Week 14 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Perpetual Dynasty vs Tavon and Only
     It all comes down to this. Three playoff spots have already been filled, and this match-up features the only two teams left with a realistic chance to get the fourth and final spot. Through the league's first three seasons, there has never been a match-up like this, featuring an all or nothing play-in game to reach the playoffs. This is essentially already a playoff game for both PD and Tavon.
     Tavon has already had their best season ever, and they're trying to make it that much sweeter. They have lost two games in a row after winning 5 straight during the middle of the season. They have scored at least 120 points in 6 out of 8 games, but during their last 4 games they are averaging 114 ppg. It is a noticeable decrease from their 135 ppg during their 5 game winning streak earlier in the year. Simply put, this team is very consistent, only scoring under 120 four times this entire year. It was clear way back in August when Tavon had another fantastic draft that this team was going have their best season to date, and they have not disappointed. Heading into one of the biggest match-ups in MFFL history, Tavon is concerned about their two straight losses but their mindset is the same its been all year. They have been dedicated and dialed-in dating back to the offseason. This team will be ready for a dog fight.
     PD has scored the same amount points that have been scored against them. It amounts to an even push of 132 ppg for PD and their opponents. PD's play improved half way through the season as they are averaging 147 ppg since week 6. Even with the strong statistics, PD is only one loss away from their first under .500 season in their history, and their 6 potential wins would be the same win total as one of the two teams missing out on all playoff formats. PD needed many scenarios to unfold for them to even be in this position, and they are entering this week with nothing to lose and an appreciation for the moment. The season from hell for PD still has a chance to climb out of the abyss. A win for PD would secure their 4th straight playoff appearance, a league record.
     All eyes of the league will be transfixed on the 2015 playoff play-in game come Sunday. With seeding for the playoffs still in flux, the results of this game will shake up the potential playoff match-ups entering week 15. The significance and weight of this game cannot be understated. Give this match-up the respect it deserves by tuning in on Sunday. You may never see a game of this construction ever again. This one is for the history books.

Week 13 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Tavon and Only vs The Advantageous Morgans

                Win and you’re in. The winner of this match-up secures a playoff spot for the 2015 playoffs. The Morgans got back on track in week 12 scoring 144 points. They are hoping to get hot at the right time. Their playoff hopes are still alive because of that miracle 85-68 victory over Unstopa-bo. Tavon has played well all year and is hoping to be a real contender down the stretch. This is it for both teams. Whoever loses will be in danger of missing out on the late season action. All the storylines have been discussed; it simply comes down to this. There is nothing left to say. Do not miss this game.  

2. Perpetual Dynasty vs La Flama Blanca

                Two teams on opposite sides of the lucky coin will try to keep their playoff hopes alive in week 13. How does LFB have 5 straight wins? They have scored over 115 just once during their winning streak, many times struggling to reach 100. Teams are averaging a disgustingly poor 78 ppg against LFB over the last month of play. LFB must be feeling invincible right about now. PD is averaging 130 ppg for the season, but teams are averaging 132 against them. Last week was the fourth time a team scored over 160 points against PD. This season has been nothing but a long, cruel, joke for PD, with LFB taking the form of PD’s exact opposite. Both teams are still alive for the playoffs. The loser will be out.

3. El Pollo Loco vs Imperium

                Loco scored 171 last week against PD to stay alive for the playoffs. They have been playing well for a long stretch of time, scoring at least 120 points in all but one game since week 7. Imperium has lost 6 straight games after starting (6-0) and the injuries keep on coming. Whoever wins will stay alive for the playoffs. The loser will be out.

4. Unstopa-Bo vs The Real McCoy

                McCoy clinched the first playoff spot last week. They have score at least 160 in three of four games. This team has surpassed the likes of Bo and PD as the most dominate team in the league and will likely enter the playoffs as the #1 seed. They have gotten hot at the right time while teams like Bo and others cannot stay healthy. This is the best team in this league. Period. Bo will likely be a playoff participant but there is an outside chance they miss out. They need to get healthy if they want to compete at the level they were before.

5. ShowMeYourTDs vs Whitner Wonderland

                Whitner is out of the playoffs. TDs is close to being out. 

Week 12 Match-Up Build-Up RIVALRY WEEK 2 Happy Thanksgiving!

GAME OF THE WEEK

The Real McCoy vs Tavon and Only

     The top 2 teams in the rankings will play for keeps in rivalry week #2 of the historic MFFL. McCoy entered last week with doubts about the recent play of their roster. Those doubts were eradicated as they put on a show, scoring 174 points.  The win takes them into first place of the MFFL and perhaps a #1 seed for the playoffs. A new player takes the stage for McCoy every week and last week that player was Thomas Rawls. If Lynch is out for the season Rawls could become McCoy’s C.J. Anderson of last year.  All season this blog has  been saying not to doubt this team and preached just how good this team was. Pehaps now no one will question their strength, even their own manager.

     Tavon secured the victory last week in ugly fashion. It was a massive win for the franchise as they try to seal their first playoff appearance ever. Their 5 game winning streak has been extremely impressive with many huge wins. This team turned a corner this season and is searching for more glory. Getting a win against the rival that has dominated them would be one of their favorite achievements of this season. Tavon lost by 5 the first time these two teams met in 2015.

     Both roster’s are strong, as are each team’s chances of making the playoffs. This game is all about pride. Friends become foes for week 12, and there is no telling what could happen.

2. The Advantageous Morgans vs Imperium

     The first time these two teams played it was a classic. Looking to build off of their first encounter success is Imperium. Even though Imperium lost their 5^th game in a row last week their roster tied for the 2^nd most points in the league. It was a devastating loss, but one that can still be redeemed. Imperium is hoping guys like Lacy and White can keep the momentum rolling as they look for any production out of their RB core. Imperium posted on their team slogan that they quit, but many managers around the league hope that is not the case for one of the league’s most passionate managers.

     One of the most shocking upsets in MFFL history took place a week ago. The Morgans took down the vaunted Unstopa-bo squad, and thy did it while scoring only 85 points. It was a gift from above for this struggling team, as it saved their season while also putting other seasons in doubt. The Morgans have not scored over 110 points in over a month, but their win total puts them squarely in the hunt for the 2015 playoffs. The Morgans have to start getting better production in order to make that happen.

     These two teams have struggled to score over the last month of the season, but a win here for either one of them might book their tickets to the playoffs when it is all said and done. The Morgans curently hold the last playoff spot, while Imperium sits as the first team out. Whoever wins will enter the finally two weeks of the season in the top 4 of the standings.

3. ShowMeYourTDs vs Unstopa-bo

     TDs lost a heartbreaker to PD a week ago and now they are in serious doubt to make the playoffs(assuming there are no stat corrections). While the roster has taken shape with many contributing players at each position, they just cant get a consistent effort across the board each week. They will take the 2^nd fewest points scored into their massive match-up with Unstopa-bo.

