Friday, September 28, 2012

Edition 1 (Week 4): Mirror, Mirror on the wall...

Mirror, mirror on the wall...



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Who is the fairest chapter of them all?


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In this column we will examine the fortunes of each of the six RW chapters to demonstrate which is the chapter above all others. Every few weeks (Lance that means 3...) we will take a look at the key player movements, injuries etc. as well as the statistical performance of each chapter and declare a fairest chapter of them all!

Recap: last column's conclusions

N/A

Changing faces: Key player movement etc.

1st Chapter: Romo, McGahee, Boldin, Daniels in. Torrey Smith, Colston, Stafford out

2nd Chapter: Colston, Stafford in. Daniels, Romo out

3rd Chapter: Torrey Smith in. McGahee, Boldin out

4th Chapter: N/A

5th Chapter: Tulloch, Bowe, Bowman in. Holmes, Cobb, Julio Jones out

6th Chapter: Holmes, Cobb, Julio Jones in. Tulloch, Bowe, Bowman out

Despite what Lance is trying to get you to believe IDPs don't matter so I left most of those moves out... ROTFLMAO J/K should have all the big moves. No obvious swings of power to date but Chapter 4 seems pretty complacent given their performance scratch

Deeper reflection: what do the numbers say

Ranking by PF


3rd Chapter 3,880
2nd Chapter 3,848
5th Chapter 3,848
6th Chapter 3,710
4th Chapter 3,661
1st Chapter 3,506

Pretty tight at the top and actually only about a 10% spread from top to bottom. Based on pre-season voting its no surprise to see 1st Chapter down there

Ranking by All Play record


3rd Chapter 58%
2nd Chapter 55%
5th Chapter 55%
6th Chapter 47%
4th Chapter 44%
1st Chapter 40%

Same order as the PF which will probably be the case more often than not as we aggregate the "luck" factor by combining 4 teams per chapter. Will be interesting to see how this trends going forward. Difference for top chapters vs basement dwellers a lot more stark in this view though with 3rd Chapter winning 50% more All plays than 1st Chapter

Examining most 330 or more point performances


1st Chapter 3
2nd Chapter 6
3rd Chapter 5
4th Chapter 3
5th Chapter 5
6th Chapter 3

Since this is a weekly game here we get to see whether its consistency and depth or ceiling thats holding back some of the chapters, for example Chapters 1,4 & 6 have similar high point weeks but varying overall performance.

Examining fewest 260 or less point performances


1st Chapter 4
2nd Chapter 0
3rd Chapter 0
4th Chapter 1
5th Chapter 1
6th Chapter 0

Ouch - stinkers definitely concentrated in Chapter 1 here. vote no

Bottom line it for me

i think its pretty clear that in RW right now we have a case of "the have's and the have nots". Chapters 2,3 & 5 are proving to be the high flyers and if there was a relegation system in place Chapter 1 would be rapidly locking that spot up. Each chapter has at least 1 team that is way off the pace from the other members so changes in chapter rankings most likely will come from the last place franchise turn arounds rather than the giants of the league getting even better... Congratulations to the 3rd Chapter for their early season performance - lets see how they can do now that they are earmarked "as the hunted".
Until next time folks


Still working with the exact format (incl aesthetics) and elements in this one so suggestions welcome!



Reference: for those that haven't memorized the Chapters yet

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Week 4: MONSTER MATCHUP

WEEK 4 MONSTER MATCHUP
BY: DR. PIGSKINSTEIN



WEEK 4 MONSTER MATCHUP: COLORADO SCREAMING EAGLES VS WYOMING HEADHUNTERS


Howdy everyone. Apologies for the late submission this week- It's been a crazy week in the laboratory. Several explosions, and one of my projects walked off the operating table. He was wearing a referee outfit and was last seen in the end zone on Monday Night Football, but I unfortunately had recently removed his brain, so there could be some issues forthcoming.

When searching for this week's Monster Matchup your resident Roster Wars doctor had several factors to weigh. We were hoping to post a new matchup with 2 new teams that had not yet been covered. However, while skimming the matchups there was one that was simply too good to pass up on. The Terrible Twelve's time will definitely come, but once again this matchup comes from the Dastardly Dozen.

My 2-1 record at calling matchups lines up well with our 9 managers also currently sitting at 2-1. There are 5 winless owners, and 6 with a 1-2 record. And we are down to 4 owners who have yet to experience the agonizing defeat of a Roster Wars loss. By the end of week 4, the most that that number can be is 3 undefeated teams, as we once again have a showdown between 2 unbeaten contenders. This week's Monster Matchup will focus on the undefeated matchup of division leaders between the Colorado Screaming Eagles and the Wyoming Headhunters.

