Wk. 13
Overall Rankings:
1. (0) Botswana Brownie Eaters* (163)
2. (0) Cairo Mummy Warriors* (140)
3. (+1) Niger Mambas* (139)
4. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
5. (0) Nairobi Warthogs* (130)
6. (-3) Alexandria Greats* (125)
7. (0) Toros Texans* (117)
8. (+1) Uganda Headhunters* (109)
9. (-1) Gunston Drunks* (99)
10. (+1) Algeria Tigers* (91)
11. (-1) Pretoria Pigs* (76)
12. (0) Khodumodumo's Revenge* (69)
13. (0) Monterey Magic* (66)
14. (0) Carthage Mercenaries* (65)
15. (0) Lima Cheetahs* (46)
16. (+1) Tripoli Leathernecks (31)
17. (+3) The African Predators* (21)
18. (+4) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
19. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
20. (-1) Rwanda Roadkill (4)
21. (+2) Banghazi Barbary Lions (-1)
22. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
23. (+1) Burundi Scorpions (-4)
24. (-8) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
25. (+1) Kalahari Vikings (-23)
26. (-1) Comoros Crocodiles (-33)
27. (0) Taipei Little Fish Rangers (-49)
28. (+1) Egyptian Necromancers (-66)
29. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
30. (0) Gabon Panthers (-89)
31. (0) Zimbabwe Mighty Zulu Nation (-92)
32. (0) Bamako Bite (-109)
Largest Rise:
18. (+4) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
Biggest Fall:
24. (-8) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
Lion Conference:
1. (+1) Niger Mambas* (139)
2. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
3. (0) Nairobi Warthogs* (130)
4. (-3) Alexandria Greats* (125)
5. (0) Uganda Headhunters* (109)
6. (0) Pretoria Pigs* (76)
7. (0) Lima Cheetahs* (46)
8. (+2) The African Predators* (21)
9. (0) Rwanda Roadkill (4)
10. (+1) Banghazi Barbary Lions (-1)
11. (+1) Burundi Scorpions (-4)
12. (-4) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
13. (0) Kalahari Vikings (-23)
14. (0) Taipei Little Fish Rangers (-49)
15. (0) Gabon Panthers (-89)
16. (0) Bamako Bite (-109)
Largest Rise:
2. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
8. (+2) The African Predators* (21)
Biggest Fall:
12. (-4) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
Elephant Conference:
1. (0) Botswana Brownie Eaters* (163)
2. (0) Cairo Mummy Warriors* (140)
3. (0) Toros Texans* (117)
4. (0) Gunston Drunks* (99)
5. (0) Algeria Tigers* (91)
6. (0) Khodumodumo's Revenge* (69)
7. (0) Monterey Magic* (66)
8. (0) Carthage Mercenaries* (65)
9. (0) Tripoli Leathernecks (31)
10. (+2) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
11. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
12. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
13. (0) Comoros Crocodiles (-33)
14. (+1) Egyptian Necromancers (-66)
15. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
16. (0) Zimbabwe Mighty Zulu Nation (-92)
Largest Rise:
10. (+2) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
Biggest Fall:
11. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
12. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
15. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
Wk. 14 Game of the Week:
Wk. 14 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (?-?)
Toros Texans* ?-? Botswana Brownie Eaters*
Player of the Game:
Wk. 14 Game of the Week:
#7 Toros Texans* (11-2) @ #1 Botswana Brownie Eaters* (13-0)
The Game: What can you say about a team like the Botswana Brownie Eaters? Week in and week out they have been the class of the league, and getting it done to the tune of 13-0. Say what you will about BBE, but the facts speak for themselves. Biggest question now for BBE is, can they keep this up and go undefeated through the regular season AND the playoffs? Only time will tell. On the flipside, and currently ranked #3 in the league as biggest trash talker, Toros WR - Lima Limas Sweed is going to have to do some serious yapping to rally his troops for this epic battle. The Texans potent offense will have to be nearly perfect on the road, against the only undefeated team in Africa AAA. Ive got to love a team with a guy named Buckwheat playing MLBer, but cool names dont win you games. The next two contests for the Texans are crucial. If they win out, they could win the Conf. Title. But, if they lose ANY of their remaining games, they could find themselves on the road to start the playoffs. Big matchup for both teams, for VERY different reasons.
Prediction: Something tells me that the Botswana Brownie Eaters are no 72' Miami Dolphins, and before this season ends, their flaws shall be brought to light. I just dont believe it will be this game that reveals those flaws to us. The Texans REALLY have their work cut out for them. If their defense can somehow get a few stops and a couple turnovers, and they gameplan and scout perfectly, then they have a chance to beat BBE. But, I believe this horse race will be won down the stretch, in the 4th quarter. Botswana, by a nose.