     Bo took a face plant last week in front of the entire league. Many managers needed them to beat the Morgans in order to gain ground for the playoffs. Perhaps a revenge game against TDs will bring them back to life, but its fair to wonder if Bo’s best games are behind them. Their roster is still extremely talented and many believe they are the front runner to win it all.

4. Perpetual Dynasty vs El Pollo Loco

     PD survived against TDs last week. They are averaging 151 ppg over the last 6 weeks. Their playoff chances are still slim. Loco lost last week and went all in on some big named free agents for week 12. This game looks very close on paper.

5. Whitner Wonderland vs La Flama Blanca

      Whitner lost another star. Their devastation of injuries is one of the worst of all time. The fantasy Gods want LFB to make the playoffs. They have won 4 in a row even though they have only scored over 115 once in that span. They have scored under 115 points six times this year, most in the league. Their 174-156 win over PD still haunts PD. Now they get to face Whitner. If LFB starts to score more points, look out, they are perhaps a team of destiny. 

Week 11 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Imperium vs The Real McCoy

     Two teams tied for the league lead in wins settle a score in the hugely important week 11 of the MFFL season. The last time these two team met it was for pride and a chance for McCoy to end Imperium’s winning streak to start the season. McCoy won that game leading to a 4 game losing streak for Imperium. Entering week 11 the circumstances have changed and the stakes are raised.     

     Imperium is trying to stop the bleeding and get back in the win column. Over the last 4 weeks they have scored over 100 points only once, and their roster continues to deal with the loss of Steve smith and the under performing of Eddie Lacy. Imperium warned fellow league members of these potential circumstances, even when he was (6-0). This is a huge opportunity for Imperium, as McCoy will be without Ingram and Beckham. Imperium needs to be one of those teams that gets hot late in the year, they only have 5 more points than the team with the least amount of ppg. If they can get decent RB contributions, the rest of their starting lineup should carry them to wins down the stretch. Don’t ever count this manager out.   

     McCoy is feeling vulnerable after a disappointing week 10 effort. Their main concern is the steady decline in production from certain players locked into their starting lineup. They made a massive move this week, spending $70 on Danny Amendola, in hopes of adding a WR 2 for the rest of the season. It was a bold move and one McCoy felt they had to make. Their roster is still one of the best around, and odds are they will make a playoff run, but its more uncertain now following two losses. Having to depend on injury prone players like Mcfadden and Amendola down the stretch was not a scenario McCoy wanted to envision.

     What more needs to be said. Playoff dreams are on the line and both managers are faced with a must win game. Whoever wins this match-up will be one win away from theoretically clinching a playoff birth in 2015.

2. Perpetual Dynasty vs ShowMeYourTDs

     Two managers with opposite circumstances try to survive in week 11. PD is 2^nd in the league in points, but 7^th in the standings. TDs is last in the league in points, yet they are one game out of the playoff standings. TDs beat PD for the first time ever early this season, and a sweep of PD would rub salt in the wound. TDs will try to replicate their success come Sunday. 

     PD continues to toss up gaudy numbers, putting up the most points in the league since week 6, and scoring over 140 a week ago with a player scoring (-8). Unfortunately they have the 2^nd hardest schedule in the league, even harder than the widely publicized Unstopa-Bo schedule. 

     Something has to give in this match-up. Will it be PD’s playoff chances or TDs good luck? Who knows. Watch and find out. If PD misses the playoffs it will be a devastating set of circumstances for arguably the best team in the league and a giant sigh of relief from playoff participants. If TDs misses the playoffs it will be justified by their point total and a giant sigh of pain from Dr. Squeeze.

3. Unstopa-Bo vs The Advantageous Morgans

     Unstopa-bo has not scored under 125 in any game. They are on a one way train to #1 seed ville. Even with their team slowing down a bit, they are averaging 130 a game over the last two weeks as compared to 146 a game for the first eight, they are one of the most dominate teams this league has ever seen. Great draft sir.

     The Morgans are in full on disaster relief mode. They have lost 4 of 5 and haven't scored over 110 in three weeks. These circumstances were predicted by previous match-up build-up posts, based on the Morgans schedule, but the under production out of their lineup was an unforeseen bigger issue. All it takes is a victory against Bo to steady the ship, but that’s a tall order. The Morgans need to get a win, or their losing streak could continue longer than ever thought possible.

4. El Pollo Loco vs La Flama Blanca

     Loco finally beat McCoy a week ago and they will try to keep it rolling in week 11. It will be tough with the loss of Julian Edelman, but Loco’s lineup has really taken shape after a tough middle stretch to the season. Yet again Loco has the hardest schedule in the league, a stat they seem to gain every season.

     LBF won last week in unimpressive fashion. Luckily for them, teams are not scoring against them recently, and the one time a team came to play against them LFB scored 174 points to beat PD in heart breaking fashion. That 174 herculean effort to crush the heart of PD is the only thing that has kept him in the playoff race. If LFB plans on making a run, they're gonna have to score more.

5. Tavon and Only vs Whitner Wonderland

     The loss of Bell and Allen seems to be too much for Whitner. Tavon is on fire and is now the front runner to win the East division. 

Week 10 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Tavon and Only vs ShowMeYourTDs

     Two teams fighting for the East division crown headline the week 10 match-ups. Tavon is on a roll. They have won three in a row and their team is starting to score points consistently. They have 18 touchdowns in the last two games. They have to over come a small hurdle this week and replace the under appreciated Dion Lewis. Tavon's best season to date could get even better with a win in week 10's top match-up.

     TD's is breaking hearts in the East division as he has the fewest points in the division, but is tied for the division lead. They continue to be inconsistent but their weekly potential is through the roof. This team has the makings of a late bloomer and if they make the playoffs they will give a tough game to whoever they play. 

     While this game is bigger for the East, the entire league will still be watching. Whoever wins this game will continue to build momentum and respect, while the loser will still have a lot to play for at the end of the day. 

2. Perpetual Dynasty vs The Advantageous Morgans

     The Morgans are vulnerable after losing 3 of 4 and now their team is struggling to score points. They still hold the lead in the East but its very tight. A loss this week could spell trouble for them as their schedule will not ease up. The Morgans are talented but have to hang on with their finger tips if they hope to make the playoffs. The Morgans always fight until the end and they're still the favorite to win the east division. 

     What is there to say about PD. They have only 5 touchdowns in the last two weeks, but they're averaging 145 points in that span. Their team is playing awesome averaging 160 ppg over the last month, yet they only have 3 wins on the year. Their fates are likely to be sealed soon. Their divisional record will likely keep them out of the playoffs, even if they somehow get to 8 wins. 

3. Imperium vs La Flama Blanca

     Imperium will try to bounce back after 3 straight losses. Their roster cannot catch a break as people keep getting hurt or are starting to under perform. If Imperium can play free agency well, they are still a strong bet for the payoffs. Once in the playoffs look for Imperium's gameday managing to be a real strength. 