This week is the week where we see which teams are built to weather the storm, as bye weeks have returned to the fantasy landscape. On top of the loss of players (although neither of our featured teams lost any of last week's starters to bye weeks), we are also experiencing inter-divisional play for the first time.

These 2 franchises are responsible for the debunking of the Pigskinstein Curse, as they were the projected winners of the last 2 Monster Matchups. The Screaming Eagles have been making other owners nervous lately, posting the highest PPG and taking home the title of highest score in Roster Wars 2 weeks running. They currently sit atop the Roster Wars power rankings. The Headhunters have not been as flashy, but have still managed to pull out 3 W's, largely due to the 177 points a week they are scoring on the defensive side of the ball, in addition to the 154 points a week they are getting from their offense. The Screaming Eagles are much more offense driven, scoring a staggering 188 points a week. Their defense is not too shabby either, averaging 171 points a week.

Alrighty down to the matchup! The Headhunters are deploying an offensive formation consisting of 2 quarterbacks, 3 runningbacks, 3 wide receivers, 2 tight ends, and a kicker. On the defensive side of the ball, they are sending out a defensive tackle, 3 defensive ends, 5 linebackers, a cornerback and a safety. The Screaming Eagles are countering by abandoning the running game early, sending out 2 quarterbacks, a running back, 5 wide receivers, 2 tight ends, and a kicker. Defensively, they are deploying a balanced attack, with 2 defensive tackles, 3 defensive ends, 2 linebackers, 2 cornerbacks, and 2 safeties.

Both teams are headed by very strong quarterback duos. If Stafford plays, this will be close to a push, with a small edge going to the Eagles' duo of Rodgers and Eli. Running backs aren't even close. The Screaming Eagles are only sending out Shonn Greene, with his 8 points a week. The Headhunters have one of the stronger RB trios in the league, with Mcfadden, Peterson, and Lynch, he has so far taken gambles that appear to be paying off. Receiver and Tight End lean back towards the Screaming Eagles however. They simply have more firepower at the receiver position, and an elite duo of tight ends. Gates and Pitta definitely have the potential to put up strong scores, but it's hard to vote against Graham and Gronkowski. Defensively, both teams have a very strong trio of defensive ends- both groups could easily be the centerpiece of a victory. Linebackers go to the Headhunters, both in terms of volume and quality, while secondary goes to the Eagles, simply because he has 4 starters to Lance's 2.

When all is said and done I see the Headhunters winning the defensive battle. However, the firepower on the Screaming Eagle's offense will be too much for him to handle. I don't see either of the teams having difficult enough matchups to sway me from seeing Shawn take down this high-scoring Monster Matchup.

Friday, September 21, 2012

Week 3: Doomsday Diagnosis

Hello gentlemen, this is Dr Doomsday in the house to give you a good look at guys that are injured and what I believe to be fantasy relevant for your teams. This week, the position of biggest amount of injuries is definitely the WR by a huge margin. Thank god that there is pretty big depth at that position overall. So lets start right away. 

Jeremy Maclin WR Phi
After a very valiant effort by coming back in the game and hauling in a TD, Maclin looks to have hurt it even more after leaving the game. He didn't practice Wednesday but did show up today and really didn't do much. I think he is a stud but the Eagles will hold him back this week as they probably don't want him to re aggravate his injury and make it a lot worse.
Verdict: Will not play

Pierre Garcon WR Was
After missing week 2 and Redskins losing to the Rams, Garcon was limited in practice Wednesday. RG3's favorite target really needs to get back for greedy fantasy owners and 2 weeks in just too much. Coach Shanahan also acknowledged that Garcon's foot is nagging him more than he anticipated so that is not a good sign at all.
Verdict: Will not play

Steven Jackson RB Stl
With younger RBs in Stl coming up, S Jax just made his case a little worse by injuring his groin which is a horrible thing. Jackson has had problems with soft tissue injuries. He didn't practice Wednesday and today which shows that the chances of him playing is getting slimmer and slimmer. Jackson is hopeful to play this weekend against the tough Bears D. 
Verdict: Will not play

Ryan Matthews RB SD
Now it is finally time for San Diego to unleash the beast in Ryan Matthews. He broke his collarbone and it was a long and very frustrating for fantasy owners and Chargers lovers. Matthews finally practiced fully in pads on Wednesday and today, this is looking very good and exciting for Chargers fans. Everything right now just points that he will start barring no setbacks. 
Verdict: Will Play

