“Raging Flaccoholics” – The Thursday Morning Quarterback

** Quick Hitters**

League Fees

Just a quick reminder that league fees are due in by the end of the month (Thursday, Dec. 1st.) for you to be eligible to win any type of prize at the end of the year albeit money, trophy or whatever… 🙂

Keeper’s Deadline

The Keeper’s will be in November’s issue of TH3MAG, so be on the lookout for that. Should drop within the week or so… 🙂

**Origins Conference**

DaTaminator (5-6) at Carolina Hitmen (6-5)

X-Factors:

DaTaminator: Bobby Wagner-LB (17.41) / Carolina Hitmen: Tom Brady-QB (18.80)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 5-6 DaTaminator play the 6-5 Carolina Hitmen at Assassin’s Arena.

This is the first meeting between these two teams.

DaTaminator were led in week 9 by a 22.00 point effort from Bobby Wagner, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DaTaminator can expect a 17.41 point effort from Bobby Wagner in week 10, who is expected to beat the New England Patriots offense for 7.08 tackles and 0.08 interceptions.

“We have to crank it up,” DaTaminator coach Tam Van said.

The Carolina Hitmen were led in week 9 by a 26.40 point effort from Thomas Davis, who beat the Los Angeles Rams offense for 10 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, DeAngelo Williams was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 0.10 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, the Carolina Hitmen can expect a 18.80 point effort from Tom Brady in week 10, who is expected to get by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 280.5 passing yards and 2.2 passing TD’s in addition to 9.43 rushing yards.

“We have to get Brady in a rhythm early,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.

**Game of the Week**

#3 Clam Diggers (8-3) at #4 Da South (8-3)

X-Factors:

Clam Diggers: Ezekiel Elliott-RB (18.30) / Da South: Aaron Rodgers-QB (18.91)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, the 8-3 Clam Diggers face off against 8-3 Da South at the Po Boy Dome.

The series is tied 1-1 between these two teams since the 2014 season.

The Clam Diggers were led in week 9 by a 26.90 point effort from Landon Collins, who beat the Philadelphia Eagles offense for 6 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Tyrell Williams was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 12.50 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, the Clam Diggers can expect a 18.30 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott in week 10, who is expected to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 111.4 rushing yards and 0.84 rushing TD’s in addition to 22.56 receiving yards.

“We must control the tempo of the game,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.

Da South were led in week 9 by a 32.10 point effort from Melvin Gordon, who tore apart the Tennessee Titans defense for 196 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 65 receiving yards. In addition, Muhammad Wilkerson was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 6.00 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, Da South can expect a 18.91 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 10, who is expected to get by the Tennessee Titans defense for 260.83 passing yards and 2.29 passing TD’s in addition to 20.97 rushing yards.

“You take what the defense gives you in these type of games,” Da South coach Dave Jackson said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a classic showdown.

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (4-7) at Barbaric Milk Jousters (3-8)

X-Factors:

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered: Cam Newton-QB (16.64) / Barbaric Milk Jousters: Bernardrick McKinney-LB (13.62)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 4-7 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered play the 3-8 Barbaric Milk Jousters at Wankdorf Stadium.

This is the first meeting between these two teams.

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered were led in week 9 by a 25.76 point effort from Matt Ryan, who beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 344 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s. In addition, DeMarco Murray was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 14.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured toe, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hakeem I Saw I Conquered can expect a 16.64 point effort from Cam Newton in week 10, who is expected to get by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 247.11 passing yards and 1.55 passing TD in addition to 31.68 rushing yards.

“There are no easy games in this league,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.

The Barbaric Milk Jousters were led in week 9 by a 30.70 point effort from Latavius Murray, who beat the Denver Broncos defense for 114 rushing yards and 3 rushing TD’s in addition to 13 receiving yards. With Murray on bye in week 10, they’ll need to count on their second-string RB to carry the team this week. In addition, Nick Bellore was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 13.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Barbaric Milk Jousters can expect a 13.62 point effort from Benardrick McKinney in week 10, who is expected to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars offense for 5.06 tackles.

“We have to pull out all the stops,” Barbaric Milk Jousters coach Aaron Mathiason said.

