gaaboard.com

just wanted to kno if there was a fantasy football competition on this forum this year...

as a big NFL fan i've never played in a 'traditional' FF league which involves a draft, just played the Sky Sports/NFLUK one, so if anyone wants to take advantage of this newbie's inexperience, let me know how it works and send me an invite if you can

cheers

p.s. GO JETS!

I'm sure there will be another NFL fantasy league this year (if AZOffaly can be arsed to organise it) but it won't be starting for a while.

usually is a fantasy NFL league, those guys are still in training camp though.

Jets- come on - seriously?

Of course I'll be doing it. The NFL Fantasy league is one of the staples of the board. We'll be launching GaaBoard Superbowl III in July or so I'd say.

I'd imagine this will be very popular again and there will be a race for one of the spots

AZ, what's the max number of teams and should there be a few divisions?

I'm not sure Barney. It averages about 16 people in the league. I can start taking a look around for the various free games. Yahoo offered us a live draft and head to head weekly games, so we've used them for the first 2 years, but their contract is up for renewal :D

It'll be hard to beat Yahoo.

I don't think you can do Divisions in Yahoo though. It's a staight 1-16.

You may have to go application only AZ!

There was a couple of teams in it last year that weren't being updated at all - i think one of them beat me all the same!!

Look forward to the return of weekly analysis AZ now that you are back from maternity leave!!

It's the high point of my year  ;D ;D ;D

I have a shitty life  :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[

Ok, I know this is obscenely early, but ye've gotten me all psyched up. With the game in London this year as well, Please God, this will be a great NFL season.

So I hearby announce the opening of GAABoard Superbowl III, and invite people to enter. The maximum is 20 people, and the league will have a live draft at the end of August. Make sure you check the scoring categories as there are a couple of new bonus categories.

The league will, as usua, take the format of head to head weekly fixtures, and the win-loss record will decide the top four teams, who will contest the Superbowl playoffs, and the second 4, who will contest the Shield.

The Turfmen are entered and ready to go. Are you?

URL : http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/ (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/)

Click 'Join a League' in the 'Free' section. (On the right of the page, just under the gold boxes to sign up to the Pay game.

Enter the league ID of 94671 and the password of 'cardinals'

it says it's an autopick draft AZ - just so you know

Great stuff AZ. Looking forward to it already.

There will be alot of disappointed people I think!

Do you need a Yahoo ID???

OWC Patriots are in.

Although typing that password was hard work, my fingers kept adding ...are shite to the end.  ;)

can we change to a live draft?

I changed it hurl, maybe I didn't save it.

Yes heganboy, you need a yahoo ID, but you were in already the past few years I thought?

az it was Syd that asked that question

Sorry heganboy. Syd, you need a Yahoo ID :D

I've changed to online live draft. Dunno why it went to autopick, I must have arsed it up initially.

I've also linked in Season's 1 and 2 (2005 and 2006) so you can see how you did in pior years. A nice touch by Yahoo I think.

thats the langers signed up for this year again. hopefully i'll do better in my second season too  :-\

AZ,  looking forward to the season and actually participating in the live draft this year- the time and day is perfect.

On a side note Fox Fantasy Football has different divisions for their league and also includes live (free) stats during the game which you have to purchase on Yahoo. It is also free to join.

Not trying to thwart the yahoo league or anything but it seems to have a little bit more than Yahoo.

The reigning champions are in  ;D

As are the two-time Christy Ring Bowl winners

Sydneys Sailors are in, i am a virgin at this but im sure youse will break me in gently.......  ;)

Im in.  Was in way over my head last time around and didnt really know what I was doing, but I have a better idea this time around and with more time on my hands I expect to get a few more wins.

Lads, if ye want to take a look at the Fox version, I have no problem at all. I'll scrap our league on Yahoo and start it over there. Have a look and see which ye prefer..

No to yer Dames are in.

Quote from: Syd on June 22, 2007, 06:53:58 PM
Sydneys Sailors are in, i am a virgin at this but im sure youse will break me in gently.......  ;)

Just remember to draft a kicker early. Very Important.

Just to digress slightly, i used to get First Down magazine every week but havent been able to get it for over a year now, i have tried Easons, WH Smith etc but no joy.......Anyone any ideas?

lol boys, i cant believe u did the dirt on me after i started the thread...  ;)

is the league full?

u'd think my bro would sort me out..... (@gab)

Quote from: flairgun on June 22, 2007, 08:46:56 PM
No to yer Dames are in.

Quote from: Syd on June 22, 2007, 06:53:58 PM
Sydneys Sailors are in, i am a virgin at this but im sure youse will break me in gently.......  ;)

Just remember to draft a kicker early. Very Important.

Good man - the Biffos have a proud record in this league, we need to keep that up. If I don't get my crown back this year, I'll be hopeful that yourself, AZ or Turk step in to do the honours!

ok my bad, i was clickin on the paid league...

i'm in with a tribute to Mr Belding's boys... the Bayside High Tigers. gonna draft AC Slater as my QB

i should get screech to be mascot

Jaysus lads, 14 in already. This promises to be a good year :D

Quote from: fntn on June 22, 2007, 09:50:53 PM
lol boys, i cant believe u did the dirt on me after i started the thread...  ;)

is the league full?

u'd think my bro would sort me out..... (@gab)

Don't blame me if you are slow

Quote from: Lone Shark on June 22, 2007, 10:07:07 PM
Good man - the Biffos have a proud record in this league, we need to keep that up. If I don't get my crown back this year, I'll be hopeful that yourself, AZ or Turk step in to do the honours!

I can't guarantee success, but I do have a slight addiction issue when it comes to fantasy games, so I'll be active enough anyway.

mayo warriors are ready to compete, just like syd i'm a virgin at this as well so be gentle as well, looking foward to the competition i'm on the promax allready can't wait for the draft ;)

Ruthless Rossies in.
Must be nearly full

18 in. Only 2 spaces left. Great uptake lads.

Byt he way, I bought the Draft Kit, so if anyone wants a copy let me know.It's kind of a Cheat Sheet and Position ranker. It'll update as we get through the Training Camps and Pre-Season, but if you want it I can forward it on.

QuoteIt's kind of a Cheat Sheet and Position ranker

Mustn't be any good  ;D

Hey now. Last season was an abberation (sp?). I will be fuilly committed this season :D

BallyhaiseBroncos have just joined 

Hiya lads. I just joined your league and i'm looking forward to it as these leagues are good craic.

Alright lads, totally full now with stew's latest nom de plume. (I think). Only 66 days to the draft :D

Let me know if ye want the draft kit?

Quote from: AZOffaly on June 25, 2007, 06:03:26 PM
Alright lads, totally full now with stew's latest nom de plume. (I think). Only 66 days to the draft :D

Let me know if ye want the draft kit?

I have one email address and thats it so it is not me, and by the way, you fcukers are wile early getting this up and running, i was looking forward to this and now i am fecked! any chance you can add to the numbers AZ???

Stew - I'll be down in the mighty Green Bay in November for the Carolina Panthers game

If the demand is there we could always take the option of the pay for play league, makes it more competitive

anymore room at the inn.

another here if there is room!?

Quote from: AZOffaly on June 25, 2007, 11:34:28 AM
18 in. Only 2 spaces left. Great uptake lads.

Byt he way, I bought the Draft Kit, so if anyone wants a copy let me know.It's kind of a Cheat Sheet and Position ranker. It'll update as we get through the Training Camps and Pre-Season, but if you want it I can forward it on.

Could you still forward that Draft Kit on AZ, I have been messing around with my draft picks today and am still deciding on who (still have over 20 days left before the draft!) but the draft kit could be handy.

Alright lads,

just bumping this up a bit as the Pre-Season games have started. NFL Total Access was even on Sky last night. Wahoo!. With a trip to London to look forward to as well, this should be a great season.

I'm very sorry to all the lads who missed the deadline to enter. Can I just ask EVERYONE who has entered successfully to please make sure they fully partake in the league if at all possible. I would hate a few spots to be used by people with no real interest, with others looking on from the outside. We filled the 20 spots in record time, and there are a few lads on the bench who would probably gladly take a spot if it became available before August 31st.

Cheers

Of course AZ - I'll try not to do what I did last year and give up

I'm not worried about you hurl, but there's a fair few newbies, who are of course very welcome as long as they are interested. I just wish the league could accomodate 30 players.

i'll try not to do what i did last year either... be shite!

Being shite is not a problem. If it was, I'd be resigning myself :D This is the Turfmen's year though. The weather has been brutal, so instead of being out on the Bog saving turf, we've been studying playbooks all Summer.

i'm probably gonna miss the live draft though so i'll probably end up with a dyer team anyway. so is everyone looking LT first off the bat then?

AZ
this is kind of embarrassing and all,but ive forgotten my username on yahoo :-[
any chance you could let me know so i log on?
thanks

Ballyhaise man, shame on you :D Your name is as gaeilge bealathaheis

A couple of ye have gotten the Draft Kits from me. If anyone else wants one let me know. (You have to pay for them , but there's no point in everyone doing that, I can just forward them on gratis :D )

Quote from: AZOffaly on August 15, 2007, 03:28:26 PM
Ballyhaise man, shame on you :D Your name is as gaeilge bealathaheis

A couple of ye have gotten the Draft Kits from me. If anyone else wants one let me know. (You have to pay for them , but there's no point in everyone doing that, I can just forward them on gratis :D )

Thanks AZ :D

AZ you have PM !!

go to NFL.com and the site should help out the newbies and others.

there is a fantasy section that will make your head spin with all the info.

ok newbie question - wats a draft kit and why should i need it?

plus i might hav to rely on the autodraft as well, as some ppl actually do work on friday afternoon!  :P

fntn,

the draft kit shows rankings and stats for the position players ie running backs, quarterbacks and the others.

You might want to readjust your pre rankings to reflect what positions you want drafted first.

Hint RB's will be at a premium.

rite, i think i'll draft that guy michael vick. i hear he's pretty good

He's gone to the dogs lately

you'd get dogs abuse if you drafted vick

Right, can someone do draft for dummies....haven't a notion.

is dan marino still playin?

new to this fantasy football but looking forward to the new season.I have a ( probably) stupid question to ask but when you look at the players stats they show average pick and average round peyton manning for e.g has an average pick of 6 what does this mean?

Quote from: the Deel Rover on August 18, 2007, 10:12:46 AM
new to this fantasy football but looking forward to the new season.I have a ( probably) stupid question to ask but when you look at the players stats they show average pick and average round peyton manning for e.g has an average pick of 6 what does this mean?

Peyton is usually in the top 8 picks of the first round. I believe we have twenty teams, so a players average pick is going to be a little askew as to the realation of a twenty team format. Pick the best ranked position at your slot then fill in your needs (position players)
with your remaining slots.

You can draft 5 of the top QB but you can only start 2 at a time. So fill in your team with higher ranking positions the the rest will be sorted out.

BIG HINT - Look at the league's format of scoring and players you must start in a game and base your picks on a starting team taking the field.

Don't forget Friday lads. And don't forget to 'Test Your System' for the live draft.

PM me your email address there...

Hi All,

Flairgun has dropped out, as he is unable to give the commitment needed so there is ONE spot up for grabs. First person to reply here gets it...... I know there was a couple of you interested and we NEED 20 players or we can't draft...

can u send me the draft kit as well?

PM me your email address.

Any takers for flairgun's spot??? Spread the word, we need 1.

AZ I will take it

Good man Rossie. I'll free up the space in the league. Sent you a PM there...

Right lads, if Rossie joins up we are good to go again. 3 days, 5 hours and 15 minutes to draft time :D

Lads Rossie made a very astute observation that the Colts - Saints game is on Thursday night!!!! Any objections if I try to move the draft up 1 day? Sorry about the confusion and late notice!

Change of plan. If we want to include the Thursday game, the draft needs to be tomorrow!!!. I've moved it provisionally. Any objections?

Tomorrow actually suits me a lot better. Would have had to pre-order otherwise and that would have spelled disaster

Quote from: AZOffaly on August 28, 2007, 09:07:40 AM
Change of plan. If we want to include the Thursday game, the draft needs to be tomorrow!!!. I've moved it provisionally. Any objections?

What time tomorrow AZ?

3 PM. Everybody should have received an email from me via Yahoo.

I haven't received any negative feedback to the date/time change, so it's set for 3pm tomorrow.

lads, who has the rights to the NFL in Ireland?setanta dont seem to have it?

Sky Sports would have it

Hurl has kindly informed me that this week is a pre-season game. Still I suppose we'll go ahead with tomorrow.

Quote from: AZOffaly on August 28, 2007, 07:22:49 PM
Hurl has kindly informed me that this week is a pre-season game. Still I suppose we'll go ahead with tomorrow.

Did I?

i think that was me

AZ i have forgotten my Username, password etc for logging in !! Please help.

Quote from: Balboa on August 28, 2007, 09:12:11 PM
AZ i have forgotten my Username, password etc for logging in !! Please help.

Disregard AZ, everything is under control !

What do ye reckon lads?

go ahead today or friday?

It's today turk....

Quote from: AZOffaly on August 29, 2007, 10:40:11 AM
It's today turk....

How long should it take AZ as like most people i am at work.

there is one more spot in the res dubs league if anyone is interested. draft tonight.

Attc is already there.

I'm at work myself :) depends on how many people participate live, and how quick they are to make their selections. I would appeal to anyone who starts the draft live to make sure they click the I am away button if they have to leave. Your Auto Rankings will take over until you return, but we won't have to wait 30 seconds for every pick you will make.

seems like a few people had bother getting into the live draft room - I know of 3 anyway

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 04:40:57 PM
seems like a few people had bother getting into the live draft room - I know of 3 anyway

Aye i had no joy at all, gave up in the end.

I get the feeling I may wish I'd used the autopick...

Quote from: heganboy on August 29, 2007, 04:50:22 PM
I get the feeling I may wish I'd used the autopick...

Who got LT?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 04:40:57 PM
seems like a few people had bother getting into the live draft room - I know of 3 anyway

I managed to get in twice, the first time it froze after a few minutes and I had to cancel out of it, and the second time it was loading way to slowly so had to leave it.

Faithful Turfmen

QB Carson Palmer
QB Jake Delhomme
WR Chris Chambers
WR Eddie Kennison
WR Reggie Williams
RB Maurice Jones-Drew
RB DeShaun Foster
TE Todd Heap
W/T Ben Troupe
W/R Michael Pittman
K Jason Elam
DEF Dallas
D Bruce Thornton

Curragh Rams

QB Peyton Manning
QB Marc Bulger
WR Deion Branch
WR Joey Galloway
WR Demetrius Williams
RB Leon Washington
RB Ron Dayne
TE David Martin
W/T Rod Smith
W/R Sammy Morris
K Adam Vinatieri
DEF New England
D Dan Klecko

Ardboe Astros

QB Matt Leinart
QB Charlie Frye
WR Steve Smith
WR Lee Evans
WR Amani Toomer
RB Chris Henry
RB Dominic Rhodes
TE Jeremy Shockey
W/T Nate Burleson
W/R Mike Bell
K Rian Lindell
DEF Buffalo
D Ellis Hobbs

Mayo Mafiosi

QB Vince Young
QB Steve McNair
WR Terry Glenn
WR Mark Clayton
WR Drew Carter
RB Marion Barber III
RB Curtis Martin
TE Ben Patrick
W/T Joe Jurevicius
W/R Roscoe Parrish
K Stephen Gostkowski
DEF Baltimore
D Troy Polamalu

hegans helmets

QB Tony Romo
QB Ben Roethlisberger
WR Marvin Harrison
WR Jacoby Jones
WR Antwaan Randle El
RB Willis McGahee
RB Jerious Norwood
TE Daniel Graham
W/T Bo Scaife
W/R LenDale White
K Jay Feely
DEF Jacksonville
D Duane Starks

Monsters of Midway

QB Jon Kitna
QB Rex Grossman
WR Laveranues Coles
WR Matt Jones
WR Wes Welker
RB Rudi Johnson
RB Clinton Portis
TE Dallas Clark
W/T Bethel Johnson
W/R Marshawn Lynch
K Mike Nugent
DEF Minnesota
D Shawne Merriman

Lurgan Langers

QB Matt Hasselbeck
QB Eli Manning
WR Devin Hester
WR Bobby Wade
WR Michael Clayton
RB Shaun Alexander
RB Kevin Jones
TE Alge Crumpler
W/T Randy McMichael
W/R Michael Turner
K David Akers
DEF New York
D Michael Waddell

Red Hand Helmets

QB JaMarcus Russell
QB Derek Anderson
WR Roy Williams
WR Darrell Jackson
WR Devery Henderson
RB Frank Gore
RB Thomas Jones
TE L.J. Smith
W/T Brandon Marshall
W/R Fred Taylor
K Josh Scobee
DEF Denver
D Chris Johnson

Craigyhill Terrors

QB Philip Rivers
QB Matt Schaub
WR Santana Moss
WR Chris Henry
WR Peerless Price
RB LaDainian Tomlinson
RB Adrian Peterson
TE Marcus Pollard
W/T Chris Baker
W/R Reuben Droughns
K Olindo Mare
DEF Miami
D Andre Woolfolk

Sydneys Sailors

QB Kurt Warner
QB Tim Rattay
WR Marques Colston
WR Santonio Holmes
WR Isaac Bruce
RB Joseph Addai
RB DeAngelo Williams
TE Antonio Gates
W/T Drew Bennett
W/R Ladell Betts
K Shayne Graham
DEF San Francisco
D Donnie Nickey

Galway Impactplayers

QB Jake Plummer
QB Michael Vick
WR Larry Fitzgerald
WR Randy Moss
WR Hines Ward
RB Reggie Bush
RB Vernand Morency
TE Kellen Winslow
W/T Ronald Curry
W/R Marty Booker
K Jason Hanson
DEF St. Louis
D Champ Bailey

L'Esprit de Biff

QB Jason Campbell
QB David Garrard
WR Torry Holt
WR Javon Walker
WR Donald Driver
RB Travis Henry
RB Brandon Jackson
TE Eric Johnson
W/T Vincent Jackson
W/R Muhsin Muhammad
K Josh Brown
DEF Philadelphia
D Brian Kelly

Cleveland Steamers

QB Jeff Garcia
QB David Carr
WR Chad Johnson
WR Anquan Boldin
WR Plaxico Burress
RB Brian Westbrook
RB Chester Taylor
TE Benjamin Watson
W/T D.J. Hackett
W/R Derrick Mason
K Neil Rackers
DEF Oakland
D Mike Vrabel

Lummox Squad 57

QB J.P. Losman
QB Chad Pennington
WR Calvin Johnson
WR Dwayne Bowe
WR Mike Furrey
RB Brandon Jacobs
RB Cedric Benson
TE Vernon Davis
W/T Heath Miller
W/R Ahman Green
K Rob Bironas
DEF Arizona
D Charles Woodson

O'Neill's Chargers

QB Brett Favre
QB Mark Brunell
WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh
WR Reggie Wayne
WR Troy Williamson
RB Steven Jackson
RB Julius Jones
TE Jason Witten
W/T Michael Jenkins
W/R Tatum Bell
K Nate Kaeding
DEF Seattle
D Mark Simoneau

mayo warriors

QB Donovan McNabb
QB Tom Brady
WR Reggie Brown
WR Eric Parker
WR Ashley Lelie
RB Kevin Faulk
RB Brian Leonard
TE Greg Olsen
W/T Jerramy Stevens
W/R Anthony Thomas
K Robbie Gould
DEF Chicago
D Justin Miller

Bet with Paddy Power

QB Trent Green
QB Daunte Culpepper
WR Terrell Owens
WR Andre Johnson
WR Jerricho Cotchery
RB Ronnie Brown
RB Jamal Lewis
TE Tony Scheffler
W/T Jerry Porter
W/R LaMont Jordan
K Joe Nedney
DEF Pittsburgh
D Curtis Deloatch

BallyhaiseBroncos

QB Jay Cutler
QB Joey Harrington
WR Kevin Curtis
WR Anthony Gonzalez
WR Craig Davis
RB Larry Johnson
RB Warrick Dunn
TE Tony Gonzalez
W/T Kevin Walter
W/R --empty--
K John Kasay
DEF San Diego
D Aaron Kampman

shane oneills

QB Byron Leftwich
QB Kyle Boller
WR Braylon Edwards
WR Greg Jennings
WR Joe Horn
RB Laurence Maroney
RB Edgerrin James
TE Chris Cooley
W/T Brandon Jones
W/R Carnell Williams
K Jeff Wilkins
DEF Green Bay
D Terence Newman

Ruthless Rossies

QB Drew Brees
QB Alex Smith
WR Donte' Stallworth
WR Bernard Berrian
WR Arnaz Battle
RB Willie Parker
RB Deuce McAllister
TE Owen Daniels
W/T Desmond Clark
W/R Correll Buckhalter
K Matt Stover
DEF Carolina
D Terrence McGee

Round 1
1.    LaDainian Tomlinson    Craigyhill T...
2.    Steven Jackson    O'Neill's Ch...
3.    Shaun Alexander    Lurgan Langers
4.    Larry Johnson    BallyhaiseBr...
5.    Peyton Manning    Curragh Rams
6.    Joseph Addai    Sydneys Sailors
7.    Frank Gore    Red Hand Hel...
8.    Rudi Johnson    Monsters of ...
9.    Willie Parker    Ruthless Ros...
10.    Laurence Maroney    shane oneills
11.    Steve Smith    Ardboe Astros
12.    Brian Westbrook    Cleveland St...
13.    Reggie Bush    Galway Impac...
14.    Travis Henry    L'Esprit de ...
15.    Ronnie Brown    Bet with Pad...
16.    Willis McGahee    hegans helmets
17.    Marion Barber III    Mayo Mafiosi
18.    Donovan McNabb    mayo warriors
19.    Maurice Jones-Drew    Faithful Tur...
20.    Brandon Jacobs    Lummox Squad 57

just waived Cedric Houston,if any of youse want him.

I dont seem to have a starting QB !

when can we start picking players up from waivers as i need a replacement,i know i am way down the list in waive preference though :'(

ah well it was worth it for the 4th overall pick.

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on August 29, 2007, 05:03:35 PM
when can we start picking players up from waivers as i need a replacement,i know i am way down the list in waive preference though :'(

ah well it was worth it for the 4th overall pick.

whats the story with waivers Ballyhaise man i have 4 what does that mean?

QuoteArdboe Astros

QB Matt Leinart
QB Charlie Frye
WR Steve Smith
WR Lee Evans
WR Amani Toomer
RB Chris Henry
RB Dominic Rhodes
TE Jeremy Shockey
W/T Nate Burleson
W/R Mike Bell
K Rian Lindell
DEF Buffalo
D Ellis Hobbs

Sweet suffering Jesus - Charlie f**king Frye

Quotejust waived Cedric Houston,if any of youse want him.

Well - seeing as he's quit the NFL - I don't think I'll bother

Quote from: the Deel Rover on August 29, 2007, 05:06:54 PM

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on August 29, 2007, 05:03:35 PM
when can we start picking players up from waivers as i need a replacement,i know i am way down the list in waive preference though :'(

ah well it was worth it for the 4th overall pick.

whats the story with waivers Ballyhaise man i have 4 what does that mean?

It means if you want to pick a player up off waivers - you are in the 4th best position - but if someone who is 1st, 2nd or 3rd in priority - they'll get him before you

Quote from: the Deel Rover on August 29, 2007, 05:06:54 PM

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on August 29, 2007, 05:03:35 PM
when can we start picking players up from waivers as i need a replacement,i know i am way down the list in waive preference though :'(

ah well it was worth it for the 4th overall pick.

whats the story with waivers Ballyhaise man i have 4 what does that mean?

i think that means you have the 4th choice out of about 20 for picking up players,
you get preference over the teams with 5th choice all the way down.
you get to take advantage of stupid f**kers like me,messing around with their rosters.  :D

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 05:07:18 PM

QuoteArdboe Astros

QB Matt Leinart
QB Charlie Frye
WR Steve Smith
WR Lee Evans
WR Amani Toomer
RB Chris Henry
RB Dominic Rhodes
TE Jeremy Shockey
W/T Nate Burleson
W/R Mike Bell
K Rian Lindell
DEF Buffalo
D Ellis Hobbs

Sweet suffering Jesus - Charlie f**king Frye

Quotejust waived Cedric Houston,if any of youse want him.

Well - seeing as he's quit the NFL - I don't think I'll bother

Charlie Frye is to the NFL what Aids were to West Africa, Quinn will be starting by Week 3 i would think.

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 05:07:18 PM

QuoteArdboe Astros

QB Matt Leinart
QB Charlie Frye
WR Steve Smith
WR Lee Evans
WR Amani Toomer
RB Chris Henry
RB Dominic Rhodes
TE Jeremy Shockey
W/T Nate Burleson
W/R Mike Bell
K Rian Lindell
DEF Buffalo
D Ellis Hobbs

Sweet suffering Jesus - Charlie f**king Frye

Quotejust waived Cedric Houston,if any of youse want him.

Well - seeing as he's quit the NFL - I don't think I'll bother

he quit the NFL :o

Yep

QuoteThe Sports Xchange reports that Jets coach Eric Mangini was asked if Cedric Houston might return to the Jets. Houston quit the team one day before camp began. Mangini implied strongly that door was closed, partly because Houston isn't interested in coming back. "Cedric made a personal decision, which I respect," he said.
(Updated 08/20/2007).

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 05:11:36 PM
Yep

QuoteThe Sports Xchange reports that Jets coach Eric Mangini was asked if Cedric Houston might return to the Jets. Houston quit the team one day before camp began. Mangini implied strongly that door was closed, partly because Houston isn't interested in coming back. "Cedric made a personal decision, which I respect," he said.
(Updated 08/20/2007).

suprising as he was a good player.

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 29, 2007, 05:08:24 PM

Quote from: the Deel Rover on August 29, 2007, 05:06:54 PM

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on August 29, 2007, 05:03:35 PM
when can we start picking players up from waivers as i need a replacement,i know i am way down the list in waive preference though :'(

ah well it was worth it for the 4th overall pick.

whats the story with waivers Ballyhaise man i have 4 what does that mean?

It means if you want to pick a player up off waivers - you are in the 4th best position - but if someone who is 1st, 2nd or 3rd in priority - they'll get him before you

thanks for that lads

worst. draft. ever.

waivers starts off being the reverse of the draft order, i.e. the 20th pick in the draft gets first waiver preference, 1st pick in the draft is 20th preference

I'm quietly confident :) the turfmen have a more balanced look about them this year. and no Cardinals :D

I need a starting QB, cant see Warner or Rattay seeing much gametime this year. AZ are you interested in the former shelfstacker Warner??

Quote from: Balboa on August 29, 2007, 09:07:18 PM
I need a starting QB, cant see Warner or Rattay seeing much gametime this year. AZ are you interested in the former shelfstacker Warner??

With only 32 teams, getting a starting QB was/is important for the draft/season.

Look at the qb's in Oakland, Buffalo, Jacksonville there is a chance the 2nd or 3rd string guys might be starting there by week 6.

I needed Greise as a backup for Rex but someone grabbed him   Bastard >:(


By week 4 alot of no name players are going to leading certain positions in fantasy points so pay attention to the waiver wire.

Quote from: DrinkingHarp on August 30, 2007, 03:32:20 AM

Look at the qb's in Buffalo

JP Losman will be THE breakout QB performer this season

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 30, 2007, 03:36:01 AM

Quote from: DrinkingHarp on August 30, 2007, 03:32:20 AM

Look at the qb's in Buffalo

JP Losman will be THE breakout QB performer this season

You are killing me Gabe >:( >:( >:(

If anyone is going to have a breakout year it will either be Culpepper, Harrington or Green.

is donavan mc nabb fit to start the season?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 30, 2007, 03:36:01 AM

Quote from: DrinkingHarp on August 30, 2007, 03:32:20 AM

Look at the qb's in Buffalo

JP Losman will be THE breakout QB performer this season

Vick may have a breakout season.......from the local penitentiary.  ;D  ;D  ;D

took a gamble on Hester as a WR this year. how do you think he'll do?

im in another draft with friends of mine later. I have 3rd pick, assuming jackson & LT go the first 2 picks who should I go for and why.

Larry Johnson
F Gore
S Alexander

depending on how your league scores Manning may be a better pick, if there are a lot of points for tds thrown and yards thrown then he's a very good bet. In a lot of leagues he is the number 2 pick

Quote from: heganboy on August 31, 2007, 04:21:43 PM
depending on how your league scores Manning may be a better pick, if there are a lot of points for tds thrown and yards thrown then he's a very good bet. In a lot of leagues he is the number 2 pick

Rather skip Manning, pts scoing system doesnt suit him that well, think of alexander at this stage

Gore is injured

so either Alexander or LJ.

Take Manning now Big scorer! Alexander and Johnson both coming back from injury!

Johnson was a hold out  and Alexander will be spectacular this season

Drinking Harp

i have Griese in our fantasy league,

want to trade?  ;)

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on August 31, 2007, 10:26:22 PM
Drinking Harp

i have Griese in our fantasy league,

want to trade?  ;)

sent you an offer

Byron Leftwich been cut by the Jaguars

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on August 31, 2007, 10:43:42 PM
Byron Leftwich been cut by the Jaguars

Loan shark makes out like a bandit.

Projected Scores for Week 1 (winner in bold)

shane oneills  77.87  Ardboe Astros 89.79
Curragh Rams 94.62   Faithful Turfmen 87.49
BallyhaiseBroncos 71.95  Mayo Mafiosi 77.32
Bet with Paddy Power 100.34   hegans helmets 95.59
mayo warriors 68.32  Crossmaglen Hitmen 80.98
O'Neill's Chargers 92.34   Lurgan Langers 82.73
Lummox Squad 57 97.53   Red Hand Helmets 83.86
Cleveland Steamers 94.54   Craigyhill Terrors 95.07
L'Esprit de Biff 93.33   Sydneys Sailors 76.18
Ruthless Rossies 100.61   Galway Impactplayers 85.55

Been ridiculously flat out with work for the last age, haven't even seen my team until now. Didn't get to look at my draft or anything. It does appear though that with no backup quarterback that was rather a lucky break.

