Match-Up Build-Up week 13

1. Chicken Noodle Coop (6-6) vs The Real McCoy (7-5)

Coop is still looking for their first regular win against their rival since joining the MFFL in 2020. This week would be the perfect week to do it. Coop is looking to rebound after a loss to TPD a week ago. It has been an up and down season for CNC, as they have scored under 120 points in five of their last seven games. They are middle of the pack in terms of points scored and points against. Coop shares a (6-6) record with four other teams. With only three games left in the regular season, it is officially go time for everyone in the mix. CNC needs to win this game. 

McCoy secured their second straight victory a week ago, a feat that had not accomplished since weeks one and two. They did just enough to beat TDs, again benefiting from a poor opponent performance. They've won seven games to this point, and in each victory, no team has scored more than 116 points against them. Opponents are averaging 102 points in their victories, and 144 points in their defeats. Their depth and solid team performances continue to help each week, but their lack of firepower could be a concern down the stretch, as the previous statistics indicate. A win this week would go a long way to securing a playoff spot, as well as yet another West Division title. This team flat out knows how to ball. They are second to only TPD in terms of historical dominance and success. They are one of the best to ever lace em up.

2. Baker's Chubbin' (6-6) vs La Flama Blanca (5-6-1)

Baker secured a critical victory a week ago to remain in the hunt for a coveted playoff spot. It is somewhat of a miracle they are even in this position, as they have the 2nd fewest points scored in the league. Having the league's easiest schedule will do that. Moore is on bye this week, while Deebo is hurt, so their WRs will be a patch work job this week. If they can just survive, they have the right pieces to possibly get hot at the right time. But it has to happen, and so far this season it has not. 

LFB won last week while only scoring 111 points. It has been a wildly inconsistent season, but entering the season's final three contests they stand 7th in the standings and 3rd in points scored. Considering the log jam of teams fighting for a playoff spot, they are still in a fighters position to claim one of them. What they'll do if there is anyones guess. This team can beat anyone, and lose to anyone. 

3. The Perpetual Dynasty (9-3) vs Imposing Monstrosity (5-7)

TPD scored the most points in the league last week for the sixth time this season. They are one win away from securing their 6th division title, and their 8th playoff appearance in 10 seasons. In all likelihood, both of those things are already secured, but one victory out of their last three makes it official. They've scored 168 more points than the team 2nd in points scored, still navigating the league's toughest schedule. They are likely to break both the points scored and points against record in the same season. It's been a special year, one of the best ever, which is saying a lot considering TPD's previous accomplishments. Don't forget about the trend of dominate regular season teams struggling in the playoffs though. It happens pretty much every year, and during the league's first 3 seasons, it happened to TPD exclusively.

Stros is hanging on for dear life. It took a 48 point performance out of Forunette last week, just for them to win by 3 points. They won last week, but remain behind the eight ball. TPD will be without both Adams and Cook this week, so there is an opportunity for Stros to strike. They historically play well against TPD too. Stros' playoff hopes will probably be dashed if they lose this week. 

4. El Pollo Loco (6-6) vs The Glorious Morgans (5-7)

It is make or break for both teams. Loco lost CMC for the year, which is a major blow. The Morgans are averaging 84 ppg in their last four games. These teams will fight to the end, hoping to find free agent gems along the way.