Wk. 13 Game of the Week:
Wk. 13 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-5)
Alexandria Greats* 27-44 Ethiopia Devils*
Alexandrias Conf. Title victory parade was rained out this week after going on the road and getting their asses pounded by the Ethiopia Devils. With 3 INT, 1 FR, & 3 Sacks, the Devils Defense stole the show from both teams offenses, and bitch-slapped the Not-So-Greats back to Alexandria. The Not-So-Greats cant argue the result, they can only offer up their typical b.s. excuses. Right Jimmy? Right Ricky? Right D3?
Anyhow, I will happily take the loss in my prediction this week. Great game Ethiopia!
Player of the Game:
Devils The entire Ethiopia Devils Defense!
Wk. 13 Game of the Week:
#3 Alexandria Greats* 11-1 @ #6 Ethiopia Devils* 10-2
The Game: The tougher games for the Elephant Conf. must have been in the first five games of the season when I wasnt doing these write-ups. Week after week, the best games are being played in the Lion Conf. late in the season hands down. We have another one on tap this week as another top ten matchup takes place. This game means much more to the Devils than it does to the Greats. With a loss, Ethiopia could fall from the coveted top four spots and lose out on hosting a home playoff game. Staring them in the face is the #1 team in the Conf., and possibly the League, the Alexandria Greats. Regardless of the magnitude of this game, the Greats will come to town with guns blazing. There is no way, after beating their rival Nairobi Warthogs, that they are about to let the Conf. title slip away. Can the Devils rain on the Greats parade? Or, will the Greats go on the road and assure the Devils of a fall from grace?
Prediction: It is no secret that, by law, ANY Nairobi Warthog HAS to dislike ANY Alexandria Great. On the flipside, we all know Im very partial to the Ethiopia Devils. But, either fact is neither here nor there. These facts matter not when trying to be unbias in my predictions. The Greats are a top echelon team without a doubt, maybe THE top, and they will march into Devils Stadium and take food from starving Ethiopian childrens mouths! The merciless Greats win again. (But, Go Devils!)
Wk. 12 Game of the Week:
Wk. 12 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-4)
Ethiopia Devils* 40-27 Pretoria Pigs*
With their dual QB system, Ethiopia went to the skys to go on the road and come back home with a big win. Their passing game was opened up by the strong ground game of HB - Jerome Beatyourass. With Jerome keeping the defense honest, the Devils QBs threw for a combined 329.5 yds and 3 tds. The Owners and GMs certainly brought their 'A-Game' as the offense was certainly firing on all cylinders in a must-win game. Pretoria lacked the answers it they needed to keep up. With some huge games on the horizon for the Pigs, they must practically win out with their backs against the wall, for the right to host a playoff game this offseason. After a loss like this, I just dont see them grabbing a top four spot. If they dont seize a road playoff win, this season HAS to be considered a disappointment for the Pigs.
Player of the Game:
Devils HB - Jerome Beautyourass 18 Rush, 143yds; 2 Rec, 1.5yds; 1 TD
Wk. 12 Game of the Week:
#6 Ethiopia Devils* (112) 9-2 @ #10 Pretoria Pigs* (88) 8-3
The Game: Again, this is a week where there arent a ton of big games to choose from. Dont tell that to the Ethiopia Devils OR the Pretoria Pigs! This matchup of top 10 teams is definately one to watch. Ethiopia has only lost two games, one to the #1 team in the league (Botswana Brownie Eaters), and a couple weeks ago, they ran into the hottest team in the league (Niger Mambas). The Devils are in the midst of the toughest part of the schedule and need some big wins to close out the season. Meanwhile, Pretoria has beaten who they should have, while losing their three toughest games. This will be the Pigs chance to prove they are for real and can win a big game. Three out of their next four games are against top notch opponents, so the party is officially over for them, it is all business from here on out.
Prediction: I must be a glutton for punishment because I am going with the underdog once again this week. With the Devils caught in a whirlwind of tough games, and the Pigs desperately needing to win a big game this season, this one should be close. I will take the Pigs in a tight one. Devils? Sorry again boyz.
Wk. 11 Game of the Week:
Wk. 11 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-3)
Niger Mambas* 45-30 Uganda Headhunters*
Unfortunately for the Uganda Headhunters, I should have known better than to go with wishful thinking and pick against the Niger Mambas. Back-to-back games of the week & back-to-back primetime wins! As Niger has begun to go to the air more, the scoreboard is starting to light up, and the Mambas have caught fire. If they can keep this pace, the last regular season game against the Greats will be for the Conference title! Be afraid Africa AAA... be VERY afraid.
Player of the Game:
Mambas TE - Waco Clark 7 Rec, 183yds, 3 TD
Wk. 11 Game of the Week:
#3 Niger Mambas* (58) 9-1 @ #4 Uganda Headhunters* (54) 8-2
The Game: For the second consecutive week, the Niger Mambas find themselves in the spotlight, this time on the road. The Mambas will face an equally potent Offense this week, but a little better Defense than they faced last week, when they face off against the Uganda Headhunters. We have reached the point in the schedule where the top tier teams will be beating up on one another to see who can claim those coveted home playoff spots. This game will be no exception and should live up to the hype. Expect a knock down drag out fight til the end. The gladiator who comes out of this one with a victory will solidify their grasp on a top four seed.