So who is Sydney Sailors? Antonio Gates has been on l'Esprit de Biff for the two years so far - would love to trade him on board. I'll be happy to pay a premium to do so, as it were.

Gotta have some tradition!!

Who needs a starting QB?

Josh McCown (QB Raiders) has been named starting QB. I have 2 QB starters with a backup but need a GOOD WR in exchange. Hurry before the weekend game starts.

Bumpage as the season starts tonight

Brees with minus pts... woeful start

Anthony Gonzalez third receiver with 0.00, jaysus i thought the colts would use him a bit.

and Terence Cooper Return man with Saints 0.00

not a good start

is it too late to join in.

about 2 months to late im afraid

The butterflies are starting.

Great to have Sunday nights full again now that the GAA is coming to an end on TV.

Go Skins go.

Moss and Brady are really working well together. Peyton Manning was brilliant on thursday. Colts were brilliant to be more percise.

Dolphins :'( :'( :'(

I see the Browns were......well the Browns today. Only consolation Santonia Holmes (Pitt) got me a TD for my fantasy team.

Anyone watching the Bears Vs Chargers game. its a bloody good game, low scoring tho. 3rd Quarter 3-0 to Bears. Its like a home game almost for them, almost as many Bears fans in San Diego. Tomlinson isnt breaking out much. Although he was a knee lenght short of a TD. Bears then got the ball on a fumbled snap even tho they were offside. still its a great game with 2 awesome D's. not a game thats gonna give anyone many points on fantasy tho.

Vince Young would have been a good pick up this week, threw and ran in a few TDs.
Big Ben would be another,

Wow chargers just got the ball again from one of their own punts. this game is just going back and forward. watch it.


Edit, 11:20
LaDanian Tomlinson THROWS a touchdown. oh my god. to Antonio Gates. this game is legendary.

Gates just got me a TD !!!

LaDanian Tomlinson is a legend!! He makes it look so easy. Wasnt having great game on the ground by his usual standards albeit against one of the best D's in the NFL, so he throws a TD and then later runs in after making guys miss in the backfield runs through a tackle and high steps into the endzone. Chargers are looking awesome. Man i love NFL, cant wait for October 28th, got my chance to pick up some tickets this Wednesday.

Anyone looking for a Defence. I have Indianapolis (25 points this week) and the Ravens. Would consider exchange for a WR, RB or T/E.

Good first weekend. I'll do up a commentary soon.

AZ- can you hang off until tonights games?

Sorry Hegenboy, I'll be doing an update tomorrow, but I always do a Monday Morning roundup.


Well the first weekend of the new season has come and gone, and with 2 games left tonight there are some crackers underway in our Fantasy season 1. Pride of place must go to the match between Bet With Paddy Power (Dodgy Corporate sponsorship there! :) ) and Hegan's Helmets with a mighty 265 points between them. Great stuff lads.

Anyway, here we go.

Curragh Rams 86.45 - 52.47 The Faithful Turfmen
The Rams got of to a screaming start in this tie as Peyton Manning (QB - IND) amassed 25.76 points on Thurday night against the Saints by way of 288 yards through the air and 3 TD passes. Marc Bulger (QB-STL) chipped in with 10.24 points (167 yds - 1 TD) last night and this strong performance from the QB position has given the Rams a good base to build from. With 114 yards returning, Leon Washington (RB - NYJ) added a valuable 11.45 points and Adam Vinatieri (K-IND 11 points) and the New England Defence (15 points) have helped to set a good target. All is not lost for the Turfmen though, despite an abysmal performance from Wade Philips' new defence in Dallas. 35 points conceded with a return of minus 1 point is a shocking start for a 'top' defence, and puts the Turfmen in a poor position to make up the ground needed tonight. Having said that, Jake Delhomme (QB - CAR) with 22.62 points from 201 yards and 3 TDs has kept them in with a slight chance, and while no-one else has managed to break the 10 point barrier, they remain in striking distance, albeit with an outside chance as Carson Palmer (QB - CIN), Todd Heap (TE-BAL) and Adrian Wilson (DB - ARI) are in action tonight. The Rams will look to Ravens wide receiver Demetrius Williams to keep the Turfmen at arms length.

shane oneills 43.70 - 81.03 Ardboe Astros
I'm sure the Astros manager will have more important things on his mind this with the tragic news from Ardboe over the weekend, so I think I'll pass on the commentary here. RIP young Patrick Devlin.

Ballyhaise Broncos 69.01 - 64.41 Mayo Mafiosi
Despite being 5 points behind here, the Mafiosi are surely in the driving seat with 4 players yet to perform against a fully utilised Broncos team. The Broncos had good strong outings from Jay Cutler (Den - QB) with 14.98 points from 304 yards and a TD and also from the Chargers Defence who amassed 21 points against the toothless Bears.It was low scoring after that from the Broncos, and they are primed to be overtaken by the Mafiosi. The Mayo men seem to have overcome a poor outing from Vince Young (QB-TEN) who only contributed 6.66 points to the total, despite running in a score himself, as good performances from Drew Carter (CAR - WR, 2 TDs, 14.45 points), Marion Barber III (RB - DAL, 65 yds, 1 TD, 11.20 points) and Roscoe Parrish (WR - BUF, 88 return yards, 1 TD, 14.55 points) have put them in position to win the game with Steve McNair (QB - BAL), Mark Clayton (WR - BAL), Kenny Watson (RB - CIN) and the Baltimore Defence all to get a run out tonight.

hegan's helmets 132.37 - 133.35 Bet with Paddy Power
Undisputedly the clash of the week with 2 fantastic performances, and it is still in the balance going into tonight's game. The bookies hold a slender 0.98 point lead, but both sides will consider themselve hugely unfortunate to lose out in this battle that would have done justice to the Superbowl final itself. Where to begin? Well for Paddy Power there were 6 positions who topped 10 points, and by some distance in a lot of cases. Plexico Burress, the hitherto wildly inconsistant ex-Steeler, now a feature at Wide Reciever for the Giants had a wonderful night, scoring 31.20 points from 144 yards receiving and 3 TD catches. He was ably backed up by his ex-teammates at Pittsburgh as their 'D' added 23 points with 5 turnovers. Oakland RB Lamont Jordan joined the party with 18.45 points from 70 rushing yards and a TD to go with 89 receiving yards, while Andre Johnson (WR-HOU) had a not too shabby 17.10 points with 142 yards and a TD. The man with more baggage than one of the new Airbuses can hold, Terrell Owens (WR - DAL) got his season off to a great start with 2 TDS on 87 yards receiving for 17.85 points, while Trent Green's (QB - MIA) 10.38 points off 219 yards and a TD were not great but every point helps in a close game like this. Reading through that impressive list of stats, you have to wonder why this is not a blow-out, but huge credit is due to the helmets, who have answered every question. Plexico Burress would be wondering why he is not the MVP of the tie, but Tony Romo (QB - DAL) had a sensational night to top the Giants wideout. The Cowboys slinger threw for 345 yards and 4 TDs, while rushing for one himself to give a giant total of 39.45 points, and but for an INT would have topped the 40 mark. If he was brilliant, Ben Roethlisberger (QB-PIT) was only slightly less so, as his 27.32 points from 161 yards and 4 TDs gave a combined QB tally of 66.77. Impressive by any standards. The production in the rest of the helmets was not quite as stellar, but Indy Wide Receiver Marvin Harrison chipped in with 12.15 points, while another ex-Steeler receiver Antwoine Randle El (WR - WAS) added 15.60 points. Tha Jacksonville Defence added 11 points to leave the game very delicately poised going into tonight's games. Willis McGahee (RB - BAL) will be trying to produce a big night in Cincinnatti for the helmets, but 49er kicker Joe Nedney faces his old Cardinal teammates in San Francisco tonight as well, and will be hoping to keep the scoreboard ticking over for the Bet with Paddy Power squad. Losing this will be a kick in the teeth, but the victor could well be set up for the season.

Crossmaglen Hitmen 125.98 - 55.37 Mayo Warriors
The first real blow out of the season is in progress here, as the Warriors are struggling, despite a moderately decent total, against a powerful opening from the Hitmen. Jon Kitna (QB-DET) had a big night with 23.13 points from 3 TDs and 289 yards, although his old failing of passing to the wrong colour jersey also came back to haunt him with 2 INTs.The Vikings proved what a powerful weapon a good Defence is, posting 36 points, while Laverneus Coles (WR - NYJ, 59 yds, 2TD, 18.45 points), Wes Welker (WR-NE, 61 yards, 1 TD, 12.35 points) and Clinton Portis (RB -WAS, 98 yards, 1 TD, 11.40 points) all contributed handsomely to the total. The Warriors did have high points in the ever-reliable Tom Brady (QB-NE, 297 yards, 3 TDs, 26.14 points) and the Bears Defence (11 points) but an overall lack of scoring threat has cost them. The Hitmen will send two point producers in Rudi Johnson (RB - CIN) and Neil Rackers (K-ARI) into action tonight, while the Warriors cannot hope that Ashley Lelie (WR - SF) will produce anything other than a slight dent in the deficit.

Lurgan Langers 76.38 - 80.87 O'Neill's Chargers
Another close encounter here should see, barring absolute disaster, a good win for the Chargers in the season opener at the expense of a game Langers side. The heroics of Eli Manning (QB-NYG, 312 yards, 4 TDs, 32.34 points) look to be in vain, as only Matt Hasselbeck (QB-SEA, 222, 1 TD, 10.79) and teammate Shaun Alexander (RB - SEA, 105, 1TD, 14.85) stood up to the mark in a meaningful way, and the big let down was the performance of the minus 4 point New York Jet defence. With the Langers all done, the Chargers only need to not self-destruct to ensure the win, as they lead by 4+ points with TJ Houshmandzadeh (WR - CIN) still to play. Unless TJ has a nightmare night with fumbles, then the Langers will be able to pull of a rare feat, winning a high enough scoring game while getting next to nothing from the QB position. Brett Favre (QB-GB) did play on a winning side, and threw for 206 yards, but no TDs, 1 INT and 1 fumble lost gave him a nett total of only 0.02 points, while Mark Brunell (QB -WAS) was inactive for Sunday's game. Overcoming that start meant that others would have to pick up the slack, and Reggie Wayne (WR-IND, 115, 2 TD, 21.25), Jason Witten (TE-DAL, 116, 1 TD, 16.80) Tatum Bell (RB - DET, 87, 1 TD, 12.65 points) and the Seahawks Defence (19 points) did just that to all but guarantee the perfect start for the Chargers.

Red Hand Helmets 39.45 - 59.05 Lummox Squad 57
Given the fact that no real standout performers are left for either side, and on the basis that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, the 57 squad will be relatively comfortable going into the final games of week 1 with a 19+ point lead for what would be a significant opening day victory over the reigning GAABoard Superbowl champs. There were no really stellar performances in this fairly low scoring encounter, but that will matter not to the Lummoxes if they hold on for a precious 1-0 start to the season. As you may imagine in such a tally, neither team got much in the way of production from their QB positions, with a grand total of minus 0.5 between all 4 QBs.The Lummox Squad actually 'tallied' all of those points as JP Losman of Buffalo was the star QB on show with a measly 0.59 points, while his counterpart in Kansas City, Damon Huard, hurt the Lummoxes with a return of minus .64. Calvin Johnson (WR - DET, 70, 1 TD, 11.50 points) and the Washington Defence (11 points) did the significant scoring for the Lummox Squad, but they can thank their lucky stars that the Helmets had no option but to turn out 2 backup QBs, who had no game time. Brandon Marshall (WR-DEN, 11.60 points) did his best for the Helmets, but he was sorely lacking any meaningful backup. There are 3 Helmets in action tonight, Darrel JAckson (WR-SF), Frank Gore (RB -SF) and Baltimore DB B.J. Sams, but barring a very strong night from Gore or Jackson, the Lummoxes should have enough in hand, especially with Bryant Johnson (WR-ARI) and Vernon Davies (TE-SF) also on duty to add a little breathing room.

Craigyhill Terrors 89.50 - 35.70 Cleveland Steamers
A solid if unspectacular start from the Terrors looks to have given them an unassailable lead even though the Steamers have 3 scoring positions to count tonight. Nothing overly impressive from the Terrors, but nice solid all round scoring was the name of the game, although LeDanian Tomlinson (RB - SD) did overcome a quiet enough start to the Bears game to post 19.64 points on 25 yards rushing with 1 TD, to go with 51 receiving yards, and also a 17 yard TD pass. Adrian Peterson (RB - MIN) had a nice showing with 103 yards rushing, and a 60 yard TD reception for a total of 17.75 points, but that was the extent of the 10 point plus gang. The Steamers cannot even match that, with only Brian Westbrook (RB - PHI, 85 yards rushing, 46 receiving, 10.05 points) breaking the 10 point barrier. The QB situation in this matchup was also poor, but while Schaub and Jackson, in Houston and Minnesota respectively,at least managed to contribute 16 odd points between them, Charlie Batch (QB - PIT) and Daunte Culpepper (QB - OAK) had minus 0.05 points in total. As both are backups, it is some feat to even contribute minus points, but Batch rushed for -1 yard to do the damage. The Steamers will cling to the hope that Anquin Boldin (WR -ARI), Chad Johnson (WR-CIN) and Derrick Mason (WR-BAL) can haul them back into it,but even though that is an impressive triumvarate on paper, 54 points is a big target for any 3 people. Nonetheless, the fat lady, while warming up, is not singing the Terror's fight song just yet.

Sydney's Sailors 59.15 - 95.62 L'Esprit de Biff
The most consistant team (winners in 05, runners up in 06) of the GAABoard look set fair for another smooth start as they hold a 38 point lead heading into the last day of week one, thanks to a solid performance across the team, without any real standout performances. Torry Holt (WR-STL, 73, 1Td, 13.65 points) top scored for the Biffs, and was assisted by David Garrard (QB-JAX - 204 yards, 1 TD, 11.28 points), Jevon Walker (WR - DEN, 119, 12.45 points), Travis Henry (RB - DEN, 139, 12.65 points), Chris Brown (RB - TEN, 175, 13.40 points) and the Eagles Defence (10 points). The Sailors responded through top scoring Antonio Gates (TE- SD, 107, 1 TD, 17.85 points), Joseph Addai (RB - IND, 118, 1 TD, 16.65 points) and Santonio Holmes (WR - PIT, 55, 1 TD, 10.30 points) but are struggling to overcome a likely 0 point return from the QB position as Kurt Warner will be backup QB for Arizona, while Tim Rattay is not going to feature in Tennessee. There is still an outside chance for the Sailors, as Shayne Graham (K - CIN) and the San Francisco Defence will play tonight, and big nights from both may just reel in the fully totalled Biffs, unlikely as it may seem at the moment.

Galway Impactplayers 87.95 - 46.64 Ruthless Rossies
The all Connacht battle between the Impactplayers and the Rossies seems set to come down on the side of the tribesmen, as they hold a healthy 41 point lead heading into the Monday night games, and even though the Rossies have 3 potentially high scorers in Alex Smith (QB - SF), Arnaz Battle (WR - SF) and Matt Stover (K-BAL) on duty, the Impactplayers send one of the premier receivers in Larry Fitzgerald (WR-ARI) and that may be enough. With 3 QBs having played thus far, it is another story of two teams trying to win in spite of, rather than because of, the play of the signal callers. The Impactplayers have done well to chalk up 87 points with neither QB featuring at all, while the Rossies will be cursing the performance of Drew Brees (QB - NO). Hailed as one of the top triggermen in the game, Brees' thursday night performance (192 yards, 0 TDs, 2 INTS, 1 Fumble, minus 1.36 points) will have had the coach tearing his hair out, and seriously undermined his team's chances of getting off to a 1-0 start. In fact, thus far, only the Carolina Defence (12 points) and Terrence McGee (DB - BUF, 5 tackles, 3 passes defended, 13.10 points including return yardage) managed to break the 10 point mark. The Impactplayers were much more solid out the field as Randy Moss (WR-NE) turned on the style in his debut for the Patriots with 183 yards and a TD for 23.65 points. Also prominent for the ImpactPlayers were Ronald Curry (WR-OAK, 133, 1 TD, 19.65 points), Hines Ward (WR - PIT, 51, 1 TD, 10.05 points) and Jason Hanson (K-DET, 14 points). It's not over just yet, but all indicators would point to the Impact players holding on to go 1-0 on the new season.


Final results tomorrow.....

on second thought that was great
Good work fella!

Can I just confirm that I'm O'Neills Chargers and not shaneoneills. May be paranoid here but is there a chance that this is a dud team (going by the username)- have they been active?

Quote from: ONeill on September 10, 2007, 03:29:53 PM
Can I just confirm that I'm O'Neills Chargers and not shaneoneills. May be paranoid here but is there a chance that this is a dud team (going by the username)- have they been active?

Has your multitude of usernames/aliases/accounts caught you out O'Neill?

22 points from one of my Defensive Players  :o :o :o :o

It's still up in the air yet - I've got Leinart going tonight - but the other fella - *cough* O'Neill - has Kyle Boller and Edgerrin James up on tap tonight

So week 1 is over, and some people are off to a flyer, while others (ahem) are already playing catchup. Full rundown below.

Curragh Rams 86.45 - 75.80 The Faithful Turfmen
Rams Coach Dinny Breen pulled off a very risky stroke last night, in an attempt to copperfasten his lead over the Faithful Turfmen. With a 34 point lead, and facing 3 scoring positions to come, as against one of his own, he controversially dropped Ravens Wide Receiver Demetrius Williams, doubtless fearing fumblitis from his Wideman. As it turned out the gamble was unnecessary, but paid off, as despite Williams 4.25 points not counting, the Turfmen fell 10+ points short in the comeback attempt. Carson Palmer (QB - CIN) had a decent night with 194 yards and 2 TDs for 15.88 points, but Todd Heap (TE-BAL) and Adrian Wilson (DB - ARI) were unable to procure quite enough to make the Rams regret the benching of Williams. So 1-0 for the Rams, while the Turfmen again face a 0-1 start.

shane oneills 54.68 - 86.82 Ardboe Astros
No commentary here, but a good start for the Astros against a possible phantom team.

Ballyhaise Broncos 69.01 - 75.97 Mayo Mafiosi
The Mafiosi went on to gain their expected comeback win last night, albeit in unconvincing fashion as Steve McNair (QB - BAL) had a nightmare with minus 3.44 points on the night, which set the target a bit higher for the other 3. Then Mark Clayton (WR - BAL) and  Kenny Watson (RB - CIN) both had 0 point nights, which mounted the pressure on the Baltimore Defence. Luckily for the Mayomen, the Ravens D, as so often in the past, were up to the task, and a return of 15 points gave them a nailbiting 6+ point win to move to 1-0. The Broncos will feel hard changed to be at 0-1 given the crcumstances.

hegan's helmets 139.42 - 141.35 Bet with Paddy Power
A huge win in the game of the week, and the Heinekein Light 'Premium Player of the Week' award goes to Bet with Paddy Power, who held off the hugely impressive Hegan's Helmets to record a 1-0 start to the season. Willis McGahee (RB - BAL) had a reasonable night with 7.05 points for the helmets, but Joe Nedney, kicking for San Francisco against his old Cardinals teammates did just enough in recording 8 points for the bookies to clinch the win. If we have many more games like this, it'll be some season, well done to both teams.

Crossmaglen Hitmen 136.28 - 55.37 Mayo Warriors
If Bet with Paddy Power and Hegan's Helmets were producing an epic tussle, the Crossmaglen Hitmen were also notching up a prodigous tally in this blowout of the Warriors. Leading by a huge margin coming into Monday Night's games, Rudi Johnson (RB - CIN, 5.30 points) and Neil Rackers (K-ARI, 5 points) simply put an unneeded 10 points extra on the board, while the Warriors Ashley Lelie (WR - SF) failed to register at all. The Hitmen have served notice with a powerful 1-0 start themselves, while the warriors, although soundly beaten, can take heart that with a little improvement, they can also be competitive against most teams in the league.

Lurgan Langers 76.38 - 93.87 O'Neill's Chargers
Well TJ Houshmandzadeh (WR - CIN) had anything but a nightmare as the Chargers refrained from using the same tactics as the Curragh Rams and allowed him to take his chances, and it paid off as the big Bengals wideout added 13 points to give an impressive debut win to the Chargers. The Langers will take comfort in 76 points themselves, but it's 0-1 for them.

Red Hand Helmets 66.40 - 61.35 Lummox Squad 57
So much for proverbs, as the two birds in the bush came up trumps for the Helmets as they successfully reeled in a 19 point deficit with 5 points to spare over a disappointed Lummox Squad. Bryant Johnson (WR-ARI) and Vernon Davies (TE-SF) lived up to their pre-match billing as not major point scorers as they combined for just 2.30 points. Unfortunately for the Lummoxes, Darrel JAckson (WR-SF), Frank Gore (RB -SF) and Baltimore DB B.J. Sams were not quite as obliging, and while Gore and Jackson had a repectable 14.1 points between them, the surprise star was BJ Sams who had a great night on returns before leaving injured, and amassed a match winning total of 12.85 points. Unexpected joy for the Helmets, then, at 1-0, while the Lummoxes will have to regroup for Week 2.

Craigyhill Terrors 89.50 - 66.65 Cleveland Steamers
It was always going to a huge ask for even the 3 WR musketeers to pull back a 54 point deficit, and so it proved, although they did give it a decent run. Anquin Boldin (WR -ARI, 9.80 points), Chad Johnson (WR-CIN, 13.35 points) and Derrick Mason (WR-BAL, 7.80 points) performed solidly, if not quite as spectacularly as needed, but the Steamers fell short by 23 points. A good start for the Terrors at 1-0, while the Steamers will probably need to get their QB position sorted out to really trouble the league. 66 points without a QB contribution is a solid display though.

Sydney's Sailors 73.15 - 95.62 L'Esprit de Biff
The Biffs held on comfortably enough to their big lead as the Sailors fell 22 points short on the point chase, and one of the true Blue Bloods of the Fantasy GAABoard League will be quietly satisfied with their start, while casting wary glances towards some of the huge totals flying about in other games. The Sailors had to hope for big performances from Shayne Graham (K - CIN) and the San Francisco Defence and while 7 points from each was far from disastrous, it really needed something more special to cause any nail biting in the L'Esprit camp. The Biffs start on 1-0 again, while the Sailors will draw some comfort from a a 73.15 return as they attempt to get their season up and running next week.

Galway Impactplayers 90.95 - 68.51 Ruthless Rossies
The Rossies were unable to make up any real ground on the ImpactPlayers last night, despite the Galway men having a poor outing from Larry Fitzgerald. The Cardinal WR only contributed 3 points to the tally, but the lead was such that it was unlikely to make much difference barring career nights for the Rossies who were on duty. As it panned out, apart from Arnaz Battle (WR - SF, 11.55 points) they never really threatened to do the needful as Alex Smith (QB - SF) was held to 2.32 points `while Matt Stover (K-BAL) only had the opportunity to deliver 8 points of his own. The Connacht bragging rights go to the ImpactPlayers for the time being, and they move off at 1-0, while the Rossies will have to hope for much more from Brees and Smith at QB if they are to perform with their customary strength again this season.

Dammit, shutting the laptop down in 2nd quarter of cards, 49ers and I was 4 up. Fecking 49ers kicker...

Great to have the commentary back AZ.. even if it made disappointing reading..
Sweet jesus losing to a galway man with no starting QB is tough to take!!! :-[

Very Premature I know, but in true Sky Sports fashion, here is the table after Week 1.

1. Bet with Paddy Power 1-0-0 141.35 W-1
2. Crossmaglen Hitmen   1-0-0 136.28 W-1
3. L'Esprit de Biff     1-0-0  95.62 W-1
4. O'Neill's Chargers   1-0-0  93.87 W-1
5. Galway Impactplayers 1-0-0  90.95 W-1
6. Craigyhill Terrors   1-0-0  89.50 W-1
7. Ardboe Astros        1-0-0  86.82 W-1
8. Curragh Rams         1-0-0  86.45 W-1
9. Mayo Mafiosi         1-0-0  75.97 W-1
10. Red Hand Helmets    1-0-0  66.40 W-1
11. hegans helmets      0-1-0 139.42 L-1
12. Lurgan Langers      0-1-0  76.38 L-1
13. Faithful Turfmen    0-1-0  75.80 L-1
14. Sydneys Sailors     0-1-0  73.15 L-1
15. BallyhaiseBroncos   0-1-0  69.01 L-1
16. Ruthless Rossies    0-1-0  68.51 L-1
17. Cleveland Steamers  0-1-0  66.65 L-1
18. Lummox Squad 57     0-1-0  61.35 L-1
19. mayo warriors       0-1-0  55.37 L-1
20. shane oneills       0-1-0  54.68 L-1

Fantasy League Week 2 Fixtures
A couple of 1-0 teams will be 1-1 after this week as the Chargers/RedHand Helmets, Biffs/ImpactPlayers and PaddyPower/Hitmen ties all feature unbeaten teams. The bookies versus the Hitmen should be a cracker based on last week's performances.

Ardboe Astros (1-0) v Faithful Turfmen (0-1)
Ruthless Rossies (0-1) v Curragh Rams (1-0)
shane oneills (0-1) v Mayo Mafiosi (1-0)
Ballyhaise Broncos (0-1) v Hegan's Helmets (0-1)
Bet With Paddy Power (1-0) v Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-0)
mayo warriors (0-1) v Lurgan Langers (0-1)
O'Neill's Chargers (1-0) v Red Hand Helmets (1-0)
Lummox Squad 57 (0-1) v Craigyhill Terrors (1-0)
Cleveland Steamers (0-1) v Sydney's Sailors (0-1)
L'Esprit de Biff (1-0) v Galway ImpactPlayers (1-0)

NFL fixtures

Sunday September 16th
Cincinnati Bengals @ Cleveland Browns (6pm)
Houston Texans @ Carolina Panthers (6pm)
New Orleans Saints @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6pm)
Atlanta Falcons @ Jacksonville Jaguars (6pm)
Indianapolis Colts @ Tennessee Titans (6pm)
Green Bay Packers @ New York Giants (6pm)
San Francisco 49ers @ Saint Louis Rams (6pm)
Buffalo Bills @ Pittsburgh Steelers (6pm)
Dallas Cowboys @ Miami Dolphins (9.05pm)
Minnesota Vikings @ Detroit Lions (9.05pm)
Seattle Seahawks @ Arizona Cardinals (9.05pm)
Oakland Raiders @ Denver Broncos (9.15pm)
Kansas City Chiefs @ Chicago Bears (9.15 pm)
New York Jets @ Baltimore Ravens (9.15pm)
San Diego Chargers @ New England Patriots (Mon 1.15 am)

Moday September 17th
Washington Redskins @ Philadelphia Eagles (Tue 1.30 am)

I hope to make it 2-0 this week.

Hopefully I'll get another phantom team

Off thread
See the Buffalo tight end Kevin Everett is in bad shape after weekend.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/other_sports/american_football/6989026.stm

yeah - was watching the game live - looked innocuous enough at the start - but obviously not.

Bad times

on another note - I just won the Office Pick'Em for Week 1 - 14 out of 16 correct

lads any of ye need a defensive player,
ive got Kampman,Merriman,Suggs and Deangelo Hall.

The Patriots up to no good - again!!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3014677

 Anyone looking to trade a starting QB?

who have you?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 12, 2007, 10:23:41 PM
who have you?

Well i have Kurt Warner & Tim Rattay, who will not see any playing time this year, bar injuries.

Sydneys Sailors


QB   Kurt Warner
QB   Tim Rattay
WR   Marques Colston
WR   Santonio Holmes
WR   Isaac Bruce
RB   Joseph Addai
RB   DeAngelo Williams
TE   Antonio Gates
W/T   Drew Bennett
W/R   Ladell Betts
BN   Marcus Robinson
BN   Courtney Anderson
BN   Troy Brown
BN   Ciatrick Fason
BN   Cedrick Wilson
K   Shayne Graham
Def - San Francisco

Yer screwed there - I'm down to one QB as well now

Frye got traded to Seattle yesterday for a bag of footballs

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 12, 2007, 10:41:52 PM
Yer screwed there - I'm down to one QB as well now

Frye got traded to Seattle yesterday for a bag of footballs

I know, i think Crennel flew him there himself just to make sure he went. Always been a Browns fan but they seem to be getting worse.

Have just proposed a trade to you there. Antonio Gates is a long time L'Esprit de Biff legend, would be keen to get him back on board. Let me know anyway - you won't find too many people willing to let go of a starter I'm guessing!

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/other_sports/american_football/6993042.stm

BBC showing the Superbowl - how are they going to fill in the ad breaks?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 13, 2007, 01:47:41 PM
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/other_sports/american_football/6993042.stm

BBC showing the Superbowl - how are they going to fill in the ad breaks?

I take it Sky will also be showing it?

I'd assume so - it'll be similar to when ITV and Sky had it

Sky are also showing it alrght. They show every playoff game.

Looking for a QB myself. Willing to trade any of my players if the offer is right

I'll also trade a player for a QB

had a bad week last week got my ass kicked just wondering how do you add players to your team? Sorry to all if its a stupid question

Got an awful tanking from the Turfmen this week

3 points behind Heganboy with one player each playing tonight

Kevin Curtis for me
Randle el for Him. ;)

its going down to the wire.

you're only 2.3 points behind, and Curtis came damn close to a big number last week while Randle el fluked a big score- I'm feeling the pressure...

got beaten again at the weekend not looking good in my rookie season bottom of the pile. Could someone please tell me how i can change the players . i have a few donkeys that i would like to get rid of

Deel Rover
Go to players list and find a guy you would like to add. You can search by name/position/scoring per week etc.

