MDSSC: Winter Flag Football - Week 5 Wrap Up and Week 6

UPDATE:

(1/28/2011)There will not be games this Saturday due to the heavy snowfalls on Wednesday/Thursday. Week 7 games (1/29)will be played after the scheduled Week 8 games. So Week 8 will still be played on 2/5 as scheduled and then Week 7 will be played on 2/12 with the playoffs being held on 2/19 and 2/26.

**Check out the new Schedule Tab** Trying some things out. 


NFL: 

Okay #42... not going to give you the satisfaction this week. You're going to have to suffer. I went .500 again with the Steelers surviving and the Pack letting a third stringer get his hopes up. 

Last Week's  Predictions:

Packers 24 Bears 13 (Close: 21-14)  
Jets 13 Steelers 10 (Fail: 19-24)

Moving on... last week was colder than cold. Couldn't feel my hands. 

Games of the Week: 

Karma vs K: Karma didn't let that game be a one point game. They Crushed K to take the #2 seed in Semi Pro. (Covered)

All Madden vs Pain: I was hoping that Pain's QB would show up this week and they would get back on track... nope and All Madden made them pay. (Covered)

Hitmen vs Habitual: This was at least a good game for my games of the week. Came down to the wire with a 24-21 win for Hitmen to claim the #1 seed in Pro. (Covered)

Mayhem vs RDP: This also turned out to be a great game. I heard that LBH2's QB who has been a receiver on this new team all season had to step in to play QB this week because of a broken finger on the regular QB's throwing hand. Based on what I heard RDP made a comeback to win this one and stole Mayhem's heart. Don't sleep on Mayhem if they can get into the playoffs though.  (Didn't Cover)

If Games are played this week, which I think they will be, here are my Games of the Week: 

11:00am

Rusty (5-0) vs K (4-1): K is coming off a tough loss to Karma and Rusty is on a roll. Is this where Rusty falls or K continues to slide? Either way, I need to watch this game because we play Rusty to close out the season. (Rusty -2)

Closet Flags (4-2) vs Hitmen (5-1): Also at 11 is this game that has all the makings of a great game or an unforeseen blowout. Closet Flags has stringed some nice wins together. They have put up points but those wins haven't been against teams like Beltway, HitSquad or Habitual. Now this will be a true test for Adam and his Motley Crue...same goes for Roger and Hitmen's ability to handle the pressure of being #1. (Hitmen -4)

12:15pm

Danger (3-3) vs All Madden (5-1): For a guy that left to go try this QB thing out this season the Danger v All Madden game still stings for me. I can only imagine what it feels like for the squad going into this game. Danger has been up and down this season with inconsistent appearances by their QB and All Madden has been performing at the top as usual. This has the makings of the same type of game that Hitmen vs Closet Flags does. I see All Madden winning out though. (All Madden -5)

2:45pm

Habitual (4-2) vs Hit Squad (4-2): This game will settle the 3-4 spot in my poll. My thoughts on Hit Squad are that they are the same team they always have been. They are stuck with whatever Brady puts out on the field. Their defense holds up most of the time but I think that they get dejected if there are too many turnovers. Long story short. This game will come down to him and if Habitual has anything to say about it Brady is going to give them the game. This season is the time for Brady to show us what he's got. (Habitual -3)

Hope we play this weekend. Bring your shovels to the field. :) Good Night

MAC

MDSSC: Winter Flag Football - Week 4-5

For a little fun:

Baltimore 17 Pittsburgh 14

New England 28 New York 14

Chicago 35 Seattle 7

Green Bay 27 Atlanta 21

Thanks for your patience this week gentlemen. I was out of commission last week so I missed all of the action. And now this week, I don't know if some of the games are going to happen with the big game coming up on Saturday. Here is what I do know... 

9:45am 

Hitmen vs X-Factor: This will be a test to see which half X-Factor belongs the top or bottom of Pro... Hitmen need a rebound too after that loss and I heard Roger shaved his beard?! (Hitmen -8)

Danger vs Pain: Pain has one loss and Danger has one win....Is Danger trying to pull the whole 2 wins in the regular season then storm to the Championship move again? I don't think so. They need to shape up. (Pain -4)

12:15pm

Warriors vs Closet Flags: Both teams are at .500 which one gets on the winning side? (CF -4)

All Madden vs Untouchables: It doesn't matter who is missing this game should be a decent one. (Untouchables -2)

Some Semi Pro love... 

11:00am 

Karma vs Menace: Should be physical... (Karma -7)

1:30pm

NR vs  Fear Boners: some love for my team now at least 7 of you better show up!!!! No spreads on my games... 

Good Night and Good luck... 