Antonio Gates TE SD
The future hall of famer that is still producing was injured last week and was out. Mr Rosario looked great but the sheriff is back to get his catches against the Falcons. After being limited on Wednesday's practice, he practiced fully today and he and Matthews looks like they will coming back to bring the high powered offense to gear.
Verdict: Will play

Troy Polamalu FS Pit
The all pro stud looks very iffy to play the Raiders this week even though they don't need him to beat the Raiders. He hurt his calf and didn't practice today but there will be a much better idea on his status on Friday. 
Verdict: Will not play

Rolando McClain LB Oak
With a great week 1 and disappointing week 2, the extreme talent knucklehead McClain is hurt with a concussion. He did practice today which a great sign and will make a good impact.
Verdict: will play

Dustin Keller TE NYJ
After missing the first 2 weeks, Keller is very confident and optimistic that he will play against the Dolphins. Keller did not practice on Wednesday but did on a limited basis on Thursday. 
Verdict: Will play

Marques Colston WR NO
This man is just a hard guy to read... He is so physically talented but sometimes he is just so quiet and doesn't get any catches till garbage time. I just don't get it and he is injury prone as he is on this list devil . Colston did practiced limited on Wednesday and Thursday so things are looking good for him. He should help the Saints get their first win. 
Verdict: Will play

Brandon Lloyd WR NE
Now Brandon Lloyd looks like he will be a major part of this offense with Hernandez hurt and the reduced role of Welker. He hurt his thigh and was limited Wednesday and today. The Pats really need him as a deep threat in the huge showdown on Sunday night against the Ravens.
Verdict: will play

Erin Henderson LB Min
Now looking like his brother a few years back, Erin Henderson is just a stud the past 2 games. He missed Wednesday and Thursday's practice with a concussion. 
Verdict: Will not play

Pat Angerer LB Ind
With a huge year last year, Angerer has been plagued with injuries. He did not practice at all on Wednesday and is listed as doubtful from a foot injury. 
Verdict: Will not play

Greg Jennings WR GB
Jennings who hurt his groin didn't participate in practice this entire week. Things are really not looking good even though he showed up in today's practice session. Coach McCarthy noted that things are NOT where they want it to be for Jennings.
Verdict: Will not play

Calvin Johnson WR Det 
After being shadowed all night against the 49ers D, Johnson missed Wednesday practice with an ankle injury. Johnson who is unstoppable came back to practice today. It looks like he will be back and ready to go.
Verdict: Will play

Sean Lee LB Dal
Getting knocked the shit out by a receiver must have really sucked. Lee who is a stud LB in his own right is hurt with hip pointers. He was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice but I think he will back on the prowl for tackles and his specialty of forcing fumbles. 
Verdict: Will play

Matt Forte RB chi
With great news that Forte did not get a high ankle sprain, he is still hurt and is making progress according to Lovie Smith. He didn't practice yesterday or today which is not good. All signs show that he will most likely not make it to this week's game.
Verdict: Will not play

Jarius Byrd FS Buf
After making a huge name for himself last season, Byrd is hurt with a foot injury. He practiced today on a VERY limited basis according to Coach Gailey but he says that he thinks he will make it to Sunday and Byrd looks good. 
Verdict: Will play

Fred Jackson RB Buf
With Spiller looking like what he was drafted to be, Jackson looks like he will come back to be the backup or split time with Spiller. Jackson who hurt sprained his right knee ligament is making a very good recovery and is ahead of schedule. 
Verdict: Will not play 

Ladarius Webb CB Bal
The number 1 CB on the Ravens Ladarius Webb is hurt and missed Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury. He will be needed for the Patriots game.
Verdict: Will Play

Bernard Pollard SS Bal
This huge hitter has hurt his ribs. Pollard did not practice on Wednesday but it looks like he will be good to go.
Verdict: will play

Roddy White WR Atl
After an amazing game against the Broncos beating out Porter and Bailey, White is hurt with a knee injury. He was limited Wednesday and today but I really feel like there is no problem. The Falcons will need him against the Chargers game.
Verdict: Will Play

Julio Jones WR Atl
With a relatively disappointing week 2, Jones practiced on a limited basis on Wednesday and Thursday. He will play on Sunday against the Chargers in my opinion. 
Verdict: Will play


Written by Dr Doomsday

Thursday, September 20, 2012

WEEK 3: Magic 8 Ball Report

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~dark chocolate makes me sneeze
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~ I drive a VW bug(with flowers In the thingy)
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We here at the RWT know that this article may not get read now, but must cover our butts. There's folks with feelers about ya know.