Beside the player hit the green + sign.
This will give you the option to add the player to your team. It will also bring up your team and you choose the "donkey" you want to get rid of. Just click the box beside him and hit continue at botttom on screen
It will ask you to confirm anyway so you shouldnt make a mistake.

thanks rossie i have done that but my asal is still there. Will the player change this week or next week?

Click on week 3 and he should be gone and your new guy in

hi guys, i'd be interested in trading Mike Furrey as i've two detroit WRs. Any sensible offers considered

Sent ya trade turk.

Quote from: Rossie11 on September 18, 2007, 01:55:14 PM
Sent ya trade turk.

thanks rossie!

Where's AZ, my best start ever (only took 3 years to get the knack of this) and no weekly summary  :-[

Reckon he is still celebrating Offalys 25th anniversary of the 82 final..
Jeez I have had a woeful start

Deel Rover has Foot and Mouth or Swamp fever reached the West unknown to us all??
There has been a serious donkey cull in North Mayo the past few days...

Quote from: Rossie11 on September 20, 2007, 12:53:27 PM
Deel Rover has Foot and Mouth or Swamp fever reached the West unknown to us all??
There has been a serious donkey cull in North Mayo the past few days...

:D :D not half enough Rossie i think i'm fcuked allready this year i have tried to change the wr  with no luck ??? ???

QB still needed

how are you doing in the league oneill

1-1

Fantasy Football Week 3 - Latest Scores

Hi All,

Hard to believe we are already almost finished week 3 of the new season, the trip to Wembley is looming on the horizon now, hope they don't screw up the ticket situation. Sorry for a lack of updates last week and for a late start today. I was on a weeks holiday, and between nursing an All Ireland weekend Hangover until wednesday, and minding the young fella, the Fantasy League updates suffered. Anyway, here we go for Week 3, with one game left to be played tonight.


Faithful Turfmen (1-1) 97.67 - 85.91 Mayo Mafiosi (1-1)
The Turfmen manager went to bed shortly after midnight with a 30 point lead, and a great shot at going 2-1 to start the season, but a big night from Marion Barber III (RB - DAL) has changed the landscape completely. Barber III had 102 yards rushing, 10 yards receiving and a TD through both avenues for a vital 20.10 points, which has cut the lead to less than 12 with a QB to come tonight as Vince Young (Tennessee) takes the field against the Saints in New Orleans. Dwayne Brown (WR - KC) also contributed handsomely with 12.05 points while Shaun McDonald (WR - DET) with 12.30 points and Jeff King (TE - CAR) with 10.80 points also did the business to leave the Mafiosis very much in striking distance. The Turfmen will rue a couple of things if this decision goes against them. Firstly, leaving the Dallas Defence on the bench in favour of the Bengals D cost 18 points, while there was an 8 point swing in the dying minutes of the Jacksonville - Denver game, as Maurice Jones-Drew coughed up the ball on the one yard line, rather than crossing for a score. The Turfmen had some very good performances however, none better than DeShaun Foster (RB - CAR) who clocked up 122 yards on the ground and a TD, as well as one through the air for 21.25 points. Carson Palmer (QB - CIN) had a mixed night as he passed for 342 yards and a TD, but also gave up 2 INTS for a total of 12.79 points as the Bengals went down against the Seahawks. His QB comrade, Jake Delhomme (CAR) also had a curate's egg of a night, as he threw for 2 TDs, but only had 109 yards for 14.23 points, as he had to leave the field with an elbow injury. Chris Chambers (WR-MIA) added 10.55 points to the cause and was the only other 10+ point man.The Mafiosi will be hopeful tonight.

Curragh Rams (2-0) 84.78 - 39.06 Ardboe Astros (1-1)
The Kildare men march on to a 3-0 start to the season for the first time ever, as both teams have made all their appearences for the week, and they were never really tested in doing so. It was a dismal outing for the Astros, as only Nate Burleson (WR - SEA) with 13.30 points managed to make it past 10 points, and with minus 1 point from the Bills 'D', it was always going to be an uphill struggle. the bad news doesn't end there either, as there seems to be a real danger that Matt Leinhart (QB - ARI) may have lost the starting job back to Kurt Warner in the Desert. The Rams overcame a shocker from their Saint Louis QB, Marc Bulger (minus 3.68 points) as Peyton Manning (QB-IND), without ever hitting the heights, chipped in with 13.46 points. Top performer was Leon Washington (RB - NYJ) with 11 return yards and a TD for 16.45 points, and he was backed up by Manning, and Deoin Branch (WR - SEA, 77 yards, 1 TD, 12.85 points), Adam Vinatieri (K-IND, 12 points) and the New England defence (13 points). All in all a very solid and satisfactory start to the 2007 season for the Rams.

Hegans Helmets (1-1) 98.63 - 60.71 shane oneills (1-1)
With all bar 1 of the oneills already having played, it looks as if the fully utilised Helmets have done enough here to push themselves on to 2-1 for the season, as they hold a 38 point lead heading into Monday night's game. The helmets had solid enough scoring throughout the active roster, but can really look to performances from Tony Romo (QB - DAL) and Jerious Norwood (RB - ATL) as the difference makers at the moment. Romo threw 2 TDs off 329 yards with one pick for a total of 20.58 points, while Norwood amassed 145 return yards, to go with 32 rushing and 34 receiving, to give him a total of 14.05 points. The oneills countered with 12.65 points from Braylon Edwards (WR-CLE) and 12.10 points from Greg Jennings (WR-GB) but a lack of strong scoring from other quarters, epitomised by a return of minus 1 from the Rams Kicker, Jeff Wilkins, has put them in a real bind in this tie. Brandon Jones (WR - TEN) is in action tonight, but 38 points should be way beyond his capabilities.

Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-1) 103.37 - 110.21 Ballyhaise Broncos (0-2)
Another nailbiter comes down to the wire tonight, and again the advantage may just be with the chasing team. The Broncos have set a very good target, with all their players having played, but the Hitmen have 2 in reserve for tonight's game, and only a 6+ point deficit. The Broncos can thank a career night from Eagles Wide Receiver Kevin Curtis, as he made hay against a feeble Lion's Defence to the tune of 221 yards receiving, with 3 TD scores for a massive 43.55 points from the WR position, a huge night indeed. Curtis had good support from Padraig Harrington's cousin, Joey, QB of the Atlanta Falcons, who fired 2 TD passes on 361 yards passing for 23.42 points. John Kasay, the Panthers Kicker added a further 11 points to the cause for the Broncos and rounded out their big scorers. For the Hitmen, there were a lot of big performances, as people like Jon Kitna (QB - DET, 446 yards, 2 TD, 23.97 points), Wes Welker (WR - NE, 69 receving yards, 72 return, 10.05 points), Clinton Portis (RB - WAS, 60, 1 TD, 13.85 points), Dallas Clark (TE - IND, 58 yds, 1 TD, 10.90 points), Marshawn Lynch (RB - BUF, 74 yds, 1 TD, 11 points), Neil Rackers (K-ARI, 12.5 points) and the Vikings Defence, with 10 points, all had productive nights. So as we head into tonights game, the Broncos must look on as Eric Moulds (WR- TEN) and Devery Henderson (WR - NO) attempt to claim the 7 points needed.

Lurgan Langers (1-1) 83.00 - 133.83 Bet with Paddy Power(2-0)
Yet another strong showing from the unbeaten bookie, as the Power squad pile up another 100+ performance, leaving the langers , on a respectable 83, trailing helplessly in their wake. Again, consistent big scoring from top to bottom is the key for Bet with Paddy Power, but the headline grabber has to be Miami Running BAck, Ronnie Brown. 112 yards on the ground with 2 TDS, allied with a further 99 through the air with another TD, and a 2pt Conversion thrown in for good measure all stacked up for a great total of 35.55 points. Brown was not carrying the can on his own however as the Steelers 'D' added 22 points, while Trent Green (QB - MIA, 318, 1 TD, 14.36 pts), Terrell Owens (WR - DAL, 145 yds, 13.25 points), Plexico Burress (WR-NYG, 86 yds, 1 TD, 13.30 points) and LaMont Jordan (RB - OAK, 121 yds, 1 TD, 17.15 points) all stood up to be counted. The Langers were not nearly as heavy or balanced in the big scoring, but Matt Hesselbeck (QB - SEA, 248 yds, 3 TDs, 18.91 points), Alge Crumpler (TE - ATL, 63 yds, 1 TD, 12.15 points) and the Jets Defence with 10 points did their best. Tennessee DB Michael Wadell is due to go for the Langers tonight, but he is NA for the game, and in any case 50 points would be a lot of interceptions and tackles.

Red Hand Helmets (2-0) 107.62 - 131.59 Mayo Warriors (0-2)
A big win here for the Warriors in another battle of ton-up teams, as they take a 24 point lead into tonights game, where they have 1 player left to appear against the all used Helmets. The hitherto winless Warriors can thank great scoring from the first 3 names on their teamsheet for ending the Helmets unbeaten start to the season, as Donovan McNabb (QB - PHI, 381, 4 TDs, 33.97 pts), Tom Brady (QB - NE, 311, 4 TDs, 32.32 pts) and Jerome Mathis (WR - HOU, 233 return yards, 1 TD, 29.90 points) all contributed hugely. Indeed they were the only 3 players to top 10 points, but when you do so by such a margin in each case, you can afford a little less production from the rest of the team. The Red Hand Helmets, ironically, had more balanced scoring but couldn't quite reach the heights set by McNabb, Brady and Mathis. Cleveland QB Derek Anderson had a nice night with 248 yards, 1 TD and 1 rushing TD for 13.56 points, while Detroit Wideout Roy Williams had another big game with 204 yards and a TD for 29.70 points. Also topping the 10 point mark were Brandon Marshall (WR - DEN, 133 yards, 12.15 points) and John Carney (K- JAC, 11 points) but it was just not enough to fire the Helmets to victory.

Craigyhill Terrors (2-0) 75.27 - 113.78 O'Neill's Chargers (1-1)
Another unbeaten start seems set to come to a shuddering halt tonight as with 1 player each left to play, the Chargers hold a 38 point lead over the Terrors, and seem set fair to improve to 2-1 on the season. A vintage night from Brett Favre (QB - GB) helped enourmously as the Green Bay signal caller rolled back the years, throwing for 369 yards and 3 TDs, the last of which tied Dan Marino's all time record for TD passes, for 29.43 points. Favre had help from T.J. Houshmandzadeh (WR - CIN, 141 yds, 1 TD, 19.70 pts), Steven Jackson (RB - STL, 115 yards, 10.65 points), Jason Witten (TE - DAL, 90 yds, 1 TD, 13.50 points) and the Seattle Defence with 12 points. The Terrors are probably having conniptions about leaving Philip Rivers (QB - SD) on the bench as his 26.07 points went unclaimed, while the QB position yielded a mere 6.97 points. The Terrors did have good performances from LeDanian Tomlinson (RB - SD, 62 yds, rushing, 33 receiving with a TD, 12.25 points), Adrian Peterson (RB - MIN, 102, 1 TD, 15 points) and Reuben Droughns (RB - NYG, 2 TDs, 16.45 points). Olindo Mare (K-NO) turns out tonight for the Terrors, while Mark Simoneau (DL - NO) is in action for the Chargers.

Sydney's Sailors (0-2) 71.96 - 97.40 Lummox Squad 57 (0-2)
In this battle of two 0-2 teams, it would appear that the Lummox Squad may have just done enough to ensure they get their season up and running as they hold a 26 point advantage heading into the final game of the weekend. The Sailors do have 3 poisitions due to start tonight, but as one of them, Tim Rattay (QB - TEN) is marked as NA, and another is a defensive back (Donnie Hickey, DB - TEN), it would require a huge effort from Marques Colston (WR - NO) to pull back the deficit. Chad Pennington (QB - NYJ) and unheralded Joshua Cribbs (WR - CLE) were the heros for the Lummoxes, as Pennington garnered 20.43 points from 124 yards passing and 2 TDS, while Cribbs demonstrated the value of having a good return man as one of your position players as his 196 return yards and 1 TD gave him 22.65 points. Nobody else troubled the scorers unduly on the Lummox side, which left them a little vulnerable, but as of yet the Sailors have failed to capitalise. 13.15 points from San Diego TE Antonio Gates, combined with 18.05 points from Indianapolis Runner Joseph Addai were positives for the Sailors, but perhaps the biggest plus as the year unfolds will be the fact that Kurt Warner (QB - ARI) got significant game time in his back up role with the Cardinals, amassing 19.16 points with 258 yards and 2 TD throws. His performance was such that the Sailors may just have got a starting QB without having to trade for one. That being said, this weeks tie may just be beyond them, barring a comeback such as that suffered by the same opponents in week 1.

GalwayImpactPlayers (1-1) 61.30 - 131.46 Cleveland Steamers (1-1)
Barring a 70+ point night from Reggie Bush tonight, the Steamers will complete a sound beating of a disappointed ImpactPlayers squad with some heavy scoring from key positions. Charlie Batch (QB - PIT) and Daunte Culpepper (QB - OAK) both more or less had no impact as their teams played on Sunday, but Chad Johnson (WR-CIN, 13.40 points) and especially Anquin Boldin (WR - ARI, 181 yds, 2 TD, 32.05 points) and Brian Westbrook (RB - PHI, 110 rushing, 2 TDs, 111 receiving, 1 TD, 35.55 points) raised the entire squad. Derrick Mason (WR - BAL) also chipped in with 79 yards and a score for 13.95 points. Faced with such a barrage high up the order, the ImpactPlayers wilted, and only the irrepressible Randy Moss (WR - NE, 115, 2 TD, 22.25 points) and Ronald Curry (WR - OAK, 62, 1 TD, 10.60 points) offered much resistance. Severely hampered by no starting QBs, the Impact Players would require very big nights indeed from 2 or 3 players to challenge the sort of scores going around this league, but it is not beyond them. The Steamers will hope that Culpepper's appearence in place of Josh McCown will be a sign of things to come, as they too struggle to amass points from the QB spot.


L'Esprit de Biff (2-0) 106.28 - 77.28 Ruthless Rossies (0-2)
Ho hum. Another win for the Biffs as they steamroll another opponent to move to 3-0 and firmly establish themselves on a sound footing for the league...but wait. Is it as clear cut as it seems? By all appearances a 29 point lead is a strong one heading into the final game of the weekend, and even moreso when you consider the Biffs have Eric Johnson (TE - NO) still to count. In this case though, the Rossies may just have an ace, or two of them, up their sleeve. Roydell Williams (WR - TEN) will not strike fear into the Offalymen's heart, but Drew Brees (QB - NO) and Deuce McAllister (RB - NO) are well capable of putting up a good score between them, and if New Orleans are to beat the Titans, they may have to do exactly that. Thus far, only Balitimore Kicker Matt Stover with 16 points, and the Buccaneers Defence with 17 have done the business for the Rossies, while the Biffs were their usual solid selves via 10+ point performances from David Garrard (QB - JAC, 154 yds, 1 TD, 52 yds rushing, 10.18 points), Donald Driver (WR - GB, 126, 1 TD, 17.30 points), Vincent Jackson (WR - SD, 98, 1 TD, 13.90 points) and the Eagles Defence with 15 points. Is it enough though? The smart money may be on the Biffs, but I think it is far from certain.

Full results tomorrow.

Fuckin' Leinart - that's the last time I'll pick an Arizona player

The Eagles uniforms yesterday

(http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070923/capt.67c4a79095d44b72b1c70db5f0acb42c.lions_eagles_football_park109.jpg)

:o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o

Gabriel, I turned on sports centre and spent 5 minutes trying to figure out what was wrong with the tv. What was the deal with the uniforms? Was it for charity or something?

it was their 1933 throwback uniforms

Jesus who'd have thought colors like that existed in 1933.

Love the helmets and socks. Classy :)

What an awful weekend.  Im dieing without a starting QB, computer wouldnt work properly for the Live Draft and ended up with Michael Vick and Jake Plumber, one retired and one hopfully will be spending time in prision very soon.  Got rid of them and brought in two other non-starters...

Most of those throwback uniforms are rotten, the Steelers one from last weekend was awful as well.

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 24, 2007, 05:22:45 PM
The Eagles uniforms yesterday

(http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070923/capt.67c4a79095d44b72b1c70db5f0acb42c.lions_eagles_football_park109.jpg)

:o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o

i don't care what colour the jerseys are so long as mc nabb keeps playing like he did last sunday, Lads why is there a bye after one of my players in this weeks matchup ???

This is where you get the Fantasy version of the African Nations Cup. In the NFL, it is a 17 week regular season, but only 16 matches are played by each team. That means that there is one week off for every team at various points in the season. The bye weeks begin this week (Week 4) and carry on uintil about week 13 I think. If a player on your roster has a 'bye' beside his name, it simply means his team is not in action at all this week, and you'd be better off substituting him if you can.

I'm doing up the final scores at the moment, just waiting for Yahoo to complete, as I noticed a couple of errors on their points from last night.

thanks for that az, allways liked american football but i find i'm watching way more since i joined fantasy football . if im not carefull there could be divorce proceedings issued especially if i watch the 3 matches like i did last sunday ;)

You could be even sadder, like myself. Take a printout of the 'matchup' for this week, and frantically scan through the opposition team everytime a score comes in from around the other games.

oh thats bad Az i think you need help ;)

Faithful Turfmen (1-1) 97.67 - 100.24 Mayo Mafiosi (1-1)
12 points proved to be not enough for the Turfmen as Vince Young led the Titans to a good win over the New Orleans Saints, throwing for 164 yards and 2 TDs, as against 1 INT for a total of 14.33 points and a 2+ point win over the Turfmen. The Mafiosi move on to 2-1, while the Turfmen struggle to shake an inconsistent start at 1-2.

Curragh Rams (2-0) 84.78 - 39.06 Ardboe Astros (1-1)
A done deal since Sunday night's games, the Rams move serenely on to a perfect 3-0 start, while the Astros will need to shake this poor performance quickly as they drop to 1-2.

Hegans Helmets (1-1) 98.63 - 72.36 shane oneills (1-1)
Brandon Jones (WR - TEN) had himself a very good night in the Titans' win on Monday, but his 73 yards and a TD grab were good for 11.65 points, and that was way short of the 38 the oneills would have needed to spring a surprise. The Helmets move on to a positive record at 2-1, while the shane oneills join the growing list at 1-2.

Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-1) 106.42 - 110.21 Ballyhaise Broncos (0-2)
Well, well, well. The Ballyhaise Broncos hold on for a great maiden win of the season as the Hitmen's 2 Monday night receivers fluff their lines in chasing just 7 points between them. Eric Moulds (WR- TEN) contributed just 2 points, while his comrade, Devery Henderson (WR - NO), managed even less with a meagre 1.05 points. Thanks to their quiet nights, the Broncos get off the mark at 1-2, while the Hitmen fall to the same mark.

Lurgan Langers (1-1) 83.00 - 133.83 Bet with Paddy Power(2-0)
As mentioned yesterday, Tennessee DB Michael Wadell was marked inactive for the Langers, and therefore gained 0 points, which means that Sundays score is a final, and the Bet With Paddy Power squad move on to 3-0, and for the 3rd week in a row have aaccumulated the top score of the week.There is a new big gun on the block without a doubt, and on this form they will take some stopping. The Langers drop to joing the logjam on 1-2.

Red Hand Helmets (2-0) 107.62 - 132.39 Mayo Warriors (0-2)
David Patten (WR-NO) barely registered last night for the Warriors, as he 'amassed' 0.80 points but it made absolutely no difference as they had already built up a big lead against the fully played out Red Hand Helmets, and the Warriors will be delighted to pick up their first win of the season and move to 1-2. The Helmet's 100% record goes out the window, and they drop to 2-1.

Craigyhill Terrors (2-0) 77.27 - 115.28 O'Neill's Chargers (1-1)
Another of the unbeatens falls as the Chargers' big lead was never in danger here. Olindo Mare (K-NO) gained 2 points for the Terrors, while Mark Simoneau (DL - NO) added 1.50 points of his own to the Charger cause. The Chargers join the Terrors on 2-1.

Sydney's Sailors (0-2) 77.36 - 97.40 Lummox Squad 57 (0-2)
There was no repeat of the Monday night horror show of Week 1 for the Lummoxes, as the three remaining Sailors barely made a dent in the big deficit facing them on Monday night. Tim Rattay (QB - TEN) was NA, and Donnie Hickey, (DB - TEN) returned 0 points. Marques Colston (WR - NO) only managed 5.40 points, and the Lummoxes were safe. The Sailors remain winless on the new season, but the Lummoxes move off the basement at 1-2.

GalwayImpactPlayers (1-1) 79.05 - 131.46 Cleveland Steamers (1-1)
Well Reggie Bush (RB - NO) *did* manage do post a healthy 17.75 points on Monday night, but the vast chasm seperating the teams would have required 4 times that to bridge the gap. The ImpactPlayers fall to 1-2, while a happy Steamers squad move on to 2-1.


L'Esprit de Biff (2-0) 109.93 - 75.83 Ruthless Rossies (0-2)
Ho hum indeed. Far from staging a late comeback with big players like Drew Brees(QB - NO) and Deuce McAllister (RB - NO), the Rossies actually fell further off the pace as 4 interceptions from Brees resulted in him damaging his team to the extent of minus 5.05 points, and the comeback was essentially dead in the water. Deuce only managed 0.80 points himself in a miserable Saints' performance, and in fact Roydell Williams (WR-TEN) turned out to be the Rossies top scorer of the night, albeit with only 2.80 points. The Biffs are plodding away in the shadow of the Paddy Power Squad, but join them and the Curragh Rams as the only 3-0 teams in the league, while the Rossies' bad start continues at 0-3

1   Bet with Paddy Power   3-0-0   1.000   420.88   W-3
2   L'Esprit de Biff   3-0-0   1.000   305.97   W-3
3   Curragh Rams   3-0-0   1.000   281.98   W-3
4   hegans helmets   2-1-0   0.667   330.21   W-2
5   Cleveland Steamers   2-1-0   0.667   316.06   W-2
6   Red Hand Helmets   2-1-0   0.667   287.73   L-1
7   O'Neill's Chargers   2-1-0   0.667   287.07   W-1
8   Mayo Mafiosi   2-1-0   0.667   268.14   W-1
9   Craigyhill Terrors   2-1-0   0.667   244.63   L-1
10   Crossmaglen Hitmen   1-2-0   0.333   359.45   L-2
11   Faithful Turfmen   1-2-0   0.333   308.81   L-1
12   BallyhaiseBroncos   1-2-0   0.333   267.5   W-1
13   Galway Impactplayers   1-2-0   0.333   266.4   L-2
14   mayo warriors   1-2-0   0.333   257.74   W-1
15   shane oneills   1-2-0   0.333   244.59   L-1
16   Lurgan Langers   1-2-0   0.333   244.27   L-1
17   Lummox Squad 57   1-2-0   0.333   234.28   W-1
18   Ardboe Astros   1-2-0   0.333   207.76   L-2
19   Sydneys Sailors   0-3-0   0.000   240.61   L-3
20   Ruthless Rossies   0-3-0   0.000   215.46   L-3

Fantasy Week 4 Fixtures. A few interesting ties as the unbeaten triumvarate all meet 2-1 teams, and in some cases the 2-1 team has a better point talli ythan the 3-0 team.  Possibly a fair few upsets. Also quite a few ties featuring all 1-2 teams, which will mean half of them will move on to a solid 2-2, while the others will be floundering on 1-3.

Faithful Turfmen (1-2) vs hegans helmets (1-2)
Curragh Rams (3-0) vs Mayo Mafiosi (2-1)
Ardboe Astros (1-2) vs Ruthless Rossies (0-3)
Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-2) vs shane oneills (1-2)
Lurgan Langers (1-2) vs BallyhaiseBroncos (1-2)
Red Hand Helmets (2-1) vs Bet with Paddy Power (3-0)
Craigyhill Terrors (2-1) vs mayo warriors (1-2)
Sydneys Sailors (0-3) vs O'Neill's Chargers (2-1)
Galway Impactplayers (1-2) vs Lummox Squad 57 (1-2)
L'Esprit de Biff (3-0) vs Cleveland Steamers (2-1)


NFL Week 4 Fixtures.
Sunday September 30th

Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings 6pm
Oakland Raiders @ Miami Dolphins 6 pm
New York Jets @ Buffalo Bills 6pm
Houston Texans @ Atlanta Falcons 6pm
Chicago Bears @ Detroit Lions 6pm
Saint Louis Rams @ Dallas Cowboys 6pm
Baltimore Ravens @ Cleveland Browns 6pm
Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers 9.05 pm
Seattle Seahawks @ San Francisco 49ers 9.05 pm
Kansas City Chiefs @ San Diego Chargers 9.15 pm
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Arizona Cardinals 9.15 pm
Denver Broncos @ Indianapolis Colts 9.15 pm
Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants Mon 1.15 am.

Monday October 1st
New England Patriots @ Cincinnati Bengals Tues 1.30 am.

Bye Weeks : Tennessee Titans, New Orlean's Saints, Washington Redskins, Jacksonville Jaguars.

Excellent.. Brees is on a Bye week.. My chances of a 1st win have just improved..

is it me and you then Rossie?

OK lads - I need a starting QB - and I'm willing to give up something big for him - I' d need a good offer though

Steve Smith from Carolina

Any of my 2 Gab??
Class acts so far.... 

do you want my shotgun Rossie ;)

Quote from: Rossie11 on September 25, 2007, 05:17:03 PM
Any of my 2 Gab??
Class acts so far.... 

not a hope

ha how'd the steamers manage to be 2-1 after having an awful autodraft and no starting QBs! hahaha

i must be a genius.... heres the proof
http://www.nfluk.com/games/fantasy-football/top-100.aspx?week=2 (http://www.nfluk.com/games/fantasy-football/top-100.aspx?week=2)

15 more points and i coulda been goin to the superbowl

Quote from: Galwaybhoy on September 24, 2007, 11:23:20 PMMost of those throwback uniforms are rotten, the Steelers one from last weekend was awful as well.

i thought the steelers jersey was pretty cool. i liked the redskins (wk3) and 49ers (wk1) efforts so far as well

wats with all the throwback jerseys this year anyway? the jets are wearing blue and gold against Philadelphia in wk 6 to commemorate the days when they were the NY Titans

This was nfl moneymaking week. The throwback jerseys are all sold on the nfl website (I saw that ad about 100 times Sunday) and as Dallas were playing on the live game, the ads for nflatino.com didn't stop all day. Half the ads were in Spanish, the cowboys jerseys were in spanish and the half time show was en espagnol. Even Gloria Estefan sang the stars and the stripes.a few more pesos in the nfl coffers.
I will post the ads tomorrow they are brutal...

what Gabriel is treating himself to on his birthday

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Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 26, 2007, 03:07:56 AM
what Gabriel is treating himself to on his birthday

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Gabe,

The original LT was a great player but a horrible cokehead.

Quote from: DrinkingHarp on September 26, 2007, 03:24:03 AM

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 26, 2007, 03:07:56 AM
what Gabriel is treating himself to on his birthday

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Gabe,

The original LT was a great player but a horrible cokehead.

no-one is perfect

Quote from: hardstation on September 26, 2007, 03:09:12 AM
I thought your name was Hurl.

what sort of ballbag put's their own name on another teams jersey?

Yeah, I'm sure Hurl is pretending to be LT :D Chalk and Cheese springs to mind.

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 25, 2007, 04:35:03 PM
OK lads - I need a starting QB - and I'm willing to give up something big for him - I' d need a good offer though

Steve Smith from Carolina

Gabe i have starting QBs but i doubt you're gonna want to swap Smith for them

Turk, anyone in my squad you'd consider nabbing for that QB?

Quote from: ONeill on September 26, 2007, 09:30:59 AM
Turk, anyone in my squad you'd consider nabbing for that QB?

which qb are you interested in?

there might be something we can arrange, for a lad with a similar points ability.

it's o'neills' chargers isn't it?

Just sent you a trade for Pennington there myself. I know his job is in doubt, but with my two guys on bye weeks this week, I need someone pronto. My swoop for that fat guy from NY didn't really work out as hoped.

Quote from: hardstation on September 26, 2007, 04:10:08 AM

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 26, 2007, 03:53:20 AM

Quote from: hardstation on September 26, 2007, 03:09:12 AM
I thought your name was Hurl.

what sort of ballbag put's their own name on another teams jersey?

What sort of ballbag goes around pretending to be someone they are not?

:D :D :D :D :D :D ::)

OK, 3 weeks in, and just to amuse myself as work has eased off after a manic 9 months, I'm going to periodically do an update on the top 10 players in each of the positions in the Fantasy League, along with their Fantasy team.

Starting with Quarterbacks

1. Tom Brady - New England Patriots (2000 draft out of Michigan)
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Fantasy Team : Mayo Warriors
Mr. Consistancy in the league, Brady has, along with Peyton Manning, assumed the mantle of the premier quarterbacks in the league in terms of winning games. Following in the footsteps of the likes of John Elway, Brett Favre, Steve Young, Joe Montana etc etc, A traditional pocket passer, who leaves the running to panic situations, Brady's consistancy and unflappable nature have meant he has led the Patriots to unimagined success over the past 5 years or so, and has begun this season in a similar vein.

887 yards passing; 10 TD passes; 1 INT; 8 yards rushing; 1 Fumble Lost; 82.14 Fantasy Points.

