Match-Up Build-Up Week 2

GAME OF THE WEEK

The Real McCoy VS The Reckoning Rises

     

     When the 2014 MFFL schedules were released everyone circled this game. Not only are these two managers drenched in tradition but they have been smack talking each other since the offseason. It all started around the watering hole when TR^2 mentioned to McCoy how, outside of their championship loss in 2012, they own McCoy in every other match-up. McCoy responded with the classic rebuttal: Championship. It then escalated when Reckoning posted on his team page how McCoy is his number 1 rival (outside of his designated rival The Advantageous Morgans). McCoy responded in turn, stating he would be placing an emphasis on his match-up with RT^2.

     Now, all the talking stops, and it’s time to settle this on the field. McCoy came storming out of the gates in week 1 with a 135-110 victory over the Morgans. His team performed to their expectations with Luck, Gronk, Cobb, and Vereen all answering the bell. The biggest question for McCoy remains the same, can his team perform week to week and be consistent. Reckoning lost in week 1 to the defending champs of 2013, but do not count them out. They are most successful when they are doubted. His team remains strong with players like Nelson, Jeffery, kaep/Wilson, and of course LeSean McCoy. Look for Reckoning to perform better this week, and if history is any lesson, look for McCoy to slightly regress from week 1, although McCoy’s team in 2014 is not destined to share the traits of 2013. An intense day is in store for both gentlemen on Sunday. A victory for either of them would cement a sense of joy that will last until the end of time. DO NOT MISS THIS MATCH-UP

2. La Flama Blanca VS The Advantageous Morgans

     

     2013 Championship Rematch. What more needs to be said. La Flama picked up where he left off with a victory to start the 2014 season. His team was carried by stellar performances out of Manning, Bell, and  Olsen. He looks locked and loaded to compete for a playoff spot yet again in 2014. The Morgans are looking to bounce back after a week 1 defeat. His star performers, Foles, Marshall, and Graham need to step up in week 2. The Morgans acquired C.J. Spiller mid week, in hopes of improving his weekly point potential. There is no doubt The Morgans want revenge after La Flama embarrassed him in the championship a year ago. Expect the points to be close with the hungrier manager ending on top.  

3. Tavon & Only VS ShowMeYourTDs

     

     Two managers trying to break through mediocrity square off in what is sure to be one hell of a match-up. Tavon exploded out of the gates with a 140 point performance in week 1. His team was dubbed “Best team” after the draft and they have not disappointed. He is simply loaded. Unfortunately for Tavon his match-ups this week are tough on his stars. Looking to catch Tavon on a down week is ShowMeYourTDS. TDs lost in week 1 to PD and they need a victory to maintain pace in the East Division. Their team is not without talent as Brees and Peterson are bound to perform better. TDs is going to improve, and this may be the perfect week to play Tavon. This is a hugely important underrated game.   

4. Perpetual Dynasty VS Whitner Wonderland

     

     Division leaders fight for division pride. PD may be listed as number two in his division, but his (1-0) divisional record means he is currently the division leader. His team performed well against TDs in a winning effort, but 17 combined points between Rodgers and Bryant means his team certainly underperformed. He will need his stars to carry him if he is to have success in 2014. Whitner scored the most points in week 1. His momentum from 2013 has carried over and there is not a single team in this league who wants to play him. His veteran heavy team is especially deadly in the early weeks, as injuries and fatigue have yet to burden his old vets. That fact that a match-up between division leaders is number 4 in anticipation proves how special week 2, 2014 can be. This is a massive early season match-up.

5. El Pollo Loco VS It Ertz When I Pee

     

     Two teams needing a win battle in week 2. Neither manager got the start they wanted. Their teams need to improve. Loco just can’t get over the injury bug as Newton was benched in week 1. Ertz simply needs to perform better. Expect both teams to play better in week 2, after all, does week 1 really  matter? Probably not.