The Week That Was
She'd won three as Lori Smith, but as the married Lori Beirne, this is her first weekly win... and her 2nd undefeated week. Strangely enough, despite her 3 previous weekly wins, her first undefeated week was in Week 6 of DFC VII, and she came up 2nd to Tad "The Dynasty" Roose's 8-0.
Its been a long time since Michael Nipp has seen some good news in the DFC, but perhaps his 7-1 record, good enough for 2nd this week, will be his springboard. In 3rd comes a three way tie between Yours Truly, Tommy Mac and young AJ Fulaytar, all at 7-1. In 6th, another surprise as Sarah Hasha manages a 7-1 record.
In 7th for the week is another stellar week from Daniel Powell, at 7-1, and in 8th is Turnbow, at 6-2. In 9th is rookie Jason Roberts, while finishing up the Week Four Top Ten is rookie Bradley Pinkerton, at 6-2.
Also finishing:
6-2: The Great Bear of the North Division Matt Latta, Joey Thornell, Eddy Jr, Jenn Ernst, Tebe Shaw, Drew Morris, Eddy Mac, Trey Cartledge, Hawbaker, Zack Graves, Matt Halpert
5-3: DMOsborne, JustFish, Tad "The Dynasty" Roose, Garrett Cheney, Barney, Tom Johnson, Jonathan Lenning, Tim Wasyluka, Jason Duren, Jon Osborne, Tyler "Sexy Beast of the DFC" Campbell, The Mighty Gainey
4-4: Ryan Sherman, Gina "Married to Tad 'The Dynasty' Roose" Roose, Chris Croyle, Mackey
3-5: Clif Render
STANDINGS
North Division
Perhaps it was a vision that caused Matt Latta to nickname himself "The Great Bear of the North", but years later, it fits, as he continues to own the North--again. Joey is finally playing up to potential, as is Justin, while DMOsborne continues his New Orleans Saints-like "he should be better this year" display of football prognostication. And what the heck happened to Clif? Playoff spot to bottom feeder? Wow.
Matt Latta, 24-8 (19.33)
Joey Thornell, 20-12 (10.75)
Justin Fisher, 20-12 (18.67)
DMOsborne, 19-13 (8.75)
Clif Render, 14-18 (17.5)
East Division
Somehow it just feels right to have a McBroom atop some standings, and Eddy Jr is finally there, doing what Pop has been unable to do for several seasons. Barney and Ryan are there together, both with ridiculous TBAs, while Tad is doing his best to stay out of Garrett's backyard, aka, The Cellar.
Eddy Jr, 22-10 (15.5)
Ryan Sherman, 20-12 (23.75)
Jason Barnette, 20-12 (27.5)
Tad Roose, 18-14 (18.0)
Garrett Cheney, 16-16 (21.75)
South Division
It doesn't happen every year, but when Tommy is on his game, its rough for everyone else. It feels like old times, with he and Jennifer battling it out, while Tebe, after starting slower, is keeping a game behind. Tom is trying to keep his record above .500 heading into the mid-season weeks, while rookie Jonathan still is bouncing back from that devestating 0-8 miss early on.
Tommy McLeod, 24-8 (14.25)
Tebe Shaw, 23-9 (18.75)
Jennifer Ernst, 22-8 (18.0)
Tom Johnson, 18-14 (14.75)
Jonathan Lenning, 17-15 (16.25)
West Division
Another week, another game Trey leads by, though the Spawn of Wookiee, little AJ manages to throw up on the right teams. Its pretty tight between AJ, The Big Wasyluka and Papa Eddy Mack, while reigning DFC Champ Drew Morris is having the championship hangover it seems.
Trey Cartledge, 25-7 (11.5)
AJ Fulaytar, 23-9 (18.0)
Tim Wasyluka, 22-10 (17.33)
Eddy McBroome, 21-11 (14.75)
Drew Morris, 19-13 (16.75)
THE MORRIS CONFERENCE
North Division
Big Zack showing some muscles in the division, now that he's out from under Osbornes, Lattas and Beirne's shadow. And I call it right here--Sarah Hasha makes the playoffs this season. Bank on it.