WEEK 3: Magic 8 Ball Report
Week 2 Record (10-2)
Overall Record. (17-7)

Florida (1-1) v New Mexico (0-2)

These clowns just can't catch a break. Their players are good, friendly guys. But, sadly, there are just not enough of them that can provide the output needed to compete. Happily, the chaetomorpha won their game last week. They were so excited. It was great. Even though this week they will crush the clowns. They still plan to have a face painting and fish cracker party after the game.

Our happy little ball says: How nice is that :)

Minnesota (1-1) v England (1-1)

An embarrassing loss last week did not make for a happy poppa on his weekly radio show. He blames it on sleep but really needs a hug(enter Justin). The dragons are undefeated and have had the luxury of playing two teams who's point totals were some of the lowest in the league. But he ain't frownin'. He uh happy dragon. Frolicking in the Autumn mist in a land called Honalee. However, poppa knows he can't let this dragon go undefeated in this chapter without a fight(which we don't condone). But in the end, he will saddle, mount, break and tame this dragon before he gets out of control.

8 ball lovingly says: who needs his belly scratched, good boy

St. Louis (2-0) v Wyoming (2-0)

At the time of this article the Duffers had won their game by 1.02 points, so we go with that. These two undefeated head into week 3, each vying for a perfect record in Chapter 2 before heading to out of chapter games. The Duffers, in our opinion, have outplayed their potential in the last 2 weeks. But, that's how you win titles in FF. The Headhunters have not been special but have done just enough to get wins. Neither team have great matchups on offense and once again, the RWT believe the D will be the key here. An afternoon of watching Caddyshack together, instead of the game, and the Duffers feel a little poke.........

8 ball cringes: Will you please....suck out the poison for me

Sanibel (0-2) v Atlanta (0-2)

Obviously not the start that either of these teams envisioned for their inagural season at RW. One of these teams will be 3 games back in their chapter by Tuesday morning. The Gadabouts, are lacking......in everything...on offense, while their D is the only thing keeping them alive. The Africans, have just missed in the first 2 weeks. They have the firepower but haven't had the right match-up, until now. The poor relocated Gadabouts, will go on feeling left out and the Africans will console them with a good beating this weekend. As Ian massages out the pain......

The 8 ball directs: A little to the left

Las Vegas (0-2) v Utah (0-2)

There is always something to feel good about, no? I mean if you look at this match-up, both of these guys will have a good week. Spazz has put up plenty of points so far. Enough to sit atop the power rankings in DD, winless. The Degenerates have not suprised themselves. Vegas knew he would struggle this year. The happiness comes when the Spazz finally get their first win(no matter how low they score), and the Degenerates don't get their hopes up by winning a game. It will be like they are laying in a bed of roses together. Bliss.

8 ball rolls over and: NEIGHH

Colorado (2-0) v Omega City (2-0)

So, the polar opposite of the two winless teams facing each other is this. The twin towers in Chapter 3. The legends barely scraping out a win against a hapless Vegas squad. And, the Eagles making it look easy against a gamer in Utah. The legends are ever confident, making it a jolly good time reading his books errr....posts. However, he must put that confidence aside this week, and realize that his dropoff in production is a sign of things to come. Take a deep breath and close them sleepy little eyes cause the sandman from Colorado is going to sing you to sleep......

8 ball sings softly: lullaby and goodnight la la la la la la la

Philly (2-0) v Singapore (1-1)

Have you ever been beaten by a dollop? A smidgen? A squirt? A dash? A tidbit? Sure you have. This ain't one of those times. The Slings have matchups up and down their roster that scream, "oh shit"!!! We here at RWT, don't feel bad for teams very often, but in this flowery edition we feel like crying for the Slings. And you should too. If you see him this week, pat him on his bottom and tell him, just cause you lose doesn't make you a loser. Winning isn't everything.

8 ball rebuts: the hell it isn't

Minnesota (1-1) v Norfolk (0-2)

The Bombers are struggling. They are just not putting up the point totals required to win consistently in RW. I was surprised when looking at their lineup though. It don't suck now, really. It's pretty good. I thought this to be an easy pick, but now I'm a bit vexed. I feel like the destroyers have been outdoing themselves. And, the Bombers are underperforming. In the end, though in a very close game, the Destroyers will plant a third straight loss on the Bombers and bury them in a huge hole.

