Match-Up Build-Up Week 2

 

1. Chicken Noodle Coop (1-0) vs Njokus On You (1-0)

Coop came away with a victory in week one, but they only scored the 7th most points of the week. Sun God and Laporta both underperformed. But the rest of the lineup look good. Richardson showed why Coop targeted him in the draft, and both RBs looked explosive. Fixing their flex appears to be the only weakness at the moment. They will also be hoping JaMo doesn't eat into Amon-Ra's targets this year. It could be a devastating result for the two other receiving Lions on their roster. 

NOY picked up right where they left off. They scored the 2nd most points of the week and took the early lead in the West division. Allen, Barkley, Gibbs, and Kamara all had vintage performances. Their WRs remain an issue, but they are hopeful about the position once Hollywood returns. They traded for a TE this past week after their name sake got injured. They look like a tough team to beat for a 2nd straight season. The franchise has made a spectacular turn around over the past two seasons.

2. The Peaking Dynasty (1-0) vs Unstopa-Bo (1-0)

TPD played ok, but they largely won their match-up due to CMC being out. Hurts, Jefferson, and Brown looked like they were supposed to, but the rest of the lineup under performed. Their RB position remains fluid, but Cook and Jacobs can hold down the fort for a time. Trading for Harrison gives them an elite flex play if he lives up to his potential. It's a solid start for a team that typically improves as the season progresses. 

UB won by two points in a tough week one match-up against The Dingos. If not for their kicker getting an astounding 26 points, the match-up would have been lost. They made a trade this week, and look to have players ready to bounce back. The question long term will be whether or not they have enough firepower to match-up with some of the top teams in the league. Week 2 represents a chance to prove they can. 

3. The Dingos Ate Your Babies (0-1) vs The Real McCoy (0-1)

The Dingos have to be sick about how they lost last week. Wilson and Moody combined for 38 points on Monday night to snatch a victory away from them. It is a tough way to start the season, but the lineup performed well, and they shouldn't hang their head. They are deep at WR and RB, and this loss shouldn't hurt them much in the long run. 

McCoy is also processing a tough defeat in week one. They scored the 3rd most points of the week but ran into the top scorer. The biggest issues for this team are Burrow, Nacua, and Walker. Burrow can't be started at the present moment, Nacua is out for a month, and Walker may miss or be limited this week with an injury. They will have to hold steady or risk falling into an early season hole like last season. 

4. La Flama Blanca (1-0) vs Imposing Monstrosity (0-1)

So much for a poor draft grade. LFB exploded in week one scoring the most points. Five different players scored over 18, and every player but their defense were in double digits. All this with Jameson Williams on their bench. It was an impressive start for a franchise that took big swings in the draft. This could be a special season for LFB. 

Stros could not shake the bad draft label. They scored 97 points. A number that would have been the lowest of the week if not for TDs only starting 8 players. They had two separate players scored one point, and no player scored in the 20's. They sensed something had to be done, so they made a huge trade, sending away their 2nd round pick. The added pieces are helpful. They will want to see a return on their investment immediately, or risk feeling behind the eight ball in the early going.  

5. El Pollo Loco (0-1) vs One Pathetic Loser...No Offense (0-1)

Loco's bench played well, but the starters were average. They only scored 105, and will be looking for a stronger performance in week 2. This team has always alternated good and bad weeks. It would surprise no one if they were the top point scorer in week 2. Look for major bounce backs from Kelce and Olave. 

OPLNO thought about getting insurance for CMC, but they decided against it, which cost them. The lineup was ready to snatch a victory away on Monday night, but CMC becoming inactive changed everything. They are beaten up over what happened, but they will turn the page quickly. Talent remains, and they will hope to survive until CMC and Higgins are healthy. Do not give up on this team, even if they lost in such a manner in week one.