2. Carson Palmer - Cincinnati Bengals (2003 out of Univerity of Southern California)
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Fantasy Team : Faithful Turfmen
Over the past couple of years Palmer has begun to live up to the enormous potential he showed in the PAC-10 with the Trojans as the Heisman winner in 2002. Struggled initially to adapt to the pace of life in the NFL, he has begun to come into his own, and with receivers like Chad Johnson to aim at, he has started to lay down a marker for his career in the Pro Ranks. Another traditional passing QB, he still needs to take care of the ball a bit more, but as his maturity progresses, he may well become one of those A-List Quarterbacks mentioned above.

937 yards passing; 9 TDs; 4 INTs; 9 yards passing; 78.19 Fantasy Points.

3. Tony Romo - Dallas Cowboys (2003 Undrafted out of Eastern Illinois)
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Fantasy Team : Hegans Helmets
A real rags to riches story for the ex Eastern Illinois signal caller, who was deemed undraftworthy just 4 short years ago. Undaunted he was picked up by the Cowboys, and hung around learning his trade for a couple of years before finally winning his chance from Drew Bledsoe  in the 2006 season. Slightly more mobile than the top 2 QBs at the moment, he is still a playmaker who prefers to aim at wideouts such as Terrell Owens, but does have the option of pulling it down if the situation demands.

860 yards passing; 8 TDs; 2 INTS; 47 yards rushing; 1 TD; 77.55 Fantasy Points.

4. Jake Delhomme - Carolina Panthers (1997 Undrafted out of University of Southwestern Louisiana)
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Fantasy Team : Faithful Turfmen
Another one for whom it took a long time to become an overnight success, Delhomme's perserverence and mental strength has helped him to at last become a success in the National Football League. Coming from unfashionable USL, Delhomme was undrafted in 1997, and ended up serving his time in NFL Europe with Amsterdam and Frankfurt, before being recalled to the New Orleans Saints in 1999. Picked up by Carolina in 2002, he won the starting job in week 1 from Rodney Peete and led the Panthers to a heartbreaking Superbowl defeat that season. Since then he has matured and is an established top level Quarterback in the league, albeit slightly below the superstar radar.

626 yards passing; 8 TDs; 1 INT; 26 yards rushing; 63.82 points

5. Derek Anderson - Cleveland Browns (2005 draft out of Oregon State)
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Fantasy Team : Red Hand Helmets
Still very much learning his trade in the NFL, Anderson took over from a disappointing, and disappointed, Charlie Frye in week one of this season, and has been growing into the role very nicely. Mistakes have to be expected from such a young man on a developing team, but at the current rate, he may just accelerate the development process for the Browns.

760 yards passing; 7 TDs; 4 INTs; 10 yards rushing; 1 TD; 1 Fumble lost; 57.70 points.

6. Jon Kitna - Detroit Lions (1996 Undrafted out of Central Washington University)
Fantasy Team : Crossmaglen Hitmen

980 yards passing; 6 TDs; 4 INTs; 31 yards rushing; 9 yards receiving; 2 Fumbles lost; 57.60 points

7. Peyton Manning - Indianapolis Colts (1998 Draft out of Tennessee)
Fantasy Team : Curragh Rams

873 yards passing; 5 TDs; 1 INT; -2 yards rushing; 53.36 points.

8. Brett Favre - Green Bay Packers (1991 Draft out of Southern Mississippi)
Fantasy Team : O'Neill's Chargers

861 yards passing; 6 TDs; 2 INTs; -3 yards rushing; 1 Fumble lost; 53.07 points

9. Donovan McNabb - Philadephia Eagles (1999 Draft out of Syracuse)
Fantasy Team : Mayo Warriors

805 yards passing; 5 TDs; 1 INT; 31 rushing yards; 1 Fumble lost; 47.65 points

10. Eli Manning - New York Giants (2004 Draft out of Mississippi)
Fantasy Team - Lurgan Langers

755 yards; 6 TDs; 4 INTs; 1 rushing yard; 1 fumble lost; 45.65 Fantasy points.

The top QB meet on Monday. It will be good to see how Palmer compares to Brady.

Unfortunately the fragile Bengals defense will leave him having to throw all night, probably leading to more interceptions.

Pats to score 38 points for the 4th week in a row?

Week 4 Fixtures - my picks in bold (second in my work pick'em pool  :D :D)

BAL @  CLE     
STL @ DAL        
CHI @ DET        
NYJ @ BUF        
HOU @ ATL    
OAK @ MIA        
GB @ MIN        
TB @ CAR        
SEA @ SF        
PIT @ ARI        
DEN @ IND        
KC @ SD        
PHI @ NYG    
NE @ CIN    

Denver Giants and Falcons all to win?? cant see any of them.. reckon Philly could put up another cricket score

hope so rossie

Going to the Falcons and 49ers match in Atlanta at the start of November

how are both these teams doing

bring the gear you might get a game for the falcons..

how many sacks will Harrington have racked up by that time?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on September 28, 2007, 02:58:59 PM
how many sacks will Harrington have racked up by that time?

Will Leftwich not be in shortly?

Was hoping for a game, depends how i get on saturday night

anybody been out in atlanta georgia before, im sure theres a few irish bars out there

I see Lovie Smith has finally seen the light and is ditching that useless Grossman fecker. A win badly wanted for the Bears and should be achieved.

Reckon even Grossman would thrown a few TDs against that Detroit defense.
Jesus they were useless last week

BAL @  CLE     
STL @ DAL       
CHI @ DET       
NYJ @ BUF       
HOU @ ATL   
OAK @ MIA       
GB @ MIN       
TB @ CAR       
SEA @ SF       
PIT @ ARI       
DEN @ IND       
KC @ SD       
PHI @ NYG   
NE @ CIN

Dosnt really matter if Grossman or Griese plays against Detroit, Bears will win that one anyway.  Looking forward to Broncos @ Colts, on Sky Sports on Sunday, though I have a bad feeling Indi will win handy, Denver havnt looked great this year at all.

week 4 looking good for me with culpepper having 4 TDs (so far) and oakland DEF having a big day

Farve broke Marino's career TD record. he has 2 TD's today, so far, 422 touchdowns.

I knew i was right not to trade Kurt Warner.......

Great win for the Cards last night. 2-2 now. Is this the dawn of respectability for us long suffering fans?

At least it's taking my mind off the Fantasy league, the sight of Jake Delhomme holding a clipboard didn't do much for my mood after the rugby. Reports later.

It seems Grossman togged out in Griese's uniform this week....

Shocking loss for the Bears and season is in big crap if they lose next week.

Week 4 - Latest Scores.

Well another week is almost consigned to the history books with only the Bengals - Patriots clash to come tonight. Here are the current scores in advance of that game.


The Faithful Turfmen (1-2) 48.30 - 82.81 Hegan's Helmets (2-1)
A combination of Jacksonville bye week, and an elbow injury to Jake Delhomme has left the Turfmen seriously exposed this week, and it seems as if it has been too big of a setback to cover, as the Helmets seem poised to take a handy enough victory here. For the Helmets, it was another good week for the Quarterbacks, as both Tony Romo (QB- DAL, 339 yards, 3 TDs, 1 rushing TD, 33.98 points) and, to a lesser extent, Ben Roethlisberger (QB - PIT, 244 yards, 2TDs, 14.18 points) performed strongly. Green Bay Wideout James Jones also chipped in with 10.45 points to give them a good lead heading into tonight's game. The Turfmen had only the Dallas Defense (12 points) and Green Bay kicker Mason Crosby (12 points) to point to in terms of 10 point breakers. It's not a complete lost cause for the Turfmen, but Carson Palmer (QB CIN) will have to have a 35 point night against the tough Patriot's Defense tonight. Landon Johnson (DL - CIN) is in action for the Helmets.

Curragh Rams (3-0) 84.94 - 68.44 Mayo Mafiosi (2-1)
The Rams look set fair to continue their impressive start to the season as they hold a 16.5 point lead heading into tonight's game. Peyton Manning (QB - IND) had a good night as he took the Broncos Defence for 193 yards, and 3 TDs as well a collector's item rushing TD for himself and a total of 27.71 points. Also contributing heavily were Deoin Branch (WR-SEA, 130 yards, 12.50 points) and Leon Washington (RB - NYJ, 24 yards, TD, 38 receiving yards, 59 return yards, 16.05 points). The New England Patriot Defence, and Mike Vrabel (DL - NE) are in action for the Rams tonight, and will be looking to lock up the win. The Mafiosi have hung in there, as Dwayne Bowe (WR-KC) continues to show himself to be a great sleeper pick The Chiefs wideout had another good night as he hauled in 164 yards and a TD for 22.20 points to lead the scoring for the Mafiosi. Also prominent was Steve McNair (QB - BAL) as he threw for 307 yards, a TD and 14.24 points in a surprise loss to the Browns. That is the extent of the big scorers for the Mafiosi so far, and they will hope that Kenny Watson (RB - CIN), and Patriot's Kicker Stephen Gostkowski can have big nights. A high scoring win for Cincinnati may be the ticket for the Mafiosi.

Ardboe Astros (1-2) 35.86 - 73.10 Ruthless Rossies (0-3)
The Astros will be concerned at the performances of the last 2 weeks, even more than the two bad results, as it seems done and dusted that the Rossies will take advantage and get their first win of the season in this tie. With no scorers over 10 points, and only Ellis Hobbs (DB - NE) to appear tonight, it's another miserable weekend for the Astros. The Rossies, in contrast, turned in a very solid performance even though Alex Smith (QB - SF) left the game injured with 0 points, and the other QB, Drew Brees (QB - NO) was on a bye week. There was fairly solid scoring, even though hardly awe inspiring, around the Rossies squad, and Andre Davis (WR -HOU, 117 yards, 1 TD, 16.35 points) the Tampa Bay Defence (14 points) both broke the 10 point mark to set the Rossies on their way. Glenn Holt (WR - CIN) is in action tonight for the Rossies and will look to apply the coup de grace.

Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-2) 108.41 - 44.50 shane oneills (1-2)
A strong performance for the Hitmen against the QB backups and bye week stricken shane oneills will be good enough to even up their record at 2-2 as they hold a 63.50 point lead heading into monday night with only one man each to score. 5 Hitmen broke the 10 point barrier, with Dallas Clark (TE - IND) top scoring as he gained 18.80 points on 76 yards and 2 TDs. Clark was backed up to great effect by Jon Kitna (QB - DET, 247 yards, 2 TDs, 14.89 points), Brian Griese (QB - CHI, 286, 2 TDs, 14.12 points), Laverneus Coles (WR - NYJ, 65, 1 TD, 13.75 points) and Correll Buckhalter (RB - PHI, 103 yards, 10.90 points). The oneills had 3 players above 10 points, but suffered badly from a lack of scoring elsewhere as Braylon Edwards (WR - CLE, 97, 1 TD, 12.35 points), Edgerrin James (RB - ARI, 77 yards, 1 TD, 10.70 points) and the Packer Defence (10 points) failed to produce quite enough in a lonely battle. Jeff Wilkins (K, STL) again contribute negative points for the second time this season, which is quite a feat for a kicker. The Hitmen have New England Wide Receiver Wes Welker in action tonight as they bid to stretch their lead, while the oneills have Laurence Maroney (RB - NE), who is marked Questionable, down to appear.

Lurgan Langers (1-2) 95.12 - 88.48 Ballyhaise Broncos (1-2)
This is a final score as all players have appeared for both teams, and the Lurgan Langers are the team who even up their record at 2-2 as the Broncos drop to 1-3. It was far from easy for the Langers, though, as the 6 plus point winning margin would indicate. They can thank a couple of top performers, but mainly the huge night for Chicago Wideout Devin Hestor, as despite doing practically nothing on the offensive side of the ball, he again re-emphasised the benefit of a good kick returner as his 314 yards returning, including a TD, gave him a huge 33.35 points, and proved immense in this tight battle. Matt Hasselbeck (QB - SEA) provided a more run-of-the-mill 17.47 points with 281 yards and 2 TDs.  Despite the rest of the team having an off night, Hestor's points meant that the Langers management avoided potential embarrassment as 2 10 point plus men were left on the bench, Bobby Engram (WR-SEA) and Justin Fargas (RB -OAK). The Broncos were more balanced in terms of high scorers as Jay Cutler (QB - DEN, 131 yards, 1 TD, 1 rushing TD, 11.17 points), Joey Harrington (QB-ATL, 223 yards, 2 TDs, 16.41 points), Larry Johnson (RB - KC, 123 yards, 10.90 points) and Tony Gonzalez (TE-KC, 71 yards, 1 TD, 12.05 points) all broke the 10 point mark.The rest of the Broncos weren't able to contribute quite enough, but the Broncos can feel slightly unlucky to lose this one in the circumstances.

Red Hand Helmets (2-1) 86.53 - 96.48 Bet With Paddy Power (3-0)
Another tight game that has been concluded before Monday's matchup has gone to the Paddy Power squad, to move their record onto a perfect 4-0, although this time there was an element of luck about the win, and the points tally was some way off their high standards up until now. But for the Denver Bronco's defence capitulating against Indianapolis, the Helmets could be celebrating a famous victory, as the damage done by a -4 point return from a defence in a 10 point game is far more than simply knocking 4 points off the tally. Nonetheless, it is another valuable win for the Paddy Power squad, and once again Ronnie Brown (RB - MIA) is the main man to thank. The fish may be having a bad season, but Brown is having a good one, and his 21.35 points from 134 yards rushing with a TD, along with 73 receiving yards were once again the big point gatherer for the Powers. Jerry Porter (WR-OAK, 53 yards, 2 TDs) added 16.10 points, while Jeff Garcia (QB - TB) added another 10.02 points on 176 yards passing. Had the Helmets sneaked a win here, the Power Squad would have been fuming as they left Patrick Clayton (WR - DAL) warming the bench on a night he amassed 30.95 points for the Cowboys. On such lucky breaks are seasons made and broken. The Helmets kept in touch all the way through despite not having any marquee scorers, although Derek Anderson (QB - CLE, 204 yards, 2 TDs, 14.08 points) and Morten Anderson (K-ATL, 13 points) both managed more than 10 points.

Craigyhill Terrors (2-1) 83.46 - 39.61 Mayo Warriors (1-2)
A nightmare for Chargers' QB Philip Rivers (-1.78 points) hasn't hindered the Terrors too much, as they take a cushion of 44 points into tonight's game, and are warm favourites to move on to 3-1, even though the Warriors have 3 potential scorers to come, including the relentless Tom Brady (QB - NE). The Terrors had big performances from Matt Schaub (QB -HOU, 317, 1 TD, 15.29 points), LeDanian Tomlinson (RB - SD, 132, 1 TD, 18.70 points), Adrian Peterson (RB - MIN, 112 yards, 13.30 points) and Ryan Longwell, (K-MIN, 12 points). The Warriors will have been gutted that prolific Donovan McNabb (QB - PHI) was held to a measly 0.96 points against the Giants, as a decent score by McNabb would have made the target very achievable tonight, instead of a tough task. As it stands, only Robbie Gould (K-CHI, 10 points) and the Bears Defence (21 points), are the only ones who have got near the 10 point mark, but Brady, KEvin Faulk (RB - NE) and Rashad Baker (DB -NE) will all be hoping to gather the points to turn this one around for the Warriors.

Sydney's Sailors (0-3) 72.99 - 110.03 O'Neill's Chargers (2-1)
It looks very good for the Chargers as they bid to move on to 3-1 against the winless Sailors, and the Sailors were certainly not helped by 4 scoreless positions due to Bye weeks, although one of those was an 'NA' quarterback in any case. The players that were left for the Sailors actually performed pretty well, as Santonio Holmes (WR - PIT) top scored with 23.35 points on 128 yards and 2 TD receptions. Joseph Addai (RB - IND, 136, 1 TD, 16.80 points) and DeAngelo Williams (RB - CAR, 37 receiving, 1 TD, 11.05 points) also broke the 10 point mark to give the Sailors a respectable total in the circumstances. The Chargers were, themselves, not unaffected by bye weeks, as 2 positions, including a QB were out of action this week. In their absence, however, the remaining squad rose to the challenge, and no less than 6 positions have reache the magical 10 point marker thus far. Leading the way is the Seattle Defence with 22 points, but leading individual is the newly crowned all time Touchdown Passing King, Green Bay's QB Brett Favre. Favre has been reborn this season, following a couple of distinctly 'old man syndrome' years, and on Sunday he continued in this vein with 344 yards in the air, 2 TDs and 20.93 points. Also doing their bit were Reggie Wayne (WR, IND, 38, 1 TD, 10.40 points), Jason Witten (TE - DAL, 71, 1 TD, 12.55 points), Michael Jenkins (WR - ATL, 64 yards, 2 TDs, 18.20 points) and Nate Kaeding (K-SD, 12 points). It's not quite written into the history books yet, but as the Sailors can only call on Shayne Graham (K-CIN) to try and claw back the difference, the Chargers will be confident about staying well in front, especially as TJ Houshmandzadeh (WR-CIN) is appearing for them.

GalwayImpactPlayers (1-2) 60.40 - 84.23 Lummox Squad 57 (1-2)
A strange game is in progress here as, despite the relatively decent scores on the board, only 2 positions on each team have managed to break 10 points, and these scores almost cancel each other out. The Lummoxes had a huge night from Dante Hall (WR - STL) who benefited from the paucity of the Saint Louis Rams in his role as kickoff returner, which netted him 30.10 points from 262 return yards and a TD. This tally was almost cancelled out by a big night of 30 points from the Detroit Defence on the ImpactPlayers side. The ImpactPlayers could then call on Arizona Cardinal's wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald to add 11.65 points from 123 yards receiving. The Lummoxes then cancelled this out with 11 points from the Cleveland Defence. All very tight, and that was the end of the big scoring. The main difference between the teams which has translated into a 24 point lead for the Lummoxes is the QB position, which has plagued the ImpactPlayers all season so far. Despite the Lummoxes QBs being far from Stellar, Pennington (QB - NYJ) and Edwards(QB-BUF) managed 18.40 points between them, whereas the ImpactPlayers duo of Seneca Wallace (QB-SEA) and Brad Johnson (QB - DAL) only contributed 1.25 points in total. All is not completely lost yet, however, as the ImpactPlayers send Randy Moss (WR-NE) out to chase down the 24 point lead tonight, while the Lummoxes will be hoping that Jabar Gaffney (WR-NE) can do enough to keep them at arms length.

L'Esprit de Biff (3-0) 82.30 - 71.73 Cleveland Steamers (2-1)
A very, very interesting tie is under way here at the bottom of the list, as the undefeated Biffs are under real pressure as they attempt to maintain their perfect start to the season. Ordinarily a 10+ point lead would be a decent position to be in heading into the last game of the week, but the Biffs are all finished for the week, whereas the Steamers have two potential big scorers in Chad Johnson (WR-CIN) and Ben Watson (TE-NE) in action tonight, which makes them marginal favourites in this writer's eyes. As usual the Biffs had their fair share of 10 point performers with Mushin Muhammad (WR-CHI, 49 yards, 1 TD, 10.95 points), Desmond Clark (TE - CHI, 11.70 points), Josh Brown (K-SEA, 11 points) and the Eagles Defence (10 points) all doing well enough. The QB position is really hurting the Biffs though, and will probably cost them another title this year. 0 points again this week, although Garrard (QB-JAX) was on a bye week. The Steamers have put themselves in a position to strike thanks to just 2 players. Jerricho Cotcherry (WR - NYJ) contributed 11.20 points, but the main man was Daunte Culpepper (QB-OAK) who rubbed salt into the Biffs QB-Less wounds with 75 yards passing for 2 TDs, and 3 TDs from 28 yards rushing for 32.90 points. All eyes will be on this tie tonight to see if the Steamers can claim a really big scalp in the GAABoard Fantasy league.

Full results tomorrow.

Lets go Big Blue

2 wins in a row now - and Might Michael Strahan has taken sole possession of the Giants all-time sack leader ahead of the legendary LT



12 sacks on McNabb including 6 from Osi Umenyiora

ah well now has he really?
LT's rookie season (9.5 sacks) wasn't counted in his total- so Strahan still has a bit to go...

He'll not catch him this season I think

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 01, 2007, 02:34:37 PM
Lets go Big Blue

i thought u supported green bay

Quote from: fntn on October 01, 2007, 05:56:09 PM

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 01, 2007, 02:34:37 PM
Lets go Big Blue

i thought u supported green bay

No

I see Ricky Williams has applied for reinstatement to NFL

The Faithful Turfmen (1-2) 54.98 - 85.31 Hegan's Helmets (2-1)
Carson Palmer (QB CIN) suffered along with the rest of his Bengals teammates last night against the Patriots and never threatened to bridge the gap to the Helmets. Palmer added 6.68 points, while Landon Johnson (DL - CIN) added 2.50 points for the now 3-1 Hegan's Helmets. The Turfmen need to rally quickly at 1-3.

Curragh Rams (3-0) 103.99 - 82.59 Mayo Mafiosi (2-1)
The Rams, as expected, moved on to a perfect 4-0 start last night as the New England Patriot Defence, and Mike Vrabel (DL - NE) combined for 19.05 points in their win over the struggling Bengals. Kenny Watson (RB - CIN), and Patriot's Kicker Stephen Gostkowski did manage to contribute 14.15 points for the Mafiosi, but they drop to 2-2 on the season.

Ardboe Astros (1-2) 41.81 - 82.05 Ruthless Rossies (0-3)
The Astros will be glad to see the back of this week as well, as Ellis Hobbs (DB - NE) could only add 5.95 points in a futile attempt to get closer to the Rossies, for whom Glenn Holt (WR - CIN) added 8.95 points of his own to actually widen the gap. The Rossies will be delighted to move off the basement with their first win of the year, while the Astros join them on 1-3.

Crossmaglen Hitmen (1-2) 113.66 - 44.50 shane oneills (1-2)
The Hitmen didn't need New England Wide Receiver Wes Welker to have a big night, such was their dominance in the tie, and so his 5.25 points didn't really come as a disappointment. Laurence Maroney (RB - NE) had a groin injury and thus was unable to contribute to the oneills cause, which meant a 69 point victory for the now 2-2 Crossmaglen Hitmen. The oneills drop to 1-3.

Lurgan Langers (1-2) 95.12 - 88.48 Ballyhaise Broncos (1-2)
Already a final score after Sunday's games, the Langers even up their record on 2-2, while the Broncos dip to 1-3.

Red Hand Helmets (2-1) 86.53 - 96.48 Bet With Paddy Power (3-0)
Another game which was already decided sees the Bet with Paddy Power squad march on to 4-0, while the Helmets drop to .500 at 2-2.

Craigyhill Terrors (2-1) 83.46 - 65.68 Mayo Warriors (1-2)
As you would expect, Tom Brady (QB - NE) made a valiant effort to lead his team back in this tie, and made a pretty good stab at it, ending up with 20.52 points, which cut the lead in half. Unfortunately for him, and the Warriors Kevin Faulk (RB - NE) and Rashad Baker (DB -NE) could only add a further 5.55 points between them, and the comeback fell 18 points short. The Terrors will be glad to move on to 3-1, while the Warriors join the queue at 1-3.

Sydney's Sailors (0-3) 81.99 - 128.48 O'Neill's Chargers (2-1)
A 3-1 record, and the weekly honour of Heinekein Premium Player of the Week, is the reward for the O'Neill's Chargers as they comfortably held off the Sailors, who fall to 0-4, the only winless team in the league. Shayne Graham (K-CIN) added 9 points for the Sailors, but TJ Houshmandzadeh (WR-CIN) managed 18.45 points for the Chargers to make sure of the valuable win.

GalwayImpactPlayers (1-2) 84.00 - 84.23 Lummox Squad 57 (1-2)
Phew, what a finish here as the Lummoxes hold off the late charging ImpactPlayers by a mere .23 of a point. Randy Moss (WR-NE) managed to accumulate 23.60 points, while Jabar Gaffney (WR - NE) was held scoreless for the Lummoxes. It wasn't quite enough however, as the Lummoxes even up at 2-2, while the Impact Players will be cursing as they fall to 1-3.

L'Esprit de Biff (3-0) 82.30 - 77.48 Cleveland Steamers (2-1)
Yet again the Biff's hold on to a Monday night lead to edge the Steamers by less than 5 points in another squeaker, and move on to 4-0 for the season. The Steamers have every right to be disappointed in their duo of Chad Johnson (WR-CIN) and Ben Watson (TE-NE) who only managed 5.75 points between them, when chasing a very managable deficit. However, the Biffs will care not one iota about that, while the Steamers will look to regroup from their 2-2 position.

Can someone give me a QB for Steve Smith?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 02, 2007, 01:45:15 PM
Can someone give me a QB for Steve Smith?

Certainly........Timothy Rattay???

one that is likely to touch a ball this year

what was the story with the eagles on sunday night i didn't see the match but mc nabb  only earned me 0.96 of a point on the fantasy league?

The Eagles did what they periodically do, shat on the eggs when they were expected to romp.

he wasn't at the fair on Sunday night at all.  No coverage, no movement in the pocket, he even crossed over the line of scrimmage!

I don't give any real credit to the Giants offense - they had the worst defensive record in the NFL last season, they were terrible in their opening two games and I put down Sunday night's performance down to a terrible Eagles offensive line.

Well feck them anyway and me on my one match winning streak

Quote from: The Iceman on October 02, 2007, 02:10:16 PM
he wasn't at the fair on Sunday night at all.  No coverage, no movement in the pocket, he even crossed over the line of scrimmage!

I don't give any real credit to the Giants offense - they had the worst defensive record in the NFL last season, they were terrible in their opening two games and I put down Sunday night's performance down to a terrible Eagles offensive line.

Why the hell did they leave Winston Justice on so long?
At least bring a TE in to double team Osi

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 02, 2007, 02:18:16 PM

Quote from: The Iceman on October 02, 2007, 02:10:16 PM
he wasn't at the fair on Sunday night at all.  No coverage, no movement in the pocket, he even crossed over the line of scrimmage!

I don't give any real credit to the Giants offense - they had the worst defensive record in the NFL last season, they were terrible in their opening two games and I put down Sunday night's performance down to a terrible Eagles offensive line.

Why the hell did they leave Winston Justice on so long?
At least bring a TE in to double team Osi

As Al Michaels said "there was no Justice tonight".....

Quote from: the Deel Rover on October 02, 2007, 02:06:09 PM
what was the story with the eagles on sunday night i didn't see the match but mc nabb  only earned me 0.96 of a point on the fantasy league?

McNabb was sacked 12 times, 6 by one man. That offense line was a disgrace compared to last week.

Quote from: Balboa on October 01, 2007, 08:57:37 PM
I see Ricky Williams has applied for reinstatement to NFL

He meets the criteria for being re-instated by the the commisioner - He's not a Bengal!

Odell Thurman will be 30 by the time he gets the green light to return.

anybody want to trade for Gus Frerotte (QB-StL) just made starting QB as Marc Bulger is out with broken ribs?

would take a backup QB or RB

http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d802ed526&template=with-video&confirm=true (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d802ed526&template=with-video&confirm=true)

Week 5 picks

SUNDAY
Arizona Cardinals at St. Louis Rams
Atlanta Falcons at Tennessee Titans
Carolina Panthers  at New Orleans Saints
Cleveland Browns at New England Patriots
Detroit Lions at Washington Redskins
Jacksonville Jaguars  at Kansas City Chiefs
Miami Dolphins at Houston Texans
New York Jets at New York Giants
Seattle Seahawks at Pittsburgh Steelers
Baltimore Ravens  at San Francisco 49ers
San Diego Chargers  at Denver Broncos
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Indianapolis Colts

SUNDAY NIGHT
Chicago Bears  at Green Bay Packers

MNF
Dallas Cowboys at Buffalo Bills

Bit of a dodgy trade gone through there.  >:(

can tony romo score 17.2 points tonight?

Sorry lads, a bit behind the game this morning. Reports later on, or maybe tomorrow morning if I get stuck.

Go Cards though!! 3-2 and top of the (crap) NFC West.

With the D-Backs in the NLCS as well, it's all good in the Desert at the moment :D

Quotecan tony romo score 17.2 points tonight?

I hope not!!!!!

looking for a top tier QB, willing to give up T Owens if anyone is interested as im over flowing with good wide outs. ( D Huard does not count btw )

Will trade you Marc Bulger

Will give you Brees and Smith..

I think last year when there was 16 in the league it was more reasonable with QBs. this year there are 20 (and some inactive teams) and 32 nfl teams and a requirement to start 2 QBs. Quality QBs (and even rubbish ones that start) are at a premium.

Anyone interested in Jake Delhomme?

By the way Turk.. who are the inactive team(s)? I made a couple of requests that lads take part, and if they are not, then they will not be playing next year.

I'd be loathe to cut the number of teams just for the added comfort of the 16. By all means make sure that people who don't take part aren't included, but I'd hate to be one of the four lads left out just because the lads in situ decided the league was better with 16.

Obviously that's just my two cents- AZ is the commissioner after all!  :)


As for this week, I'm staring down my third consecutive monday night waiting to be reeled in. I can't keep getting away with this stuff! If it wasn't for Kitna throwing loose passes as the game was over I'd have been spared the Washington D getting quite the obscene tally that they did....

Quote from: AZOffaly on October 08, 2007, 11:11:59 AM
Go Cards though!! 3-2 and top of the (crap) NFC West.

I'm looking at this at the mo - Arizona available @ 5/2 to win that division with betdirect at the moment - is that possibly a big price? I'm not a lover of the rotating quarterback thing, but you couldn't pick a clear favourite between them and Seattle, who are best price 4/5. San Francisco haven't convinced me at all so far, so I'd possibly call it true odds 1/1 SEA, 7/4 ARI and 6/1 SF. The only differential is that Arizona have to go to Seattle while the Hawks have already gone south.