Breakin Tackles (2-9) at I Go Deep (7-4)

X-Factors:

Breakin Tackles: Marcus Mariota-QB (12.12) / I Go Deep: Russell Wilson-QB (14.28)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. classic, 2-9 Breakin Tackles, who hope to end their 6 game losing streak, face off against 7-4 I Go Deep at Myles Deep Field.

This is the first meeting between these two teams.

Breakin Tackles were led in week 9 by a 25.92 point effort from Marcus Mariota, who beat the San Diego Chargers defense for 313 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 14 rushing yards. In addition, Lamarcus Joyner was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 5.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured back, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Breakin Tackles can expect a 12.12 point effort from Marcus Mariota in week 10, who is expected to get by the Green Bay Packers defense for 231.6 passing yards and 1.36 passing TD’s in addition to 17.06 rushing yards.

“It’s going to be a battle of the titans,” Breakin Tackles coach Chris Butler said.

I Go Deep were led in week 9 by a 27.00 point effort from Mike Evans, who beat the Atlanta Falcons defense for 150 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Go Deep can expect a 14.28 point effort from Russell Wilson in week 10, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 244.35 passing yards and 1.42 passing TD’s in addition to 21.42 rushing yards.

“We can’t be intimidated,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.

DeSeantourage (5-6) at I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-4)

X-Factors:

DeSeantourage: K.J. Wright-LB (13.76) / I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks: Drew Brees-QB (15.49)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, 5-6 DeSeantourage face off against 7-4 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks at Snapple’s.

I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks holds a 4-0 advantage in head to head games against DeSeantourage since the 2012 season.

DeSeantourage were led in week 9 by a 18.84 point effort from Jameis Winston, who got by the Atlanta Falcons defense for 261 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 14 rushing yards. In addition, Todd Gurley was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 7.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured thigh, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DeSeantourage can expect a 13.76 point effort from K.J. Wright in week 10, who is expected to beat the New England Patriots offense for 5.6 tackles.

“This is a game for the ages,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.

I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks were led in week 9 by a 23.72 point effort from Drew Brees, who beat the San Francisco 49ers defense for 323 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks can expect a 15.49 point effort from Drew Brees in week 10, who is expected to get by the Denver Broncos defense for 274.07 passing yards and 1.98 passing TD’s in addition to 1.85 rushing yards.

“Turnovers…, that’s the key statistic,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a epic battle.

Maclin on Dat Ass (5-6) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (4-7)

X-Factors:

Maclin on Dat Ass: Eli Manning-QB (15.07) / BUCKNASTY BOYS: David Johnson-RB (21.70)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional rivalry, 5-6 Maclin on Dat Ass play the 4-7 BUCKNASTY BOYS at BUCKNASTY Field.

Maclin on Dat Ass holds a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against the BUCKNASTY BOYS since the 2016 season.

Maclin on Dat Ass were led in week 9 by a 19.90 point effort from Aaron Donald, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 4 tackles and 2.0 QB sacks. In addition, Jarvis Landry was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 4.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Maclin on Dat Ass can expect a 15.07 point effort from Eli Manning in week 10, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 287 passing yards and 1.82 passing TD’s in addition to 0.74 rushing yards.

“We have to play with our ears pinned back,” Maclin on Dat Ass coach Richard Glenn said.

The BUCKNASTY BOYS were led in week 9 by a 22.30 point effort from Jimmy Graham, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 103 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. In addition, Brandon Marshall was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 6.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the BUCKNASTY BOYS can expect a 21.70 point effort from David Johnson in week 10, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 88.4 rushing yards and 1.04 rushing TD’s in addition to 52.22 receiving yards.

“There’s bad blood between these two teams,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.

In week 3, Maclin on Dat Ass defeated the BUCKNASTY BOYS by 63.52 points, so coach Jesse Lowrey is looking for revenge this week.

**Legends Conference**

#1 Beer, Cheese, & Brats (9-2) at The Cruciates Curse (4-7)

X-Factors:

Beer, Cheese, & Brats: David Johnson-RB (21.70) / The Cruciates Curse: Dont’a Hightower-LB (12.60)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional showdown, 9-2 Beer, Cheese, & Brats face off against 4-7 The Cruciates Curse at Hogwart’s Castle.

