Presented by Gel Kiper Jr.
*Jamstradamus*
Overview: New to The League! – E.F.F.L. this season is Jamstradamus, coached by Mike Frier. Looking to dominate the division with their top 5 running back in Matt Forte (Ranked #4 RB in 2014), the offense is rounded out by Cam Newton-QB (Ranked #16 QB in 2014) and T.Y. Hilton-WR (Ranked #12 WR in 2014). Defensively, they field Earl Thomas-DB (Ranked #25 DB in 2014) in hopes to help defend against a division that features three top 12 running backs.
Returning Stars: Cam Newton-QB (QB2), Matt Forte-RB (RB1), T.Y. Hilton-WR (WR1), Earl Thomas-DB (DB3)
A Look At the Draft: With the #11 and the #14 overall picks in the draft, Jamstradamus can potentially become the class of the division with a successful draft.
Injury Report: T.Y. Hilton-WR is questionable for the season opener against divisional foe Soul Snatchers, while Earl Thomas-DB is probable.
*Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood*
Overview: Coach Michael Liotta and Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood return after a strong 10-3, 4th place finish in 2014. After being upset in the second round of The Chase for the E.L.S.I.E. Playoffs, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood is looking to bounce back with the #1 rated fantasy player in 2014 Aaron Rodgers-QB. The offense is rounded out with pass catchers Steve Smith-WR (Ranked #25 WR in 2014) and the declining Brandon Marshall-WR (Ranked #42 WR in 2014). Brian Cushing-LB (Ranked #94 LB in 2014) will anchor a defense searching for a much needed upgrade at the position.
Returning Stars: Aaron Rodgers-QB (QB1), Steve Smith-WR (WR3 or Flex), Brandon Marshall-WR (Reserve), Brian Cushing-LB (Reserve)
A Look At the Draft: Picking #9 and #16 overall respectively, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood will need to land big on their first two picks of the draft to have a shot at another 10-win season.
Injury Report: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood will open the 2015 season injury free.
*Phlying High*
Overview: Also new to The League! – E.F.F.L., is Phlying High coached by Jake Fields. Phlying High is poised for a big season fielding the #1 fantasy running back in 2014 DeMarco Murray, easily the cornerstone of their franchise. Paired with a breakout wide receiver in Dez Bryant, the #3 fantasy wide receiver in 2014, Phlying High looks to be just that as the preseason favorites to win the division. The other returning stars are Tre Mason-RB (Ranked #29 RB in 2014) and Brandon Marshall (Ranked #9 LB in 2014).
Returning Stars: DeMarco Murray-RB (RB1), Tre Mason-RB (RB3 or Flex), Dez Bryant-WR (WR1), Brandon Marshall-LB (LB1)
A Look At the Draft: With two picks within the top 15, Phlying High will have the opportunity to add another big time player or two to go along with Murray and Bryant.
Injury Report: Tre Mason-RB is questionable for the season opener against divisional foe Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood. Both Dez Bryant-WR and Brandon Marshall-LB are probable for Week 1.
*Soul Snatchers*
Overview: Fresh off of a disappointing 4-9 season, the Soul Snatchers and coach Marcus McKinley are back with a new identity. Formerly known as the X CONS, the Soul Snatchers are headlined by a breakout star in line backer Jamie Collins (Ranked #7 LB in 2014). On the other side of the ball, Lamar Miller-RB (Ranked #11 RB in 2014) and Mike Evans-WR (Ranked #13 WR in 2014) will carry the load. In an early blow to their season, Kelvin Benjamin-WR (Ranked #21 WR in 2014) has been lost for the season and placed on IR.
Returning Stars: Lamar Miller-RB (RB1), Mike Evans-WR (WR2), Kelvin Benjamin-WR (WR2), Jamie Collins-LB (LB1)
A Look At the Draft: With the #1 overall pick in the draft (and only 1 pick in the first 23 picks), the Soul Snatchers will have to draft value to cushion the blow of losing Benjamin for the season. Will that be a RB1, WR1 or a QB1?
Injury Report: Kelvin Benjamin-WR is out for the season. Mike Evans-WR is questionable going into the season opener against divisional foe BigDzinurmouth.
*Predicted Order of Finish*
1.Phlying High
2.Jamstradamus
3.Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
4.Soul Snatchers