A crap division it maybe, but someone still has to win it.... what do the various folks on this board make of it?

I'd always be wary of backing the Cards to win anything, although at 5/2 they would be a decent bet. They're 3-2 at the moment, 2-1 in the division, and with their two losses coming by 6 points total. The problem is they have never won anything, so are liable to lose stupid games.

The QB position is much more definite now, as Leinhart broke a collarbone yesterday. Whether that's a good thing remains to be seen, as Warner certainly didn't do the business when he was last in situ, although to be fair he had absolutely no O-Line or running game back then, and both of those areas have definitely improved, albeit with a long way to go. For my money, the Seahawks look fragile as well, and I think the niners wouldn't be too far away, because they have a good physical defence.

For a laugh I'll try and be neutral and go through the remaining fixtures and see what I end up with.


Arizona Cardinals :

Carolina WIN
@Washington LOSE
@Tampa Bay WIN
Detroit WIN
@Cincinnati LOSE
San Francisco WIN
Cleveland WIN
@Seattle LOSE
@New Orleans WIN
Atlanta WIN
Saint Louis WIN   

That gives them 11-5 record. That's probably too generous, and you can expect them to maybe slip up at home to Detroit, and/or away to Tampa Bay and/or away to New Orleans.

Seattle Seahawks
New Orleans WIN
Saint Louis WIN
@Cleveland LOSE
San Francisco WIN
Chicago LOSE
@Saint Louis WIN
@Philadelphia LOSE
Arizona WIN
@Carolina WIN
Baltimore LOSE
@Atlanta WIN

That gives them 10-6, but again they may do better than expected at home to Chicago and Baltimore.

San Francisco
@New York Giants LOSE
New Orleans WIN
@Atlanta WIN
@Seattle LOSE
Saint Louis WIN
@Arizona LOSE
@Carolina LOSE
Minnesota WIN
Cincinnati LOSE
Tampa Bay WIN
@Cleveland LOSE

that has them at only 7-9.

Jaysus, according to this I'm tipping the Cardinals. Forgetaboutit.

What are my chances of pulling her off tonight AZ?

Sorry I didn't get a chance to do a round up today, poxy work, but O'Neill, to answer your question I'd be shocked if you didn't pull that back. The only way Brad Johnson will play is if Tony Romo gets hurt, or the Cowboys are winning by 30 points in the 4th quarter. Julius Jones and JAson Witten could probably get you the 4 points you need by themselves, but together they should easily cover it.

Quote from: ONeill on October 08, 2007, 05:30:51 PM
What are my chances of pulling her off tonight AZ?

Is ir not usually the other way round O'Neill or is it a Tyrone thing?  :o

Poor Buffalo

What happened Tony Romo? Not that I'm complaining  :)

He threw 5 interceptions in his worst start of the season. Unreal that they still managed to win despite that.

BALLAX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jake Delhomme is out for the season with his elbow injury. He's having an operation on it. The big soft shite.

At 1-4, and with only 1 QB now, it's good night and good luck for the Turfmen.

Quote from: Lone Shark on October 08, 2007, 02:46:19 PM

As for this week, I'm staring down my third consecutive monday night waiting to be reeled in. I can't keep getting away with this stuff! If it wasn't for Kitna throwing loose passes as the game was over I'd have been spared the Washington D getting quite the obscene tally that they did....

that's two years running now!

Quote from: AZOffaly on October 09, 2007, 09:19:46 AM
He threw 5 interceptions in his worst start of the season. Unreal that they still managed to win despite that.

Cowboys fron office will be happy if he keeps throwing interceptions and they keep winning !! If he has a great season he will be getting a huge contract.

Quote from: turk on October 09, 2007, 11:15:57 AM

Quote from: Lone Shark on October 08, 2007, 02:46:19 PM

As for this week, I'm staring down my third consecutive monday night waiting to be reeled in. I can't keep getting away with this stuff! If it wasn't for Kitna throwing loose passes as the game was over I'd have been spared the Washington D getting quite the obscene tally that they did....

that's two years running now!

16 points from a kicker to do me in, and losing with the third highest score of the week. The pain of it.  :-[

cant believe i got beat on the monday night as a defensive player scored 23 points  >:(

Quotecant believe i got beat on the monday night as a defensive player scored 23 points

Terence Mcgee take a bow...  :)

your on a bit of a run Rossie

Quoteyour on a bit of a run Rossie

when my defensive back has scored more than the combined total of my 1st draft pick and my 2 QBs I think that sums up where my season is going..

Thank you Buffalo defence

And Lee Evans as well for that extra defensive points with a tackle and a forced fumble

the langers are making a better show than they did this time last year anyway. could do with a better team defence though...

Ah Christ! I know when you only get 67/68 points you shouldn't win but when you're beaten by the Buffalo defense who throw up 35 points you might as well give up. I targeted Vince Young in the draft and he has got negative points on two weeks. Disappointing.

Anyone see the Monday Night Football. Cracking match.

lads need a QB for this week!!!

anyone willing to part with one?

just one week?

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 10, 2007, 08:56:16 PM
just one week?

yea i think the league should've been limited to 16 - that way everyone could hav 2 starting QBs (in theory)

i was lucky i picked up culpepper and frerotte wen i did

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 10, 2007, 08:56:16 PM
just one week?

yep Jay Cutler is on a bye,

Is a one week loan deal against the ethos of the league?

I'd say it is - although I did the same last year after my season was over

jaysus lads im not asking for a free-bee here,  :D
ye can have one of my good players.

I myself am trying to pick up a good QB and am willing to give away TO whom is one of the best wide receivers but no one is interested. Only offer I got was D Huard !!! who might not play again this year.

Quote from: bombidal on October 10, 2007, 11:20:51 PM
I myself am trying to pick up a good QB and am willing to give away TO whom is one of the best wide receivers but no one is interested. Only offer I got was D Huard !!! who might not play again this year.

What are you expecting in all fairness? Manning? Brady??

Guess who offered Damon Huard :D :D

was it you turk?  :D god loves a trier ;)

On that note, does anyone want Jake Delhomme???


Barney, I sent you a trade offer yesterday or the day before.

Huard's class!!

Quote from: AZOffaly on October 11, 2007, 09:44:40 AM
On that note, does anyone want Jake Delhomme???


Barney, I sent you a trade offer yesterday or the day before.

Isn't Delhomme gone for the season?

SSsssh.


Yep. That's what I meant.

Have a look at who has 3 qbs on their rotation and make them an offer

I'm trying that. It's not working. Barney has 4!!!

I might turn Tavaris Jackson loose at some stage. Hopefully he holds onto the Minnesota job after this weekend

just wondering who won this league last year and does it just go on the amount of games one or is there a playoff. Could do with some of the 5 and 0 boys loosing a game or 2 

This is the third season of the Fantasy GAABoard League.

Every season has been run the same way so far, and this one is no exception. The regular season lasts for weeks 1-15 of the NFL season, and at the end of those 15 weeks, teams 1-4 enter the Superbowl Playoffs (1v4),(2v3) with the semis in week 16, and the final in week 17. Teams that finish 5th to 8th inclusive end up in the Shield playoffs.

Final position after the regular season is determined by your record after 15 games, and if there are teams tied, then points scored is the tiebreaker.

The initial season (2005) was won by L'Esprit de Biff who finished the season with a record of 12-3. He beat the 4th place team, Ruthless Rossies (who finished 10-5) in the playoff semi final. In the other semi final the 11-4 Big Apple Orchards beat the 11-4 Turks Packers in the other semi final before succumbing to the Biffs in the final. In the Shield event, the 8th place Craigyhill Terrors (8-7) beat the 7th seed Mayo Mafioisi, also (8-7) in the final.

2006 saw a mini surprise as the 4th seeded Red Hand Helmets (10-5) beat the reigning champions, the 12-3 Biffs in the final, after beating hot favourite and regular season best record HEgan's boyos (13-2) in the semi. L'Esprit de Biff had overcome the 12-3 Ruthless Rossies in the other semi. In the shield competition, the Craigyhill Terrors repeated the dose from 2005, beating 2005 Superbowl runner up Big Apple Orchards in the final.

This year the league has expanded to 20 teams, although it may contract again next year 2008, but the format remains the same. Finish in the top 4 and enter the Superbowl playoffs, finish in the next four to enter the Shield, and anyone outside those 8 places goes home.

Thanks for that Az

Quote from: fntn on September 25, 2007, 11:33:09 PM

Quote from: Galwaybhoy on September 24, 2007, 11:23:20 PMMost of those throwback uniforms are rotten, the Steelers one from last weekend was awful as well.

i thought the steelers jersey was pretty cool. i liked the redskins (wk3) and 49ers (wk1) efforts so far as well

wats with all the throwback jerseys this year anyway? the jets are wearing blue and gold against Philadelphia in wk 6 to commemorate the days when they were the NY Titans

here's the Titans uniforms

(http://www.newyorkjets.com/image_assets/gallery_images/slides/AL_P62711.jpg)

Week 6 picks

SUNDAY 1PM
Titans at Buccaneers (CBS)
Dolphins at Browns (CBS)
Eagles at Jets (FOX)
Rams at Ravens (FOX)
Texans at Jaguars (CBS)
Redskins at Packers (FOX)
Vikings at Bears (FOX)
Bengals at Chiefs (CBS)

SUNDAY 4PM
Panthers at Cardinals (FOX)
Raiders at Chargers (CBS)
Patriots at Cowboys (CBS)

SUNDAY 8-SOMETHING-PM
Saints at Seahawks (NBC)

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
Giants at Falcons (ESPN)

go titans  :D

they are selling a bunch of the Titans stuff on the Jets online store

http://www.jetsshop.com/jets/home.php

Why do the Titans have a throwback jersey when they are a relatively new franchise?

Willing to listen to any QB offers. I can take Biff this weekend.

Quote from: Barney on October 12, 2007, 11:50:10 PM
Why do the Titans have a throwback jersey when they are a relatively new franchise?

The throwback jersey is for New York (jets) who were previously the Titans.  Like most other throwback uniforms this year they look rotton.

I'd say your thinking of the Tennesse Titans who are not a relatively new franchise, they were just known as the Houston Oilers before they relocated and changed name.

No reports Az

WR Chris Chambers traded to San Diego Chargers for 2nd round draft pick. The 0-6 Dolphins just got worse...........

you have something in common with them then Balboa

:D :D :D :D :D

Anyway - talk has surfaced of the NFL actually hosting the Superbowl in London in the near future

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3065254 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3065254)

QuoteSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- A future Super Bowl champion may someday be crowned overseas in a game witnessed predominantly by a foreign audience, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said.

"There's a great deal of interest in holding a Super Bowl in London," Goodell told reporters Monday. "So we'll be looking at that."

The commissioner said London's new Wembley Stadium would make a great candidate for pro football's biggest matchup, given the enthusiasm overseas for the game.

The NFL has been expanding its overseas presence for years by televising games around the world. It's held preseason games in numerous countries in Europe, Asia, Mexico and Canada, and in 2005, the Arizona Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers played the first regular-season match outside the United States.

The game at Azteca Stadium in Mexico City drew the league's largest crowd to date, 103,467.

On Oct. 28, Wembley will host the first regular-season NFL game outside North America. It took just 90 minutes to sell the first 40,000 tickets for the game between the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants. Goodell said event organizers have sold 95,000 tickets in all.

Goodell spoke about the possibility of a British Super Bowl after a luncheon Monday in Scottsdale sponsored by the host committee for the 2008 Super Bowl in Arizona.

What would be the capacity in London for a NFL game ?

Quote from: Balboa on October 16, 2007, 07:59:17 PM
WR Chris Chambers traded to San Diego Chargers for 2nd round draft pick. The 0-6 Dolphins just got worse...........

Dolphins getting ready for next year already, quick season that was!!

Sorry for the lack of reports lads. I'm in a training course this week and don't have sufficient blocks of free time to do it. It takes me about an hour and a half to pull them together.

Suffice to say the Faithful Turfmen are stuggling big time!

Quote from: FL/MAYO on October 17, 2007, 06:28:04 AM

Quote from: Balboa on October 16, 2007, 07:59:17 PM
WR Chris Chambers traded to San Diego Chargers for 2nd round draft pick. The 0-6 Dolphins just got worse...........

Dolphins getting ready for next year already, quick season that was!!

This match in London is going to be a tanking session if the Giants keep improving and the Dolphins keep........not improving !

Well we'll be tanked watching it :D

Quote from: AZOffaly on October 17, 2007, 09:28:57 AM
Well we'll be tanked watching it :D

Guaranteed, £9 a drink no doubt......

A Naggin (for the cold) in the sock so :D

Better not be 9 quid a pint, we'll have to get fucked outside the stadium, speaking of which theres and Irish bar right beisde the stadium, literally a 2 minute walk. Might pop in there before hand. Alot of miami fans from Miami have decided to not make the trip to london and tickets are going back on sale. Also according to some people on the Irish American Football League Forum, ticketmaster have decided not to deliver any tickets to Ireland(is that true to everyone here) but you'll have to collect them at the stadium once you bring photographic ID. Some people who didnt buy on thier own card may be screwed and ticketmaster have made no guarrentee on whether it will actually be possible to collet tickets at the stadium as it will be handled by Wembley and not ticketmaster.

Basically Ticketmaster fucked up in getting the tickets out in time and decided to f**k their Irish customers over, to make up for it!!

kinda glad i didnt get tickets now. the dolphins are a joke

Mine came last week so thankfully no problems.

The biggest problem I find with the Yahoo fantasy football is the way whomever sits in on a Sunday night has a huge advantage. Just sit and wait for a key player to go down and pick up his back up. Now im as guilty as anyone of this as most of the the time im in work on a Sunday anyway, but I feel its unfair on the majority.
The nfl.com fantasy league doesnt allow this. You cannot pick up a player until wednesday morning and who ever is first on the the waiver wire ( the player doing worst in the league ) has first shout. Also there is real time scoring updates and you dont have a defence player on your team. I have been in a league for the past 3 years on nfl.com and it is light years ahead. just a though for next year....

Quote from: bombidal on October 21, 2007, 08:33:16 PM
The biggest problem I find with the Yahoo fantasy football is the way whomever sits in on a Sunday night has a huge advantage. Just sit and wait for a key player to go down and pick up his back up. Now im as guilty as anyone of this as most of the the time im in work on a Sunday anyway, but I feel its unfair on the majority.
The nfl.com fantasy league doesnt allow this. You cannot pick up a player until wednesday morning and who ever is first on the the waiver wire ( the player doing worst in the league ) has first shout. Also there is real time scoring updates and you dont have a defence player on your team. I have been in a league for the past 3 years on nfl.com and it is light years ahead. just a though for next year....

I'd agree with you bombidal,

i'm also an offender at this.

The nfl.com one is good, i'm playing one at the minute, i wonder can it be customised so that you play 2qb instead of 1 and customise it to our needs. I like the yahoo one though, but the restriction on picking up lads would be good

Lads, I asked before the season began for alternatives. In fact I registered with NFL and cbssportsline just in case. None of them give the same flexibility though as regards scoring, league format, numbers etc etc.

Anyway, it doesn't bother me and I'm happy to do it with NFL next year, as long as it meets our needs, but no point being wise after the event. Anyway bombidal, you're doing alright out of it :D

Use both the nfl and cbs, I actually prefer cbs (maybe cos that's the one I'm doing better in) the yahoo one isn't that bad, but it does advantage those keeping a close eye on proceedings, but surely that's the point in a fantasy league?

Quote from: heganboy on October 22, 2007, 12:28:08 PM
Use both the nfl and cbs, I actually prefer cbs (maybe cos that's the one I'm doing better in) the yahoo one isn't that bad, but it does advantage those keeping a close eye on proceedings, but surely that's the point in a fantasy league?

true i suppose!!

The main problem is that there is a 12 team limit with the NFL.com one. Anyway all can be discussed next year if we are all here please god

Great 97 yard drive led by Griese last night to keep the Bears season alive. Grossman would never, ever manage that. Delighted to see Hester getting involved on the offence a bit more too. Thought it a bit of a disgrace that Philly wouldn't kick to him - there should be rules against that - but then again I'm biased! Defence a bit better with Brian Urlacher having a big night. Still way off last years intensity and effectiveness esp against the run. Overall a dull enough game but could be a huge result for da Bears. If they can follow it up next week and get to 4-4 they then have a bye to get things sorted for the second half of the season.

Hi All,

Week 7 is almost done and dusted, and there are still a few ties down for decision tonight, as the Colts take on the Jaguars.After that it's week 8 and on to Wembley. Hurrah.


Faithful Turfman (1-5) 61.92 - 57.85 Red Hand Helmets (2-4)
The Turfmen are in position to end a 5 game losing skid with tonight's game to come as they hold a slender 4+ point lead over the 2-4 Helmets, albeit with some significant players still to come on either side. Arnaz Battle (WR-SF, 57 yards, 1 TD, 11.85 points) and the Dallas Defence (22 points, including a blocked field goal returned for a TD) did the most damage for the Turfmen, while the lack of a starting QB for the helmets has proven costly, with only veteran WR Ike Hilliard of Tampa Bay doing the business with 92 rec yards and a TD for 15.20 points. The Turfmen send Reggie Williams (WR-JAC) and Maurice Jones-Drew (RB - JAC) into action tonight, while the Helmets send Jaguars kicker John Carney in the quest for enough points to pull them back. On the basis that Jones Drew or Williams will
have to do something to allow Carney get into position to kick field goals, the Turfmen are probably just about favourites.

Curragh Rams (5-1) 36.50 - 76.82 Lurgan Langers (4-2)
The Rams are in real danger of falling to 5-2 after week 7 is completed, but despite the 40+ point deficit, there is still some hope for the Kildare men. The Langers have posted a decent tally, and should be comfortable with that, following good performances from Matt Hasselbeck (QB SEA, 195, 2 TDs, 1 INT, 13.90 points), Eli Manning (QB - NYG, 146 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT, 12.92 points), Kevin Jones (RB - TB, 76 rushing yards, 1 Rushing TD, 34 Receiving yards, 14.50 points) and David Akers (K-PHI 14.50 points). However, the Rams, who endured a nightmare start from Saint Louis QB Marc Bulger (0 TDs, 3 INTs, 2 Fumbles lost, -5.50 points) are still just about in striking distance thanks to 12.50 points from Leon Washington (118 return yards, 1 2pt conversion, 12.50 points) and 15 points from the New England Defence. I say in striking distance, but only in the sense that the 3 players still to accumulate points include the consistent Peyton Manning (QB - IND) as well as Adam Vinatieri (K-IND) and Mercedes Lewis (TE-JAC). The Langers are all done for the week,

Ardboe Astros (2-4) 135.24 - 136.08 Crossmaglen Hitmen (4-2)
A rip roaring tie here looks to have gone the way of the 4-2 Hitmen as the Astros are all done for the week, while the Hitmen carry a < 1 point lead into tonight's game with star TE Dallas Clark of the Colts on duty. If Clark can steer clear of fumbles, the Hitmen will carry the day. As you would expect in such a high scoring game there was a plethora of 10+ point performances on both sides including, for the Astros, Chad Pennington (QB - NYJ, 272 yards, 3 TDs, 1 2pt Conversion, along with a costly INT and Fumble lost, for 24.29 points), Roddy White (WR-ATL, 110 yards, 1 TD, 17.50 points), Jeremy Shockey (TE, NYG, 39 yards, 1 TD, 10.45 points), Nate Burleson (WR-SEA, 176 return yards, 1 return TD, 22.40 points) and the New York Giants defence with 29 points. It seems harsh to say it, but the Astros will be cursing the decisions to start Sebastian Janikowski (K-OAK) instead of Ryan Lindell (K-BUF), which cost a net 10.50 points, and Ellis Hobb (DB-NE) instead of Osi Umeniyor (DL- NYG) which cost them 10.15 points. What a difference those extra 20.65 points could have made. The Hitmen made them pay with big nights from Brian Griese (QB - CHI, 322 yards, 1 TD, 16.44 points), Laverneus Coles (WR-NYJ, 133 yards, 2 TDs, 24.65 points), Wes Welker (WR-NE, 138 yards, 2 TDs, 27.10 points), Clinton Portis (RB- WAS, 43, 2 TDS, 16.35 points), Maurice Hicks (RB - SF, 135 return yards, 10.85 points), Marshawn Lynch (RB - BUF, 84 yards, 1 TD, 12.40 points) and the Minnesota 'D' (17 points). With such a spread of seriously good scoring the Hitmen were able to compensate for a nightmare by Arizona Kicker Neil Rackers who missed a potential game winning fieldgoal, as well as a PAT, for a return of -3 points.

Mayo Mafiosi (2-4) 46.85 - 80.79 Hegans Helmets (4-2)
Both sides made contentious selection decistions here which have cost points, but the Helmets will feel that the job is as good as done as they take a 34 point lead into the final game tonight. If it does go that way, the QB position will have been a vital component as the Helmets garnered 38.54 points from their pairing of  Tony Romo (QB - DAL, 277 yards, 1 TD, 11.74 points) and Ben Roethlisberger (QB - PIT, 290 passing yards, 4 TDs, 26.80 points) while the Mafiosi got 0 from Steve McNair (QB- BAL) and Vince Young (QB - TEN). Allied with the QB position output, the Helmets can also be grateful to Willis McGahee (RB - BAL) with 114 yards and a TD for 14.75 points. For the Mafiosi it was, by and large, a disappointing Sunday with only Marion Barber III (RB - DAL, 96 yards, 1 TD, 13.25 points) doing the business for them so far. Leaving Cincinnati RB Kenny Watson on the bench didn't help matters as he would have added 29.35 points, although the helmets can also point to LenDale White's (RB -TEN) unused 16.30 points to counter that omission. Tonight sees Dennis Northcutt (WR-JAC) take the field for the Mafiosi, but the deficit is too large, especially given that the Helmets will be togging out the Jacksonville Defence and Ernest Wilford (WR-JAC) as well.

Craigyhill Terrors (4-2) 59.70 - 33.97 shaneoneills (2-4)
The Terrors move on to 5-2 after this tie, which came to a conclusion with Sunday's games, as the bye-week hamstrung oneills could never put up a challenge to the vulnerable Terrors. Adrian Peterson (RB - MIN) and Jesse Chatman (RB - MIA) were the difference makers with 11.50 points and 10.60 points respectively for the Terrors, who had a pretty forgettable outing other than that. Unfortunately for shaneoneills, they could only look to Kyle Boller (QB-BAL) to reach 10 points as he made 10.17 points from 191 yards and a TD. 3 byes including 2 WRs and a Defensive team always made this a tall order for the oneills, and so it panned out.

Sydneys Sailors (0-6) 55.81 - 128.91 Ballyhaise Broncos (2-4)
A terrific outing by the Broncos, belying their 2-4 record has done the trick and condemned Sydneys Sailors to an 0-7 start, barring something completely out of this world tonight, where both teams have one man in action. The Sailors had decent production from Arizona QB Kurt Warner with 282 Passing Yards and 2 TDS, along with 2 INTS and a fumble lost for 13.64 points and Pittsburgh Wideout Santonio Holmes who hauled in a TD catch as part of his 54 yards total for 12.20 points. Apart from that, it was a wasteground in terms of high scoring for the Sailors although a RB and TE slot were vacant due to bye weeks. No such problems for the Broncos who had stars all over the teamsheet. None more so than record breaking Tennessee Kicker Rob Bironas, who set a new high water mark in the NFL with 8 successfull field goals and added 2 PATs for 20 points. Along with Bironas' career day, there were big outings from Jay Cutler (QB - DEN, 248 yards, 3 TDs, 2 INTS, 21.01 points), Brandon Stokely (WR - DEN, 70 yards, 1 TD, 11.70 points), Larry Johnson (RB - KC, 112 yards, 1 TD, 17.65 points), Kevin Walter (WR- HOU, 97 yards, 1 TD, 13.85 points) and the Tennessee Defence with 13 points. This game is not completely in the books, as Joseph Addai (RB - IND) for the Sailors and Anthony Gonzalez (WR - IND) for the Broncos go through the formalities tonight.

GalwayImpactPlayers (1-5) 76.25 - 88.27 Bet With Paddy Power (6-0)
It's a perfect 7-0 start for the Paddy Powers as they hold out for a 12 point win in this fully completed tie, and the difference may have come down to 2 positions on a bye for the Players, as against 1 for the Powers, not to mention the ImpactPlayers' season long problems with the unplaying QBs. In contrast, even with Matt Moore (QB-CAR) on a bye, Jeff Garcia (QB - TB) gave the Paddy Power team a lot to cheer about with 316 yards passing, 2 passing TDs, along with 2 fumbles, for 21.82 points. Motormouth Terrell Owens (WR-DAL) also contributed well with 103 yards and a TD for 16.65 points while Jared Allen (DL-KC) added an unexpected bonus of 10 points with 8 tackles and 2 sacks. The Impact Players can only blame themselves for this loss, as despite big weeks from WR Randy Moss (NE, 122 yards, 2 TDs, 22.10 points), Reggie Bush (RB - NO, 54 yards, 1 receiving TD, 1 2pt conversion, 14.15 points), Ronald Curry (WR- OAK, 45 yards, 1 TD, 10.25 points) and Jason Hanson (K-DET, 12 points) the baffling decisions to leave performing players on the bench instead of bye week players, along with the decision to play Saint Louis D instead of Detroit's D ended up costing the Players a 24 points net total, which would have won the game.

L'Esprit de Biff (5-1) 53.40 - 117.80 Mayo Warriors (3-3)
A big upset on paper in progress here, although perhaps a little less unexpected when you glance through the lineups for the week, as the Biffs will be beaten by the 3-3 warriors, barring a totally unrealistic performance from Jacksonville QB David Garrard tonight. Bye weeks and poor performances decimated the Biffs squad, with only Mushin Muhammed (WR -CHI, 79 yards, 1 TD, 12.45 points) and Josh Brown (K-SEA, 18 points) doing their stuff. In contrast the warriors put up a big score, worthy of winning most matches, and could point to outings such as Donovan McNabb (QB - PHI, 226 yards, 1 TD, 11.42 points), Roydell Williams (WR- TEN, 124 yards, 10.40 points) and Robbie Gould (K-CHI, 13 points). All of these pale into insignificance, though, when compared to the unflappable genius of Tom Brady. Brady (QB - NE) absolutely gorged himself on the insipid Miami Dolphins Defence, throwing for 354 yards and a magical 6 passing touchdowns for an huge personal fantasy tally of 47.08 points. Given the fact that he on his own would only be 6.32 points behind the entire L'Esprit de Biff squad at this point, it doesn't take a genius to figure out the main driver behind this win for the mafiosi, who will move on to 4-3.

Cleveland Steamers (2-4) 115.51 - 109.40 O'Neill's Chargers (4-2)
Unfortunately the Steamers, despite posting a big score, may be about to learn a harsh reality about managerial decisions which are unlucky being punished in this league, as they left DeMeco Ryans (DL - HOU) and his 19.50 points on the bench this weekend, in favour of the 3.50 points returned by Adalius Thomas (DL - NE). Such decisions are hard to question in hindsight though, and with 115 points the Steamers would be deserved victors of most ties. Anquin Boldin (WR-ARI, 2 TDs, 17.45 points), Jerricho Cotcherry (WR-NYJ, 60 yards, 1 TD, 13.55 points), Tony Scheffler (TE- DEN, 50 yards, 1 TD, 11 points), Derrick Mason (WR-BAL, 78 yards, 1 TD, 13.40 points), Mike Nugent (K-NYJ, 12 points) and the Oakland D with 11 points all contributed handsomely. That the Steamers are in grave danger of being caught on the line is down to very good performances on the Chargers roster, including a monster 35 points (6 points allowed, 7 sacks, 3 INTs, 2 Fumble recoveries and a return TD) from the Seattle Defence against hapless Saint Louis. Also chipping in in a notable way were Sage Rosenfels (QB - HOU, 290 yards, 4 TDs, 3 INTS, 1 Fumble lost, 1 2pt conversion 25.80 points) and TJ Houshmandzadeh (WR-CIN, 43 yards, 1 TD 11.05 points). The reason for the negativity surrounding the Steamers performance is that while they are all finished for the week, the Chargers are sending Reggie Wayne (WR-IND) and Greg Jones (RB-JAC) into action tonight, and it would be a major surprise if they were unable to come up with 6.11 points between them. Time will tell however.

Lummox Squad 57 (4-2) 97.35 - 98.28 Ruthless Rossies (3-3)
Heartbreak for the Lummoxes as they lose out by less than a point in this tense and closely fought encounter, which was another of those games completed on Sunday night. The much maligned Drew Brees (QB - NO) finally came up trumps for the Rossies with 14.78 points from 219 yards, 2 TDs and an INT. Along with Brees, Donte Stallworth (WR-NE, 51 yards 1 TD, 10.05 points), Earnest Graham (RB - TB, 92 rushing yards, 99 receiving yards, 16.55 points) and Andre Davis (WR-HOU, 88 rec yards, 1 TD, 1 2pt conversion 158 return yards, 26.80 points) were all standout performers in this game where every point was vital, literally. For the Lummox Squad, Calvin Johnson (WR-DET, 37 receiving yards, 32 rushing, 1 rushing TD, 10.45 points), Brandon Jacobs (RB -NYG, 107 yards, 1 TD, 15.65 points), Heath Miller (TE-PIT, 50 yards, 2 TDs, 17.00 points) and the Washington Defence (19 points) were all in good form, but were unable to make up for a poor night at QB, where Damon Huard (QB - KC) and Trent Edwards (QB-BUF) combined for a mere 2.52 points.


Full results tomorrow.