Prediction: This one may honestly be the hardest one to pick thus far in my Rankings. But, I am going to play a hunch, or maybe just go with some good ole wishful Nairobi thinking... The Headhunters will decapitate a special trophy this week, a Mamba snake head to add to their shrunken head collection. Headhunters in a REALLY tough one.
Wk. 10 Game of the Week:
Wk. 10 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-2)
Ethiopia Devils* 28-41 Niger Mambas*
Well, the answers to all our questions are in and here are the results. Although Mambas HB - Grezbor Quam was, for the most part, held in check, the Niger offense got the job done through the air by way of three touchdowns thrown by QB - Josh Hoffman. The Mambas manage a HUGE win at home and shoot up the rankings as a respect reward. The Devils however got eaten up in the Mambas Den and plummet mightily in the latest rankings. Now, the only questions that remain are: Can the Mambas get it done the rest the season and solidify their lofty rank? And can the Devils recover enough from their midseason letdown to be relevant come playoff time?
Player of the Game:
Niger QB - Josh Hoffman 31/42, 259yds, 3 TD, 0 Int
Wk. 10 Game of the Week:
#2 Ethiopia Devils* (76) 8-1 @ #7 Niger Mambas* (52) 8-1
The Game: In a week filled with big games and huge matchups, the game I truly want to see is taking place in the Mambas Den between the Ethiopia Devils and the hometown Niger Mambas. Even some of the Ethiopia Devils have questioned just why they have been ranked so high this season. Look no further for their chance to prove, one way or another, just what their answer truly is. They will go on the road and face the biggest snake in the league (And I mean that in the most endearing way possible.): HB - Grezbor Quam. What can you say? 600+ yards ahead of his nearest rushing competitor, tied for the league lead in touchdowns, he is the king snake of the den. Can the Devils prove that he has managed to run up his stats facing inferior foes? Or will the Mambas prove he truly is the king of the snakes? If the Devils defense, whom have been pretty damn good this season, cannot stop him? It could be a long trip back to Ethiopia. Can the Devils jump into the snake pit, slay their opponent, and come out unscathed? Or will the Mambas slither their way past Ethiopia to their first huge victory of the season? Looks as though a great many questions will be answered in less than two days.
Prediction: Typically, my write-ups stay the course of unbias with one lone exception. So, to switch it up a bit, instead of being bias which is so easily done, or unbias which tends to run bland, how about I try a little reverse bias? Here goes: The Devils owner and his team of GMs and players have always been stand up guys, whom I appreciate and enjoy on the forums as much as one can like a conference rival. In fact, I find it sort of ironic they would be named the 'Devils'. And, although they have faired quite well so far this season, being a good group of guys doesnt always translate into big wins. After losing my last two predictions (One to pride and the other to misfortune.), I am going to step it up a notch and begrudgingly pick the upset... Mambas at home over the Devils. Yet, I will root for the Devils to pull this one out. (To no offense of the Mambas.)
Wk. 9 Game of the Week:
Wk. 9 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-2)
Cairo Mummy Warriors* 25-38 Toros Texans*
Having the game well in hand going into the 4th quarter on the road, Cairo's normally stout defense had only to close out the game. It was not to be as the Texans defense turned the tables at home along with their potent offense, and the Toros score 24 points in the 4th quarter to make this game a lot more lopsided than it truly was. This must have been the American version of Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah, where Godzilla gets defeated on foreign turf. Great win for the Texans, tough loss for the Warriors.
Player of the Game:
Texans WR - Limas Limas Sweed 6 Rec, 59yds, 3 TD
Wk. 9 Game of the Week:
#4 Cairo Mummy Warriors* (65) 7-1 @ #5 Toros Texans* (57) 7-1
The Game: All eyes will be in Toro tomorrow evening to witness this highly controversial matchup of two of the leagues best, the Mummy Warriors & the Toro Texans. The Texans three-headed monster of QB - Bates, HB - McNasty, & WR - Sweed will test their mettle against one of the toughest defenses in the league. Cairo's stingy defense has given up the fewest points in the league against some of the leagues best teams. Remember the movie Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah? Or am I just the oldest bastard in GLB? Either way, look for the same result here: Cairo's defense will look to sever the heads of the Texans' three-headed monster.
Prediction: I have stuck with these guys all season, and Im not about to turn my back on them now. This time, the Cairo Mummy Warriors (Godzilla) head out on the road, prove their worth once again, and show everyone that they are an elite team in this league by beating up on the Toro Texans (King Ghidorah).
