMBGz (10-2) at The Urge to Purge (7-5)

X-Factors:

TMBGz: Tom Brady-QB (21.30) / The Urge to Purge: Austin Ekeler-RB (21.21)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 10-2 TMBGz engage 7-5 The Urge to Purge, who hope to extend their 6 game winning streak, at a Nation Reborn Field at Anarchy Stadium.

TMBGz were led in week 9 by a 22.60 point effort from DeVonta Smith, who beat the Los Angeles Chargers defense for 116 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, TMBGz can expect a 21.30 point effort from Tom Brady in week 10, who is expected to beat the Washington Football Team defense for 313 passing yards and 2.5 passing TD’s in addition to 2.07 rushing yards.

We have to avoid a big letdown,” TMBGz coach Tee Tabron said.

The Urge to Purge were led in week 9 by a 32.30 point effort from Nick Chubb, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 137 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 26 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Urge to Purge can expect a 18.60 point effort from Travis Kelce in week 10, who is expected to get by the Las Vegas Raiders defense for 78 receiving yards and 0.74 receiving TD.

We have to play like we’re capable of playing,” 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 2-year history of this rivalry, TMBGz holds a 2-1 all-time series record against The Urge to Purge.

Opening Line: The Urge to Purge -5.3 (Pick ’em)

The Reapers (4-8) at Make Origins Great Again (9-3)

X-Factors:

The Reapers: Davante Adams-WR (19.52) / Make Origins Great Again: Lamar Jackson-QB (19.29)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, 4-8 The Reapers, who hope to end their 3 game losing streak, face off against 9-3 Make Origins Great Again at American Legion Field at M.O.G.A. Stadium.

The Reapers were led in week 9 by a 23.58 point effort from Kirk Cousins, who snuck past the Baltimore Ravens defense for 187 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 1 rushing yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Reapers can expect a 19.52 point effort from Davante Adams in week 10, who is expected to get by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 80 receiving yards and 0.77 receiving TD’s.

We have to crank it up,” The Reapers coach Larry Mrozowski said.

Make Origins Great Again were led in week 9 by a 31.45 point effort from Micah Parsons, who beat the Denver Broncos offense for 8 tackles. In addition, Keenan Allen was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 22.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured knee, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Make Origins Great Again can expect a 19.29 point effort from Lamar Jackson in week 10, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 235 passing yards and 1.67 passing TD’s in addition to 55 rushing yards.

This is a big game for them,” Make Origins Great Again coach Greg Stallworth said.

In the 4-year history of this rivalry, the all-time series record is tied at two games a piece between these two teams.

Opening Line: Make Origins Great Again -2.2 (Pick ’em)

Watch Out Lil’ Bitch (3-9) at Clam Diggers (5-7)

X-Factors:

Watch Out Lil’ Bitch: Stefon Diggs-WR (17.83) / Clam Diggers: Josh Allen-QB (21.41)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 3-9 Watch Out Lil' Bitch face off against the 5-7 Clam Diggers, who hope to end their 3 game losing streak, at Clam Digger Stadium.

Watch Out Lil’ Bitch were led in week 9 by a 20.40 point effort from Alvin Kamara, who snuck past the Atlanta Falcons defense for 50 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 54 receiving yards. In addition, Brian Burns was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 18.05 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Watch Out Lil’ Bitch can expect a 17.83 point effort from Stefon Diggs in week 10, who is expected to get by the New York Jets defense for 85.17 receiving yards and 0.41 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.09 rushing yards.

We’re coming off a tough week, it will be important to see how our team responds,” Watch Out Lil’ Bitch coach Ronnell Morgan said.

The Clam Diggers were led in week 9 by a 36.00 point effort from Jonathan Taylor, who beat the New York Jets defense for 172 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 28 receiving yards. In addition, Julio Jones was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 7.50 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 Clam Diggers can expect a 21.41 point effort from Josh Allen in week 10, who is expected to get by the New York Jets defense for 262 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 35.33 rushing yards.

He always gets the most out of his players,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez 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 Clam Diggers hold a 5-2 all-time series record against Watch Out Lil’ Bitch.

Opening Line: Clam Diggers -25.4

Beating Macaque (4-8) at NC Titans (1-11)

X-Factors:

Beating Macaque: Patrick Mahomes-QB (19.79) / NC Titans: Dalvin Cook-RB (19.71)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. event, 4-8 Beating Macaque fight the 1-11 NC Titans, who hope to end their 5 game losing streak, at Titans Field.

Beating Macaque were led in week 9 by a 28.00 point effort from Joe Mixon, who snuck past the Cleveland Browns defense for 64 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 46 receiving yards. With Mixon on bye in week 10, they’ll need to count on their second-string RB to carry the team this week. In addition, Budda Baker was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 13.95 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to a concussion, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beating Macaque can expect a 19.79 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 10, who is expected to get by the Las Vegas Raiders defense for 280.59 passing yards and 2.22 passing TD in addition to 23.19 rushing yards.

We need to dial in and focus on the task at hand ,” Beating Macaque coach Josh Craig said.

The NC Titans were led in week 9 by a 29.05 point effort from T.J. Watt, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 4 tackles. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 19.71 point effort from Dalvin Cook in week 10, who is expected to get by the Los Angeles Chargers defense for 98.19 rushing yards and 0.66 rushing TD’s in addition to 22.94 receiving yards.

