Match-Up Build-Up Week 3

 

1. Smoked Brissett (2-0) vs Unstopa-Bo (2-0)

Smokin has stormed out of the gates in 2022. They have scored the highest point total in both weeks, 165 and 174. It is an unbelievable start for a franchise in desperate need of some success. Everything is working for them so far, as Herbert, Kupp, and Brown have been as advertised. Obviously they cannot keep scoring 160 every week, but they have at least put the league on notice, and have taken the early top dog status in the MFFL. It's truly been a remarkable start to the season for them. 

UB is also unbeaten, scoring 133 points in back to back weeks. While they remain the only team in the league yet to make a single move on the season, at least this year they have gotten off to a good start. Their WRs remain a major issue, but if Allen, CMC, and Kelce can continue to perform at the levels we are accustomed to, then they will be competitive all season. UB is no stranger to strong starts, but they have a history of fading, just like last season. Time will tell. 

2. The Perpetual Dynasty (0-2) vs ShowMeYourTDs (0-2)

Even though this match-up features two winless teams, it ranks high on the list because everyone will be tuning in to see if TPD is about to have an (0-3) start. Teams averaged a mind numbing 132 ppg against TPD last season, and this season the SOS has been even harder, as teams are averaging 162 ppg against them in two games. What can TPD do against such reckless hate? Well TPD did what they are prone to doing in these situations, they made a flurry of trades, securing the biggest fish of them all Jonathan Taylor. It's a bold TPD styled move, but one with a lot of risk. 

TDs has also been snake bitten to start this season, as they are averaging a good point total, but coming away empty handed. This team will likely go as far as Lamar can take them. Their prized first round pick Najee Harris has to start performing better. Injuries have hurt them in the early going, but none of them seem to be long term concerns. As was stated last week, injuries hurt this team more than others, as their bench is struggling to score points. 

This is a critical game for both teams. Neither one is feeling particularly confident that their fortunes will change. But whoever does win this game will likely be injected with some much needed adrenaline. 

3. El Pollo Loco (2-0) vs The Real McCoy (0-2)

Loco watched in horror as Stefon Diggs nearly stole a victory from them on Monday Night, but they ended up surviving the onslaught for their 2nd straight victory. They were incredibly fortunate to win, as 7 other teams scored more points than they did a week ago. Loco is familiar with down performances after stellar ones the week previous, it is a franchise theme. They will be hoping for a bounce back this week. The heartbeat for this team remains their RBs, meaning Dalvin Cook has to start performing better for this squad. 

McCoy like TPD is off to a pedestrian (0-2) start. They had a heartbreaking loss a week ago, scoring 145 points, but still losing. They did all they could to obtain victory, but it wasn't enough. Still they have question marks. Many of their points came from a heroic game out of Hill, as multiple starters had down performances. Consistency may be an issue for them, as they are already starting three players they have acquired off of free agency over the last 10 days. Don't count this team out, they are too good, but this squad seems to lack a certain intimidation factor that other McCoy installments typically displayed.

4. Chicken Noodle Coop (1-1) vs Imposing Monstrosity (1-1)

Coop scored the 2nd fewest points last week, but kept the game close in a low scoring affair. Stefon Diggs can be thanked for most of it. Being aggressive, they went out and acquired Nick Chubb. It cost them a lot of depth, as Noah Brown is now their only reserve WR, but it is a move that could pay off big for them this season. Even with the addition of Chubb, this team will go as their WRs go. 

Stros bounced back after a week one disappointment. They stuck with their guys, and it paid off, especially at RB. All of their RBs played better, and the squad looks improved as expected. They will be hoping either Cousins or Tua will become an every week starter. But if that does not happen, then QB could be a disadvantage in every match-up this season. It's a very balanced team, and one that will be tough to beat all season. 

5. The Glorious Morgans (1-1) vs La Flama Blanca (1-1)

The Morgans are the lowest scoring team through two weeks. They must of sensed a change was needed, as they overhauled their roster by trading away Taylor. They are immediately starting each of the five players the received from TPD. They just replaced one starter for five. Even if that one starter was JT, it is still truly impressive that they received five starters in a trade, and a testament to the depth TPD had already acquired early in the season. Only time will tell if it was the right move.

LFB secured a critical victory in week 2, scoring 147, which was just enough to edge McCoy. It was a very balanced effort, with Waddle producing a career day. Their depth remains a concern, especially at RB, but they don't seem too worried about it. For the most part, this team will struggle to win games if Henry and Barkley aren't producing. But neither produced a week ago and they still won, so perhaps there is more than meets the eye with this roster.