Wk. 8 Game of the Week:
Wk. 8 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-1)
Nairobi Warthogs* 27-33 Alexandria Greats*
Many wondered if this rivalry could get more heated. This game proved that it could. The Greats come back to beat the Hogs at home, in a close, well played game by both teams. After being blatantly disrespected, Alexandria HB - Ricky Jordan showed that the best way to shut people up, is to crack their heads on the field. Ricky Jordan had this to say in his post game interview, "Ricky just has one question... Who's the bitches now, Hogs!? Get that microphone outta my face! I cant stand you punk-ass reporters!". ALL the Nairobi players declined comment. Regardless, no other teams in this league want to beat one another more than these two, and this game just poured salt on an open wound. If the Greats and Hogs meet in the playoffs, watch out, there WILL be blood, sweat, tears, and fireworks!
Player of the Game:
Greats HB - Ricky Jordan 10 Rush, 39.5yds; 4 Rec, 101.5yds; 1 TD
Wk. 8 Game of the Week:
#2 Nairobi Warthogs* (66) 6-1 @ #8 Alexandria Greats* (39) 6-1
The Game: Since winning a championship two seasons ago, the Alexandria Not-So-Greats have been bitter about the Nairobi Warthogs coming in and bitch slapping them in the regular season & the playoffs. Their inflated egos (Even their name is egotistical!) have certainly lost some of its charm due to their whining and crying on the forums about how Nairobi isnt built well, and how their asses are sore from getting raped by us over and again. Really though, who can blame them? Nairobi is a far better team top to bottom, with a smarter, more savvy set of Owner & GMs. Sad thing is, Alexandria STILL doesnt realize it yet. Time remind them. The party is over boyz! No more 0-6 teams to beat up on. Nairobi is the biggest bully in this schoolyard!
Prediction: Nairobi will prove once again they are the superior team, and Alexandria will undoubtedly blow the forums up with how they were cheated, and Jimmy this and Ricky that, and how life isnt fair, and boo-hoo-hoo, and blah blah blah. Bottom line? Same ole story bitches... we own your ass. Warthogs over the Not-So-Greats.
Wk. 7 Game of the Week:
Wk. 7 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-0)
Botswana Brownie Eaters* 61-0 Khodumodumo's Revenge*
The blowout no one wanted to believe in happens. BBE steamrolled the Revenge with their running game, as their Defense put together an impressive performance; Intercepting the Revenge three times while only giving up 206.5 total yards.
Player of the Game:
Botswana HB - Keith Goddard 21 Rush, 143.5yds; 3 Rec, 67.5yds; 4 TD
Week 7 Game of the Week:
#1 Botswana Brownie Eaters* (71) 6-0 @ #10 Khodumodumo's Revenge* (26) 4-2
The Game: This is the ONLY game this week to feature two of my top 10 teams. That being said, the Revenge have little chance against the #1 team in the league. Botswana rides a 6 game winning streak against some of the tougher opponents in the league, while the Revenge have only one true quality win and are coming off a terrible loss to the #14 Magic. But, this is the chance the Revenge have been looking for to prove their worth, and they will have the home fans behind them. Revenge, just be careful what you wish for.
Prediction: Another quality win on the road, BBE wins in a blowout going away to further solidify their hold on the #1 rank. Meanwhile, the Revenge continue on their slide into mediocrity.
Wk. 6 Game of the Week:
Wk. 6 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (1-0)
Gunston Drunks* 31-48 Cairo Mummy Warriors*
The Mummy Warriors used their potent passing attack to sober up the Drunks!
Player of the Game:
Cairo QB - Joe Montana 16 37/48, 374yds, 2 TD, 0 Int
Wk. 6 Game of the Week:
#7 Gunston Drunks* (34) 4-1 @ #5 Cairo Mummy Warriors* (36) 4-1
The Game: This is a BIGTIME game with two of the top seven ranked teams going at it. Gunston, coming off a bad loss to the #1 team in the League, Botswana, and feeling a bit perplexed by their lower-than-expected rank; try to get back on track by winning a huge game on the road. Their oppenent, Cairo is trying to live up to their generous #5 ranking. They too have lost to the #1 team in the League but only by 3 points after giving up a late touchdown in a game they could have won. Despite that lone setback, the Mummy Warriors have looked good, which is why I believe they deserve the rank they have. The biggest edge for Gunston? The running game and their blocking schemes. The biggest edge for Cairo? The passing game and reciever corps. Its run vs. pass, #7 vs. #5... sit back and enjoy!
Prediction: Cairo wins this one at home, justifying to the whole league why they were ranked slightly higher than Gunston, and why they are certainly a team to be reckoned with in the Elephant Conference.
Wk. 5 Game of the Week Prediction Result:
None
* Denotes Currently Holding a Playoff Spot.
(+/-) Denotes 'Rank Number'. The more positive the number, the higher your team is ranked.
Rankings & Predictions are based on Team Rankings/Level, Record, Quality Wins, Quality Losses, Win Streak, Chemistry, plus a few other Intricate Details & Miscellaneous Data. Also, the formula is likely to be tweaked over time until I feel it is ultimately perfected.