QuoteArdboe Astros (2-4) 135.24 - 136.08 Crossmaglen Hitmen (4-2)

Balls

tight one Gabe.

hoping to hold out for a win but P Manning could do the business and destroy my hopes. 5 and 2 would be nice!
whats the craic with Seattle this year? i thought they'd put up a better show?

maybe his remaining player can get minus points

A Saturday night decision to draft in Sage Rosenfels. My first worthwhile move of the season.

QuoteThe biggest problem I find with the Yahoo fantasy football is the way whomever sits in on a Sunday night has a huge advantage. Just sit and wait for a key player to go down and pick up his back up.

I don't understand this. Do you mean pre-kick-off?

I think what he means is that if you are watching the games, and say the Jacksonville WR breaks his leg or goes out injured, you can immediately go to 'Add Players' and pick up his backup on the depth chart, so that next week you can play him. Of course that assumes that no-one else has already got him. In the case of second or third string QBs this would be particularly useful.

Quote from: Gabriel_Hurl on October 22, 2007, 02:19:55 PM

QuoteArdboe Astros (2-4) 135.24 - 136.08 Crossmaglen Hitmen (4-2)

Balls

Gabe,

Anything can happen, hopefully none for the worst. I wish you well the rest of the season  ;)

Cleveland Steamers  115.51 - 109.40 O'Neill's Chargers

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Cleveland Steamers 115.51 - 103.40 O'Neill's Chargers

Squeaky bum.

5 defeats in a row thanks to dropping a TE and WR that cost me the game last week with a combined total of 0.00 points and this week would have scored 22.75  ::)

If I'm anything lower than 4-6 after week 10 there'll be repercussions before the trading deadline.

Quote from: ONeill on October 22, 2007, 06:57:13 PM
Cleveland Steamers  115.51 - 109.40 O'Neill's Chargers

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Cleveland Steamers 115.51 - 103.40 O'Neill's Chargers

Squeaky bum.

How'd that happen? Lets go Steamers!

there were a couple of changes yahoo is quick to put them up but slow to retract, eg the ravens defense yesterday scored a TD which was ruled down by contact - took yahoo seconds to put the score up but nearly 24hours to take it down again...

Got the 2nd highest score by a mile - and I still got beat  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

Yahooo

Quote from: ONeill on October 23, 2007, 05:22:22 PM
Yahooo

the brother won't be happy

Quote from: ONeill on October 23, 2007, 05:22:22 PM
Yahooo

i hate monday nite football

Countdown to Wembley well and truly on now. Anyone else flying out of Shannon on Saturday morning?

Nah, Dublin on Sunday.

Any particular place in mind for Saturday night yet? I'm not that well versed in central London socialising, but the Porter House in Covent Garden could be the job. Seems to be close to most of us.

Flying out of Belfast International (even though its not in Belfast) on Friday.......

Porter House sounds good to me :D

More importantly what about boose for Sunday?

What is the best TUBE station for Wembley, as there are a few of them. Is there a booser round there that anyone has in mind, given that we will be going out to collect our tickets in any case?

I think Wembley Park Station is the one that you walk up Wembley Way. (If I recall correctly from the old Wembley).

I know nothing about boozers in the area. On the NFLUK forum they are talking about the 'Green Man'?

All the best to everyone who is heading over

Hope you have a good time

Here's my Week 8 picks


SUNDAY 1PM

Lions at Bears
Steelers at Bengals
Giants at Dolphins
Raiders at Titans
Eagles at Vikings
Browns at Rams
Colts at Panthers


SUNDAY 4PM

Bills at Jets
Jaguars at Buccaneers
Texans at Chargers
Saints at 49ers
Redskins at Patriots


MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

Packers at Broncos

How did everyone get on at Wembley? The match was brutal but it was a good experience, really subdued atmosphere. Big novelty factor for quite a few ones as far as i could see. The area around the stadium is some shithole alright, when i went out for a slash during the game there were people out at the bars drinking nat watching the match on TV, why would you pay £80 for a ticket to do that?

We had a great time. I thought the game was alright giving the conditions. I think the jet-lag caught up with them a bit. So many dropped passes. Giants could have won by a few more. Still was praying for the Phins to get the on-side kick at the end. thats said the Dolphins TD was class and was surprised to see Manning run the ball in for the TD. Im just hoping they do it again next year and more ofthen I'd go again tonight if there was a game. Another question, does Wembley not have a closing roof? I thought it did. We had great seats and all.

Have to say I really enjoyed the whole game. I'm a bit innured to the whole razzamataz thing, as I was a season ticket holder in Arizona for a few years, and the razzamataz was the main selling point for a good while there :D

Wembley is a fantastic stadium, but the area out there is a dive, and the queue for the Tube at Wembley Park, out Wembley Way, was an absolute joke. Walking down from the stadium it looked like a scene out of Lord of the Rings with 30,000 orcs waiting to get a tube. It was going nowhere, so we walked back to Wembley Central and it was much better. I presume the logistics are better for a big soccer match?

The pitch was poor. Very poor. I know the weather was bad, but surely the teams should have been briefed on what footwear they needed? I'd say the heads groundsman is having a fit as we type.

As to the game itself, I thought Miami's Defence stood up fairly well, but there were a couple of bad throws by Manning that should have been scores, and another couple of last ditch, borderline pass interference calls. Miami's offence was muck, and their best drive was when the Giant's had the ball and gave away about 50 penalty yards.

Great weekend though, and great to see all the different NFL jerseys on display. I think the atmosphere was always going to be fairly muted when you have probably 50,000 neutrals at a game. It's hard to really shout and roar for the defence when in all honesty you couldn't give two shites :D

Can't wait for the next one, and if God spares me, I'll try my damnedest to be there, either in London or somewhere else in Europe.

Maybe the Cardinals can be next, although I heard on Sunday night that it was the Chiefs 'at home' in Germany?? If it is, someone like the Raiders or Broncos would be class.

PS. Regarding the roof, I think the design of Wembley is that the roof panels are only to cover the patrons, and not the field. When it is raining, the 4 panels slide in from the north, south, east and west stands, but they never meet. Instead they form a 'photo frame' around the pitch size. I'd imagine the seats that were covered up were because they didn't sell them in case of rain. If you were sitting down there you'd have been drowned. Like the cheerleaders. Mmmmm.

The next game at Wembley is supposed to be next year between the Jaguars and the Redskins.

Hi lads,

enjoyed the game very much, couldn't get over the amount of fanboys killing each other to get merchandise.

match wasn't mighty in terms of quality. fair play to the dolphins for such a depleted squad they went well. thought that they over did the passing when chatman was going well getting short ground on runs.

thought manning "stank". if he wasn't who he was he'd be kicked out of there by now. fair enough he got his td run, but his passing and decision making was appalling.

i'd definitely go again lads!!

I thought it was a great experience but not a great match, i knew i was onto a loser when i think a Dolphin player was down by contact but ran on anyway for a touchdown, my girlfriend asked "was that not a goal?" so the ticket was maybe wasted on her. AZ the area around Wembley has always been a dive and always will be and you would need to watch yourself round there,the only white people you saw were all going to the match, we went for a few beers around the stadium after the game so the tube wasnt as bad heading back into London. We had really good seats, front of top tier, there were a fair few empty seats though in various parts of the stadium. There was one English wa*ker that spent the whole game screaming "dddddefense"........I thought i was going to give him a bit of thunder and lightning.

things have tightened up in our own league but the question is can any one stop Bet with Paddy powers. He seems to be doing a patriots on it with his 8 and 0

Couple of questions:

I drafted in two players this morning but it seems they're waivers. What does this mean? Why is it pending? Why wouldn't it be accepted? Do I take the chance and start the injured player I was hoping to drop so that if it's accepted the new player will be in place?

have to chip this one in, was doing the rounds before Kick-off last sunday in Wembley:

Q: What do the Dophlins and James Bond have in common???

A: 0-0-7


A Jets fan got kicked out by security in front of us for hitting another fan(who was dressed as superman). I was standing beside the Jets fan after half time beside the tunnell where the Giants were coming out. He was roaring at Michael Strahan "you f**king f**got, Strahan, your shit", I just said to him, "jesus calm down there lad" he took one look at me and saw i was wearing a Giants top so he just ignored me and kept heckling Strahan. What an asshole, glad he got thrown out, to a chorus, started by myself, of "na na na na, na na na na, hey hey hey, GOODBYE!!"

Finally - a win - without either QB playing

:D :D :D :D :D

Alright lads, in the middle of an office move today. Probably won't get to review until tomorrow. But it's looking good for the Turfmen this week !!! 3-6 here we come :)

Chris Henry has returned to the Bengals roster and may be a good pick-up for one of you guys if someone hasn't got him already. He has only 67 catches in the NFL but 15 of them have been for Touchdowns.

If he can find his feet quickly expect better numbers from the Bengals pass offense.

Somebody already had him. I went looking to pick him up about 2 weeks ago in preparation, but someone was hoarding him. Good patience in fairness.

on a bit of a roll at the moment but i think my winning streak is about to come to an end with Brady not playing >:(

Quote from: AZOffaly on November 07, 2007, 09:53:20 AM
Somebody already had him. I went looking to pick him up about 2 weeks ago in preparation, but someone was hoarding him. Good patience in fairness.

It's annoying feeling when you think you are stealing a march on everyone but someone has beat you to it.

He should be a good pick-up. A very talented young lad, hopefully he can get his head right.

QuoteSomebody already had him. I went looking to pick him up about 2 weeks ago in preparation, but someone was hoarding him. Good patience in fairness.

Must have just beaten you to him AZ.  Only got him about 2 weeks ago myself. Someone else had him and ditched him.

You have been in my wing mirror  the past 5 weeks rossie i think your going to overtake me this week your on a bit of a roll

With 9 weeks gone, we are well over the half way point in our regular season. There are only 6 games left, and our league is boiling up into a hell of a race for playoff spots, with 6 teams currently tied as they chase 3rd and 4th spots. Bet with Paddy Power has been the undisputed star of the piece thus far, racking up a very impressive 1042 points in just 9 games, a stellar 115 ppg, on his way to a 9-0 season so far. The Curragh Rams are another story of the season as they are in the throes of a brilliant turnaround. 12th out of 18 last season with a record of 6-9, following on from a dismal 3-12 (15th/16) in 2005, their pace of improvement has continued to the extent that they sit alone in second place on a fine 7-2 record, a mere 2 wins shy of matching their combined win total from the previous 2 seasons.

The Hitmen, Chargers, Warriors, Rossies, Terrors and Langers are all going very nicely at 6-3, but with the Rams and even the hegan helmets, Ballyhaise Broncos and L'Esprit de Biff added to that mix, there is going to be a mad scramble for the 3 Superbowl spots after the Bet with Paddy Powers. It should be a nailbiting finale.

At the bottom end of the table, teams like the Lummoxes, Mafiosi, Turfmen, Astros, Steamers, Red Hand Helmets and Impactplayers have all had flashes of good performances and high scores, which mean that on 'Any Given Sunday' those teams may well have a say in the destiny of the playoff spots, even if for them it may be a stretch to reach them themselves. The riderless horse of the oneills and Sydneys Sailors bring up the rear. The oneills don't add much to the league apart from the odd fluke as the team is, to all intents and purposes, inactive. It's a pity for the league and has taken a spot from people who would like to play.

Anyway, hold on to your hats as the season heats up.



1. Bet with Paddy Power 9-0-0 1.000 1042.76 W-9 11 29
2. Curragh Rams 7-2-0 .778 799.21 W-2 7 8
3. Crossmaglen Hitmen 6-3-0 .667 982.88 W-1 13 18
4. O'Neill's Chargers 6-3-0 .667 860.71 L-1 20 10
5. mayo warriors 6-3-0 .667 813.95 W-5 16 20
6. Ruthless Rossies 6-3-0 .667 801.55 W-6 15 25
7. Craigyhill Terrors 6-3-0 .667 765.06 L-1 19 8
8. Lurgan Langers 6-3-0 .667 718.49 L-1 3 4
9. hegans helmets 5-4-0 .556 874.75 L-2 4 9
10. BallyhaiseBroncos 5-4-0 .556 859.55 W-3 18 16
11. L'Esprit de Biff 5-4-0 .556 752.12 L-3 17 24
12. Lummox Squad 57 4-5-0 .444 799.31 L-3 5 28
13. Mayo Mafiosi 4-5-0 .444 681.55 W-2 12 40
14. Faithful Turfmen 3-6-0 .333 755.39 W-1 14 14
15. Ardboe Astros 3-6-0 .333 660.97 W-1 10 6
16. Cleveland Steamers 2-7-0 .222 762.47 L-6 8 15
17. Red Hand Helmets 2-7-0 .222 711.79 L-7 9 32
18. Galway Impactplayers 2-7-0 .222 694.97 W-1 6 8
19. shane oneills 2-7-0 .222 613.97 L-3 1 -
20. Sydneys Sailors 1-8-0 .111 665.75 L-1 2 -


Some key matchups this weekend as well.

First off the GalwayImpactPlayers at 2-7 face off against the 3-6 Faithful Turfmen in a battle of two struggling teams. Randy Moss (WR-NE) is on a bye week for the ImpactPlayers, as is the new New York Jets starting QB, Kellen Clemens, for the Turfmen.

A more important matchup, for one team at least, is next on the card as the aforementioned 7-2 Curragh Rams attempt to keep breathing space from the 6-3 teams as they do battle with the basement dwelling Sydneys Sailors. The Rams are hamstrung by no less than SEVEN bye week players this week, but their cover means that they will only have 2 unfilled positions. The Sailors have more or less a full squad to pick from, apart from a plethora of NA players, but should be able to field a fully counting roster. According to Yahoo, the Sailors are an 18 point favourite here, so there could be a shock to the Rams on the way.

Another clash of contender versus pretender is third up as the 3-6 Ardboe Astros attempt to derail the ambitions of the 6-3 Craigyhill Terrors. The Astros have shown themselves capable of springing a surprise along the way, and they can field a fairly complete team, apart from the already benched Chad Pennington (QB-NYJ) who is also on a bye week. The Terrors, on the other hand, do have serious bye week concerns, as they have 4 position sitting out this weekend. The terrors do have the option of filling those positions though, as they have cover on the bench with lads coming off bye weeks last week. The odds favour the Terrors at the moment, and should be more in their favour if they rejig the team properly.

In the fourth game of the week, the Mayo Mafiosi will be bidding to keep their slim playoff hopes alive with a win over the 2-7 Red Hand Helmets. Last year's champions are the riches to rags story of the year, and have been crippled by poor performances all over the roster. However, there may just be a silver line on the cloud this weekend, as Priest Holmes (RB - KC) is sure to get a lot more action in LArry Johnson's absence, and they have a full scoring complement available for duty this weekend. The Mafiosi will be nervous heading into this, despite the relative win-loss records, and the Yahoo prediction of the Helmets by 8 may just be accurate, especially if David Garrard (QB- JAC) resumes at playcaller for the Jags in place of the Mafiosi's Quinn Gray, although the Mafiosi do have the option of starting Steve McNair (QB-BAL) this weekend, and that may yet be vital.

In the fifth game on the list this week, we finally come to a real pivotal game. The 5-4 Hegan's helmets will either give their bid a real boost, while damaging a dangerous opponent, or else the 6-3 Langers will severely dent, even destroy, their hopes. The Helmets are a big 26 point favourite at the momen, largely due to projected scores from the QB position. The Helmets can pick a fully scoring team for the weekend, with only one WR in dry dock, while the Lurgan Langers can also send out the full complement, although they have 2 positions unavailable through byes. If the Helmets do come through here, the fat will be in the fire as both teams will be on 6-4.

Game 6 is a real barnburner as two 6-3 teams matchup in the form of the Crossmaglen Hitmen and the Ruthless Rossies. There is a world of difference psychologically and in real terms at this stage in the season between 7-3 and 6-4, but that is the scenario that these teams will be facing up to come next Monday night. As it stands, with the teams as currently selected, Yahoo makes the Hitmen marginal favourites by 4 points, but when the margins are as tight as that in hypothetical terms, anything can happen on the fields of play. Both teams can send out a full squadron into battle, although Wes Welker (WR - NE) and Laverneus Coles (WR-NYJ) will be noted bye absentees for the Hitmen, while the Rossies have to plan without 2 WRs, a TE and a RB. In both cases the strength in depth of the rosters has come into play, we will just have to wait and see which team has more in reserve.

Game 7 is do or die time for one of the real stalwarts of the Fantasy NFL over the past 3 seasons. Winners in 2005 and Runners Up last year, L'Esprit de Biff find themselves in a tight corner, with very little margin for error over the next 6 weeks as they bid to maintain their playoff run. 5-4 is not a bad record in itself, but the sheer number of teams on 6-3 or better mean that every game becomes must win now. This weekend they face the shaneoneills,  a team which has picked up 2 wins despite running riderless, so to speak, and a team which can be dangerous in the right circumstances. The Biffs may be boosted by a slightly better prognosis at QB as Brooks Bollinger (QB - MIN) may continue for Tavaris Jackson if Jackson's injury continues. Also encouraging is the news that David Garrard (QB-JAC) may play if his ankle continues to improve. DeShawn Wynn (RB-GB) is marked as NA, and will need to be replaced, but that should be doable with the reserves on the bench. The oneills have not done any tinkering with lineups really, so it looks as if they will be afflicted by 2 byes, including NE Running Back Laurence Maroney. The Biffs are 15 point favourites here, and I would expect them to go to 6-4.

The Ballyhaise Broncos find themselves in the same predicament as the Biffs and, in our eight game of the week, they also face a 2-7 team, albeit the very dangerous Cleveland Steamers. The Steamers have had a few big enough scores thus far, despite their record, but will not be helped by the lack of a kicker and defensive player this week due to bye weeks. The Broncos are fretting on Jay Cutler's injury, and it is uncertain that the Denver Quarterback will play this weekend. Yahoo are predicting he won't, and the Broncos will also have to plug in a deputy for bye week victim Kevin Walter (WR - HOU). Yahoo are predicting a low scoring win for the Steamers, and should that come to pass it will probably be curtains for the Broncos' hopes of a Superbowl playoff spot.

The penultimate game of the weekend sees the 4-5 Lummox Squad 57 become the latest team to flex their muscles against the unbeaten 9-0 Bet with Paddy Power. The Powers squad have been outscored by several teams at various points in the season, but never when it matters most with them in direct opposition. Could this weekend be the one where the unbeaten run comes to an end? Yahoo certainly thinks it is possible, albeit with unfinalised lineups, as they make the Lummoxes a huge 29 point favourite. This prediction stems largely from the respective QB slots, as the Paddy Power Squad finds itself unable to field a QB due to bye weeks and non-starters. The Powers Kicker is also on a bye week, along with a further 3 of his compatriots, although lineup tweaking later on in the week will improve their prospects. The Lummoxes can field a full squad, although they need to fill a gap at TE, and will be hoping to spring the upset of the season this weekend.

The final game on the card for the week is another seismic moment in the league season, as two more 6-3 teams do battle to gain a huge advantage in terms of the race to the postseason. The O'Neill's Chargers are 23 point favourites with prelimnary lineups, and the Mayo Warriors will be put to the pin of their collar to compensate for the loss of NE QB Tom Brady through a bye week. The Chargers can field a full strength lineup, although Vinnie Testaverde's parachute stint at Carolina appears to be at an end. the Warriors, however, are in worse shape with Brady's absence being compounded by Kevin Faulk's (RB - NE) no-show for the same reason. It is unfortunate for the warriors that this week, against this opponent, is how the chips fell for his main man.


All in all, this promises to be the start of a series of very interesting weeks, and I hope ye all enjoy the thrills and spills between now and week 15.

what was the win loss record for the 4 play off teams last year Az

Last year there was only 18 teams, but the records were :

1. Hegan's Boyos 13-2
2. Ruthless Rossies - 12-3
3. L'Esprit de Biff 12-3
4. The Red Hand Helmets 10-5 (eventual winners)

Shield Playoffs were
5. Craigyhill Terrors 10-5 (Shield Winners)
6. Mayo Mafiosi 10-5
7. Big Apple Orchards 9-6
8. The Gallowglasses 8-7

QuoteThe Curragh Rams are another story of the season as they are in the throes of a brilliant turnaround. 12th out of 18 last season with a record of 6-9, following on from a dismal 3-12 (15th/16) in 2005, their pace of improvement has continued to the extent that they sit alone in second place on a fine 7-2 record, a mere 2 wins shy of matching their combined win total from the previous 2 seasons.

Took me a while to build the squad I wanted....  ;D

I thought you got Micko back in :D

I've been crippled by injuries in the last few weeks, both from players disappearing and ones underperforming - so I'm going to go for a radical maneouvre to try and get things back on track.

I've both Ramsay and Bollinger as backup, and hopefully one of the two will get the run for the next couple of weeks - I'm willing to trade away either Jason Campbell or David Garrard, if someone will take my first round pick and ridiculous underachiever Travis Henry with them. He seems to be half injured every week, and I'm sick of projected stats in the double figures never being matched. In return I'd want a starting RB and a starting WR - and not a third receiver or a split carries RB.

Drastic times call for drastic measures.

I dont think you will get too many takers for Travis Henry, he is awaiting a hearing for substance abuse and is looking at a 4 game ban.

And that hearing is soon, maybe even this week? The Broncos are turning into a train wreck.

I'm aware he's a risk, but for somebody else looking to take a gamble, maybe it might be worth it. Not too many people offering starting QB's up for trade in the league - I was hardly likely to give one away for nothing!

I'm aware how useful the Broncos are right now - I have Javon Walker sitting on a treatment table as well, waiting to return.

I notice the Red Hand Helmets are making some dodgy trades, well one at least with the Lummoxes. Play fair now lads.

Sincere apologies to the Red Hand Helmets and Lummox Squad 57 for calling their integrity into question. I completely misread the trade. I don't know what I was thinking, but I was mixing up Damon Huard with Trent Green in my mind. I have no issue with that trade now that I read it again. Sorry lads.

Those were disgraceful allegations

Shocking I know. :D

disaster

Larry Johnson

and Jay Cutler both injured,

Not that Cutler would have done much anyway,

Heres a question for you all,have any of the top 3 QB's of the 2006 Draft

Young,Leinart or Cutler looked like the really Good NFL QB's they were touted to be?

The thing about the NFL is that QB is without doubt the hardest position to come into from College. The vast majority of College QBs are vetted for physical attributes like height (mundane but important reason, can they see over the linemen), armstrength, mobility etc. The tools are normally all there. However, the sheer speed of the defences, allied with the complexity of the plays always seem to take young QBs time to adjust. i would say all 3 that you mentioned will probably be fine starting QBs in the NFL, but it can take 3-4 years before they get really comfortable. There are exceptions to the rule, but the majority need a lot of bedding in. I have big hopes for Leinhart especially in Arizona, but they need to protect him, and give him time.

Another thing you have to take into account with young quarterbacks is the weapons they have, strong running game so they can mix the play calling up and of course top receivers, Leinart certainly has the receivers in Fitzgerald and Boldin, im not sure that Young or Cutler do. Great receivers can make a quarterback look good, Kitna in Detroit, Anderson in Cleveland???

True Balboa, but the overall package is more of the differentiator between great teams and average teams. A lad could be on a poor NFL team, and still be a relatively decent NFL QB, even though the average punter mightn't call them any good, and their Fantasy Stats might be poor.

The things that make a good QB in this league (along with the obvious tools) are things like the ability to 'check down' through receivers, recognising coverages, making good decisions at the line and audibling, not taking unnecessary sacks, not throwing into double and triple coverage, and remembering that punt is not always a bad thing. Throw the ball away if you're in trouble, don't turn it over on your own 20 yard line.

You're dead right though, even doing all those things a QB won't get credit, or wins, without having a good running game and/or good receiving corps.

AZ, if I thought Trent Green could keep me from the inevitable 2-13 then I'd have no problem trading for him  :-[

Anyway, I'll make damn sure not to miss the draft next year

Young is 13-7 as starting QB for the Titans which isn't a bad record considering he's perceived to have a dodgy arm and that they haven't the best receivers or running game in the league

Quote from: the onion bag on November 08, 2007, 06:36:20 PM
Young is 13-7 as starting QB for the Titans which isn't a bad record considering he's perceived to have a dodgy arm and that they haven't the best receivers or running game in the league

might have something to do with their brilliant defence

Barring a disaster - another win for the Astros

a shock win for me last night especially since my main man brady wasn't playing , fair play to mc nabb he stepped up to the plate and got me 30 fantasy points ;D

Deel, you'll never know how close you were to a heartbreaking defeat. Late on Saturday I blinked and replaced a questionable Vinny Testaverde with his understudy. The latter scored minus 2 and the former +3.something. I would have clinched it by 0.50 if I hadn't changed.

Gutted.

Could be a costly one ONeill come end of season..
Although Deel had 15pts from a TE on the bench..
Leave him there again next week Deel..  :P

Quote from: ONeill on November 12, 2007, 05:31:52 PM
Deel, you'll never know how close you were to a heartbreaking defeat. Late on Saturday I blinked and replaced a questionable Vinny Testaverde with his understudy. The latter scored minus 2 and the former +3.something. I would have clinched it by 0.50 if I hadn't changed.

Gutted.

i noticed that you changed your quarter back o'neill thanks for that ;)

And it continues to heat up. Week 9 is done and dusted, and while we now have a clear top 4, there is still only 2 games seperating 2nd from 12th following a very interesting week of games.

In the first game of the week the GalwayImpactPlayers had less than 2 points to spare over the Faithful Turfmen, winning 82.25 to 80.82 as Larry Fitzgerald (WR-ARI) led the way with 19.70 points. The ImpactPlayers and Turfmen are both on 3-7, and realistically out of the running.

Next up saw the Curragh Rams' colours being lowered by basement dwelling Sydney's Sailors, as Kurt Warner (QB-ARI) led the way with 21.58 points in a 99.02 to 58.30 win. The Rams were greatly handicapped by bye weeks, and fall into a 3 way tie for second place at 7-3, while the Sailors move onto 2-8, and off the bottom on points difference.

The third game on the ticket saw the Ardboe Astros deal a heavy blow to the Craigyhill Terrors' hopes of Superbowl contention as they ran out 61.55 to 50.63 winners thanks largely to 20.45 points from New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey. The Astros season is still just about alive on 4-6, while the Terrors drop to 9th place on 6-4.

Moving along the card, the Red Hand Helmets were another minnow to deal a bubble team a serious dent as they rode Cleveland QB Derek Anderson all the way to a 84.32 to 66.31 win over the erstwhile 4-5 Mafiosi. The Mayomen fall to 4-6 and are clinging on by a fingernail, while the Red Hand Helmets are still probably out of contention, but will cause problems for any team between now and week 15.

Fifth up saw the Hegan's Helmets profiting from big weeks from Ben Roethlisberger (QB-PIT) and Tony Romo (QB-DAL) as they evened up the season's record with the Lurgan Langers, thanks to a 108.65 to 70.38 victory. Both teams are now on 6-4 and in a tie for 5th place, records wise. The Points Difference puts the Helmets at 6th, while the Langers are at 10th, so that was a big result for Hegan's Helmets.

Performance of the week, point wise, came in the next game as the Ruthless Rossies continued their good run in this battle of the 6-3 teams, and ran out 132.57 to 81.12 victors over the overmatched Crossmaglen Hitmen. The Rossies had a huge 28.50 point output from Darren Sproles, San Diego Running Back, and a 27 point outing from the much maligned Denver Bronco Defence. With this defeat the Crossmaglen Hitmen find themselves under pressure at 6-4 and in 5th place, but they are far from out of the running, while the Rossies leap up to 7-3 and 2nd place on points difference.

The 'we're not finished yet' performance of the week comes from the revamped L'Esprit de Biff, who had 21.10 points from Jason Campbell (QB-WAS) en route to a 91.72 to 67.53 point win over the shaneoneills. The oneills drop to bottom of the table on 2-8, while the Biffs move up to 8th place on points with a 6-4 record, and only 1 game out of the top 4. Quite a difference a win makes.

If the Biffs managed to meet the challenge at 5-4 from week 10, the Broncos couldn't quite do so, and are now in serious bother. They fall to 5-5, having come out the wrong end of a 74.11 to 46.03 result against the Cleveland Steamers. The Steamers have caused higher ranked teams bother before, and will do so again, even if their own 3-7 record probably means they are off the radar for the playoffs themselves.

Shock of the round in terms of the records of the respective teams is undoubtedly the crashing halt the 4-5 Lummoxes put to the previously unbeaten Bet with Paddy Power squad. A 70 point beating is a huge statement by the Lummoxes against an understrength Powers squad, and will give them a huge fillip for the rest of the season, as they move onto 5-5. The Powers stay clear on top, with two games to spare on 9-1 and remain favourites to top the table, although they may well be vulnerable in the playoffs if injuries don't clear up.

In another 6-3 battle, a costly managerial move by O'Neill's Chargers handed a 99.47 to 94.76 point win to the mayo warriors, who were doing battle without heavy hitter Tom Brady. In the circumstances Donovan McNabb's 30.87 at the helm of the Philadelphia Eagles was invaluable to the warriors, who move onto 7-3 and 3rd place on points. The Chargers are 6-4 and in 7th place, with 5 weeks to go.

It's coming along nicely.