Beer, Cheese, & Brats hold a 3-0 advantage in head to head games against The Cruciates Curse since the 2015 season.

Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 9 by a 23.88 point effort from Dak Prescott, who got by the Cleveland Browns defense for 247 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s in addition to 20 rushing yards. In addition, Nick Bellore was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 13.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 21.70 point effort from David Johnson in week 10, who is expected to get by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 88.4 rushing yards and 1.04 rushing TD’s in addition to 52.22 receiving yards.

“We have to avoid a big letdown,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes & Jeremy Bennett said.

The Cruciates Curse were led in week 9 by a 21.30 point effort from Mark Barron, who beat the Carolina Panthers offense for 9 tackles. In addition, Jarvis Landry was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 4.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured shoulder, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Cruciates Curse can expect a 12.60 point effort from Dont’a Hightower in week 10, who is expected to beat the Seattle Seahawks offense for 4.77 tackles and 0.1 interceptions.

“Statistics don’t tell the whole story,” The Cruciates Curse coach Champ Douglas said.

In week 1, Beer, Cheese, & Brats defeated The Cruciates Curse by 17.60 points, so coach Champ Douglas is looking for revenge this week.

Hyde Yo Wife (7-4) at #5 Church of Zero Tolerance (7-4)

X-Factors:

Hyde Yo Wife: Antonio Brown-WR (15.03) / Church of Zero Tolerance: Jay Ajayi-RB (14.38)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, 7-4 Hyde Yo Wife play the 7-4 Church of Zero Tolerance at The No One’s Welcome Bowl.

This is the first meeting between these two teams.

Hyde Yo Wife were led in week 9 by a 22.28 point effort from Russell Wilson, who got by the Buffalo Bills defense for 282 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 10 rushing yards. In addition, Antone Smith was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 3.20 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, Hyde Yo Wife can expect a 15.03 point effort from Antonio Brown in week 10, who is expected to get by the Dallas Cowboys defense for 98.88 receiving yards and 0.63 receiving TD in addition to 1.63 rushing yards.

“We have to go out there and play sound, fundamental football,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.

The Church of Zero Tolerance were led in week 9 by a 19.10 point effort from Frank Gore, who snuck past the Green Bay Packers defense for 60 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 11 receiving yards. With Gore on bye in week 10, they’ll need to count on their second-string RB to carry the team this week. In addition, T.J. Ward was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 12.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured illness, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Church of Zero Tolerance can expect a 14.38 point effort from Jay Ajayi in week 10, who is expected to get by the San Diego Chargers defense for 80.58 rushing yards and 0.77 rushing TD in addition to 17.38 receiving yards.

“We have to suck it up,” Church of Zero Tolerance coach Larry Mrozowski & Eric Gadson said.

Carnival of Pain (3-8) at The Gremlins (7-4)

X-Factors:

Carnival of Pain: Matt Ryan-QB (15.85) / The Gremlins: Joe Flacco-QB (15.04)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, the 3-8 Carnival of Pain face off against 7-4 The Gremlins at Mogwai Coliseum.

This is the first meeting between these two teams.

The Carnival of Pain were led in week 9 by a 27.00 point effort from Mike Evans, who beat the Atlanta Falcons defense for 150 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Carnival of Pain can expect a 15.85 point effort from Matt Ryan in week 10, who is expected to get by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 285 passing yards and 1.95 passing TD’s in addition to 6.96 rushing yards.

“We must capitalize on our opportunities,” Carnival of Pain coach Jamian Shavers said.

The Gremlins were led in week 9 by a 17.50 point effort from Demario Davis, who beat the Dallas Cowboys offense for 7 tackles. In addition, Todd Gurley was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 7.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured thigh, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 15.04 point effort from Joe Flacco in week 10, who is expected to get by the Cleveland Browns defense for 289.36 passing yards and 1.24 passing TD in addition to 3.5 rushing yards.

“We have to pull out all the stops, their record means nothing” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.

