Match-Up Build-Up Week 4

Only one team remains unbeaten in the MFFL. Many of the rest remain squarely in the hunt as its one of the most competitive starts to a season in league history. The field is wide open and the match-ups are ever important.

1. The Perpetual Dynasty (2-1) vs El Pollo Loco (3-0)
Overview: The clear top match-up of the week showcases two former rivals. Loco has burst onto the scene while TPD is trying to maintain their position at the top. This is a huge early season match-up.
Team Notes: TPD bounced back last week in a big way. They currently sit 4th in points and have benefited slightly from an easy early season schedule. In preparation for their mega match-up against the the team with the best start in MFFL history, TPD made splash moves acquiring huge names who have so far underperformed. TPD is hoping their performances improve towards their typical norm. The lineup looks strong, with TPD having their typical stud WRs and better RBs than usual. Last season they struggled to find consistent play at QB and TE, but this year they hope Waller and Watson, who have been studs so far this season, can hold down those spots all year. Expect more trades of course, but as the team stands now, it is an intimidating bunch.
Loco is shattering records to start this season. No team previously had ever had three straight 160+ point games to start the season. There are simply no words to put such a feat into perspective. Their starting lineup has no weaknesses and they have hit on all of their trades to start this season. A major reversal of performance or fortune would have to take place in order for this team not to compete for the Western division crown. Their one possible weakness could be their suspect bench, and now that bye weeks have begun, Loco can ill afford an injury. Obviously they will not maintain this pace but even losing 25% percent of their production would have them scoring 120 points a game. What a start.
Game Notes: The match-ups look very similar for both teams. Based on their match-ups this week it does not look like Loco will slow down anytime soon. The firepower on both sides of the field for this match-up is electrifying. This match-up is reminiscent of an MMA bout. The 3peat defending champion is matched up against the young fiery challenger. Expect fireworks come Sunday. The loser would only be able to extract revenge if a playoff match-up were to unfold at the end of the season. What drama.

2. The Real McCoy (2-1) vs Unstopa-Bo (2-1)
Two classic western division foes face off in a crucial week 4 match-up.
McCoy has started the season out well but ran into a buzzsaw last week when Stros scored 181 against them. There is simply nothing to do when that happens. They will likely move past the loss quickly and focus on maintaining their dominance over the Western division. They are scrambling to find suitable players for their bench, but it remains a struggle. They have survived this season through high touchdown totals across their starting lineup, but they know they will have to get better in order to reach the high standards they have previously set. Losing Bell due to bye and Hilton possibly to injury are huge blows to this top heavy team.
UB's trade for Breida bit them in the butt last week. They also had two huge performances from RBs on their bench. The key to success for this team will be gameday managing, as their depth at WR is a strength, but figuring out which WRs and RBs to start each week will be difficult. A lack of firepower remains this team's weakness.
While not a must win for either team, this game has huge importance, as the future outlook for both teams is hazy. UB is catching McCoy at a good time, but the match-up remains a complete toss up. Hopefully both teams will gain some answers after this bloodbath in week 4.

3. La Flama Blanca (2-1) vs GrabbingThemTDs (2-1)
LFB exploded last week to the tune of 180 points. The performances of Jackson and Allen to start the season continue to be the difference makers. All they needed was a few people to step up in support of their terrific RB core, and the guys have responded in spades. After years of missing out on the success of old, it's probably safe to say LFB is back.
TDs is one of the worst (2-1) teams in MFFL history. They have scored the least amount of points in the league. Not wanting to waste the good fortune gifted to them, they made a big trade acquiring huge pieces at WR that should help the overall product as they move forward. The performances of Conner and Mayfield have been nothing short of dreadful, and a huge hinderance to their long term success. They will continue to make moves to improve upon their flaws, something TDs typically does not do. Knowing that this team could possibly be (3-1) following this week is truly remarkable.
The edge on paper for this match-up is leaning heavily towards LFB though. 

4. The Glorious Morgans (0-3) vs Tavon and Only (1-2)
This is a must win game for both teams. Tavon needed only 7 points from Cohen on Monday night to secure the victory but he could not come through. Tavon has struggled to get strong performances from their RBs in the early going, and as mentioned before, the confusing decision to start both Thielen and Diggs each week is truly troubling.
The Morgans have to be feeling shocked at the moment. An (0-3) start is so unfathomable for this franchise. They are attempting to pick up the pieces, and three years ago, when they started (1-5-1), they rallied off six straight wins to make the playoffs. Can history repeat itself? Not likely if they lose this week.

5. Baker's Chubbin' (0-3) vs Imposing Monstrosity (1-2)
Stros battled off the sharks last week by scoring 181 points in their dismantling of McCoy. Mike Evans finally came to play in a big way. This team has sneaky good upside the rest of the way, as Hill is getting healthier and Mixon could explode late. It was a massive win for this franchise.
How is it that Baker loses their star 1st round pick to injury every year? This team cannot catch a single break ever and they look like they will struggle yet again this season. They are truly devastating circumstances year in and year out for this franchise.