1. Bet with Paddy Power 9-1-0 .900 1081.01 L-1 8 31
2. Ruthless Rossies 7-3-0 .700 934.12 W-7 12 27
3. mayo warriors 7-3-0 .700 913.42 W-6 13 20
4. Curragh Rams 7-3-0 .700 857.51 L-1 5 8
5. Crossmaglen Hitmen 6-4-0 .600 1064.00 L-1 10 19
6. hegans helmets 6-4-0 .600 983.40 W-1 4 9
7. O'Neill's Chargers 6-4-0 .600 955.47 L-2 17 12
8. L'Esprit de Biff 6-4-0 .600 843.64 W-1 14 25
9. Craigyhill Terrors 6-4-0 .600 815.69 L-2 16 8
10. Lurgan Langers 6-4-0 .600 788.87 L-2 3 4
11. Lummox Squad 57 5-5-0 .500 907.67 W-1 18 32
12. BallyhaiseBroncos 5-5-0 .500 905.58 L-1 15 18
13. Mayo Mafiosi 4-6-0 .400 747.86 L-1 9 40
14. Ardboe Astros 4-6-0 .400 722.52 W-2 7 6
15. Cleveland Steamers 3-7-0 .300 836.58 W-1 20 16
16. Faithful Turfmen 3-7-0 .300 836.21 L-1 11 14
17. Red Hand Helmets 3-7-0 .300 796.11 W-1 6 32
18. Galway Impactplayers 3-7-0 .300 777.22 W-2 19 14
19. Sydneys Sailors 2-8-0 .200 764.77 W-1 2 -
20. shane oneills 2-8-0 .200 681.50 L-4 1 -

Quote from: Rossie11 on November 12, 2007, 09:18:54 PM
Could be a costly one ONeill come end of season..
Although Deel had 15pts from a TE on the bench..
Leave him there again next week Deel..  :P

well rossie looks like the cull worked ;) any way you took me over ya fecker ya 

Best of the Best after Week 10.

Quarterbacks


1. Tom Brady (Patriots and mayo warriors)
   2686 yards 33 TDs 4 INTs,  2 Rushing TDs, 3 Fumbles Lost 275.67 points
2. Tony Romo (Cowboys and hegans helmets)
   2555 yards 23 TDs 11 INTs, 2 Rushing TDs, 2 Fumbles Lost 201.15 points
3. Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers and hegans helmets)
   2020 yards 22 TDs 7 INTS 1 Rushing TDs 2 Fumbles Lost 173.15 points
4. Derek Anderson (Browns and Red Hand Helmets)
   2231 yards 20 TDs 9 INTs 2 Rushing TDs 1 Fumble Lost  171.37 points
5. Peyton Manning (Colts and Curragh Rams)
   2386 yards 16 TDs 10 INTs 3 Rushing TDs 1 Fumble Lost  159.42 points
6. Brett Favre (Packers and O'Neills Chargers)
   2757 yards 16 TDs 8 INTs 0 Rushing TDs 2 Fumbles Lost 157.04 points
7. Carson Palmer (Bengals and Faithful Turfmen)
   2464 yards 16 TDs 10 INTs 0 Rushing TDs 1 Fumble Lost 145.58 points
8. Matt Hasselbeck (Seahawks and Lurgan Langers)
   2301 yards 15 TDs 8 INTs 0 Rushing TDs 2 Fumbles Lost 132.37 points
9. Donovan McNabb (Eagles and Mayo Warriors)
   2295 yards 13 TDs 4 INTs 0 Rushing TDs 4 Fumbles Lost 127.25 points
10.Drew Brees (Saints and Ruthless Rossies)
   2447 yards 14 TDs 12 INTs 0 Rushing TDs 3 Fumbles Lost 124.94 points
   
   
Wide Receivers
1. Randy Moss (Patriots and Galway ImpactPlayers)
   56 Receptions, 924 yards, 12 TDs 0 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs, 0 Fumbles Lost, 160.20 points
2. T.J. Houshmandzadeh (Bengals and O'Neill's Chargers)
   68 Receptions, 719 yards, 10 TDs, 0 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs, 1 Fumble Lost, 135.95 points
3. Wes Welker (Patriots and Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   61 Receptions, 651 yards, 7 TDs, 389 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs, 0 Fumbles Lost 131.15 points
4. Terrell Owens (Cowboys and Cleveland Steamers)
   50 Receptions, 855 yards, 8 TDs, 0 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs,  0 Fumbles Lost 127.00 points
5. Braylon Edwards (Browns and shane oneills)
   43 Receptions, 752 yards, 10 TDs,  0 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs,  1 Fumble Lost 125.10 points
6. Reggie Wayne  (Colts and O'Neill's Chargers)
   59 Receptions, 870 yards, 6 TDs, 0 Return Yards, 0 Return TDs, 1 Fumble Lost 118.70 points
7. Joshua Cribbs (Browns and Lummox Squad 57)
   1 Reception 7 Yards, 0 TDs,  1348 Return Yards,  2 Return TDs,  0 Fumbles Lost 117.40 points
8. Devin Hester (Bears and Lurgan Langers)
   7 Receptions 142 Yards 1 TD 948 Return Yards 3 Return TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 104.80 points
9. Nate Burleson (Seahawks and Ardboe Astros)
   28 Receptions 358 Yards 3 TDs 614 Return Yards 2 Return TDs 1 Fumble Lost 104.25 points
10.Plaxico Burress (Giants and Bet with Paddy Power)
   41 Receptions 588 Yards 8 TDs 0 Return Yards 0 Return TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 102.40 points
   
Running Backs

1. Adrian Peterson (Vikings and Craigyhill Terrors)
   1081 Rush Yards 8 Rush TDs 15 Rec 220 Rec Yards 1 Rec TD  324 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 3 Fumbles Lost 163.25 Points
2. Brian Westbrook (Eagles and Bet with Paddy Power)
   701 Rush Yards 5 Rush TDs 54 Rec 518 Rec Yards 4 Rec TDs 0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 151.45 Points
3. LaDainian Tomlinson  (Chargers and Craigyhill Terrors)
   733 Rush Yards 8 Rush TDs 36 Rec 269 Rec Yards 1 Rec TD 0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 135.44 Points
4. Joseph Addai (Colts and Sydneys Sailors)
   760 Rush Yards 7 Rush TDs 25 Rec 221 Rec Yards 2 Rec TDs 0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 126.05 Points
5. Maurice Jones-Drew (Jaguars and Faithful Turfmen)
   536 Rush Yards 5 Rush TDs 23 Rec 235 Rec Yards 0 Rec TDs 597 Ret Yards 1 Ret TD  2 Fumbles Lost  123.40 Points
6. Leon Washington (Jets and Curragh Rams)
   127 Rush Yards 1 Rush TD 21 Rec 118 Rec Yards 0 Rec TDs 896 Ret Yards 3 Ret TDs  1 Fumble Lsot  111.55 Points
7. Ronnie Brown (Dolphins - On IR)
   602 Rush Yards 4 Rush TDs 39 Rec 389 Rec Yards 1 Rec TD 0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs  0 Fumble Lost 109.55 Points
8. Reggie Bush (Saints and Galway ImpactPlayers)
   451 Rush Yards 4 Rush TDs 55 Rec 304 REc Yards 2 Rec TDs 12 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 1 Fumble Lost 106.85 Points
9. Marshawn Lynch (Bills and Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   751 Rush Yards 6 Rush TDs 15 Rec 120 Rec Yards 0 Rec TDs  0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 99.21 Points
10.Clinton Portis (Redskins and Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   766 Rush Yards 6 Rush TDs 23 Rec 176 Rec Yards 0 Rec TDs 0 Ret Yards 0 Ret TDs 2 Fumbles Lost 98.60 Points
   
Tight Ends

1. Antonio Gates (Chargers and Sydneys Sailors)
   50 Receptions 675 Receiving Yards 5 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 95.75 Points
2. Tony Gonzalez (Chiefs and Ballyhaise Broncos)
   55 Receptions 644 Receiving Yards 4 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 89.70 Points
3. Jason Witten (Cowboys and O'Neill's Chargers)
   47 Receptions 629 Receiving Yards 5 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 89.45 Points
4. Kellen Winslow (Browns and Galway ImpactPlayers)
   47 Receptions 703 Receiving Yards 4 TDs 1 Fumble Lost  85.65 Points
5. Heath Miller (Steelers and Lummox Squad 57)
   31 Receptions 421 Receiving Yards 6 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 74.05 Points
6. Dallas Clark (Colts and Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   34 Receptions 403 Receiving Yards 6 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 73.85  Points
7. Jeremy Shockey (Giants and Ardboe Astros)
   43 Receptions 487 Receiving Yards 3 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 67.15 Points
8. Chris Cooley (Redskins and shane oneills)
   32 Receptions 310 Receiving Yards 5 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 66.00 Points
9. Benjamin Watson (Patriots and Cleveland Steamers)
   20 Receptions 232 Receiving Yards 5 TDs 0 Fumbles Lost 54.15 Points
10.Donald Lee (Packers and mayo warriors)
   33 Receptions 409 Receiving Yards 2 TDs 1 Fumble Lost  47.45 Points
   
Kickers

1. Rob Bironas  (Titans and Ballyhaise Broncos)
   22 FG Made, 2 FG Missed, 16 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 86 points
2. Nick Folk (Cowboys and Lummox Squad 57)
   15 FG Made, 2 FG Missed, 35 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 82 points
3. Shayne Graham (Bengals and Sydneys Sailors)
   19 FG Made, 1 FG missed, 20 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 80 points
4. Stephen Gostkowski (Patriots and Mayo Mafiosi)
   11 FG Made, 1 FG missed, 46 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 78.50 points
5. Mason Crosby (Packers and Faithful Turfmen)
   18 FG Made, 4 FG missed, 24 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 78 points
6. Kris Brown  (Tesxans and Ruthless Rossies)
   18 FG Made, 2 FG missed, 19 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 77.50 points
7. Josh Brown (Seahawks and L'Esprit de Biff)
   17 FG Made, 2 FG missed, 20 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 74 points
8. Jeff Reed (Steelers and Curragh Rams)
   14 FG Made, 1 FG missed, 29 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 72.50 points
9. Jason Hanson (Lions and Galway ImpactPlayers)
   16 FG Made, 4 FG missed, 23 PAT made, 1 PAT missed, 67.50 points
10.Matt Stover (Ravens and on Waiver Wire)
   18 FG Made, 3 FG missed, 12 PAT made, 0 PAT missed, 66 points
   
Defensive Teams

1. San Diego (Cleveland Steamers)
   161 Pts Allow 19.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 17 INTs 10 Fumbles Rec 3 TDs 0 Blk Kicks 2 Ret TDs 143.00 Points
2. Detroit (Galway ImpactPlayers)
   202 Pts Allow 26.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 15 INTs 13 Fumbles Rec 3 TDs 3 Blk Kicks 1 Ret TDs 138.00 Points
3. New England (Curragh Rams)
   135 Pts Allow 25.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 12 INTs 8 Fumbles Rec 3 TDs 0 Blk Kicks 2 Ret TDs 134.00 Points
4. Seattle (mayo warriors)
   133 Pts Allow 26.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 9 INTs 10 Fumbles Rec 0 TDs 0 Blk Kicks 2 Ret TDs 126.00 Points
=5.Green Bay (shane oneills)
   142 Pts Allow 26.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 9 INTs 7 Fumbles Rec 3 TDs 0 Blk Kicks 0 Ret TDs 122.00 Points
=5.Pittsburgh (Bet with Paddy Power)
   120 Pts Allow 25.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 7 INTs 10 Fumbles Rec 1 TDs 0 Blk Kicks 1 Ret TDs 122.00 Points
7. Tennessee (Ballyhaise Broncos)
   140 Pts Allow 23.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 13 INTs 8 Fumbles Rec 2 TDs 1 Blk Kick 0 Ret TDs 118.00 Points
8. Chicago (mayo warriors)
   175 Pts Allow 29.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 6 INTs 10 Fumbles Rec 0 TDs 5 Blk Kick 3 Ret TDs 117.00 Points
9. New York (Ardboe Astros)
   182 Pts Allow 32.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 9 INTs 7 Fumbles Rec 3 TDs 0 Blk Kick 0 Ret TDs 114.00 Points
10.Minnesota (Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   176 Pts Allow 19.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 8 INTS 10 Fumbles Rec 4 TDs 0 Blk Kick 0 Ret TDs 113.00 Points
   
Defensive Players

1. Terrence McGee (Bills and Ruthless Rossies)
   35 Tackles 0.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 2 INTs  0 Forced Fumble 0 Fumbles Rec 0 TD 16 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 88.80 Points
2. James Harrison (Steelers and Galway ImpactPlayers)
   48 Tackles 6.5 Sacks 0 Safeties 1 INTs 6 Forced Fumble 3 Fumbles Rec 0 TD 2 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 66.50 Points
3. Mike Vrabel (Patriots and Curragh Rams)
   35 Tackles 8.5 Sacks 0 Safeties 0 INTs 5 Forced Fumble 0 Fumbles Rec 0 TD 0 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 66.30 Points
4. Ellis Hobbs (Patriots and Ardboe Astros)
   30 Tackles 1.0 Sack 0 Safeties 0 INTs 1 Forced Fumble 0 Fumbles Rec 0 TD 5 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 66.05 Points
5. DeMeco Ryans (Texans and Cleveland Steamers)
   62 Tackles 2.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 1 INT 1 Forced Fumble 3 Fumbles Rec 1 TD 3 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 58.50 Points
6. Julian Peterson (Seahawks and Lummox Squad 57)
   41 Tackles 8.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 1 INT 4 Forced Fumbles 1 Fumble Rec 0 TD 1 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick  57.50 Points
=7.Osi Umenyiora (Giants and Ardboe Astros)
   24 Tackles 9.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 0 INT 3 Forced Fumbles 2 Fumbles Rec 1 TD 0 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 55.00 Points
=7.Thomas Howard (Raiders and Crossmaglen Hitmen)
   49 Tackles 1.0 Sack 0 Safeties 4 INTs 0 Forced Fumbles 0 Fumbles Rec 2 TD 8 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 55.00 Points
9. Antonio Cromartie (Chargers and Ballyhaise Broncos)
   19 Tackles 0.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 6 INTs 0 Forced Fumbles 1 Fumble Rec 2 TD 12 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 53.50 Points
10.Charles Woodson (Packers and L'Esprit de Biff)
   35 Tackles 0.0 Sacks 0 Safeties 3 INTs 0 Forced Fumbles 1 Fumble Rec 2 TD 6 Passes Def 0 Blk Kick 52.80 Points

Out of that list of seventy I have the number 7 ranked kicker and the number 10 ranked defensive player.

Let this be a lesson to anyone not to miss the draft.  :-[

Quote from: Lone Shark on November 14, 2007, 05:22:41 PM
Out of that list of seventy I have the number 7 ranked kicker and the number 10 ranked defensive player.

Let this be a lesson to anyone not to miss the draft.  :-[

low odds on you missing the draft next year then lone shark ;)

Lone Shark only after finding a trade proposal you sent me a few weeks ago.
parker/stallworth for henry/driver
Apologies I never replied. Dont know how its slipped the net.
Prob wouldnt have accepted either way

Friday is the trading deadline - should we expect a flurry of activity?

anybody want an oakland QB?

i'll not be missing next years draft either...

Quote from: fntn on November 14, 2007, 09:52:57 PM
anybody want an oakland QB?

i'll not be missing next years draft either...

I'll give ya Pennington

anyone want to trade a RB for Larry Johnson?

I dont know, I missed the draft as well and looking back at the team I started with, I only have 7 remaining and none of them anything to shout about.
I just need brady or manning to be rested and the league is over ;D

Yeah, but the playoffs are one off games bombidal. It'll be nervy for you even if you make it :D

it will be on a par to watching kilkenny play offaly in hurling... anything can happen on a one off game, 15 v 15 etc.... but really it will be a cake walk... 8)

Like against Turk last week? :D

might as well give bombidal the trophy az he has got it in the bag ;). On a side note watching the green bay match last week and during the commentray is was said how favre was helping one of the players who was banned because of substance abuse, because of his own personal experience, was he ever banned himself for drug taking?

Quote from: AZOffaly on November 15, 2007, 02:06:43 PM
Like against Turk last week? :D

sure I was resting my guys, leaving westbrook & co on the bench. If no one else can challenge me I have to challenge myself

He (Favre) was addicted to painkillers for a long time. I don't know if alcohol was involved or not, I can't remember. I don't think he ever was done for taking drugs.

Yeah AZ is right

QuoteWhile being treated for various injuries, Brett Favre developed an addiction to vicodin, which became publicly known when he suffered a seizure during a hospital visit. Amid an NFL investigation, he went public to avoid any rumors about his condition. In May 1996 he went into treatment and remained in rehabilitation for 46 days. Had he chosen not to go, the NFL would have imposed a $900,000 fine.

On a side note – I'll be going to see the Great Man play in a few weeks time – I hope it's the game that he breaks Marino's passing yards record.

Stew and myself will have some shindig that weekend

Somewhat controversial name change there - the ultimate smack talk maneouvre.

For a manager with no Superbowl rings on the fingers, questions could be asked.....  :D

No trophies handed out in November :D

ah now c'mon fair play to him- excellent way of stirring it up...

Are you kidding me? My kicker scores -1 and I lose by less than a point? Aaaaarrrrgggghhhh
Actually time wise it was the lendale fumble this evening but that's just painful...

I would like to wish everybody the best of luck in trying to make it to the play-offs. Allready i feel for who ever finishes 4th in the league. No one remembers a losing semi finalist. Also might I ask am I the only one who objected to the moose jones trade there on the last day before the trade deadline ? It doesnt really matter to myself as my destiny is written but there is a runners up spot to play for.   

Well done rossie bet me fair and square wished mc nabb could have played the full match could have been tighter. I'm just fullfilling a fixture against the champs elect this week ;)  

Quote from: the Deel Rover on November 20, 2007, 03:01:59 PM
Well done rossie bet me fair and square wished mc nabb could have played the full match could have been tighter. I'm just fullfilling a fixture against the champs elect this week ;)  

If you are humble and nice as the week continues I might rest a few of my big guns, give my reserves a run out and help you out a bit. ;D

Quote from: bombidal on November 20, 2007, 03:27:53 PM

Quote from: the Deel Rover on November 20, 2007, 03:01:59 PM
Well done rossie bet me fair and square wished mc nabb could have played the full match could have been tighter. I'm just fullfilling a fixture against the champs elect this week ;)  

If you are humble and nice as the week continues I might rest a few of my big guns, give my reserves a run out and help you out a bit. ;D

of course i will i'm looking forward to pitting my wits against one of the greatest coaches ever in the history of fantasy football ;)

Thursday matches this week?

3 games on Thursday Shane - it's Thanksgiving

Packers @ Lions
Jets @ Cowboys
Colts @ Falcons

QuoteWell done rossie bet me fair and square wished mc nabb could have played the full match could have been tighter. I'm just fullfilling a fixture against the champs elect this week   

Hard luck deel.. Undoubtably you were keeping the power dry for this week. best of luck..

QuoteAlso might I ask am I the only one who objected to the moose jones trade there on the last day before the trade deadline ?

Getting worried about opposition all of a sudden are we??

Thought you done well out the Fitzgerald trade.. Getting rid of a crock for a stud receiver..
Now that you have the dream team I am gonna be an "idiot" again this week and vote for you..

Roll on week 13.. See can our Rookie leader handle the pressure

Quote from: bombidal on November 20, 2007, 03:01:34 PM
I would like to wish everybody the best of luck in trying to make it to the play-offs. Allready i feel for who ever finishes 4th in the league. No one remembers a losing semi finalist. Also might I ask am I the only one who objected to the moose jones trade there on the last day before the trade deadline ? It doesnt really matter to myself as my destiny is written but there is a runners up spot to play for.   

I can't speak for LS but I was happy enough getting Muhammed. Jones, like Frank Gore before him, has under performed for me this season and I had to cut him loose. Ironically, I dropped him for Sunday and he produces his best performance of the year against the Steelers - like many of the guys I've gotten rid of. C'est la vie.

Quote from: the onion bag on November 20, 2007, 10:28:28 PM

Quote from: bombidal on November 20, 2007, 03:01:34 PM
I would like to wish everybody the best of luck in trying to make it to the play-offs. Allready i feel for who ever finishes 4th in the league. No one remembers a losing semi finalist. Also might I ask am I the only one who objected to the moose jones trade there on the last day before the trade deadline ? It doesnt really matter to myself as my destiny is written but there is a runners up spot to play for.   

I can't speak for LS but I was happy enough getting Muhammed. Jones, like Frank Gore before him, has under performed for me this season and I had to cut him loose. Ironically, I dropped him for Sunday and he produces his best performance of the year against the Steelers - like many of the guys I've gotten rid of. C'est la vie.

For my part I was chronically short of starting RB's and with Javon Walker hopefully going to come back soon and Mike Furrey now moving up the roster of Lions receivers my receiving corps could sustain the loss. Obviously Jones is looking better after having his best week of the yea, but I certainly thought it was fair enough from my side too.

is the trading season over now?

yep

ok, as long as everyone is happy im happy, I said it before the trade doesnt affect me as I will win the championship either way. And as for the pressure what pressure am I under this week ? Nothing but another stroll in the park for my boys.

You remind me of Tony Romo last season.. the brash new kid on the block blitzing teams..
When it came to the crunch in play offs fumbled the snap for the match winning field goal to blow it all..

Might be changing that name to Comical sometime v soon boyo..

Would it be impossible to transfer in players for Sunday's game after today's games?

I don't think so O'Neill - If they play today – then you'll not be able to put them back on the bench and stick someone else in

But what about players who won't play til Sunday? Can you replace them?

If they haven't played you can change them up until kick off

Shane
I see your chargers have gotten off to some start with Farve trhowing for 325 + 3TD's

compared to TJ Duckett 6 runs for 29 yards for me :'(

dont think il be winning the matchup this weekend.

27.57 to 1.45 after that game.

However, your 2 QBs are well capable of matching Favre's tally as my other QB is a dud.

any of ye know if you can find out fantasy points for players before the league has been updated?

cheers

Quote from: ONeill on November 22, 2007, 09:18:03 PM
27.57 to 1.45 after that game.

However, your 2 QBs are well capable of matching Favre's tally as my other QB is a dud.

Where do you see your points oneill ?

I have the stat tracker thingy

I'm 58-8 up overnight.

Quote from: ONeill on November 23, 2007, 09:55:17 AM
I have the stat tracker thingy

I'm 58-8 up overnight.

You have that one in the bag i'd say, does it just track your team you wouldn't be able to see how i'm doing against champion elect ;)

It tallies all games. I can check it when I go home and post it up tonight - work bans that site as 'gaming'!

I do recall that the champs elect has a good 20-30 point lead.

Ah sh*t just hope my man brady has a big game at the weekend i feel a bit like ricky hatton against pretty boy he is doing a lot of trash talking :D

Quote from: the Deel Rover on November 23, 2007, 10:04:13 AM
Ah sh*t just hope my man brady has a big game at the weekend i feel a bit like ricky hatton against pretty boy he is doing a lot of trash talking :D

Your one man band is going to come unstuck.  + Like Mayweather I am just speaking the truth. This one should be called off due to the battering you are going to take. You will be lucky to get within 50 pts of me.

good morning bombidal the self proclaimed special one ;)

Quote from: Rossie11 on November 22, 2007, 07:57:08 PM
You remind me of Tony Romo last season.. the brash new kid on the block blitzing teams..
When it came to the crunch in play offs fumbled the snap for the match winning field goal to blow it all..

Might be changing that name to Comical sometime v soon boyo..

It is quiet nice to see your support of my lads this weekend with your vote for my victory.
Deep down you guys all know what way this season is going to end.
You lot can put as many happy faces after your messages as your want.
My record speaks for itself. How can you stop an unstoppable irresistible force? One cannot, just sit back and watch with awe and admiration.
Also Id think myself a Tom Brady more than a Romo but honestly I think im even on a level above these guys.
I could go on all day but i must do some work....

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BallyhaiseBroncos
   6.70    
O'Neill's Chargers
   58.02
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Cleveland Steamers
   15.40    
Faithful Turfmen
   39.94
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L'Esprit de Biff
   5.55    
Curragh Rams
   30.14
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Galway Impactplayers
   25.50
Ardboe Astros
   16.20
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Sydneys Sailors
   9.90    
Mayo Mafiosi
   31.15
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Craigyhill Terrors
   7.25    
hegans helmets
   41.65
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Red Hand Helmets
   10.25    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   22.98
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Ruthless Rossies
   0.00    
Lurgan Langers
   15.95
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shane oneills
   34.30    
Lummox Squad 57
   39.00
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League Champs 07/08
   23.25    
mayo warriors
   6.00

After the early Sunday games:

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BallyhaiseBroncos
   39.10    

O'Neill's Chargers
   106.27


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Cleveland Steamers
   30.80    
Faithful Turfmen
   83.55


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L'Esprit de Biff
   47.09    
Curragh Rams
   60.78


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Galway Impactplayers
   80.97    
Ardboe Astros
   39.80


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Sydneys Sailors
   50.65    
Mayo Mafiosi
   73.22


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Craigyhill Terrors
   51.37    
hegans helmets
   64.15


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Red Hand Helmets
   112.96    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   64.53


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Ruthless Rossies
   72.15    
Lurgan Langers
   56.14


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shane oneills
   64.45    
Lummox Squad 57
   100.82


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League Champs 07/08
   57.88    
mayo warriors
   29.30

The provisional table at this point has:

League Champs 11-1
Ruthless 9-3
Biff 8-4

and 7 players on 7-5 !!!!

you know its not to be when the New Orleans Saints Defense gets 5 Takeaways in a game.  :o  :'(

Congrats O Neil

and best of luck in the playoffs.

ONeil,
did u pay for the stat tracker?

Too close to predict play-offs. Although I have the dead duck 'shane oneills' next, I end with Curragh Rams - probably a winner takes all. I see your last 3 games are against the top 3....you'll have the biggest say in who goes where. . .

Quote from: DrinkingHarp on November 25, 2007, 09:31:56 PM
ONeil,
did u pay for the stat tracker?

Aye, twas something like £5 for the year.

i am no match up at all without a fit Larry Johnson,

talk about a bust for the third overall pick of the fantasy draft.

You had a 20-pointer on the bench in D Hall.

he will definetely be starting against Bombidal anyway ;)

Taking him down a peg or two is my only goal now.

Looks like you're going to reel me in somewhat before tonight's out.

The Rams v Biff match-up is to-ing and fro-ing.

I can't see how I'm even close. I dropped the Tampa defence who earned six turnovers and conceded 13 points, for the Arizona defence with 0 turnovers and conceding a binload. By the time his lads are finished counting he'll beat me by around 30 I'd say.

Need a 3-0 finish from here.

Some still have players playing tonight:

BallyhaiseBroncos 75.79
O'Neill's Chargers 109.47

Cleveland Steamers 108.22
Faithful Turfmen 108.10

L'Esprit de Biff 73.24
Curragh Rams 91.33

Galway Impactplayers 85.92
Ardboe Astros 51.85

Sydneys Sailors 124.12
Mayo Mafiosi 80.27

Craigyhill Terrors 85.10
hegans helmets 86.90

Red Hand Helmets 119.06
Crossmaglen Hitmen 105.29

Ruthless Rossies 97.40
Lurgan Langers 98.74

shane oneills 85.27
Lummox Squad 57 115.57

League Champs 07/08 146.18
mayo warriors 68.15

Quote from: ONeill on November 26, 2007, 09:09:54 AM
Cleveland Steamers 108.22
Faithful Turfmen 108.10

i finally won a close one!

just hope yahoo don't change the scores later

Mini reports coming up later lads, but it looks as if Bet with Paddy Power are walking the walk as well as talking the talk. 160+ points is fairly unreal. What lug gave him Larry Fitzgerald?

he sure is az then again i was only playing with one Qb :P it looks fairly tight to see who will be there along with the champions elect in the play offs

Can any of you remember a higher score over the last 3 years?

lads have to admit we are in the midst of greatness

I certainly cannot remember a higher score in a given week. In fact, with 3 weeks of the regular season left he is on track to beat all sorts of records.

1) Winningest season - 2006 Hegan's Boyos 13-2. BwPP currently 11-1
2) Total Points scored - 2005 Big Apple Orchards with 1512 (11-4 record). BwPP currently 1348 (only 20 behind the 1368 scored by 2006 best score Gallowglasses (8-7!!!) record.)
3) Weekly average - 2005 Big Apple Orchards (100.82 after 15 weeks). BwPP currently 112.38 after 12 weeks.

I'll end on a note of caution though. The highest point scorer has never won the Superbowl.

are you feckin kidding me Big Ben starts and score 1.85 and I lose by .4?
Feckin Steelers- cant trust them this season at all. Thats 2 wins needed to have a prayer with the consolation bowl- feck that, I thought I was a contender this year...
Bugger

i think my hopes for the play offs are gone up in smoke no help that mc nabb is injured could do with him this weekend  :(

Well the results for week 12 are in, and the picture at the top of the standings is a little clearer, although still very, very tight. The league leading Bet with Paddy Power squad have clinched the first playoff berth with an 11-1 record following their huge tally and win over the mayo warriors.

Faithful Turfmen 108.10 - 108.22 Cleveland Steamers
A heartbreaking loss for the Turfmen has dropped them to second bottom of the league on a 3-9 record, despite posting a very respectable tally, as a -0.45 point return from DeShaun Foster (RB-CAR) cost them dearly. Carson Palmer (QB-CIN) had a good week with 23.66 points, hooking up with Chad johnson for 3 passing TDs, while Maurice Jones-Drew (RB-JAC), Marion Crosby (K-GB) and the Dallas Defence all contributed well in a vain attempt to gain win number 4 for the season. The Steamers will be delighted with this win as they have come out on the wrong side of several close decisions already, and Trent Dilfer (QB-SF), Terrell Owens (WR-DAL), the San Diego Defence and most of all Frank Gore (RB-SF, 116 rushing, 2 Rush TDs, 98 rec yards, 30.20 points) powered them on to victory and a 5-7 record, which still gives them a mathematical chance of reaching the shield playoffs.