8 ball offers: what size casket can I get for ya

Chicago (0-2) v Hamilton (2-0)

Not the kind of start CCS envisioned in RW when he swarmed his way into the league at the last second. It's bad and dont look good this week. The Cats, however, have no worries. Their offense is playable but this defense is lights out. The Cats and Headhunters obviously had the same vision to build a stellar defense as the cornerstone of the team(no wonder those two guys get along so well). And, then let the offense pick up the scraps. This idea has led the Cats to 2 high output weeks and he isn't about to stop in week 3. CCS is just another in a long line of teams to fall 3 games back in their chapter after 3 games played and looking forward to drinking from the pee pee bowl.

8 ball askes: Would you like that super sized?

Adelaide (1-1) v Decatur (1-1)

If The Empire hadn't met the big Cat in week 1 they would easily be 2-0. They sit atop the power rankings in TT. The Demons got a early Christmas present and drew CCS in week one and got their lone win(that everyone else in this chapter will also get). This one looks pretty darn close this week. I couldn't find anything that really stood out other than the QB's that the Empire is playing. That combined with the fact that the Demons are playing Shonn Greene(barf), make me lean towards the Empire in this one. Too bad we can't play 2 kickers.

8 ball reveals: Drop Shonn Greene for Olindo Mare

Carolina (1-1) v Jersey (1-1)

This one is easy. As of 11 am EST on Thursday the Werewolves had not submitted a lineup. Worked last week. Jersey wins.

8 ball pleads: help us out here man

San Fransisco (1-1) v San Diego (1-1)

This chapter is knotted up. The only chapter where all 4 teams sport the same record. This weekend it's the battle for California. North vs South. Both these guys got their first win last week. San Fran smoked the legionnaires, who thought they were invincible after week one. While the killers eeked one out on the Werewolves. In this one there are too many PPR points to be had for San Fran. The Killers make this one look more like they did in week 1.

8 Ball laughs: just stay home

Love conquers all.

Roster Wars Times Senior Janitor

Mani Chitsbig

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

WEEK 3: MONSTER MATCHUP



Well 2 weeks in, and your resident doctor is 1-1 in his weekly matchups. At the moment, that matches up with 10 of you, in addition to 7 undefeated and 7 winless squads. We shall see if any of that changes come Thursday. But as of now, there are 2 week 3 matchups between undefeated opponents. One matchup includes the victor of last week's (correctly predicted mind you) Monster Matchup. So in an attempt not to give him as big a head as his opponent, this week's Monster Matchup will focus on the undefeated divisional matchup between the St. Louis Duffers and the Wyoming Headhunters. Although in retrospect, I guess the Headhunters wouldn't mind 2 big heads in his conference… But I digress.

This showdown consists of 2 differently designed squads. The Duffers are sending out 2 quarterbacks, 3 running backs, 4 wide receivers, and a single tight end and kicker on offense. The Headhunters are employing a 2 quarterback formation, with 3 running backs, 2 wide receivers, 3 tight ends and a kicker. On defense, the Duffers are loading up their secondary, with a single defensive tackle, defensive end, and cornerback, while sending out 4 linebackers and 4 safeties. The Headhunters are using a much different strategy, backing up his belief that the battles are won in the trenches. They are using a formation of a single defensive tackle, cornerback, and safety, with 3 defensive ends and 5 linebackers.

Each team has a strong quarterback, along with a questionable number 2. However, the comparisons really end there. The Headhunters' RB trio of Adrian Peterson, Darren McFadden, and Marshawn Lynch has been incredibly fortunate for their team. A few weeks ago many would have predicted that none of the 3 would be starting at this point in the season. However, Peterson proved that there are superheroes, and Lynch has been blessed with a lengthy legal process. The jury is still out on whether McFadden will be playing this week, as he still has to get out of bed each day, which gives him a 47% chance of his knee exploding. Regardless, these 3 should easily be able to cover the Duffers' trio of Benson, Reggie Bush, and Pierre Thomas. However, The Duffers should compensate with a stronger receiving group. Andre and Stevie Johnson, in addition to Bowe and the Steve Smith that has a resume longer than 1 line, should be able to easily outproduce the Headhunters' duo of Demaryius Thomas and Malcolm Floyd. However, the Headhunters will once again counter with a trio of tight ends against the Duffers' lone representative, although in my increasingly convincing medical opinion none of these tight ends will be the difference maker in this matchup. All things considered, the offenses have the potential to put up very similar numbers.

The defenses should end up being the deciding factor this week. Both have strong linebacker groups. The Duffers were led in week 2 by Clay Matthews' 3.5 sack performance against the Bears. The rest of his linebackers have averaged just under 20 points a game. However, the Headhunters have the edge at Linebacker, with an impressive group (trust me- I'm a doctor). The Duffers group of safeties should combine for a good 60 points, but the Headhunters should be able to counter that with their trio of pass-rushing defensive ends.