     LFB broke PD's heart last week scoring over 170 in one of the best match-ups of the year. They still have hope for the playoffs. 

4. El Pollo Loco vs The Real McCoy

     Look for McCoy to bounce back after a loss like they always do. McCoy still looks like the favorite to get the top playoff seed for the 2nd straight year. Loco cannot catch a break. They are yet again leading the league in toughest schedule. They always have the toughest schedule after setting the record last year. Loco would gain pride if they beat McCoy...they never beat McCoy. 

5. Unstopa-Bo vs Whitner Wonderland

     Bo is on a roll. They have gotten over their early season poor fortune and passed it on to PD. Whitner somehow won last week in a herculean effort. We'll see what happens this week. 

Week 9 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Perpetual Dynasty vs La Flama Blanca

                The season hangs in the balance for both teams of week 9’s best match-up of the week. Many managers look at these teams and are flabbergasted to see so little W’s in the win column. La Flama has struggled all season long but gained some confidence after a big win against TDs in week 8. The victory was their first since week 1. Their roster has taken huge strides over the last two weeks, and they look like a team ready to explode. They are finally getting production out of guys like Dez, Cooks, and Gurley. They shocked the fantasy world this week when they laid down $100 for the services of DeAngelo Williams. This team is still fighting as they are not mathematically eliminated from the playoffs. They are going to win games down the stretch.

                Perpetual Dynasty is averaging 164 PPG over the last 3 weeks but they are still struggling to win games. They scored almost 140 last week with only two players scoring a touchdown. It’s been the season from hell for one of the league’s most respected managers. If they are to turn their fortunes around they need to win this week and many more weeks upcoming. A massive “gulp” would take place around the league if PD’s fortunes suddenly turned for the better. PD has a ridiculous record of (16-2) in games week 9- week 14. No body wants to see PD in a potential playoff game. Unfortunately for PD, they are not in control of their own destiny, they need some good luck and losses by teams above him to have a shot at a 4^th straight playoff appearance.

                This game on paper is the best of the week, even if the records say otherwise. A win for LFB keeps their playoff hopes alive, while a win for PD puts them in position to make a move in the standings down the stretch. The eyes of the league will be transfixed on one of the most polarizing match-ups of the season, when PD and LFB put their lives on the line. Expect fireworks.

2. ShowMeYourTDs vs The Advantageous Morgans

                The Morgans will try to recover after a blow out loss in week 8. Perhaps playing an east division opponent will cure what ails them as they have gone undefeated in east divisional play this season. They have been the top dog in the east all season long. This is a huge game for the Morgans as their schedule down the stretch is unkind, facing teams like PD, Bo, Imperium, LFB, and Tavon. Getting back to the playoffs is all The Morgans care about. A sweep of TD's in week 9 would go a long way towards securing that.

                TD's have scored over 120 points only twice this year but they find themselves right in the thick of the playoff hunt. They have to start scoring points to have any shot down the stretch. Their lineup is very strong and a few good bounces here and there could lead to some wins. Do not forget that TD's is one of the best at winning games down the stretch. Over the last two season they have a (9-3) record in games played week 9- week 14. This is the time TD's starts crushing it.

3. El Pollo Loco vs Tavon and Only

                Tavon beat PD last week in a massive east division game. They seem to be getting hot at the right time and Tavon has a legitimate shot at a playoff birth for the first time ever. With so much on the line expect nothing less than Tavon’s best managing the rest of the way. Loco is just trying to survive as they enter week 9 with the fewest points in the league. A win here would be a massive step in gaining ground on the teams above them.

4. The Real McCoy vs Whitner Wonderland

                McCoy is sizzling after winning their 5^th game in a row. This team has somehow improved after the loss of Jamaal Charles. What McCoy has done in this league over its first 4 years is truly dominant. One of the best managers in the league enters week 9 in 1^st place, ready to make another playoff appearance. A loss to Whitner would be truly devastating to McCoy's pride based on Whitner’s circumstances. Whitner will be without Leveon Bell, Keenan Allen, Justin Forsett, and Seattle D for this game. There is not much more to say.

5. Unstopa-Bo vs Imperium

                Just look at Imperium’s bye weeks, its gonna be tough. Regardless of outcome both managers have a strong case for the playoffs, making this game not one of the most anticipated. Mangers will watch this game for the hope of seeing something special. Crazy things happen when Imperium has nothing to lose.

Week 8 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK 

The Real McCoy vs The Advantageous Morgans
     Two teams trying to pull away from the pack set the tone for the week 8 match-ups. The Real McCoy have won 4 straight games. They have defied the odds each of the last three weeks as they have acquired victories in games they themselves thought they would lose. The fact is this team is second in the league in points and they need to be respected. They are only one game out of the top spot in the West Division. It has been a team effort each week since the Charles injury and they seemingly have a player step up every time they need it. McCoy's days as the underdog most weeks may have come to an end.
     The Morgans are back to their winning ways after a huge victory against TDs in week 7. They took the early lead in the battle for the East Division. Their WR core is scary and the Phillip Rivers train has been rolling all season. There are hungry teams below them in the East Division and The Morgans must keep winning in order to keep the sharks at bay. The Morgans have predictably bounced back this year after a down 2014 and their goals are set high for the rest of the season.
     One of these teams will be (6-2) by the end of this match-up. The Playoffs will be one step closer. These are two of the best teams in the league this season. Period.

2. Perpetual Dynasty vs Tavon and Only
     A match-up long in the waiting is on display for week 8. This East Division clash has been circled by each of these managers once the draft was concluded. On paper to start the season these two teams seemed destined to battle it out for the East. Entering week 8 Tavon is coming off of their first win in 4 tries and their confidence is back. The explosion of their running backs has spear headed a new found fear in Tavon's roster. This week tavon will take the field against the hottest team in the league over the last two weeks.
     PD has scored 175 and 180 in consecutive weeks. Their roster is starting to perform up to their expectations. The loss of Arian Foster is one that cannot be understated. PD has tried to revamp their RB core on the fly and this week they are faced with the task of competing against one of the best RB duos over the last two weeks. No one wants to face this team now that PD's early season poor circumstances may be behind them.
     This is a huge game for both managers as they try to keep the pace in the East Division.

3. El Pollo Loco vs Unstopa-Bo  
     Unstopa-Bo's poor circumstances have maintained throughout the year. They scored their highest point total this year last week and they still lost to PD. One has to think their luck will change but Bo has to wonder if this hell of a season will ever turn for the better. Bo's season long poor luck may only be matched by Loco's career long bad luck. Loco has won two in a row and they are right in the thick of a playoff race. By the end of this week neither team will be deserving of their record were they to lose. The loser of this match-up will continue to live in a cloud of poor fortune. The winner clears the skies a bit.