Curragh Rams 95.08 - 73.24 L'Esprit de Biff
A huge game in the big picture was decided, largly, by a vintage Peyton Manning (QB-IND) performance. The Colts main man contributed 23.44 points of his teams tally, to go along with big nights for Sidney Rice (WR-MIN), Deion Branch (WR-SEA), Steve Breaston (WR-ARI) and the Patriots Defence. The Biffs will be reeling from this loss, as it could well be pivotal in deciding post-season participation or not. Jason Campbell (QB-WAS), David Garrard (QB-JAC) and Andre Hall (RB-DEN) had brave efforts, but it wasn't enough to make up the ground. The Biffs drop to 7-5 and 9th place on points scored, albeit only 1 game out of 3rd place. The Rams meanwhile have stopped the recent rot and are consolidated in 4th place on an 8-4 record. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to work out the impact if this game had gone the other way.

Ardboe Astros 51,85 - 94.82 Galway ImpactPlayers
The leagues lowest scoring team were no match for the ImpactPlayers in this battle of 4-7 teams, and the Astros, weakened by no starting QB, could only point to Atlanta wideout Roddy White and New England Defender Ellis Hobbs when looking for good performers. In contrast the ImpactPlayers had fairly even production all throughout, even without 1 QB and a Defence that contributed -2 points. Plexico Burress (WR-NYG), Kellen Winslow (WR-CLE) and Jason Hanson (K-DET) were the stars as the ImpactPlayers move on to 5-7 and 15th place, while the Astros 4-8 puts them in 18th position.

Mayo Mafiosi 80.27 - 123.27 Sydney's Sailors
The 4-7 Mafiosi were on the receiving end of a comprehensive beating from the surprising Sailors, as the erstwhile 3-8 team put up a very healthy 123+ points. Arizona QB Kurt Warner was the hero with 24.68 points, while Marques Colston (WR-NO), Isaac Bruce (WR-STL), Antonio Gates (TE-SD) and the 49ers Defence also weighed in heavily. The Mafiosi had good weekends from Kenny Watson (RB-CIB), Marion Barber (RB-DAL), Roscoe Parrish (WR-BUF) and the Colts Defence, but it was 40 points too little. The Mafiosi are now in 17th position on 4-8, while the Sailors, on the same record are in 16th place on points scored.

Hegans Helmets 89.25 - 89.45 Craigyhill Terrors
The Helmets may well have kissed goodbye to the playoffs with this gut-wrenching loss, as their 6-5 record became 6-6 thanks in part to Ben Roethlisbergers (QB-PIT) no-show in the mudbath against Miami. Tony Romo (QB-DAL), Willis McGahee (RB-BUF), Jeroius Norwood (RB-ATL) and Patrick Willis (DL-SF) had put them in a position to claim a come from behind victory, but it was not to be, as the Craigyhill Terrors, backboned by Philip Rivers (QB-SD), Matt Schaub (QB-HOU) and Ryan Longwell (K-MIN) held on for a vital win, which boosts their own hopes hugely. The Helmets fall to 6-6 and 10th place, while the Terrors are in 3rd position on 8-4.

Crossmaglen Hitmen 106.90 - 119.06 Red Hand Helmets
The Hitmen's hopes took a real tumble this weekend in a high scoring game against the Red Hand Helmets. Previously on 7-4, the performances of Wes Welker (WR-NE), Dallas Clark (TE-IND), Yamon Figurs (WR-BAL) and the Minnesota Defence, with 37 points, were not enough in this case to seal a win as Derek Anderson (QB-CLE), Chad Johnson (WR-CIN, 31.15 points), Rudi Johnson (RB-CIN), Chester Taylor (RB-MIN), Anthony Gonzalez (WR-IND) and Josh Scobee (K-JAC) drove the Helmets on to a good win. With the loss the Hitmen fall to 5th spot at the head of a grou of 7-5 teams on points scored, while the Helmets move on to 5-7.

Lurgan Langers 98.74 - 101.85 Ruthless Rossies
In yet another high quality game the Ruthless Rossies may well have put the Langers' hopes to the sword, while at the same time giving themselves a massive lift towards the playoffs. Inspired by Drew Brees (QB-NO) and helped by Earnest Graham (RB-TB) and Owen Daniels (TE-HOU), the Rossies managed to do enough to hold off the Langers, for whom Devin Hester had another spectacular night as the Bears kick returning WR amassed 35.15 points on 232 return yards with 2 return touchdowns. Justin Fargas (RB-OAK) and Kevin Jones (RB-DET) also had big nights, but the Langers fell just short. With the victory the Rossies march into a sole hold on second place at 9-3, while the Langers are marooned on 6-6 in 11th place.

Lummox Squad 57 116.61 - 85.27 ShaneOneills
The Lummoxes put the oneills to the sword with a nice tally of 116.61 points in week 12, thus condemning the oneills to the basement of the league, while keeping their own hopes alive. Calvin Johnson (WR-DET), Fred Taylor (RB-JAC), Kolby Smith (RB-KC), Donald Driver (WR-GB), Brandon Marshall (WR-DEN) and Nick Folk (K-DAL) combined for an impressive array of 10+ point scorers, while the oneills answered via Braylon Edwards (WR-CLE), Greg Jennings (WR-GB), Chris Cooley (TE-WAS) and Terrence Newman (DB-DAL). The win propels the Lummoxes on to 7th spot on 7-5, while the oneills fall to 2-10 and last place.

O'Neill's Chargers 109.47 - 75.79 Ballyhaise Broncos
The Chargers bounced back this week in style, as the season continues to go south for the Broncos, as they lose their 3rd on the bounce. Brett Favre (QB-GB) was the hero for the Chargers, not for the first time, and he was ably backed up by Reggie Wayne (WR-IND), Steven Jackson (RB-STL), Jason Witten (TE-DAL) and the Saints 'D'. The Broncos had good nights from Jay Cutler (QB-DEN) and Kevin Walter (WR-HOU) but it was never going to be enough. The Chargers are back up to 7-5 and 6th spot, while the Broncos tumble to 5-7 (from 5-4) and into 13th spot.

mayo warriors 68.15 - 169.18 Bet with Paddy Power
The new name League Champs 07/08 may be a little premature, but such confidence has to be excused on the back of results and performances like this. In 3 years of the GAABoard Superbowl, one cannot recall such a large total in a single week, and by virtue of it, and the now 11-1 mark, the clear leaders of the regular season find themselves guaranteed a position in the Superbowl playoffs, and 1 more win will surely clinch top seeding as well. The warriors were simply unable to compete with Donovan McNabb (QB-PHI) out, but truth be told, they would have needed about 5 Donovan McNabbs playing well to close this gap. Tom Brady (QB-NE), Robbie Gould (K-CHI) and the Seattle Defence tried hard, but to no avail. Sometimes words are unable to describe events properly, so a look at the bare statistics may be better when it comes to the BwPP squad in week 12.
A.J. Feely (QB-PHI) 345 passing yards, 3 TDs, 23 points.
Reggie Brown (WR-PHI) 45 yards, 1 TD, 11.25 points.
Jamal Lewis (RB-CLE) 134 rush yards, 1 TD, 16.35 points
Brian Westbrook (RB-PHI) 52 rush yards, 1 TD, 14 points
Vernon Davis (TE-SF) 45 rec yards, 1 TD, 11.25 points
Larry Fitzgerald (WR-ARI) 156 rec yards, 2 TDs, 28.80 points
Ryan Grant (RB-GB) 101 rush yards, 1 TD, 17.60 points
Pittsburgh Defence 0 points allowed, 4 sacks, 2 Fumbs recovered, 23 points.

Pretty impressive stuff, and all in all a strong statement to the rest of the league as they sail imperiously on to 11-1, while the warriors need to forget this very soon, as they are still well in the running at 7-5.

With 3 regular weeks left, there is a big race developing at the top with 8 teams still in very realistic contention for 3 places, and a further 2 not completely dead yet.

Correct me if I am wrong but arent there are extra points available this year.
For example Larry Fitz would "only" have got 7.5pts for his 150yards and 12 for TDs giving him 19.5.
Think there are bonus pts for reaching 100, 150 etc.
Shame to waste a fluke score like that in regular season..  :P

He got Fitzgerald for Burgess.. robbery..

Packers Cowboys tonight.
O'Neill you playing yourself this week??

Wheres our champ?? Looks like is down a QB this week... cracks appearing..

How humiliating that would be - to lose to a nonentity pretending to be me but hasn't looked at the thing since the start!!!

The nightmare has become a reality. My 20+ reliable, Favre, injures his wrist and scores minus 2.


shane oneills
   15.35    

O'Neill's Chargers
   6.32


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Lummox Squad 57
   21.80    
Faithful Turfmen
   20.00


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Cleveland Steamers
   21.30
Curragh Rams
   0.00


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L'Esprit de Biff
   0.00    
Ardboe Astros
   0.00


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Galway Impactplayers
   1.00    
Mayo Mafiosi
   9.40


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Sydneys Sailors
   0.00    
hegans helmets
   36.68


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   0.00    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   0.00


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Red Hand Helmets
   0.00    
Lurgan Langers
   0.50


#
BallyhaiseBroncos
   0.00    
mayo warriors
   3.00


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Ruthless Rossies
   0.00    
League Champs 07/08
   22.40

Good battle in prospect in the Offaly match up between myself and Turk. His kicker has given him the advantage, but Donald Driver didn't run up a huge score.

league champ 07/08 keeping very quite this week whats up?

LATEST:

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shane oneills
   38.40
O'Neill's Chargers
   84.45

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Lummox Squad 57
   59.68    
Faithful Turfmen
   73.02


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Cleveland Steamers
   94.05    
Curragh Rams
   101.66


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L'Esprit de Biff
   91.01    
Ardboe Astros
   60.95


#
Galway Impactplayers
   45.07    
Mayo Mafiosi
   70.76


#
Sydneys Sailors
   40.33    
hegans helmets
   86.43


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   119.27    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   95.51


#
Red Hand Helmets
   79.29    
Lurgan Langers
   68.92


#
BallyhaiseBroncos
   48.67    
mayo warriors
   58.70


#
Ruthless Rossies
   67.12    
League Champs 07/08
   86.10

Latest Standings:

League Champs 12-1
Ruthless 9-4
Craigyhill 9-4
Curragh 9-4
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O'Neill 8-5
Mayo W 8-5
Biff 8-5

any score updates after MNF?

the steamers had a close one this week as well

Finals from week 13

Curragh Rams 124.91
Cleveland Steamers 127.44

Lummox Squad 57 73.28
Faithful Turfmen 79.33

L'Esprit de Biff 105.76
Ardboe Astros 84.35

Galway Impactplayers 86.32
Mayo Mafiosi 81.41

Sydneys Sailors 50.93
hegans helmets 118.86

Craigyhill Terrors 120.27
Crossmaglen Hitmen 123.32

Red Hand Helmets 110.70
Lurgan Langers 88.69

shane oneills 80.40
O'Neill's Chargers 112.18

BallyhaiseBroncos 61.11
mayo warriors 98.19

Ruthless Rossies 96.96
League Champs 07/08 107.95


with a come from behind win by my good self and high score of the week  ;D

very tight for the playoff places should be an interesting 2 weeks 

Curragh Rams 124.91
Cleveland Steamers 127.44


Sick as a dog..... >:(

Sorry there losers was a way for a few weeks sunning myself. ( have a lovely tan now ) Nice to see my guys still performing as expected in hammering a couple of my harshest critics. As Ali once said ' it aint bragging if you can back it up '.

Welcome back bombidal hope you didn't get sunstroke when you were on holidays :P

Hi Lads,

I was off the board since Friday. Great result for the Turfmen in the Offaly battle with the Lummoxes. Now to see if I can dent the Chargers' hopes. Fantastic run in with 2 regular season weeks left. 9 teams still in contention for the remaining 3 'Superbowl' slots, with 7 of them all within a game of each other.

Quote from: AZOffaly on November 27, 2007, 04:50:20 PM
mayo warriors 68.15 - 169.18 Bet with Paddy Power
The new name League Champs 07/08 may be a little premature, but such confidence has to be excused on the back of results and performances like this. In 3 years of the GAABoard Superbowl, one cannot recall such a large total in a single week, and by virtue of it, and the now 11-1 mark, the clear leaders of the regular season find themselves guaranteed a position in the Superbowl playoffs, and 1 more win will surely clinch top seeding as well. The warriors were simply unable to compete with Donovan McNabb (QB-PHI) out, but truth be told, they would have needed about 5 Donovan McNabbs playing well to close this gap. Tom Brady (QB-NE), Robbie Gould (K-CHI) and the Seattle Defence tried hard, but to no avail. Sometimes words are unable to describe events properly, so a look at the bare statistics may be better when it comes to the BwPP squad in week 12.
A.J. Feely (QB-PHI) 345 passing yards, 3 TDs, 23 points.
Reggie Brown (WR-PHI) 45 yards, 1 TD, 11.25 points.
Jamal Lewis (RB-CLE) 134 rush yards, 1 TD, 16.35 points
Brian Westbrook (RB-PHI) 52 rush yards, 1 TD, 14 points
Vernon Davis (TE-SF) 45 rec yards, 1 TD, 11.25 points
Larry Fitzgerald (WR-ARI) 156 rec yards, 2 TDs, 28.80 points
Ryan Grant (RB-GB) 101 rush yards, 1 TD, 17.60 points
Pittsburgh Defence 0 points allowed, 4 sacks, 2 Fumbs recovered, 23 points.

Pretty impressive stuff, and all in all a strong statement to the rest of the league as they sail imperiously on to 11-1, while the warriors need to forget this very soon, as they are still well in the running at 7-5.

I just love the way AZ writes this stuff, makes me feel like I can walk through walls

After Thurs game:

#
Faithful Turfmen
   0.00    
O'Neill's Chargers
   0.00


#
Lummox Squad 57
   3.15    
Curragh Rams
   0.00


#
Cleveland Steamers
   0.00    
Ardboe Astros
   0.00


#
L'Esprit de Biff
   1.90    
Mayo Mafiosi
   0.00


#
Galway Impactplayers
   0.00    
hegans helmets
   0.00


#
Sydneys Sailors
   9.15    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   9.38


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   2.95    
Lurgan Langers
   10.15


#
Ruthless Rossies
   14.05    
Red Hand Helmets
   0.00


#
shane oneills
   7.15    
mayo warriors
   11.00


#
BallyhaiseBroncos
   16.05    
League Champs 07/08
   0.00

After early Sunday games:

#
Faithful Turfmen
   32.38    
O'Neill's Chargers
   81.39


#
Lummox Squad 57
   74.12    
Curragh Rams
   19.60


#
Cleveland Steamers
   18.85    
Ardboe Astros
   35.10


#
L'Esprit de Biff
   42.45    
Mayo Mafiosi
   56.95


#
Galway Impactplayers
   52.98    
hegans helmets
   72.49


#
Sydneys Sailors
   46.77    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   52.59


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   63.67    
Lurgan Langers
   58.23


#
Ruthless Rossies
   77.43    
Red Hand Helmets
   47.45


#
shane oneills
   57.85    
mayo warriors
   37.58


#
BallyhaiseBroncos
   45.95    
League Champs 07/08
   63.30

Without trying to steal O'Neill's thunder results to date with Colts/Raven and Saints/ Falcons still to play

      Ruthless Rossies
         93.53
      Red Hand Helmets
         94.44

      O'Neill's Chargers
         81.39    
      Faithful Turfmen
         53.75


      Lummox Squad 57
         89.22    
      Curragh Rams
         68.50

   
      Cleveland Steamers
         36.65    
      Ardboe Astros
         50.05

      L'Esprit de Biff
         70.15    
      Mayo Mafiosi
         69.20

      Galway Impactplayers
         87.08
      hegans helmets
         90.48

      Sydneys Sailors
         62.49
      Crossmaglen Hitmen
         76.99

      Craigyhill Terrors
         104.22    
      Lurgan Langers
         105.12

      shane oneills
         73.70
      mayo warriors
         96.56

    BallyhaiseBroncos
   115.68
League Champs 07/08
   109.30

And with just Monday night football to go its not over yet :

2nd through 9th are all in with a shout, only the league champions are a cert. All to play for in the last week, there are 5 times on 9-5 Hitmen, chargers and rossies are in charge of their own destiny, but must accumulate not only the win, but sufficient points to keep themselves above the warriors and the rams, who could still win and outscore the others to sneak into the last 4. Hitmen's point total looks untouchable so if he wins there's really only 2 spots in the mix. Should any of three  of the 9-5 teams lose next week then one of the 8-6s could still have a shot at the fianl 4 but thats a bit of a long shot.
The tommy murphy cup is all to play for though...


      Galway Impactplayers87.08      hegans helmets100.78
      O'Neill's Chargers90.49        Faithful Turfmen53.75
      Lummox Squad 57 89.22      Curragh Rams103.48
      Cleveland Steamers 42.15 Ardboe Astros50.05
      L'Esprit de Biff 70.15 Mayo Mafiosi89.20
      Sydneys Sailors 86.04 Crossmaglen Hitmen100.04
      Craigyhill Terror 104.22 Lurgan Langers105.12
      Ruthless Rossie 93.53  Red Hand Helmets118.14
      shane oneills 75.99 mayo warriors 96.56
      BallyhaiseBroncos 115.68 League Champs 07/08 109.30

The finished matches are:

Lummox Squad 57 89.22      Curragh Rams103.48
L'Esprit de Biff 70.15 Mayo Mafiosi89.20

Assured of wins are:

O'Neill's Chargers
Ardboe Astros
BallyhaiseBroncos

Very likely to win are:

hegans helmets
Crossmaglen Hitmen

Likely to win:

Red Hand Helmets (though Brees could see about that)
mayo warriors

Up in the mix:
Craigyhill Terror v Lurgan Langers - If Curragh can turn this around (1 player each tonight) - he moves into clear second place.

O'Neill,

Thanks for picking up the slack the past few weeks while I've been running from pillar to post. I promise to have good reports for the playoff matches.

If anyone is interested in playing that College Bowl Pick'Em that's advertised in Yahoo, I've started a group for us. The ID is 22725 and the password is sundevils.

BallyhaiseBroncos 115.68 League Champs 07/08 109.30

:D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

League Champions my hole

Bombidal is my bitch 8)

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on December 10, 2007, 08:22:54 PM
BallyhaiseBroncos 115.68 League Champs 07/08 109.30

:D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

League Champions my hole

Bombidal is my bitch 8)

That just made my Monday..............lol  ;D ;D

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on December 10, 2007, 08:22:54 PM
BallyhaiseBroncos 115.68 League Champs 07/08 109.30

:D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

League Champions my hole

Bombidal is my bitch 8)

Good man Ballyhaise giving us all hope that League champs can be beaten, as Alex Feguson said were into the squeaky bum time of the season anything could happen next weekend

Cleveland Steamers 42.15 Ardboe Astros50.05

:D :D :D - know your role Bro

Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 11, 2007, 03:39:50 PM

Quote from: BallyhaiseMan on December 10, 2007, 08:22:54 PM
BallyhaiseBroncos 115.68 League Champs 07/08 109.30

:D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

League Champions my hole

Bombidal is my bitch 8)

Good man Ballyhaise giving us all hope that League champs can be beaten, as Alex Feguson said were into the squeaky bum time of the season anything could happen next weekend

good man BallyhaiseBroncos, well done, hope to see you make the play-offs ( next year that is )  :) :) :)

Don't forget 1 game Thurs nite and 1 Sat nite  set lineups to reflect these games.

Both games are on the NFL Network, they might show these games live on the internet.


www.nfl.com/live

Curragh's 10-pointer a dagger through the Chargers' heart.

QuoteCurragh's 10-pointer a dagger through the Chargers' heart.

And I'm laughing at your pain  ;D

A ding-dong battle, Dinny. Tis 74-62 to you as I write.

ONeill, can you post the current scores so I can check them in the morn, off to bed now and you're quicker than yahoo....think it will go to the wire tomorrow night....

so who is going to take the beating in the play-offs v me?  Its all very exciting. Hope all you guys for whom the season is now over keep up to date on my journey towards greatness. Your support is much appreciated

#
Curragh Rams
   106.04
O'Neill's Chargers
   76.92


#
mayo warriors
   67.60    
Faithful Turfmen
   72.87


#
Lummox Squad 57
   73.03    
Ardboe Astros
   26.42


#
Cleveland Steamers
   89.51    
Mayo Mafiosi
   74.77


#
L'Esprit de Biff
   81.52    
hegans helmets
   67.31


#
Galway Impactplayers
   45.25    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   28.26


#
Sydneys Sailors
   83.56    
Lurgan Langers
   41.18


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   51.34    
Red Hand Helmets
   62.58


#
shane oneills
   56.18    
League Champs 07/08
   87.98


#
Ruthless Rossies
   79.60    
BallyhaiseBroncos
   53.28

is our league is still going? most other leagues I'm in - we're in the playoffs now

Gutted, was looking really good there with romo headinf out on the field. Fancied my chance, and with the way the other games were going a win would have secured 4th spot, which would be worth a shot at the league leader. Romo goes for minus points and I'm not even making the consolation cup. Wasn't my sporting week. In my other league I needed 10 from tom brady to make through to our pay for play final. And the newton heath buccaneers beat liverpool

Quote from: heganboy on December 17, 2007, 04:20:03 AM
Gutted, was looking really good there with romo headinf out on the field. Fancied my chance, and with the way the other games were going a win would have secured 4th spot, which would be worth a shot at the league leader. Romo goes for minus points and I'm not even making the consolation cup. Wasn't my sporting week. In my other league I needed 10 from tom brady to make through to our pay for play final. And the newton heath buccaneers beat liverpool

I blame Jessica Simpson

If Gould scores more than 3.8 for Mayo Warriors tonight, he takes 4th spot - it's that tight.

Hurl, this is the last regular week of the season in our league. Next week will be the playoffs, 1v4, 2v3.

Quote from: ONeill on December 17, 2007, 07:25:44 AM
If Gould scores more than 3.8 for Mayo Warriors tonight, he takes 4th spot - it's that tight.

just seen that o'Neill so i need 2 field goals heres hoping

Who are the final 4?

Still up in the air Dinny. You're looking good, but it's not over yet.

QuoteIf Gould scores more than 3.8 for Mayo Warriors tonight, he takes 4th spot - it's that tight.

Careful Deel, Dinnys Rams have 40 + more points than you this week. He will win and should overtake you on points difference..

Now heres where the other sting in the tail could be. Craigyhill terrors have 3 guys going tonight who will need 48 + points more than Gould to catch you for 4th..
A big ask but its a QB a kicker and Peterson (who got 47 points on his own v the bears last time)..
You should be looking for Gould to land a few FGs to be safe..
Even for a Mayo man that would be too cruel....

Great finish to season..

Quote from: AZOffaly on December 17, 2007, 01:32:12 PM
Still up in the air Dinny. You're looking good, but it's not over yet.

Top spot is not and hasnt been for some time, about week 3 I believe. I hope mayo warriors gets spot 4... after the beating I gave him a couple of weeks ago... it would be nice to see if I could better it

Bombidal, you're about to enter a whole new world of pain, bend over lad because your ass is mine....

Well Rossie well done it looks like it me and you, seems like the cull at the start of the year worked ;) Its a pity i didn't meet the mouth from the south in the playoffs sure the 1st result was just a fluke the pressure is on him now and i think the curraghrams are on a bit of a roll and will take him .Any way i'm adaopting a Richie Bennis approach to management this week no sex bans or the like :D and we will give it a lash the weekend good luck rossie and let the best team win

Christy Ring again... after losing out on fourth spot on the last day again... Bollocks again

Quote from: Dinny Breen on December 18, 2007, 12:45:59 PM
Bombidal, you're about to enter a whole new world of pain, bend over lad because your ass is mine....

you are a joke, your team is a joke and your challenge to me is a joke, best of luck in the 3rd / 4th place play-off chump

You have it in the bag Deel. My WRs are gone AWOL past few weeks.

Quote from: Rossie11 on December 20, 2007, 10:15:09 PM
You have it in the bag Deel. My WRs are gone AWOL past few weeks.

Don'y know about that rossie especially if Brady only gets me 1 point like he did last week. Anyway the good news is that dinny is off to a flyer against the mouth from the south  :D

After the early games:

SUPERBOWL

League Champs 07/08:    81.90    
Curragh Rams   58.33

Ruthless Rossies   20.63    
mayo warriors   40.61

SHIELD

Crossmaglen Hitmen   50.17    
O'Neill's Chargers   73.56

L'Esprit de Biff   30.23    
Craigyhill Terrors   2.85

Massive upset on the cards - Rams now only trail 75-82. They have 8 players yet to play with League Chumps only 5.

Dinny Takes 98-94 lead. Odds on to meet Mayo Warriors in the final. Warriors could rack up a 100 pt victory. Currently 109-32 up.

After evening games:

SUPERBOWL

League Champs 07/08:    106.92   (completed)
Curragh Rams   114.63 (1 to play)

Ruthless Rossies   32.93 (1 to play)   
mayo warriors   113.26 (completed)

SHIELD

Crossmaglen Hitmen   87.87 (2 to play)   
O'Neill's Chargers   81.29 (2 to play)

L'Esprit de Biff   73.19  (3  to play)   
Craigyhill Terrors   30.75 - (6 to play)

So there you have it - a shock Rams v Warriors final.
The shield is still up in the air yet but favouring a Hitmen v Biff.

Quoteyou are a joke, your team is a joke and your challenge to me is a joke, best of luck in the 3rd / 4th place play-off chump

Who's laughing now chump..... ;D

Loser  ;D

Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 18, 2007, 01:46:16 PM
Well Rossie well done it looks like it me and you, seems like the cull at the start of the year worked ;) Its a pity i didn't meet the mouth from the south in the playoffs sure the 1st result was just a fluke the pressure is on him now and i think the curraghrams are on a bit of a roll and will take him .Any way i'm adaopting a Richie Bennis approach to management this week no sex bans or the like :D and we will give it a lash the weekend good luck rossie and let the best team win

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D i see i was right i figured you would take the "mouth from the south" ,if  have i made the final  it should be a good open game of football Kildare v's Mayo but don't worry about it Dinny you know the history of Mayo and Finals ;)

DR, no worries now that the mouth from the south has been disposed my lads are just honoured to be in the final, 2 years ago I finished bottom  :o

BOMBIDAL YOU LOSER  :D   :D    :D   :D    :D     :D     :D    :D    :D

well done Dinny,Thats just made my christmas  ;D

Well done Deel..  Similar result to recent Ross V Mayo games..  :-[

Should be good final.. The quick learning rookie V the much improved Rams..
Key could be if the Colts rest Manning for last game..

Deel Rover, looks like it's your title to lose...

Best of luck....

Quote from: Dinny Breen on December 29, 2007, 11:17:38 AM
Deel Rover, looks like it's your title to lose...

Best of luck....

Same to you Dinny i suppose it Depends if they play manning or not anyway i don't care whether i win or not once the League Chumps 07/08 didn't win. He is keeping fairly quite since you bet him dinny :D :D

QuoteLeague Chumps 07/08 didn't win

:D

Yea, no class that lad....

fcuk sake Dinny. 24-74 down.

On the bright side, Bomb taking another hiding.

A very disappointing Championship final so far. All other 6 would've beaten them as it stands.

L'Esprit de Biff
   87.87    
O'Neill's Chargers
   94.30


#
mayo warriors
   74.02    
Curragh Rams
   45.14


#
Craigyhill Terrors
   98.75    
Crossmaglen Hitmen
   122.32


#
Ruthless Rossies
   88.33
League Champs 07/08
   75.30

Any updates o'Neill ?

CHAMPIONSHIP GAME:

mayo warriors - CHAMPIONS!
   80.22    
Curragh Rams - 2ND
   57.59

3RD/4TH

Ruthless Rossies - 3RD
   89.18    
League Champs 07/08 - 4TH
   83.21

CONSOLATION GAME
#
Craigyhill Terrors - 6TH
   98.75    
Crossmaglen Hitmen - 5TH
   123.57


3RD/4TH

L'Esprit de Biff - 8TH
   99.52    
O'Neill's Chargers - 7TH
   103.15

Delighted to have won the league the 57 year curse of mayo teams not winning a senior final is finally over ;)
In fairness i thought i was in deep trouble especially with the chicago defense going so well i had 40 points sitting on the bench but i think you had 30 dinny. On another note great to see that Rossie beat "the mouth" in the 3rd place play off fair play rossie :D :D he should hopefully learn from this and have a bit of humility next year anyway he should know the saying don't" talk the talk if you can't walk the walk ;) 

Quote from: the Deel Rover on January 02, 2008, 12:22:47 PM
Delighted to have won the league the 57 year curse of mayo teams not winning a senior final is finally over ;)
In fairness i thought i was in deep trouble especially with the chicago defense going so well i had 40 points sitting on the bench but i think you had 30 dinny. On another note great to see that Rossie beat "the mouth" in the 3rd place play off fair play rossie :D :D he should hopefully learn from this and have a bit of humility next year anyway he should know the saying don't" talk the talk if you can't walk the walk ;) 

to be honest I should have won the league but strange things do happen. you remind me of Kirk Shepard. a fluke.

Quote from: bombidal on January 02, 2008, 12:29:36 PM

Quote from: the Deel Rover on January 02, 2008, 12:22:47 PM
Delighted to have won the league the 57 year curse of mayo teams not winning a senior final is finally over ;)
In fairness i thought i was in deep trouble especially with the chicago defense going so well i had 40 points sitting on the bench but i think you had 30 dinny. On another note great to see that Rossie beat "the mouth" in the 3rd place play off fair play rossie :D :D he should hopefully learn from this and have a bit of humility next year anyway he should know the saying don't" talk the talk if you can't walk the walk ;) 

to be honest I should have won the league but strange things do happen. you remind me of Kirk Shepard. a fluke.

and you remind me of a black and decker. a tool   ;) :-*