I don’t think it’s any secret that I love football. I also love fantasy football. And I work hard at it. Probably more than I should honestly. But I just really enjoy the grind. And I also appreciate it when others work hard at it, whether it’s in this league or in several others that I participate in. I don’t know how many people noticed (I know that the Bright 1s and myself were aware), but I have to give kudos to one of our owners, who fought the good fight until the bitter end, trying to claw his way into the postseason, including rolling the dice with a late week free agent pickup who came onto the field, a la Baker Mayfield, and almost pulled off a miracle.
As I wrote last week, the Piranha Brothers needed (a), the Bright 1s to win their game, forcing the Thunder Monkeys into the total points scored wild card race; and (b) to score a lot of points themselves to gain on, and surpass the Monkeys, for that sixth and final slot. Part A was out of their hands, but Part B meant that ownership needed to analyze their starting lineup, look at free agents, and decide if anyone was worth a big swing, i.e., might score zero points … but were capable of putting up big points. And they swung … with one Jerry Jeudy, who didn’t disappoint and hit home runs. Plural. To the tune of 33.3 points. Fresh off the waiver wire and into the Piranha Brothers lineup. Alas, it was 13 points short and the Monkeys stumbled their way into the playoffs. But I love stuff like that. Love it. That is what makes fantasy football special. And I appreciated it. It made Sunday’s games fun to track. So kudos to the Piranha Brothers on a bold move and a good effort. I have to say, the bench looked pretty meager, but still yet, I raise a glass in your honor.
So … that was the sole excitement this last weekend PURDY much. The Lightning and the Moops had secured divisional titles and the coveted bye, while the wild cards were set with Heath’s Heroes and his big points total taking on the formidable Turf Turtles of Tennessee, who also put up a lot of points this year. The other wild card will be a back to back showdown between the Bright 1s and the Thunder Monkeys, who are reeling, but it’s always tough to pull off that back to back win combination.
- Heath’s Heroes (#5 seed) vs. Tennessee Turf Turtles (#4 seed)
- Bright 1s (#3 seed) vs. Thunder Monkeys (#6 seed)
- #1 seed: Greased Lightning
- #2 seed: Mayberry Mighty Moops
We bid adieu for this season to Megatron, the No Names, the Bitter Midgets, the Bull Rings, Yesterday’s Corn, and the Piranha Brothers. Thank you for your participation and I hope you come back guns blazing next season. I will send out your “keeper” possibilities at some point so you’ll have something to contemplate in the off season.
Megatron 115.8 – Moops 92.8: The Moops were obviously distracted by Christmas shopping and Covid recovery, as Megatron ended the season on a high note, taking down the evil, conspiratorial, fantasy PED-ridden Mighty Moops. Patrick Mahomes (25) and Keenan Allen (21) led the Ghost while Joey B (20) and Dameon Pierce (15) led the Mayberry effort.
Turtles 113.4 – Names 59.5: The Turtles took it easy in a tune up win, led by Austin Ekeler (25) and Kirk Cousins (25). The No Names posted virtually No Score, with three zeroes on the board and Derrick Henry (24).
Heroes 162.7 – Midgets 126.6: The Heroes continued their big scoring, led by Justin Jefferson (33) and Miles Sanders (32). The Midgets took the L, but not quietly, with Jared Goff (30) and James Conner (24) leading the way.
Lightning 168.9 – Rings 77.3: Lordy Mercy. This was like Daniel-Son trying to take on Miyagi, as the Lightning doubled up the Rings, led by the Patriots D (29) and Tyreek (24). The Rings were led by … gulp … Devonta Smith (19) and … Dawson Knox (14).
1s 144.6 – Monkeys 70.3: The 1s cruised behind Jalen Hurts (33) and C Mac (30) while the Monkeys had the 49ers D (18) and Dak Prescott (16). This meager point total by the Thunderers, made the following point total exciting…
Brothers 130.1 – Corn 91.1: The aforementioned Jerry Jeudy (33) and his WR mate JaMarr Chase (28) almost closed the gap with the Monkeys, but fell just short. The Corn, who started the season so strong, were led by Russell Wilson (25) and DK Metcalf (18).
I have to close by sharing my sadness at the passing of Coach Mike Leach, former head coach of Texas Tech and Washington State, and current coach of Mississippi State. He gave interviews that were off the charts entertaining, didn’t take himself so seriously (a la Belichick and Saban), helped out so many people (just look up the articles and Tweets and be amazed) and he was an offensive genius (the true architect of Minshew Mania). He was truly one of a kind. He made a cameo appearance in Friday Night Lights one episode and I sat up in my seat when he came on screen and said, “Look, it’s Mike Leach!”. Mrs. Commish looked at me, quizzically and shrugged her shoulders. But it made me smile. He almost always did. You can go down a rabbit hole watching YouTube videos of him and kill a lot of time, but I’m including a link to his thoughts on which Pac 12 mascot might win in a fight. RIP.
Best of luck to those playing this weekend. Enjoy.
The Commish