4. Imperium vs Whitner Wonderland
     Imperium suffered their first loss last week. Their season long worries about their roster finally revealed themselves last week. Imperium's spirits are down but their goals are all still in sight. Theoretically it will only take two more wins for Imperium to secure a playoff spot, and once the playoffs start, throw roster's and points out the window. Whitner has a strong team. They are 5th in points but 9th in the standings. A win over Imperium will keep their season afloat.

5. La Flama Blanca vs ShowMeYourTDs
     TDs is 4th in the standings but 9th in points. Sound familiar? Flama may get Dez back this week and their roster will break hearts of other managers once they get fully healthy.

Week 7 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Perpetual Dynasty vs Unstopa-Bo

     A mega match-up stands atop the week 7 most anticipated games. Unstopa-Bo has scored at least 140 points in every game but one this season. This type of start to the season has never been seen before. Simply put, this is the most dominating performance we have ever seen to start a season. And yet….this team is (3-3). Their horribly bad luck has been keeping them from demoralizing the entire league this season. If this pace continues, they will crush the previous toughest season schedule by a country mile. Still, this team has to be feeling confident entering week 7. They have been scoring points and they are only one game out of 4^th place in the league. If this team continues to put up points they will be fine. Their ridiculous bad fortunes will change, probably quickly. This team has been one of the best of all time to start a season, do not let their record foul you.

     Speaking of not letting records foul you, look no further than perpetual Dynasty. They are currently (2-4) but many people around the league feel their roster is about to explode. They certainly have a lot of name value and last week that correlated into the highest point total in the league for this young season. PD is hoping that their poor fortune to start the season will turn into some good luck down the stretch. PD has key players on bye this week but no one will be cutting PD slack as they will still be rolling out Brown, Johnson, and Evans as their starting WRs. PD finally had a coming out party a week ago and this week they hope to  keep the momentum rolling against one of the league’s best teams.

     All eyes of the MFFL will be fixed on this game. A win for Unstopa-bo will be another notch in the belt for one of the best starts to a season ever. A win for PD will be their second in a row, and hopefully one of many in a potential climb back into relevance. Even with both teams combining for a (5-7) record entering this match-up, the stage is set for one of the most anticipated games in league history. Division members on both sides will not want to play either of these teams after this week.

 

2. Imperium vs The Real McCoy

     Brother vs Brother. Every year this match-up stands as a singular entity in the scope of fantasy football. It is a rivalry/non rivalry like no other. A loss on either side sticks with the opposing manger all season and into the off season. Trying to continue to build separation in the all time record against McCoy is Imperium. There is nothing more to say about this franchise. They are (6-0) and this week they can tie the best start to an MFFL season with a victory. (8-0) is so close Imperium can taste it. This has been a special season for Imperium and their sights are set on a playoff birth and setting league records.

     The Real McCoy have picked themselves to lose for two straight weeks, and for two straight weeks they have acquired wins. They entered last week with poor spirits heading into Monday night, but Odell did what ODB does and that’s score points. This week McCoy has their Bengals players on bye leaving the door open for Impeium to strike. McCoy needs to have more confidence in this roster that is balling out for them even without the services of Charles. A win here for McCoy would give them all the confidence they need.

     Both managers hate losing to one another. It is a loss that lingers. The energy and determination both managers have for this game is singularly focused. So much is on the line, record streaks, playoff positioning, pride, joy, and bragging rights. What more is there to say.

3. ShowMeYourTDs vs The Advantageous Morgans

     Its not often to see a combined (8-4) record as the third best game of the week. That’s the nature of the mega match-ups for week 7. These two teams stand atop the East division. TDs got a huge win over their rival in week 6, Unstopa-Bo, and they now look to take sole possession of 1st place in the East. TDs again this season improved their roster following the first few weeks of the season, but now they actually have wins to stand on. This team is poised to make their first playoff appearance since 2012, as they are one of the most talented teams this season.

     The Morgans fell short in week 6, unable to give Imperium their first loss of the season. As predicted they still have the East Division lead even with the defeat. Their team performed well and The Morgans continue to feel better and better about their roster with each passing week. This starting lineup is one of the most balanced in the league. The Morgans feel like they have a real contender for this season and it is easy to see why.

     This is a huge match-up. Both managers are confident as they try to start (5-2) in 2015. 

4. El Pollo Loco vs Whitner Wonderland

     Two teams undeserving of the records will try to steady the ship in week 7. Loco needs to get injured players back into their lineup, while Whitner will try to build momentum after a big win in week 6. This is a hugely important game for both managers. Do not forget how teams tend to reshape their fortunes after the mid way point and either one of these squads could go on a huge run. 

5. La Flama Blanca vs Tavon and Only

     Both teams need to get a win. The talent on both rosters is there, it just has not been correlating with positive results. This match-up again features two teams needing to secure a path for their season.  

Week 6 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

The Advantageous Morgans vs Imperium

     The top two teams in the league are the main event for rivalry week #1 in the MFFL. All Imperium does is win. They are (8-1) in their last nine games dating back to last season. Their undefeated start to the season has been incredible especially considering the state of their franchise following the draft. Imperium has only two players remaining from their drafted team, Hopkins and Hauschka, proving just how much Imperium disliked the players they selected. This group of road warriors has gone to bat all season long for this team, and Imperium is extremely thankful. Their match-up this week is against one of the best teams in the league, Advantageous Morgans. The Morgans and Imperium always play tough with only one game separating this traditional rivalry. Imperium will continue to be confident until someone proves they should not be. A (5-0) start for a team that has already proven they can improve their roster after the draft is simply impressive, and the league must settle in for a season with Imperium as one of the top dogs.

     The Morgans have worked miracles as well this season. They were not satisfied with their work in the draft but they worked hard to change it. Now they insert Antonio Gates as a weekly starter to make their team that much more imposing. The one concern for the morgans may be their RB situation entering this week as on paper it does not look to be strong. The Morgans always come to play against Imperium and its expected to be a shootout come Sunday. The Morgans are great at bouncing back after poor season's and this year they have stormed to the front of the East division.

     Both teams look to be fully loaded for this one, outside of the Morgan's RBs. Both teams will likely remain atop their divisions regardless of the outcome but a combined (9-1) record makes this the best match-up of the week. Imperium is trying to set a new unbeaten record, surpassing their (7-0) start in 2012. To do so they need three more victories in a row. The Morgans will look to break the streak. After all, it was the morgans last year that started Imperium's five game losing streak. Ya....Its personal for both teams.

2. ShowMeYourTDs vs Unstopa-Bo

     One of the closest rivalries every season headlines the 2nd best game of the week. No team is as hot as Unstopa-Bo. They continue to put up unbelievable numbers in route to their 3rd straight victory. More impressive is the fact that Unstopa-bo has already gone through Brady, Gronk and Peterson bye weeks. The most feared team in the league takes on a squad always ready to throw down with the Bo man, but Unstopa-Bo looks unstoppable.  