Overall Rankings:
1. (0) Botswana Brownie Eaters* (163)
2. (0) Cairo Mummy Warriors* (140)
3. (+1) Niger Mambas* (139)
4. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
5. (0) Nairobi Warthogs* (130)
6. (-3) Alexandria Greats* (125)
7. (0) Toros Texans* (117)
8. (+1) Uganda Headhunters* (109)
9. (-1) Gunston Drunks* (99)
10. (+1) Algeria Tigers* (91)
11. (-1) Pretoria Pigs* (76)
12. (0) Khodumodumo's Revenge* (69)
13. (0) Monterey Magic* (66)
14. (0) Carthage Mercenaries* (65)
15. (0) Lima Cheetahs* (46)
16. (+1) Tripoli Leathernecks (31)
17. (+3) The African Predators* (21)
18. (+4) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
19. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
20. (-1) Rwanda Roadkill (4)
21. (+2) Banghazi Barbary Lions (-1)
22. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
23. (+1) Burundi Scorpions (-4)
24. (-8) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
25. (+1) Kalahari Vikings (-23)
26. (-1) Comoros Crocodiles (-33)
27. (0) Taipei Little Fish Rangers (-49)
28. (+1) Egyptian Necromancers (-66)
29. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
30. (0) Gabon Panthers (-89)
31. (0) Zimbabwe Mighty Zulu Nation (-92)
32. (0) Bamako Bite (-109)
Largest Rise:
18. (+4) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
Biggest Fall:
24. (-8) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
Lion Conference:
1. (+1) Niger Mambas* (139)
2. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
3. (0) Nairobi Warthogs* (130)
4. (-3) Alexandria Greats* (125)
5. (0) Uganda Headhunters* (109)
6. (0) Pretoria Pigs* (76)
7. (0) Lima Cheetahs* (46)
8. (+2) The African Predators* (21)
9. (0) Rwanda Roadkill (4)
10. (+1) Banghazi Barbary Lions (-1)
11. (+1) Burundi Scorpions (-4)
12. (-4) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
13. (0) Kalahari Vikings (-23)
14. (0) Taipei Little Fish Rangers (-49)
15. (0) Gabon Panthers (-89)
16. (0) Bamako Bite (-109)
Largest Rise:
2. (+2) Ethiopia Devils* (139)
8. (+2) The African Predators* (21)
Biggest Fall:
12. (-4) G-Vegas Pirates (-5)
Elephant Conference:
1. (0) Botswana Brownie Eaters* (163)
2. (0) Cairo Mummy Warriors* (140)
3. (0) Toros Texans* (117)
4. (0) Gunston Drunks* (99)
5. (0) Algeria Tigers* (91)
6. (0) Khodumodumo's Revenge* (69)
7. (0) Monterey Magic* (66)
8. (0) Carthage Mercenaries* (65)
9. (0) Tripoli Leathernecks (31)
10. (+2) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
11. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
12. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
13. (0) Comoros Crocodiles (-33)
14. (+1) Egyptian Necromancers (-66)
15. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
16. (0) Zimbabwe Mighty Zulu Nation (-92)
Largest Rise:
10. (+2) Nigerian Nightmares (12)
Biggest Fall:
11. (-1) Tripoli Terror (4)
12. (-1) Iowa Fortress (-3)
15. (-1) Casablanca Golden Eagles (-68)
Wk. 14 Game of the Week:
Wk. 14 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (?-?)
Toros Texans* ?-? Botswana Brownie Eaters*
Player of the Game:
Wk. 14 Game of the Week:
#7 Toros Texans* (11-2) @ #1 Botswana Brownie Eaters* (13-0)
The Game: What can you say about a team like the Botswana Brownie Eaters? Week in and week out they have been the class of the league, and getting it done to the tune of 13-0. Say what you will about BBE, but the facts speak for themselves. Biggest question now for BBE is, can they keep this up and go undefeated through the regular season AND the playoffs? Only time will tell. On the flipside, and currently ranked #3 in the league as biggest trash talker, Toros WR - Lima Limas Sweed is going to have to do some serious yapping to rally his troops for this epic battle. The Texans potent offense will have to be nearly perfect on the road, against the only undefeated team in Africa AAA. Ive got to love a team with a guy named Buckwheat playing MLBer, but cool names dont win you games. The next two contests for the Texans are crucial. If they win out, they could win the Conf. Title. But, if they lose ANY of their remaining games, they could find themselves on the road to start the playoffs. Big matchup for both teams, for VERY different reasons.
Prediction: Something tells me that the Botswana Brownie Eaters are no 72' Miami Dolphins, and before this season ends, their flaws shall be brought to light. I just dont believe it will be this game that reveals those flaws to us. The Texans REALLY have their work cut out for them. If their defense can somehow get a few stops and a couple turnovers, and they gameplan and scout perfectly, then they have a chance to beat BBE. But, I believe this horse race will be won down the stretch, in the 4th quarter. Botswana, by a nose.