Zack Graves, 22-10 (19.25)
Jason Turnbow, 21-11 (12.0)
James Hawbaker, 20-12 (14.67)
Sarah Hasha, 19-13 (13.5)
Mackey, 17-15 (15.75)
East Division
Okay, first, I am under no illusion that this success will continue. But if it does, I'm going to start sending my picks to my DFC Admin deFacto, Mikey Nipp, to assure all that its not skullduggary, but that I'm actually doing well this year. This year, in the TOUGHEST division in the DFC. Trust me, if I was stacking the deck, I would not have placed myself in with the likes of Gainey, Halpert and the rookie Roberts.
Yours Truly, 26-6 (13.25)
Matt Halpert, 22-10 (11.0)
Jason Roberts, 21-11 (9.0)
The Mighty Gainey, 21-11 (11.67)
South Division
Boy, I don't know what happened with Daniel, but wow, he's rocking. In a division I expected to see Duren and Nipp go back and forth, its been Powell and rookie Pinky all the way.
Daniel Powell, 23-9 (7.25)
Bradley Pinkerton, 22-10 (11.0)
Mikey Nipp, 20-12 (9.5)
Jason Duren, 18-14 (22.5)
Chris Croyle, 14-18 (19.75)
West Division
Shocker. Lori's undefeated week thrust her into the top of the division. That puts the divisional leaders Scotty and Osborne in 2nd, while Gina is actually better than her Dynastic husband this week. And there's Tyler.
Lori Beirne, 24-8 (14.25)
Scott Latta, 22-10 (16.75)
Jonathan Osborne, 22-10 (25.67)
Gina Roose, 18-14 (15.25)
Tyler Campbell, 17-15 (23.3)
THE DFC POWER POLL TOP TWELVE
Rank, Record, (TBA), (Last Week)
1. Yours Truly, 26-6 (13.25) (2)
2. Trey Cartledge, 25-7 (11.5) (1)
3-tie. Lori Beirne, 24-8 (14.25) (NR)
3-tie. Tommy McLeod, 24-8 (14.25) (5)
5. Jennifer Ernst, 24-8 (18.0) (3)
6. Matt Latta, 24-8 (19.33) (4)
7. Daniel Powell, 23-9 (7.25) (9)
8. AJ Fulaytar, 23-9 (18.0) (NR)
9. Tebe Shaw, 23-9 (18.75) (7)
10-tie. Matt Halpert, 22-10 (11.0) (10)
10-tie. Bradley Pinkerton, 22-10 (11.0) (11)
12. Eddy Jr, 22-10 (15.5) (NR)
dropped out: Tim Wasyluka (6)... Jonathan Osborne (8)... Mark Gainey (12)
Games
(4) Florida 30, Tennessee 6
(18) Wake Forest 12, (24) Florida State 3
Vanderbilt 23, Ole Miss 17
(6) LSU 26, (10) Auburn 21 (Tiebreak game, 47 points)
Seattle 17, St Louis 13
San Francisco 31, Detroit 13
Dallas 27, Green Bay 16
San Diego 49, NYJets 28
DFC Fantasy League
Play... Lori Beirne. She's hot right now, on a great streak, and has the consistancy to keep moving.
Play... Bradley Pinkerton. He's underrated and overlooked, yet has really kept pace in his tough division
Play... Michael Nipp. He might not bring you an 8-0 week, but overall, he's been good for the 4 and 5 win weeks.
Bench... Daniel Powell. How long can he keep this pace up? Be careful, he's due for a crash.
Bench... Ryan Sherman. Beginning to show some signs of wear and tear on his record.
Bench... The Mighty Gainey. Can't believe I'm saying that, because he was always a "PLAY", easily. Not this year. He's no longer the dependable 6+ win week you want.
Trade... Jason Duren. As fast as you can. Sinking ship. Division champ last year, doesnt look like he's got the wherewithal to do it again.
Lies, Darn Lies & Statistics... is on a 2 week hiatus. I know, I know, its my favorite part too, but its a busy two weeks, and I want to give ample time to get all the stats in that you only care about if you see your name!
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