     TDs has failed to score over 107 in three straight games. They have to turn it around before teams like PD and LFB find a way to get some victories. They have responded well following the loss of Romo but they need better production from their flex and TE spots. They added more talent and depth this week acquiring Hilton and Demarco. If those two can play well, TDs will have one of the best teams in the league.

3. Tavon and Only vs The Real McCoy

     Tavon has been looking forward to this match-up all season. It is their top desire to beat the team synonyms with beating them. Tavon has been up and down all year and the Julio injury seems to be getting worse not better. They insert Olsen and Ivory back into their lineup after byes and they hope to get better performances all over after a tough game in week 5. Tavon feels their team has been doomed with poor circumstances all season. A win here could help them gain confidence.

     McCoy currently sits 4th in the league but they continue to feel disrespected league wide. They lost Charles for the season last week but they remain confident. Their inability to get trades accomplished has caused much frustration for them. McCoy knows their bread and butter is not trades as their teams typically pay the bills with their moves in free agency. They stick with players all season even when they're not performing well, and its been a successful strategy leading to championships. A few small deals here and there could help McCoy make another playoff run this season.

4. Perpetual Dynasty vs El Pollo Loco

     Loco got a much needed win last week. This week they face their rival PD. They hate the fact that they have to play PD twice a year. They are actually hoping Big Ben stays out this week so Antonio Brown wont be improved for Loco's opponent. A win for Loco would be a huge step in garnering more wins.

     If PD loses they are (1-5). They are currently last in the league with the fewest points scored.

5. Whitner Wonderland vs La Flama Blanca

     One team will be (1-5). Its been a tough year for both teams. 

Week 5 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Perpetual Dynasty vs The Real McCoy

     Two of the most decorated managers in The MFFL headline the week 5 match-ups. The Real McCoy bounced back last week in typical fashion. This team knows how to win following a loss. They feel like their squad is not garnering even respect league wide, even though the league pickem selections each week paint a different story. McCoy is one of the most heavily picked teams to win each week. Their starting lineup is extremely good and their bench has taken shape throughout the season. Alternating wins and losses is nothing new for McCoy, but this week presents an interesting opportunity for this franchise. They play a team with a lot of name value, but actual value has been below form. McCoy will enter week 5 confident after a win, and facing a team struggling to find their way is a welcomed sight for the League’s defending Champion.

     PD lost for a consecutive time last week for only the 2^nd time in their franchise’s history. PD not only lost but their lineup laid a smelly egg. Not one person in their starting lineup scored a touchdown, and on the season they have zero rushing touchdowns to their credit. That’s right, in 4 weeks PD has yet to have a starting RB score a touchdown. While other managers may look at this team with envy PD is having trouble finding confidence. They fact remains that this season has been a disaster and until their lineup starts producing PD will not be confident in any match-up. They made a big trade this week acquiring many risky players, but PD is (1-3) and they needed to make a move for their sanity.

     McCoy has beaten PD more times than not and looking at the match-up on paper McCoy's players are performing much better. A (1-4) start for PD would be unfathomable, but highly possible. McCoy can set their course towards progress with a win against one the league’s perceived strongest, albeit underperforming team.  The match-up is going to be electric and very unpredictable. Do not miss it.

2. Tavon and Only vs Imperium

     Two teams not afraid to voice their opinions will look for bragging rights in week 5. Tavon has been way up and way down in alternating weeks throughout the season. They have a lineup capable of great things but anticipating their talent week to week has been a difficult task. Tavon expects a lot from their roster every week and underperforming participants are quickly dismissed from their starting lineup. If this team and manager can find some balance and equilibrium then they will be a force destined for great things. Unfortunately for them, they play a team that has made teams unbalanced all season. They play Imperium, a buzzsaw personified, without the services of Ivory or Olsen.

     Anyone who has tried to take Imperium down this season has been seen home with their tail between their legs,  with missed opportunities or unfortunate circumstances. Last week saw PD score zero touchdowns against Imperium. Until last week however Imperium had never scored below 120, and no one scored points last week as Imperium’s 101 points would have beaten half of the league. Trying to improve after a (4-0) start Imperium made a trade to acquire Eddie lacy on Monday. When is the last time an undefeated team traded for such a high caliber player? This team’s mojo is on a historic high. Imperium always improves with time and now the league has given them a 4 game head start. Look out. 

     Until star players start performing against Imperium and Imperium’s magic touch with their roster week to week slows down, it's hard to envision a team pulling away in any match-up against them. Still, this week could offer that team as Tavon is due for a bounce back performance. Who knows what's on the docket here.

3. Unstopa-Bo vs La Flama Blanca

     Two teams heading in different directions are pinned for the number 3 match-up of the week. Bo has been scoring all season and now they have some wins to show for it. They won last week without the services of Brady and Gronk proving how talented they really are. Bo's new found dedication has paid off and they look like a serious contender for 2015. No one wants to play unstopa-Bo.

     La Flama is trying to rebound after 3 straight losses. Their team has not been able to withstand the loss of Dez Bryant. Expectations are for LFB to turn it around and depend on young players to get better as the season gets older.

4. Advantageous Morgans vs Whiter Wonderland

     Whitner has started 2015 with some poor circumstances. They scored the second most points in the league last week but lost. They predictably got into a hole to start the year without the services of Bell, but they are still very talented. They will continue to improve as Whitner always finds ways to win games in this league.

     The Morgans continue to win games to start 2015. They have jumped to an early lead in the East division. Their lineup gets better almost every week as the Morgans are one of the most underrated lineup artist's in the league.

5. El Pollo Loco vs ShowMeYourTDs

     Loco's injury curses and poor luck in this league are beyond ridiculous at this point. They predictably lost to McCoy last week and Loco has to feel like they are on repeat. Hopefully the potential returns of Lynch and Edelman can help them right the ship.

     TD's won last week scoring 88 points. They do this all the time. Dr. Squeeze strikes again. 

Week 4 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Perpetual Dynasty vs Imperium

     Week 4's top match-up is consistently one of the league's most anticipated games each MFFL season. Imperium enter week 4 undefeated and flying high. Their team has an aura of invincibility surrounding it, not unlike their 2012 team which started the season (7-0). Even last week, when Imperium was disgusted by the effort being put forth by the 1:00PM players, they found a way to win the game. The nature of Imperium's victories the last two weeks has been atypical , but they look to the future with hope, as many key name players are about to get healthy, and make their lineup that much more imposing. Imperium has never had a losing season in this league largely because of their ability to adapt to any situation. Their (3-0) start is perhaps a spring board for a 2015 playoff berth. Though the season is ridiculously young, it is unwise to give Imperium such a good start and not expect great results.

     PD is trying to recover after scoring 147 points in a losing effort last week. They do not have much time to heal up as an undefeated Imperium squad is waiting for them. PD has great name value yet again this season, but as we have seen in the past, that is not equal to wins in this league. PD's players have to start playing up to their potential or they will crumble. They were active on the trade market this week per usual, and PD needs to see the fruits of their labor. Slow starts in PD's past give them hope that they can turn the ship around, many managers view that as an inevitability but PD won't stop working just because expectations are high. Perhaps it is more likely that PD has set the bar too high and they may not live up to expectations this season. PD has a good track record in games following a loss.