Phlying High (4-7) at NC Titans (6-5)

X-Factors:

Phlying High: Drew Brees-QB (15.49) / NC Titans: Luke Kuechly-LB (15.44)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. matchup, 4-7 Phlying High challenge the 6-5 NC Titans at Titans Field.

Phlying High holds a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against the NC Titans since the 2015 season.

Phlying High were led in week 9 by a 23.72 point effort from Drew Brees, who beat the San Francisco 49ers defense for 323 passing yards and 3 passing TD’s. In addition, DeMarco Murray was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 14.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured toe, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Phlying High can expect a 15.49 point effort from Drew Brees in week 10, who is expected to get by the Denver Broncos defense for 274.07 passing yards and 1.98 passing TD’s in addition to 1.85 rushing yards.

“We have to get the big guy involved in the offense,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.

The NC Titans were led in week 9 by a 22.30 point effort from Jimmy Graham, who beat the Buffalo Bills defense for 103 receiving yards and 2 receiving TD’s. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 15.44 point effort from Luke Kuechly in week 10, who is expected to beat the Kansas City Chiefs offense for 6.19 tackles and 0.25 interceptions.

“We must force turnovers,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a game for the ages.

#2 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (8-3) at Surprise Scorpians (3-8)

X-Factors:

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Aaron Rodgers-QB (18.91) / Surprise Scorpians: Tom Brady-QB (18.80)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 8-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood challenge the 3-8 Surprise Scorpians at The Scorpian Dome.

The Surprise Scorpians hold a 1-0 advantage in head to head games against Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood since the 2015 season.

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 9 by a 32.10 point effort from Melvin Gordon, who tore apart the Tennessee Titans defense for 196 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 65 receiving yards. In addition, Derrick Johnson was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 12.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 18.91 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 10, who is expected to get by the Tennessee Titans defense for 260.83 passing yards and 2.29 passing TD’s in addition to 20.97 rushing yards.

Throw the records out when these two teams collide,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.

The Surprise Scorpians were led in week 9 by a 19.48 point effort from Blake Bortles, who got by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 252 passing yards and 2 passing TD’s in addition to 54 rushing yards. In addition, Brandon Marshall was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 4.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 10 due to an injured foot, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpians can expect a 18.80 point effort from Tom Brady in week 10, who is expected to get by the Seattle Seahawks defense for 280.5 passing yards and 2.2 passing TD’s in addition to 9.43 rushing yards.

“We have to dig deep,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2016, and is sure to be a game for the ages.

House of Cards (7-4) at Soul Snatchers (3-8)

X-Factors:

House of Cards: Ezekiel Elliott-RB (18.30) / Soul Snatchers: Cam Newton-QB (16.64)

Coming up in a week 10 The League! – E.F.F.L. intra-divisional showdown, the 7-4 House of Cards play the 3-8 Soul Snatchers at The Soul Coliseum.

The House of Cards hold a 2-1 advantage in head to head games against Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood since the 2015 season.

The House of Cards were led in week 9 by a 30.70 point effort from Latavius Murray, who beat the Denver Broncos defense for 114 rushing yards and 3 rushing TD’s in addition to 13 receiving yards. With Murray on bye in week 10, they’ll need to count on their second-string RB to carry the team this week. In addition, Derek Wolfe was not injured before the start of his week 9 game, and contributed 2.50 points, but he’s listed as out in week 10 due to an injured elbow, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the House of Cards can expect a 18.30 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott in week 10, who is expected to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 111.4 rushing yards and 0.84 rushing TD’s in addition to 22.56 receiving yards.

“This is always a tough place to play,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.

The Soul Snatchers were led in week 9 by a 13.50 point effort from Antonio Gates, who got by the Tennessee Titans defense for 75 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Soul Snatchers can expect a 16.64 point effort from Cam Newton in week 10, who is expected to get by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 247.11 passing yards and 1.55 passing TD in addition to 31.68 rushing yards.

“We have to slow down Elliott,”Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.

In week 2, the House of Cards defeated the Soul Snatchers by 65.84 points, so coach Marcus McKinley is looking for revenge this week.