Wk. 13 Game of the Week:
Wk. 13 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-5)
Alexandria Greats* 27-44 Ethiopia Devils*
Alexandrias Conf. Title victory parade was rained out this week after going on the road and getting their asses pounded by the Ethiopia Devils. With 3 INT, 1 FR, & 3 Sacks, the Devils Defense stole the show from both teams offenses, and bitch-slapped the Not-So-Greats back to Alexandria. The Not-So-Greats cant argue the result, they can only offer up their typical b.s. excuses. Right Jimmy? Right Ricky? Right D3?
Anyhow, I will happily take the loss in my prediction this week. Great game Ethiopia!
Player of the Game:
Devils The entire Ethiopia Devils Defense!
Wk. 13 Game of the Week:
#3 Alexandria Greats* 11-1 @ #6 Ethiopia Devils* 10-2
The Game: The tougher games for the Elephant Conf. must have been in the first five games of the season when I wasnt doing these write-ups. Week after week, the best games are being played in the Lion Conf. late in the season hands down. We have another one on tap this week as another top ten matchup takes place. This game means much more to the Devils than it does to the Greats. With a loss, Ethiopia could fall from the coveted top four spots and lose out on hosting a home playoff game. Staring them in the face is the #1 team in the Conf., and possibly the League, the Alexandria Greats. Regardless of the magnitude of this game, the Greats will come to town with guns blazing. There is no way, after beating their rival Nairobi Warthogs, that they are about to let the Conf. title slip away. Can the Devils rain on the Greats parade? Or, will the Greats go on the road and assure the Devils of a fall from grace?
Prediction: It is no secret that, by law, ANY Nairobi Warthog HAS to dislike ANY Alexandria Great. On the flipside, we all know Im very partial to the Ethiopia Devils. But, either fact is neither here nor there. These facts matter not when trying to be unbias in my predictions. The Greats are a top echelon team without a doubt, maybe THE top, and they will march into Devils Stadium and take food from starving Ethiopian childrens mouths! The merciless Greats win again. (But, Go Devils!)
Wk. 12 Game of the Week:
Wk. 12 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-4)
Ethiopia Devils* 40-27 Pretoria Pigs*
With their dual QB system, Ethiopia went to the skys to go on the road and come back home with a big win. Their passing game was opened up by the strong ground game of HB - Jerome Beatyourass. With Jerome keeping the defense honest, the Devils QBs threw for a combined 329.5 yds and 3 tds. The Owners and GMs certainly brought their 'A-Game' as the offense was certainly firing on all cylinders in a must-win game. Pretoria lacked the answers it they needed to keep up. With some huge games on the horizon for the Pigs, they must practically win out with their backs against the wall, for the right to host a playoff game this offseason. After a loss like this, I just dont see them grabbing a top four spot. If they dont seize a road playoff win, this season HAS to be considered a disappointment for the Pigs.
Player of the Game:
Devils HB - Jerome Beautyourass 18 Rush, 143yds; 2 Rec, 1.5yds; 1 TD
Wk. 12 Game of the Week:
#6 Ethiopia Devils* (112) 9-2 @ #10 Pretoria Pigs* (88) 8-3
The Game: Again, this is a week where there arent a ton of big games to choose from. Dont tell that to the Ethiopia Devils OR the Pretoria Pigs! This matchup of top 10 teams is definately one to watch. Ethiopia has only lost two games, one to the #1 team in the league (Botswana Brownie Eaters), and a couple weeks ago, they ran into the hottest team in the league (Niger Mambas). The Devils are in the midst of the toughest part of the schedule and need some big wins to close out the season. Meanwhile, Pretoria has beaten who they should have, while losing their three toughest games. This will be the Pigs chance to prove they are for real and can win a big game. Three out of their next four games are against top notch opponents, so the party is officially over for them, it is all business from here on out.
Prediction: I must be a glutton for punishment because I am going with the underdog once again this week. With the Devils caught in a whirlwind of tough games, and the Pigs desperately needing to win a big game this season, this one should be close. I will take the Pigs in a tight one. Devils? Sorry again boyz.
Wk. 11 Game of the Week:
Wk. 11 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-3)
Niger Mambas* 45-30 Uganda Headhunters*
Unfortunately for the Uganda Headhunters, I should have known better than to go with wishful thinking and pick against the Niger Mambas. Back-to-back games of the week & back-to-back primetime wins! As Niger has begun to go to the air more, the scoreboard is starting to light up, and the Mambas have caught fire. If they can keep this pace, the last regular season game against the Greats will be for the Conference title! Be afraid Africa AAA... be VERY afraid.
Player of the Game:
Mambas TE - Waco Clark 7 Rec, 183yds, 3 TD
Wk. 11 Game of the Week:
#3 Niger Mambas* (58) 9-1 @ #4 Uganda Headhunters* (54) 8-2
The Game: For the second consecutive week, the Niger Mambas find themselves in the spotlight, this time on the road. The Mambas will face an equally potent Offense this week, but a little better Defense than they faced last week, when they face off against the Uganda Headhunters. We have reached the point in the schedule where the top tier teams will be beating up on one another to see who can claim those coveted home playoff spots. This game will be no exception and should live up to the hype. Expect a knock down drag out fight til the end. The gladiator who comes out of this one with a victory will solidify their grasp on a top four seed.