After many varieties of alternative (and often self-prescribed) medications, I took a long nap. When I woke up, the winner of this week's Monster Matchup had come to me. The Duffers should put up another solid showing this week, which they are showing is just par for their course, but it will not be enough to take down the Headhunters. They will maintain their place among the Roster Wars undefeated. And just let me know if you're ever interested in reattaching some of those heads you're collecting. I charge the best prices around.

Until next time, and good luck to everyone not playing the Pigskins this week!

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Week 2: Titillating Tuesday Takeaway

Titillating Tuesday Takeaway
By: Ima H. Omer

Another week has come and gone!!!! As we learned last week, scores are not official until Thursday, but we will try to help you stay abreast of the situation. We here feel that any game within 15 points, is “to close to call” until Elias releases final stats on Thursday. We will give our opinion and hopefully, not look like a boob.

Dastardly Dozen


Chaetomorpha – 365.42 @ Eternals – 223.45
Scary thing is, I can now SPELL Chaetomorpha without looking. To the game. For the Eternals, not a single player has topped the 20 point mark. This went a long way to their demise. Dracula had left Ogletree on the bench last week and should have this one too, as he came back to earth. Clownfish had 6 TBB’s score a total of 118.82 pts. While impressive, this reporter thinks this is more of a fluke than the rule. Chaetomorpha have shown us the way to kill Eternals……feed them Sushi.

Dragons – 346.18 @ Mad Clowns – 241.52

Dragons have come out breathing fire. The Mad Clowns are in the burn unit. Led by RG3 and Amendola on offense and very good numbers on defense, the Dragons burned their way through the Clowns. The Joker managed to leave some very solid defensive stats on his bench. In the end, it really wouldn’t have mattered that much. The Clowns will need to learn how to juggle their lineup better to break this losing streak.

Headhunters – 335.98 @ Gadabouts – 264.06

The Headhunters have stuck another skull on their spears. Putting together one of the best defensive scores of the week, they overcame poor performances from Peyton and DMC. These could have been critical, except OC Ron Burgandy just has not gotten the news yet. CJ0K just cannot score him points. Add in Williams and Titus Young, you get a whopping, wait for it, 9.40 pts. No way Ron can scoop anyone at this rate. Tom Landry just keeps continuing his winning ways.

Africans – 340.92 @ Duffers – 331.94

This is one of the games that falls into the “to close to call” category. Had OC Jim Harbaugh decided not to go with Jay Cutler and used Sanchez instead, this game would not be nearly as close. Add in the 1.40 Fitz performance and this game comes down to Elias. Payne Stewart is hoping to get a birdie on Thursday to pull this one out. He was helped the most by Matthews, Bush and Bowe. Had Andre Johnson managed to chip in, this would have been a great foursome. For now, we wait and see.

Spazz – 350.00 @ Screaming Eagles – 388.04
Spazz are on the ground twitching after last night’s game. While Spiller and Nicks led the offense, Blackmon and Rodgers appeared to be on medication, scoring a total of 1.22 points. For the Screaming Eagles, solid Monday Night plays from McGahee and White have soared them to the win and the largest point total for the week. The Ultimate Warrior is still looking for loopholes to get the Eagles off the endangered list.

Legends – 317.78 @, Degenerates – 291.42

Magneto rolled out the highest defensive effort so far this week. His LB’s gave a polarizing performance of 121.00 points. For this week, he has overcome the Hernandez injury. Can he do it moving on? Note should be made, the Legends had the next to lowest winning score. On the other side, Primetimes defense scored the least total defensive points of the week. Maybe he needs to spend more time in the tape room and less in a Fairy costume.

Terrible Twelve

Slings – 288.86 @ Destroyers – 359.78
Just like their name, the Destroyers did just that. Destroyed the Slings. Randy Marsh couldn’t get the Sherriff to find his own players. The 21.04 pt. total from Manning/Bradshaw/Charles/Jackson spelled doom. Destroyers had 4 IDP players that outscored this group single handedly. Emperor Palpatine brought a Death Star to the game w/Spiller and Sproles. Add in the second best defense, you get Storm Troopers.

Bombers – 302.10 @ Pigskins – 316.68

Game is close. Thursday is coming. Stanislaw is hoping for some decaying Uranium to blow up his stats. Although, had Einstein nuked Jay Cutler they would be in much better shape. Oxy-moron, Cutler/Einstein in same sentence. For the Pigskins, Joe Gibbs rolled out RG3 and AJ Green to lead the offense, with a lot of help from the D. London Fletcher showed he still has it with a 23.00 pt. output. We feel Dave will regret the Cutler move and will fall to the Piggieskins.