     The match-up on paper is super close. Both managers have player match-ups they will try to exploit. A win for Imperium will be the signature of the young season. A win for PD will keep them from having their worst start in MFFL history. Much is on the line this week for the MFFL's top match-up.

2. ShowMeYourTDs vs Tavon and Only

     Two surprise winning teams will try to pull away from the pack in week 4. TDs could not stay unbeaten last week in a disappointing effort from their squad. Their age may be catching up to them as many players on their team are starting to show injuries. They still remain confident however, and they look like they will survive the loss of Tony Romo with Cam and Andy rallying the troops. TD's always improves as the year goes on, a (3-1) start after week 4 would be a huge indicator for future success.

     Tavon bounced back in a big way in week 3 to secure their 2nd victory this season. They jumped to the top of the East division after putting up over 150 points. Their team looks like a season long competitor. Perhaps no manager asks for more out of their players than Tavon. This match-up may not have a ton of hype between each manager but the importance of this game cannot be understated.

3. El Pollo Loco vs The Real McCoy

     A history rich match-up is on the table for week 4. Anytime Loco and McCoy meet weird things happen. McCoy has consistently beaten Loco in ways that would make other managers cringe. Loco has only beaten McCoy one time. It's a match-up with a lot of pain on one side and joy on the other. McCoy is always confident when playing Loco because they know their team will find ways to win against them. This week is no different as McCoy is coming off of a loss and they have a great record in games following a loss. Also in McCoy's favor is the nature of Loco's team these days as Big Ben, Edelman, and Lynch could all be out of the lineup this week due to injuries and byes. This match-up is huge for West Division bragging rights. McCoy will try to prove they can win games consistently while Loco tries to prove they can beat McCoy. Expect the unexpected in this one.

4. Unstopa-Bo vs Whitner Wonderland

     Two teams coming off wins in week 3 are in for a huge game this week. One of these teams will be undeserving of a (1-3) record after this match-up in week 4. Both teams have talent, but their unfortunate starts make this a must win for both teams. Whitner scored the highest point total in week 3 while Bo finally got a win deserving of a team with the most points in the league. Regardless of the results, expect both teams to be a thorn in teams sides throughout the season.

5. La Flama Blanca vs The Advantageous Morgans

     A key divisional game sets the stage for this match-up. La Flama is simply trying to keep the ship afloat. Their injuries and underproduction has been a new trouble for a perennial top team in this league. Their depth will allow them to be competitive but they still lack the star firework outside of Rodgers. Flama hopes Hyde and Gurley will take the next steps this season.

     The Morgans scored 160 points last week, and they needed all of them as PD scored 147 against them. It was a statement victory and now The Morgans confidence is sky high. Their work to improve their roster has been fantastic and the results speak for themselves. The morgans are consistently underrated, but teams will start to fear them if the results keep coming. 

Week 3 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

ShowMeYourTDs vs Imperium
      The best match-up of week 3 features two teams who are (2-0). The only two remaining unbeatens will battle it out for top ranks among the league. TDs is off to their best start in league history. Their (2-0) record has been sparked by strong performances up and down the board featuring complete team efforts in their first two victories. Their veteran laden team has proven they still have a lot left in the tank. TDs has staked an early claim in the East division, as they beat two of the strongest East division members, PD and LFB, in consecutive weeks. Simply put, its been a dream beginning for TDs in 2015.
     Imperium is back a top the West division. Its where they feel they belong. Last week's victory was a big step in securing their 2nd divisional crown in 4 years. Unfortunately for Imperium the nature of the victory, DeAngelo and Fitz combined for 71 points, has left them with remaining questions entering week 3. Their roster is awaiting production from 3 massive names in the fantasy world, Demarco, Arian, and Alshon. Imperium's ability to shape their lineup week to week is a beauty to behold. Having a chance to go (3-0), without the services of Arian and Alshon for the majority of the beginning weeks, is a scenario even Imperium could not have considered.
     Both managers have to feel like they are playing with house money entering week 3. TDs has beaten two divisional opponents to take the division lead, while Imperium has won games without some of their best players. Its a match-up without a ton of buzz, due to the success already cataloged for both managers, and the questions that remain. As such, this is not a must win for either team, but anytime two unbeaten teams face off, its the best match-up of the week. A (3-0) start for either manager would be such a welcomed joy. The winner of this game is the best in the MFFL through 3 weeks.

2. El Pollo Loco vs Unstopa-Bo
     Two extremely unlucky managers will try gain some confidence in week 3. The unlucky nature of Loco has been illustrated many times before, but week 2 again showed why this team may be cursed. They were beat in large part due to two players that many managers would not have placed in their starting lineups prior to this week. Fitz and DeAngelo turned back the clocks and combined for 71 points to beat Loco. It was a devastating loss for a team so desperate to stand alone a top the West Division. Still, Loco scored over 120 with Anderson and Evans combining for 3 points; Loco has to like how the team is shaping up.
     Unstopa-Bo has run into two straight buzz saws in 2015. This is perhaps the second best (0-2) team of all time(2012 PD started 0-2). Like PD in 2012, Bo has a terrific chance to turn it around and gain victories throughout the season. There is nothing standing in their way from being a top team this year, especially after the renewed interest shown by Bo to start the season. After all, its only 2 games.
     This is a big game for both managers with a lot on the line. Neither manager wants to start 2015 in a hole too deep to climb out of. The match-up on paper is razor close. Do not miss a second of this one.

3. Perpetual Dynasty vs Advantageous Morgans
     Two teams that obtained victories in week 2 will try to keep the momentum rolling in this East Division clash. The Morgans made no secret of their desire to beat Tavon after Tavon's week one testimonial on the league website. They entered week 2 with a fire. As stated by The Morgan's themselves, "Never doubt the Morgans...ever." This team is talented and hungry. They enter week 3 with confidence and high hopes. It is easy to see why when looking at their starting WRs.
     PD bounced back in week 2 and got a much needed victory. Their roster continues to perform below expectations however, as many big named players laid eggs in week 2. PD is use to big named stars destroying seasons, but never has a PD team looked so vulnerable to start a season. Still, many managers around the league expect PD to be one of the top teams by years end. They will look for more success in week 3 against an ever improving Morgans squad. This match-up could be a turning point in the season for both managers.

4. The Real McCoy vs Whitner Wonderland
     Two teams trying to keep pace in the West will bash heads in week 3. McCoy yet again achieved a victory following a loss. They are one of the better teams at rebounding quickly. McCoy has to be feeling better about their team after a strong performance in week 2, but we have seen this before. They are notorious for their inconsistency week to week, outside of last season, and a loss in week 3 would further illuminate the point.
     Whitner gets Leveon Bell back for week 3 and it is not a minute too soon. They need a win and Bell could be the catalyst. McCoy can't be happy being the first team to face Bell, but they knew this day was coming. The talent is there for both teams, but they both need to prove they can win games consistently in 2015.

