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**Game of the Week**

Make Origins Great Again (3-1) at TMBGz (4-0)

X-Factors:

Make Origins Great Again: Lamar Jackson-QB (19.13) / TMBGz: Derrick Henry-RB (22.42)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 3-1 Make Origins Great Again fight 4-0 TMBGz, who hope to extend their 4 game winning streak, at Money Bagz Stadium.

Make Origins Great Again were led in week 3 by a 22.70 point effort from Austin Ekeler, who snuck past the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 55 rushing yards in addition to 52 receiving yards. In addition, Keenan Allen was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 19.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Make Origins Great Again can expect a 19.13 point effort from Lamar Jackson in week 4, who is expected to sneak past the Denver Broncos defense for 179.69 passing yards and 1.42 passing TD in addition to 79.42 rushing yards.

Turnovers will be the key,” Make Origins Great Again coach Greg Stallworth said.

TMBGz were led in week 3 by a 38.20 point effort from Myles Garrett, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 6 tackles and 4.5 QB sacks. In addition, D’Andre Swift was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 23.70 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured groin, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, TMBGz can expect a 22.42 point effort from Derrick Henry in week 4, who is expected to beat the New York Jets defense for 126.94 rushing yards and 1.04 rushing TD’s in addition to 13.78 receiving yards.

We have to play disciplined football,” TMBGz coach Tee Tabron said.

Opening Line: TMBGz -9.1

NC Titans (0-4) at Watch Out Lil’ Bitch (1-3)

X-Factors:

NC Titans: Ja’Marr Chase-WR (17.77) / Watch Out Lil’ Bitch: Alvin Kamara-RB (20.60)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. clash, the 0-4 NC Titans, who hope to end their 4 game losing streak, engage 1-3 Watch Out Lil' Bitch at Lights Out Central Stadium.

The NC Titans were led in week 3 by a 26.40 point effort from Malcolm Jenkins, who beat the New England Patriots offense for 5 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Melvin Gordon was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 15.20 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to injured ribs, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 17.77 point effort from Ja’Marr Chase in week 4, who is expected to get by the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for 75 receiving yards and 0.84 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.05 rushing yards.

You take what the defense gives you,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.

Watch Out Lil’ Bitch were led in week 3 by a 26.80 point effort from Justin Jefferson, who beat the Seattle Seahawks defense for 118 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Rob Gronkowski was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 9.50 points, but he’s listed as doubtful in week 4 due to injured ribs, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Watch Out Lil’ Bitch can expect a 20.60 point effort from Alvin Kamara in week 4, who is expected to sneak past the New York Giants defense for 63.72 rushing yards and 0.62 rushing TD’s in addition to 36.21 receiving yards.

We’ll have to find a way to limit what Ja’Marr Chase can do,” Watch Out Lil’ Bitch coach Ronnell Morgan said.

Opening Line: NC Titans -9.4

Clam Diggers (1-3) at The Reapers (2-2)

X-Factors:

Clam Diggers: Josh Allen-QB (22.77) / The Reapers: Davante Adams-WR (20.16)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. event, the 1-3 Clam Diggers fight 2-2 The Reapers at Gehenna Stadium.

The Clam Diggers were led in week 3 by a 37.22 point effort from Josh Allen, who tore apart the Washington Football Team defense for 358 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards. In addition, Khalil Mack was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 17.10 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured foot, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Clam Diggers can expect a 22.77 point effort from Josh Allen in week 4, who is expected to get by the Houston Texans defense for 270.53 passing yards and 2.07 passing TD’s in addition to 31.42 rushing yards.

We have to rise to the occasion,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.

The Reapers were led in week 3 by a 31.20 point effort from Davante Adams, who beat the San Francisco 49ers defense for 132 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, George Kittle was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 18.60 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured calf, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Reapers can expect a 20.16 point effort from Davante Adams in week 4, who is expected to get by the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 81 receiving yards and 0.86 receiving TD.

There’s bad blood between these two teams,” The Reapers coach Larry Mrozowski said.

Opening Line: The Reapers -37.2

Beating Macaque (1-3) at The Urge to Purge (1-3)

X-Factors:

Beating Macaque: Patrick Mahomes-QB (22.79) / The Urge to Purge: Travis Kelce-TE (20.03)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. showdown, 1-3 Beating Macaque, who hope to end their 3 game losing streak, play 1-3 The Urge to Purge at a Nation Reborn Field at Anarchy Stadium.

Beating Macaque were led in week 3 by a 26.60 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 21 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beating Macaque can expect a 22.79 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 4, who is expected to beat the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 300.02 passing yards and 2.46 passing TD’s in addition to 21.25 rushing yards.

This is an important game for both teams,” Beating Macaque coach Josh Craig said.

The Urge to Purge were led in week 3 by a 22.70 point effort from DK Metcalf, who beat the Minnesota Vikings defense for 107 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Sterling Shepard was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 3.60 points, but he’s listed as out in week 4 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Urge to Purge can expect a 20.03 point effort from Travis Kelce in week 4, who is expected to get by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 82 receiving yards and 0.79 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.11 rushing yards.

We have to find a way to fight through adversity,” The Urge to Purge coach Theron K. Shavers Jr. & Jamian Shavers said.

Opening Line: Beating Macaque -5.7 (Pick ’em)

Beer, Chese, & Brats (3-1) at Miggity Mac Daddy (3-1)

X-Factors:

Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Derrick Henry-RB (22.42) / Miggity Mac Daddy: Kyler Murray-QB (17.89)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. contest, 3-1 Beer, Cheese, & Brats, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, fight 3-1 Miggity Mac Daddy at Mourning Wood Memorial Stadium.

Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 3 by a 25.68 point effort from Tom Brady, who tore apart the Los Angeles Rams defense for 432 passing yards and 1 passing TD in addition to 14 rushing yards. In addition, George Kittle was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 18.60 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured calf, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 22.42 point effort from Derrick Henry in week 4, who is expected to beat the New York Jets defense for 126.94 rushing yards and 1.04 rushing TD’s in addition to 13.78 receiving yards.

We’ve got to feed Derrick all night long…,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.

Miggity Mac Daddy were led in week 3 by a 26.60 point effort from Ezekiel Elliott, who got by the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 95 rushing yards and 2 rushing TD’s in addition to 21 receiving yards. In addition, Jordan Poyer was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 14.10 points, but he’s listed as out in week 4 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Miggity Mac Daddy can expect a 17.89 point effort from Kyler Murray in week 4, who is expected to get by the Los Angeles Rams defense for 230.09 passing yards and 1.44 passing TD’s in addition to 42.59 rushing yards.

We will stick to the fundamentals in this one,” Miggity Mac Daddy coach Joe Misiura said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a hard-fought struggle. In the 2-year history of this rivalry, Beer, Cheese, & Brats hold a 2-0 all-time series record against Miggity Mac Daddy.

Opening Line: Beer, Cheese, & Brats -26.3

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (3-1) at Da Bearz (3-1)

X-Factors:

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Patrick Mahomes-QB (22.79) / Da Bearz: Josh Allen-QB (22.77)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. battle, 3-1 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood fight 3-1 Da Bearz at Soldier Field.

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 3 by a 29.70 point effort from Najee Harris, who snuck past the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 40 rushing yards in addition to 102 receiving yards. In addition, Christian McCaffrey was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 6.00 points, but he’s listed as out in week 4 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 22.79 point effort from Patrick Mahomes in week 4, who is expected to beat the Philadelphia Eagles defense for 300.02 passing yards and 2.46 passing TD’s in addition to 21.25 rushing yards.

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

Da Bearz were led in week 3 by a 37.22 point effort from Josh Allen, who tore apart the Washington Football Team defense for 358 passing yards and 4 passing TD’s in addition to 9 rushing yards. In addition, Jessie Bates was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 12.50 points, but he’s listed as out in week 4 due to an injured neck, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Da Bearz can expect a 22.77 point effort from Josh Allen in week 4, who is expected to get by the Houston Texans defense for 270.53 passing yards and 2.07 passing TD’s in addition to 31.42 rushing yards.

We have to get after them, it’s as simple as that” Da Bearz coach Rob Thomas said.

Opening Line: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood -14.1

Alderaan Wookies (2-2) at House of Cards (0-4)

X-Factors:

Alderaan Wookies: Davante Adams-WR (20.16) / House of Cards: Lamar Jackson-QB (19.13)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. event, the 2-2 Alderaan Wookies play the 0-4 House of Cards, who hope to end their 4 game losing streak, at They All Falls Down Stadium.

The Alderaan Wookies were led in week 3 by a 31.20 point effort from Davante Adams, who beat the San Francisco 49ers defense for 132 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Keenan Allen was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 19.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured ankle, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Alderaan Wookies can expect a 20.16 point effort from Davante Adams in week 4, who is expected to get by the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 81 receiving yards and 0.86 receiving TD.

They are better than their record, we’ll have to step up and make plays,” Alderaan Wookies coach Champ Douglas said.

The House of Cards were led in week 3 by a 29.30 point effort from Logan Wilson, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers offense for 6 tackles and 2 interceptions. In addition, D’Andre Swift was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 23.70 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured groin, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the House of Cards can expect a 19.13 point effort from Lamar Jackson in week 4, who is expected to sneak past the Denver Broncos defense for 179.69 passing yards and 1.42 passing TD in addition to 79.42 rushing yards.”

He has his team playing at a high level,” House of Cards coach Mike Friery said.

This is the first game between these two franchises in 2021, and is sure to be a classic showdown. In the 3-year history of this rivalry, the Alderaan Wookies hold a 3-0 all-time series record against the House of Cards.

Opening Line: House of Cards -10.5

Surprise Scorpions (4-0) at The Gremlins (1-3)

X-Factors:

Surprise Scorpions: Alvin Kamara-RB (20.60) / The Gremlins: Mike Williams-WR (17.43)

Coming up in a week 4 The League! – E.F.F.L. rivalry, the 4-0 Surprise Scorpions, who hope to extend their 4 game winning streak, face off against 1-3 The Gremlins at Mogwai Coliseum.

The Surprise Scorpions were led in week 3 by a 38.20 point effort from Myles Garrett, who beat the Chicago Bears offense for 6 tackles and 4.5 QB sacks. In addition, Tyler Lockett was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 7.10 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured hip, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpions can expect a 20.60 point effort from Alvin Kamara in week 4, who is expected to sneak past the New York Giants defense for 63.72 rushing yards and 0.62 rushing TD’s in addition to 36.21 receiving yards.

It’s going to be a battle in the trenches,” Surprise Scorpions coach Robert Elliott said.

The Gremlins were led in week 3 by a 26.80 point effort from Justin Jefferson, who beat the Seattle Seahawks defense for 118 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Chase Claypool was not injured before the start of his week 3 game, and contributed 18.60 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 4 due to an injured hamstring, which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 17.43 point effort from Mike Williams in week 4, who is expected to sneak past the Las Vegas Raiders defense for 72.56 receiving yards and 0.94 receiving TD’s in addition to 0.08 rushing yards.

We have to take advantage of field position in this one,” 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 5-year history of this rivalry, The Gremlins hold a 4-2 all-time series record against the Surprise Scorpions.

Opening Line: Surprise Scorpions -15.2