Steel Cats – 323.44 @ Demons – 313.68
Another close game. Again, the heavily dogged Demons are trying to pull one out of the ashes. The Steel Cats had nice numbers from Eli and the entire defense, while Ozzy, on the Demons side, had big fat 0’s from Avril and Nick Perry. In the end, we feel Puss N’ Boots will perform an Exorcism.

Empire – 366.82 @ Crime Syndicate – 284.24
These aren’t your Daddy’s legends here. Leonidas rebounded from last week with a defense of the Pass. Get it? After Thursday, he stands a chance of the top defensive score. Chicago was arrested by another down performance by his starters. Even with 100% efficiency, Capone would only have shot out a 309.60 score. No where good enough. He brought guns to a sword fight and lost.

Legionnaires – 260.92 @ Golddiggers – 348.34
Obviously, the Legionnaires were still drunk from their victory last week. Going from the high score, to the 2nd lowest score, they were massacred. Good thing Napoleon is not on staff, this would have been a Waterloo. We could add right here, that Hamish Campbell really needs to know who his players really are, but that would almost be cruel. The Golddiggers pumped out the second highest offensive total for the week. Led by 26+ scores from Foster/McGahee/Harvin/Davis, Genghis Kahn took the field of battle. When last seen, owner Justin Pullis was pounding swords into plowshares.

Killers – 314.24 @ Werewolves – 301.62
Close enough to be interesting. Jack Sparrow saved Nicks from the gangplank, now we need to see if it was enough. Maybe the Werewolves aren’t who Dennis Green thought they were. For DC Buddy Ryan, only 2 players topped 20 points. Had he been able to add a little more, outcome may have been different. Had Eva been able to pull this off, could have taken a much needed when in the 6th Chapter. No one may notice though, she is just too damn hot!!!!! We feel Killers hold on.

That’s it from here.

Come back next week for the worst, and the breast, in Roster Wars!!!!!!



Monday, September 17, 2012

Week 2: The 2-Minute Drill

The 2-Minute Drill
Week 2 of the RW Season
By: Mike Diggs
YTD Record: 12-0
Welcome back for another edition of the 2-Minute Drill. What a crazy weekend of football once again, but what else can be expected from the first couple weeks on the NFL season. Strange things happen each year and this year is nothing different. Who would have seen Arizona breaking the home-opener winning streak in Foxborough? Dallas goes from looking dominate against the defending champions to getting dominated by Seattle. The Eagles outslugged the Ravens. And probably the biggest head scratcher, the 0-2 Saints. But enough of the NFL headlines… Let’s dive into the RW headlines!

Florida Chaetomorpha 365.42 (+0) vs Minnesota Eternals 223.38 (+0)
Umm… Andy apparently forgot to tell his players that they were playing on Sunday and not on Monday. I’m afraid that many of them decided it wasn’t worth showing up this week. No drama, just an old fashioned ass kicking by the Chaetomorpha this week. Florida evens their record at 1-1 while the Eternals drop to 1-1.

England Dragons 335.18 (+1) vs New Mexico Mad Clowns 181.82 (+4)
Very solid showing by the Dragons in this one. One of the higher scores of the week and he still awaits some points from Wesley Woodyard. The Clowns just happened to pick a fight with the wrong team. Even monsters games out of Turner, Von Miller, Mike Adams, and Thomas DeCoud won’t be enough to claw back into this one. The Dragons easily jump to the top of the division at 2-0 while New Mexico continues to “clown” around at the bottom, dropping to 0-2.

Wyoming Headhunters 305.74 (+2) vs Sanibel Gadabouts 264.06 (+0)
The Headhunters went for blood this week and they got it. The Gadabouts were out classed in this fight. Already with a 40pt cushion, Lance is still yet to trot Peyton Manning and Demaryius Thomas out to play on Monday night. As for the Sanibel crew, it’s just another week of disappointment. Headhunters remain leaders of the Second Chapter at 2-0 while the Gadabouts are left to ponder change at 0-2.

Atlanta Africans 301.36 (+2) vs St. Louis Duffers 318.44 (+1)
Finally, we get to a real contest. The Africans and the Duffers put on a great show on Sunday and we look to be in for a photo finish on Monday night! Ian will send its’ field general, Matty Ice, into battle along side of one of the defensive MVPs of Week 1, Stephen Nicholas. The Duffers will try and hold off the attack with Tony Gonzalez and a 14.08pt lead. Frankie’s only hope will be a TD or two to Tony G. Don’t think that is going to happen so I have this one ending up in the Africans’ favor. Atlanta climbs to 1-1 while the Duffers duff to 1-1.