5. Tavon and Only vs La Flama Blanca
     Back to the drawing boards for Tavon. They could not repeat their week 1 success in a week 2 loss against the Morgans. Lets lay down facts. Tavon was not as strong as the believed they were after week one, but they are also not as weak as they believe they are after week 2. Tavon needs to keep emotions in check. They are a good team that just needs some proper guidance.
     LFB is also a team feeling far different in week 2 than in week 1. Their roster has been hit by injuries and under-performing results. Without Bryant, this team only has one star to jump on the back of, Rodgers. They need to find more consistent performers in order to survive without the services of some key injured starters.

Week 2 Match-Up Build-Up

GAME OF THE WEEK

Imperium vs El Pollo Loco

     A massive west divisional match-up is the main event for week two of the MFFL Season. The only two teams from the West division to escape week 1 with victories will try to take sole possession of 1^st place in the division. There are very few managers who rework their lineup throughout the week, in order to put their team in the best possible position, as well as Imperium. They consistently plug lesser known commodities into their starting lineup and consume positive results. Illustrated last week by Heath Miller and Deangelo Williams, Imperium once again made dust into gold. Even with confidence in finding players other managers look over, Imeprium will not settle for weekly starting lineup battles, as they are constantly trying find players who will grab hold of a starting position and never relinquish their spot.

     Loco achieved a week 1 victory for the first time in franchise history last week. They now look to acquire another piece of the fantasy puzzle that has eluded them, a lead in the West Division. Loco has never once been a top the West division at any moment in three years. They yearn for such security and power. Loco’s early season trades paid off in spades last week as two post draft acquisitions scored over 20 a piece for loco. They now hope to get better performances from players they drafted to lead this team.

     Imeprium has made no secret of the fact that Loco has beaten them consistently in the MFFL. Imperium mentions this to Loco out of respect but also as a way to remind Loco how serious Imperium takes this match-up. It is rare to find an early season match-up with such intrigue and importance, but week 2’s match-up of the week promises to have a great impact on the league for the 2015 season. The winner of this match-up will be the early front runner for the west division crown. Need I say more.

2. ShowMeYourTDs vs La Flama Blanca

     Yet another pivotal divisional match-up is in store for the MFFL in the #2 match-up of the week. La Flama and TDs have been battling in the East since the league's inception. La Flama once again proved doubters wrong as his young, but talented, team put on a show last week scoring the most points in the league. They do this every year folks. Unfortunately for LFB last week’s victory was not without a casualty. Dez Bryant will be sidelined for quite some time and LFB is already squarely behind the eight ball. They have to keep the ship afloat by garnering victories until Dez returns. Assuming they can do that, which they probably will, Dez’s return will be a major spark for a team likely to be in a playoff race.

     TDs beat PD for the first time ever last week. It was a victory long in the making but no less satisfying. The challenge for TDs is to not let the euphoria last too long. They have to rally the troops and get ready for a tough LFB team. TDs knows how talented LFB is even without Dez. Unfortunately for TDs the Dez injury hurts the value of his starting QB Tony Romo. TDs is known for finishing strong down the stretch of seasons, if they can get some wins early, they will be a team with a lot of momentum throughout the season.

3. Unstopa-Bo vs The Real McCoy

     Unstopa-Bo scored the 3rd most points in the league week 1 and lost. It is a devastating way to start the season. Their massive explosion of points on Thursday night was not even to hold off Tavon and Only. Still, they have to be feeling confident after such a strong performance in week 1. They may be without the services of T.Y. Hilton in week 2 which could lessen the fire power on display from their lineup. Unstopa-Bo needs to obtain a victory in order to keep the spirits high.

     The Real McCoy have to be smiling after the players they acquired in a post draft trade led their team in points in week one. Unfortunately for McCoy, their stars acquired from the draft did the exact opposite and destroyed McCoy’s chances at a victory. No other team enters week 2 with as many possible changes to the lineup as McCoy. They may be replacing their #1 QB, #2 WR, FLEX, and Defense. McCoy understands that it is only week one, in no way are they pushing the panic button. With that said, they need to see big improvements from certain players or major changes may be in order. This match-up is huge for both managers.

4. Tavon and Only vs The Advantageous Morgans

     Few managers are as confident after week one as Tavon and Only. Their massive comeback over UB was as good as it gets in fantasy. Their team looks powerful after a 142 point outburst. However, Tavon also scored over 140 in week one last season and the rest as they say is history. Their single week success means nothing unless they continue to back it up. Tavon’s message to the league after their win has not gone unnoticed and other managers around the league look to crack the shield of Tavon’s confidence.

     The first manager to try and do so will be The Morgans. The Morgrans felt they needed to make a move after the draft, and after week one they felt some of their fears had been realized. They scored the fewest points and fell to bottom of the league after one week. They decided to shake things up and acquire new bodies before their match-up with the ever boastful Tavon. If they claim victory in this match-up, their major lineup shake up could look to carry them throughout the season.

5. Perpetual Dynasty vs Whitner Wonderland

     This match-up would look a lot different if Leveon Bell were available for Whitner. Even without Bell this match-up looks close on paper. PD will try to get a victory after a disappointing week 1 performance. While PD may be down because of their lost, many managers around the league have not lost confidence in the team or the manager. People know the trends of the league and PD tends to get wins after slow starts. PD has 10 regular season losses after their defeat in week 1. In the 9 previous games PD played after a loss they won 8 of them. They tend to bounce back in these situations, but if they don’t, look for PD to waste no time in reworking their roster.

     Whitner just needs to survive without Bell for one more week. If they beat PD it will be a huge success going (1-1) without the services of the best back in fantasy football. The rest of the roster looks strong and Whitner is hoping to take advantage of good match-ups for his starting lineup against teams like Jacksonville, Oakland, and the Giants. 

2015 Week 1 Match-Up Build-Up

And Here We…Go

The 2015 season is upon us. Fantasy matchups begin in 2 days. The wait...for the 2015 Miller Fantasy Football Season...is finally over.

MATCHUP OF THE WEEK

The Real McCoy vs La Flama Blanca

                We begin with where we left off. The 2014 MFFL season climaxed with The Real McCoy winning their second MFFL championship. It was a record breaking season for McCoy that will go down in the history books as one of the best ever. Their 2015 offseason began with a trade in which they moved from the 10^th draft slot to the 5^th. It was a move they felt they had to make. Their draft featured many big names like, Peyton Manning, Odell Beckham, and Jamaal Charles. A few days after the draft they made a massive trade in order to improve their #2 RB spot through the services of Mark Ingram. Their release of Jordan Matthews and Greg Olsen was a tough pill to swallow but they felt it was a move that had to be done, similar to their draft slot trade. They now look towards week one with cautious optimism in hopes of achieving the unthinkable, 3 championships in 4 years. Standing in their way are none other than La Flama Blanca, the two time defending championship game participant.