Prediction: This one may honestly be the hardest one to pick thus far in my Rankings. But, I am going to play a hunch, or maybe just go with some good ole wishful Nairobi thinking... The Headhunters will decapitate a special trophy this week, a Mamba snake head to add to their shrunken head collection. Headhunters in a REALLY tough one.
Wk. 10 Game of the Week:
Wk. 10 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (3-2)
Ethiopia Devils* 28-41 Niger Mambas*
Well, the answers to all our questions are in and here are the results. Although Mambas HB - Grezbor Quam was, for the most part, held in check, the Niger offense got the job done through the air by way of three touchdowns thrown by QB - Josh Hoffman. The Mambas manage a HUGE win at home and shoot up the rankings as a respect reward. The Devils however got eaten up in the Mambas Den and plummet mightily in the latest rankings. Now, the only questions that remain are: Can the Mambas get it done the rest the season and solidify their lofty rank? And can the Devils recover enough from their midseason letdown to be relevant come playoff time?
Player of the Game:
Niger QB - Josh Hoffman 31/42, 259yds, 3 TD, 0 Int
Wk. 10 Game of the Week:
#2 Ethiopia Devils* (76) 8-1 @ #7 Niger Mambas* (52) 8-1
The Game: In a week filled with big games and huge matchups, the game I truly want to see is taking place in the Mambas Den between the Ethiopia Devils and the hometown Niger Mambas. Even some of the Ethiopia Devils have questioned just why they have been ranked so high this season. Look no further for their chance to prove, one way or another, just what their answer truly is. They will go on the road and face the biggest snake in the league (And I mean that in the most endearing way possible.): HB - Grezbor Quam. What can you say? 600+ yards ahead of his nearest rushing competitor, tied for the league lead in touchdowns, he is the king snake of the den. Can the Devils prove that he has managed to run up his stats facing inferior foes? Or will the Mambas prove he truly is the king of the snakes? If the Devils defense, whom have been pretty damn good this season, cannot stop him? It could be a long trip back to Ethiopia. Can the Devils jump into the snake pit, slay their opponent, and come out unscathed? Or will the Mambas slither their way past Ethiopia to their first huge victory of the season? Looks as though a great many questions will be answered in less than two days.
Prediction: Typically, my write-ups stay the course of unbias with one lone exception. So, to switch it up a bit, instead of being bias which is so easily done, or unbias which tends to run bland, how about I try a little reverse bias? Here goes: The Devils owner and his team of GMs and players have always been stand up guys, whom I appreciate and enjoy on the forums as much as one can like a conference rival. In fact, I find it sort of ironic they would be named the 'Devils'. And, although they have faired quite well so far this season, being a good group of guys doesnt always translate into big wins. After losing my last two predictions (One to pride and the other to misfortune.), I am going to step it up a notch and begrudgingly pick the upset... Mambas at home over the Devils. Yet, I will root for the Devils to pull this one out. (To no offense of the Mambas.)
Wk. 9 Game of the Week:
Wk. 9 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-2)
Cairo Mummy Warriors* 25-38 Toros Texans*
Having the game well in hand going into the 4th quarter on the road, Cairo's normally stout defense had only to close out the game. It was not to be as the Texans defense turned the tables at home along with their potent offense, and the Toros score 24 points in the 4th quarter to make this game a lot more lopsided than it truly was. This must have been the American version of Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah, where Godzilla gets defeated on foreign turf. Great win for the Texans, tough loss for the Warriors.
Player of the Game:
Texans WR - Limas Limas Sweed 6 Rec, 59yds, 3 TD
Wk. 9 Game of the Week:
#4 Cairo Mummy Warriors* (65) 7-1 @ #5 Toros Texans* (57) 7-1
The Game: All eyes will be in Toro tomorrow evening to witness this highly controversial matchup of two of the leagues best, the Mummy Warriors & the Toro Texans. The Texans three-headed monster of QB - Bates, HB - McNasty, & WR - Sweed will test their mettle against one of the toughest defenses in the league. Cairo's stingy defense has given up the fewest points in the league against some of the leagues best teams. Remember the movie Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah? Or am I just the oldest bastard in GLB? Either way, look for the same result here: Cairo's defense will look to sever the heads of the Texans' three-headed monster.
Prediction: I have stuck with these guys all season, and Im not about to turn my back on them now. This time, the Cairo Mummy Warriors (Godzilla) head out on the road, prove their worth once again, and show everyone that they are an elite team in this league by beating up on the Toro Texans (King Ghidorah).
