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Stretch Run
Weeks 11-13 |
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After 10 weeks of play, it has all come down to this: the stretch run. The schedule turns back to divisonal play and anyone within earshot of a playoff spot can still get through. Here's a look at the real contenders for playoff spots and how they have fared against their own division. |
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AFC East |
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AFC West |
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Detroit Wolverines (7-3, 992.12, 3-0 in Divisional play): The Wolveriens came screaming out of the gate sweeping divisional play the first time around, beating two playoff teams from a year ago, including the AFC Champ. Since the hot 5-0 start, the Wolverines are 2-3 and they limp back into divisonal play hoping to repeat their early season success. In a tight race in the AFC, a rough final three weeks could leave Detroit on the outside looking in.
Outlook: 1st in WC, #3 Seed |
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Pirates (8-2, 1112.67, 3-0 in Divisonal play): The Pirates were strong in the first three weeks sweeping their division. Now in the final few weeks, the Pirates can just coast to a divisional crown and into the playoffs. With only a slim chance of the Pirates falling out of the top spot in the AFC West, they are now fighting for the #1 seed which will put them against the weaker Wild Card team.
Outlook: AFC West Champs, #1 Seed |
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R.O.C (6-4, 848.38, 1-2 in Divisonal play): R.O.C. was inconsistent early on, but have come on as of late with 5 straight wins. This past week's victory over the Cat Milkers puts them a game up on the Quags and Cat Milkers for the second spot in the Wild Card. Their biggest loss early on was to the Kringles, who they should be able to rebound against this time around for a victory.
Outlook: 2nd Place in WC, #4 Seed |
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Toronto Argonauts (6-4, 1000.43, 2-1 in Divisonal play): The Argonauts were an early favorite to win it all with Larry Johnson and Shaun Alexander in the same backfield. Injuries have kept the Argonauts from running away with the division and now find themselves in trouble. They have more points now than the Wolverines, so an record even with Detroit should get them the division title.
Outlook: AFC East Champs, #2 Seed |
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Cleveland Quagmires (5-5, 856.11, 1-2 in Divisonal play): The Quags faltered at this poin last year, finishing with a 2-4 mark in divisional play and 6-7 overall. This year hasn't been different, as the Quags have started 1-2 against divisional opponents, but they will need at least 2 victories this time around in order to reach the playoffs for the first time.
Outlook: 3rd Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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Motown Cat Milkers (5-5, 836.13, 1-2 in Divisonal play): The Cat Milkers are still in the hunt, but need to win this week to keep up the pace. They went 2-4 in divisional play last season, but the two wins they picked up were both against the Wolverines. This team has the talent to take any team in any given week, and that is why they are going to hang around til the end.
Outlook: 5th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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Kringles (2-8, 744.12, 1-2 in Divisonal play): The Kringles started the season with a strong victory over R.O.C, but since have obviously struggled, dropping their next 6 and 8 of their last 9. Down and out of the playoffs, they are in position to play a spoiler role. Every team in the division is playing for something, and any win the Kringles can pick up can have devastating results for the playoffs.
Outlook: 6th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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El Paso Bandits (4-6, 794.80, 0-3 in Divisonal play): At 4-6, it would take a miracle to see los Banditos in the playoffs again this year. However, since starting 0-3 they have managed a respectable 4-3 record. The season at this point seems to be a wash, but the Bandits are the best spoiler in the league. This team has the talent to go 3-0 against the division to end the season, and would be the only way to make the playoffs.
Outlook: 4th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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NFC West |
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NFC East |
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Anal at Bandcamp (7-3, 967.96 3-0 in Divisonal play): Bandcamp does not have too much to worry about with their lead in the AFC West. They are now a perfect 9-0 against divisional opponents dating back to last year and show no signs of letting up. With this track record, Bandcamp is a lock for the NFC West for the second straight year.
Outlook: NFC West Champs, #2 Seed |
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Flaming Stewies (9-1, 1127.51 3-0 in Divisonal play): The defending champs are gearing up for another run at the title. They ended the season strong last year going 3-0 in divisonal play after starting 1-2. This one is wrapped up for the Stewies, but they will play a part in disrupting the Wild Card.
Outlook: NFC East Champs, #1 Seed |
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Capt. Acorn (6-4, 908.50 2-1 in Divisonal play): Acorn is in good shape going into divisional play, with at least one sure win in the final three weeks. Acorn has just about clinched their spot in the playoffs, the only difference now is if they will play the Stewies or Anal at Bandcamp, both of which they are 0-1 against this season.
Outlook: 1st Place in WC, #3 Seed |
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Vilma=God (4-6, 764.69 1-2 in Divisonal Play): Vilma is all but out after falling to Capt Acorn. The team was in a similar position last year, having a shot with their record, but the point total cannot match up against Acorn or Hotsauce. They still have a chance, but the door is closing fast.
Outlook: 3rd Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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N.E. Chowderheads (3-7, 664.48 1-2 in Divisonal play): The Chowheads have been a weak team all year, and do not really play a part as a spoiler here in the end. They did beat Vilma in Week 2, and could knock Vilma out of the playoff picture for good with a win this coming week.
Outlook: 4th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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Hotsauce (5-5, 838.06 1-2 in Divisonal play): With Vilma's struggles, Hotsauce should be able to sneak into the playoffs. The NFC Wild Card race is much weaker this year than the AFC race, but that does not mean these teams will roll over in the playoffs. Hotsauce still has to play for which spot they get in the Wild Card race, as they still have a shot at passing Capt. Acorn.
2nd Place in WC, #4 Seed |
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Finsmagic (1-9, 720.89, 1-2 in Divisonal play): Finsmagic started up with a win in the division in Week 1, and we all know the story from there. This team has had some pathetic weeks, but also is a victim of a tough schedule. Finsmagic is playing for pride at this point, as they do not have their first round pick. With the longest losing streak in the short history of the league, Finsmagic will hope for one victory here in the end in order to have something to build off of next season.
Outlook: 5th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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Tarnt Bushes (2-8, 557.13 0-3 in Divisonal play): The Bushes have struggled badly all season with the exception of two consecutive wins earlier in the year. They have been eliminated from the playoffs for a while, and they do not look like a dangerous spoiler down the stretch.
Outlook: 6th Place in WC, Miss Playoffs |
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