                For how special McCoy’s season was in 2014, La Flama did something no other team has ever accomplished before. They scored at least 120 points in every single regular season game they played. Leading into the 2014 championship game, La Flama had scored at least 120 points in 17 consecutive games, dating back to week 14 of 2013. Their amazing streak came to an end in the championship and now La Flama is looking for a bit of revenge. Their 2015 draft kicked off with two huge names in the fantasy business, Dez Bryant and Aaron Rodgers, but many of their drafted players are young and have much to prove. A consistent winner of the worst draft award, granted by yahoo every season, La Flama again achieved that recognition beginning this season, but they view winning that award as a sign of hope leading into another MFFL year.

                While winning in week one is never of vital importance, this matchup seems to have a different feel to it. The winner of this game is setting the tone for what hopes to be another successful season. If either of these managers play like they did in 2014, their excellence will be unquestioned. 2014 was a terrific season for both of these teams, but 2015 starts in 2 days and all that success written in the pages of MFFL history is about to be turned over to a new chapter, and with it, more questions to be answered. The pressure is on for both managers of this matchup. Who will continue their success from last season in week one of 2015? Stay tuned. 2 days.

2. Unstopa-Bo vs Tavon and Only

                

               While this matchup may not have been voted as the best matchup of the week, it probably should have been. The top matchup was designated so because of the pedigree and success dating back to last season, but the #2 matchup of the week, this matchup, promises to be a blood bath. If you want further proof for why this matchup will be exemplary, just look at the draft results and the fire power dawning each of these teams. Unstopa-Bo struck gold with Tom Brady as a late round flier, after already drafting players like Adrian Peterson, Gronk, and T.Y. Unstopa-Bo’s draft preparation and implementation were a clear sign of his new found dedication. The future has always been bright for this team, it now appears Unstopa-Bo is ready to make it become a reality.

                Tavon and Only are simply determined to break the themes of the past. Their MFFL career has not been a bright one, but 2015 is sure to be fireworks. Not only did Tavon have a tremendous draft yet again, but they acquired Jordan Matthews and Greg Olsen via trade, to make the squad that much more terrifying. Tavon put the league on notice, specifically the East division, that they are head hunting this season. Tavon has their sights set on that East division crown.

                How far each manager can climb after poor 2014 seasons still remains a question mark, but it is clear that both managers aim to fix the mistakes of the past. The winner of this matchup will send chills down the spines of their divisional foes. They are marching…

3. Perpetual Dynasty vs ShowMeYourTDs

                

              Each season begins with these two teams squaring off. It is one of the MFFL’s most prized traditions. TDs and PD have been battling inside the East division for 3 years, each time seeing PD the victor. This fact eats at the heart of TDs. TDs has come extremely close to beating PD on many occasions, but last season’s opening week seemed like the best time for TDs to finally get the victory they so covet. They had just traded for Drew Brees and were sending a message straight to the core of PD, but they were still unable to get the monkey off their back in the form of a victory. TDs drafted a strong veteran laden team with the likes of Romo, D. Thomas, Forte, and Shady. Their big name potential is off the charts. Their goal is the same, BEAT PD, TDs just hopes they didn’t waste their best opportunity to do so last season.

                PD has accomplished every single goal imaginable in the MFFL except for one. Everyone knows what PD strives for, and the fact that PD has yet to win a championship is a circumstance many managers simply find hard to believe. PD began the 2015 offseason just as hungry as ever, trying to relinquish the demons of their past. Their first big move happened when they traded from the 8^th draft slot to the 3^rd draft slot. The draft featured big named players headlined by the two at the top Antonio Brown and Calvin Johnson. PD’s next big move happened when they acquired Andrew Luck and Jimmy Graham in the biggest pre-season trade in MFFL history. PD is once again going all-in, in an effort to grab the one piece of glory that has eluded them. Standing in their way is a team that PD respects and  knows one day will beat them. PD is trying to delay that inevitability as long as possible.

                Will TDs finally beat PD? Will the fantasy Gods allow PD to use TDs best weapon of 2014, Antonio Brown, against them? Did TDs muff their best opportunity to beat PD last season? All these questions and more set the stage for one of week 1’s top matchups.

4. Imperium vs Whitner Wonderland

                

              Two teams shaped by drafting at opposite ends of the draft do battle in week one 2015. Whitner drafted from the 1^st slot while Imperium drafted 10^th. Both managers traded for their draft position. Whitner’s move to one allowed them to acquire leveon Bell, Randall Cobb, and Justin forsett. Whitner has made the playoffs two years in a row, but they are still searching for their first playoff win. They have come a long way since year one, when many managers questioned the credibility of their franchise. Few questions remain as Whitner has had success two years running, but their gamble to move to one and select a suspended player will be a story line worth watching all season.

                Imperium enter 2015 hoping to change many aspects of their football. They changed names, moved to a new city, and traded draft slots. The Imperium franchise is doing all they can to get back into the playoffs, including trading away big named players just days after the draft. Imperium has made no secret about their dislike for how their 2015 draft unfolded and they quickly sought to right their believed wrong by acquiring two of the biggest fantasy names around in Russell Wilson and Alshon Jeffery. The two contract extension players will aim to improve upon their 2014 success which saw Imperium maintain his strong claim as being one of only two managers to never have a losing season in the MFFL.

                This West division matchup is a great way to kick start 2015. Imperium hopes to take a victory from Whitner while he is without the services of Leveon Bell; Whitner tries to keep the status quo and achieve many victories during west divisional matchups. The tone will be set for these two divisional foes in week one 2015.

5. El Pollo Loco vs Advantageous Morgans

                

               A matchup far more deserving than the 5^th most anticipated matchup, headlines the 5^th most anticipated matchup. Do not sleep on this matchup as both managers are a kin to snakes in the grass; either one can strike at any moment. Loco has been one of the most unlucky managers in fantasy football history, but loco does not want to use that as an excuse. Loco is taking the difficult approach of trying to get better as a manager rather than let his unlucky nature consume him. His work ethic and dedication is second to very few. Their offseason preparation lead to the drafting of big named players like, Beastmode, C.J. Anderson, Big Ben, and Mike Evans. They’ve also made trades to improve their lineup before their important week one clash with the morgans.

                The Morgans are only one year removed from a championship game appearance but they feel like they have so much to prove. They drafted a tremendous core for their team with the likes of Lacy, Brees, Green, and Tate. If the Morgans improve the roster like they do every season then they are in store for a massive year. Their path through the east division is littered with land mines, but as we have seen with this franchise in the past, they find ways to get the job done, no matter what the challenges.

                Few managers are as hungry as both of the teams facing off in this matchup come week one. It would not surprise anyone in the league to see one or both of these teams in the playoffs. Neither team wants to start slow out of the gates like they did last season. Both need to win in week one.