Wk. 8 Game of the Week:
Wk. 8 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-1)
Nairobi Warthogs* 27-33 Alexandria Greats*
Many wondered if this rivalry could get more heated. This game proved that it could. The Greats come back to beat the Hogs at home, in a close, well played game by both teams. After being blatantly disrespected, Alexandria HB - Ricky Jordan showed that the best way to shut people up, is to crack their heads on the field. Ricky Jordan had this to say in his post game interview, "Ricky just has one question... Who's the bitches now, Hogs!? Get that microphone outta my face! I cant stand you punk-ass reporters!". ALL the Nairobi players declined comment. Regardless, no other teams in this league want to beat one another more than these two, and this game just poured salt on an open wound. If the Greats and Hogs meet in the playoffs, watch out, there WILL be blood, sweat, tears, and fireworks!
Player of the Game:
Greats HB - Ricky Jordan 10 Rush, 39.5yds; 4 Rec, 101.5yds; 1 TD
Wk. 8 Game of the Week:
#2 Nairobi Warthogs* (66) 6-1 @ #8 Alexandria Greats* (39) 6-1
The Game: Since winning a championship two seasons ago, the Alexandria Not-So-Greats have been bitter about the Nairobi Warthogs coming in and bitch slapping them in the regular season & the playoffs. Their inflated egos (Even their name is egotistical!) have certainly lost some of its charm due to their whining and crying on the forums about how Nairobi isnt built well, and how their asses are sore from getting raped by us over and again. Really though, who can blame them? Nairobi is a far better team top to bottom, with a smarter, more savvy set of Owner & GMs. Sad thing is, Alexandria STILL doesnt realize it yet. Time remind them. The party is over boyz! No more 0-6 teams to beat up on. Nairobi is the biggest bully in this schoolyard!
Prediction: Nairobi will prove once again they are the superior team, and Alexandria will undoubtedly blow the forums up with how they were cheated, and Jimmy this and Ricky that, and how life isnt fair, and boo-hoo-hoo, and blah blah blah. Bottom line? Same ole story bitches... we own your ass. Warthogs over the Not-So-Greats.
Wk. 7 Game of the Week:
Wk. 7 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (2-0)
Botswana Brownie Eaters* 61-0 Khodumodumo's Revenge*
The blowout no one wanted to believe in happens. BBE steamrolled the Revenge with their running game, as their Defense put together an impressive performance; Intercepting the Revenge three times while only giving up 206.5 total yards.
Player of the Game:
Botswana HB - Keith Goddard 21 Rush, 143.5yds; 3 Rec, 67.5yds; 4 TD
Week 7 Game of the Week:
#1 Botswana Brownie Eaters* (71) 6-0 @ #10 Khodumodumo's Revenge* (26) 4-2
The Game: This is the ONLY game this week to feature two of my top 10 teams. That being said, the Revenge have little chance against the #1 team in the league. Botswana rides a 6 game winning streak against some of the tougher opponents in the league, while the Revenge have only one true quality win and are coming off a terrible loss to the #14 Magic. But, this is the chance the Revenge have been looking for to prove their worth, and they will have the home fans behind them. Revenge, just be careful what you wish for.
Prediction: Another quality win on the road, BBE wins in a blowout going away to further solidify their hold on the #1 rank. Meanwhile, the Revenge continue on their slide into mediocrity.
Wk. 6 Game of the Week:
Wk. 6 Game of the Week Prediction Result: (1-0)
Gunston Drunks* 31-48 Cairo Mummy Warriors*
The Mummy Warriors used their potent passing attack to sober up the Drunks!
Player of the Game:
Cairo QB - Joe Montana 16 37/48, 374yds, 2 TD, 0 Int
Wk. 6 Game of the Week:
#7 Gunston Drunks* (34) 4-1 @ #5 Cairo Mummy Warriors* (36) 4-1
The Game: This is a BIGTIME game with two of the top seven ranked teams going at it. Gunston, coming off a bad loss to the #1 team in the League, Botswana, and feeling a bit perplexed by their lower-than-expected rank; try to get back on track by winning a huge game on the road. Their oppenent, Cairo is trying to live up to their generous #5 ranking. They too have lost to the #1 team in the League but only by 3 points after giving up a late touchdown in a game they could have won. Despite that lone setback, the Mummy Warriors have looked good, which is why I believe they deserve the rank they have. The biggest edge for Gunston? The running game and their blocking schemes. The biggest edge for Cairo? The passing game and reciever corps. Its run vs. pass, #7 vs. #5... sit back and enjoy!
Prediction: Cairo wins this one at home, justifying to the whole league why they were ranked slightly higher than Gunston, and why they are certainly a team to be reckoned with in the Elephant Conference.
Wk. 5 Game of the Week Prediction Result:
None
* Denotes Currently Holding a Playoff Spot.
(+/-) Denotes 'Rank Number'. The more positive the number, the higher your team is ranked.
Rankings & Predictions are based on Team Rankings/Level, Record, Quality Wins, Quality Losses, Win Streak, Chemistry, plus a few other Intricate Details & Miscellaneous Data. Also, the formula is likely to be tweaked over time until I feel it is ultimately perfected.
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