It’s going to be a battle of epic proportions,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a classic showdown.

Opening Line: Beating Macaque -2.4 (Pick ’em)

Miggity Mac Daddy (6-6) at Alderaan Wookies (6-6)

X-Factors:

Miggity Mac Daddy: Chris Godwin-WR (19.28) / Alderaan Wookies: Davante Adams-WR (19.52)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. event, 6-6 Miggity Mac Daddy play the 6-6 Alderaan Wookies at Death Star Hanger Bay.

Miggity Mac Daddy were led in week 9 by a 29.05 point effort from T.J. Watt, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 4 tackles. In addition, Julio Jones was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 7.50 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, Miggity Mac Daddy can expect a 19.28 point effort from Chris Godwin in week 10, who is expected to sneak past the Washington Football Team defense for 70 receiving yards and 0.5 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.34 rushing yards.

This is always a tough place to play,” Miggity Mac Daddy coach Joe Misiura said.

The Alderaan Wookies were led in week 9 by a 29.64 point effort from Justin Herbert, who tore apart the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 356 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 14 rushing yards. In addition, Damien Harris was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 10.30 points, but he’s listed as out in week 10 due to a concussion, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Alderaan Wookies can expect a 19.52 point effort from Davante Adams in week 10, who is expected to get by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 80 receiving yards and 0.77 receiving TD’s.

We’ve got a top-tier offense against a first-rate defense — something’s got to give,” Alderaan Wookies coach Champ Douglas said.

Opening Line: Miggity Mac Daddy -11.5

**Preview of the Week**

Surprise Scorpions (9-3) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (9-3)

X-Factors:

Surprise Scorpions: Cooper Kupp-WR (20.79) / Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Patrick Mahomes-QB (19.79)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. contest, the 9-3 Surprise Scorpions play 9-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood at Rodgers Field.

The Surprise Scorpions were led in week 9 by a 20.50 point effort from Cooper Kupp, who got by the Tennessee Titans defense for 95 receiving yards. In addition, Alvin Kamara was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 20.40 points, but he’s listed as out in week 10 due to an injured knee, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpions can expect a 20.79 point effort from Cooper Kupp in week 10, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 90.55 receiving yards and 0.73 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.51 rushing yards.

We have to suck it up and fight through injuries,” Surprise Scorpions coach Robert Elliott said.

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 9 by a 32.30 point effort from Nick Chubb, who beat the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 137 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 26 receiving yards. In addition, Robert Woods was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 17.40 points, but he’s listed as out in week 10 due to an injured knee – acl, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 19.79 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 10, who is expected to get by the Las Vegas Raiders defense for 280.59 passing yards and 2.22 passing TD in addition to 23.19 rushing yards.

We must capitalize on our opportunities,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a hard-fought struggle. In the 5-year history of this rivalry, the Surprise Scorpions hold a 3-2 all-time series record against Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood.

Opening Line: -0.00 (Pick ’em)

Da Bearz (5-7) at Beer, Cheese, & Brats (9-3)

X-Factors:

Da Bearz: Josh Allen-QB (21.41) / Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Tom Brady-QB (21.30)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 5-7 Da Bearz play 9-3 Beer, Cheese, & Brats at Lambeau Field.

Da Bearz were led in week 9 by a 41.30 point effort from James Conner, who got by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 96 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 77 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Da Bearz can expect a 21.41 point effort from Josh Allen in week 10, who is expected to get by the New York Jets defense for 262 passing yards and 1.97 passing TD’s in addition to 35.33 rushing yards.

We have to stretch their defense,” Da Bearz coach Rob Thomas said.

Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 9 by a 32.60 point effort from Josh Allen, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles and 1.0 QB sack. In addition, Marcus Maye was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 6.00 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, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 21.30 point effort from Tom Brady in week 10, who is expected to beat the Washington Football Team defense for 313 passing yards and 2.5 passing TD’s in addition to 2.07 rushing yards.

We’re playing for the playoffs,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a hard-fought struggle.

Opening Line: Beer, Cheese, & Brats -30.1

House of Cards (2-10) at The Gremlins (7-5)

X-Factors:

House of Cards: Lamar Jackson-QB (19.29) / The Gremlins: Jonathan Taylor-RB (17.95)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, the 2-10 House of Cards challenge 7-5 The Gremlins at Mogwai Coliseum.

The House of Cards were led in week 9 by a 27.64 point effort from Lamar Jackson, who got by the Minnesota Vikings defense for 266 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 120 rushing yards. In addition, Budda Baker was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 13.95 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to a concussion, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the House of Cards can expect a 19.29 point effort from Lamar Jackson in week 10, who is expected to get by the Miami Dolphins defense for 235 passing yards and 1.67 passing TD’s in addition to 55 rushing yards.

We’re locked and loaded,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.

The Gremlins were led in week 9 by a 36.00 point effort from Jonathan Taylor, who beat the New York Jets defense for 172 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 28 receiving yards. In addition, Tremaine Edmunds was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 7.50 points, but he’s listed as out in week 10 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 17.95 point effort from Jonathan Taylor in week 10, who is expected to get by the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 79.14 rushing yards and 0.84 rushing TD’s in addition to 24.71 receiving yards.

We have to rise to the occasion,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a game for the ages. In the 6-year history of this rivalry, The Gremlins hold a 6-2 all-time series record against the House of Cards.

Opening Line: The Gremlins -13.0