Utah Spazz 308.48 (+3) vs Colorado Screaming Eagles 326.78 (+4)
With seven guys waiting to play, we all know what that means. These two squads have way too many Broncos and Falcons on their rosters! Jacquizz Rodgers, Matt Prater, and William Moore are going to need to outscore Willis McGahee, Eric Decker, Roddy White, and Derek Wolfe… AND make up 18pts. When you’re done laughing, you’ll agree with me that it’s not going to happen. Spazz drop to 0-2 while the Screaming Eagles cement their place as one of the best teams in Roster Wars at 2-0.

Omega City Legends 289.28 (+2) vs Las Vegas Degenerates 268.52 (+2)
Sorry, I think I just threw up in my mouth a little bit. What a shitty game, and I’m not just saying that because I’m a LVD fan. Both teams were plagued by underperformers this week. At least the Legends have a shot to get to a respectable score with Julio and Weatherspoon waiting to play. The Degenerates only have a kicker and the #1 defensive player from Week One, Tracy Porter. Not a chance for Vegas in this one. Legends cruise to 2-0 while LVD starts to eye the #1 pick in the 2013 Rookie Draft at 0-2.

Singapore Slings 280.42 (+1) vs Minnesota Destroyers 346.78 (+1)
Another case of one team showing up and the other hitting the snooze button six times too many. The Slings were outmatch in this one, no doubt about it. Not even Peyton Manning will be able to make up the 66pt deficit. As for the Destroyers, they may think about benching Von Miller simply out of compassion. Yea, I didn’t really think so either. Minnesota bounces back from a tough loss to even out at 1-1 while the Slings drop to 1-1.

Norfolk Bombers 302.10 (+0) vs Philadelphia Pigskins 316.68 (+0)
No drama. No Monday night players. The Pigskins had a fight on their hands but in the end got the job done without the need to running the 2-Minute offense. Philly remains atop the Fourth Chapter at 2-0 and the Bombers implode at 0-2.

Hamilton Steel Cats 323.44 (+1) vs Decatur Demons 279.38 (+1)
The Demons showed up to the gun fight with a squirt gun full of catnip and got clawed up. The Steel Cats fired on all cylinders on Sunday and left really nothing for Derek Wolfe to do on Monday night. Decatur still has William Moore waiting in the wing, but even if Moore picked off Peyton a couple times... AND returned all of those picks for touchdowns… AND racked up a couple tackles… It still wouldn’t be enough to salvage this one. Hamilton improves to 2-0 while the Demons drop to 1-1.

Adelaide Empire 305.52 (+4) vs Chicago Crime Syndicate 244.68 (+2)
Yikes! The Chicago Crime Syndicate looked like the Wilderness Girls of America in this one. Matt Ryan and Stephen Nicholas could both put up thirty point games and the Syndicate would still be behind. And oh yeah, the Empire is still waiting for Demaryius, Roddy, Tamme, and Woodyard to take the field. Good ole fashioned butt whoopin’ in this one! Adelaide rises to 1-1 and the Bicycle Thieves fall to 0-2.

Jersey Legionnaires 232.52 (+3) vs San Francisco Golddiggers 311.28 (+2)
I’m kind of left scratching my head in this one. Didn’t the Legionnaires post the first 400pt game in Roster Wars history last week? Didn’t we have to listen to Justin gloat all week about how he was the top overall scorer in the league last week? My God did fortunes change in Jersey Shore! Julio, Matt Bryant, and Tracy Porter have a good shot of outscoring McGahee and Decker for sure… But no chance in hell of making up the 79pt deficit they find themselves in. Golddiggers rebound to shock the world and move to 1-1 while Snookie is left to scratch her crabs and wonder at 1-1.

San Diego Killers 314.24 (+0) vs Carolina Werewolves 270.62 (+2)
And finally, we end the 2-Minute Drill with a tiny sweat for Sihao and the Killers. Carolina will put its hopes on the back of Tony Gonzalez and Mr. Dumervil to rescue them on Monday but I’m thinking Elvis has already left the building and Jason is a couple seasons late on Tony G. The Werewolves close the gap but in the end, fall short in this one. San Diego rises up to 1-1 and the Wolves drop to 1-1.

And that does it for Week Two of the 2-Minute Drill. A couple interesting story lines to watch on Monday night, but many games are in the books here at Roster Wars. Check ya next week, stay classy San Diego!
-Mike Diggs