MAC

MDSSC: Winter Flag Football - Week 3 Wrap Up

As promised... the blog has been updated. Check out the new Poll Pages above. Now, you can easily view your divisions polls without having to read all my bull shit. If you're still interested in that then keep reading. 

All Pro: 

The typical teams are separating themselves from the pack but this entire division is pretty even accept for a team or two. The only thing is, that all three undefeated teams are in the same division (Untouchables, All Madden and Pain). I don't know how the playoffs are lined up but I wonder if that could get sticky come March Madness time. Just some notes and then I'm done for the holidays. 

All Madden - Very Strong Offense they added three weapons to their offense that has only made them better. Defense is still very suspect. I saw back to back 80 yard touch downs last week. They need to get back to basics on D. 

Untouchables - Solid Offense and Solid Defense... Untouchables are kind of like the San Diego Chargers in respect to rank (not W's and L's). They always play very well on both sides of the ball and that has lead them to championships. 

Pain - has been hit or miss over the last few seasons but I think after playing together and keeping the same guys around they are hitting their stride. Joe (I think that is his name) is a solid QB with quick feet when he needs to make a play. 

RDP - After only a blemish on their record losing to the undefeated All Madden squad they dropped 61 on Balls Deep. I haven't seen 61 scored in a long time in All Pro...a long time. 

Parting shots: Victors end the first half of the season nicely...Money and Danger trying to iron some things out... Fuzion trying to get ahead so they don't run out of time...Scores has a nice little secret at QB we should find out what kind of team they have after the break. Balls Deep...I don't know man but I hope they pull it together I like that squad. I don't know anything about Prestige Worldwide... 

Pro: 

Same as above.. You have Beltway, Hitmen and HitSquad.. I'm thinking maybe Habitual and maybe Shire or even a deep sleeper Closet Flags can give them headaches. For the most part though the top 3 are my top 3 for now. Just to show him a little love, a player or two from Hitmen said they have the team to beat. I guess once we see that schedule for the rest of the season we will see how they match up with Beltway. They beat HitSquad by just a point but a win is a win. 

Semi-Pro: 

Fear Boners, One for the K, Rusty Trombone and Karma have separated themselves early on. However, I feel like this division is pretty even in respect to how the teams are built. I'm looking forward to the second half but these four have jumped out in front. 

Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza, and Happy Winter Solstice? Oh and Happy New Year!! 

WM

MDSSC: Winter Flag Football - Week 3 (MAC POLL)

First things first, if I don't have it already, I need a coach or a rep from each team to email me their cell#. I am putting together a text list so that I can get the scores from games on Sunday or Monday so that I can throw the poll up by Tuesday. I also want to put together a Coaches Poll... mcginnis32 at yahoo dot com

Moving on...I didn't realize this thing was read so much and for that I'm sorry for the lack of a post last week. First the AP Poll... Run Dem Pockets wanted to be considered #1 prior to last week because they beat Danger by a point... in the words of Lee Corso... "Not so fast my friend!!" Here is my MAC Poll:

All Pro:

1. All Madden (2-0)

2. Untouchables (2-0)

3. Pain (2-0)

4. Run Dem Pockets (1-1)

5. Danger (1-1)

6. Mayhem (1-1)

7. Money (1-1)

8. Fuzion (1-1)

9. Balls Deep (1-1)

10. Victors (0-2)

11. Scores (0-2)

12. Prestige Worldwide/Express? (0-2)

Notes: All Madden better tighten up their D if they want to stay on top...Haven't seen Untouchables play yet but I am sure they're still bitter about their losing effort against Danger in the fall...Pain has two solid wins, I might have to catch one of their games...RDP talked a day too early, but I hear they have the QB from Resurrection (a team from a couple seasons ago) and Mr. Side Arm speedster is rushing  on D and receiving, look out!...Danger only lost to RDP by a point so they seem pretty even...lastly, what the hell is going on with the Victors? I think this might be the first season...ever that they started 0-2. They have the athletes though, don't sleep on them. 

Pro: 

1. Beltway Bombers (2-0) 

2. X-Factor (2-0)

3. Hitmen (1-0)

4. HitSquad (1-1)

5. Shire (1-1)
6. Crabcakes (1-1)

7. Pink (1-1)
8. G6ers (1-1)

9. Show me your TD's (1-1)

10. Habitual Linesteppers (0-1)

11. Closet Flags (0-2)

12. Warriors (0-2)

*Correction... I was informed that Shire beat Pink 44-33. This screwed up my Friday so I did the best I can with Rankings. Hopefully with those of you that have emailed me (Thanks!) I will get the correct data by Sunday/Monday.

Notes:X-Factor has come on scoring the second most points in the Pro division... Beltway got #12 back and if their Steeler QB finds him along with some of their other athletes, I think they might be the favorite...HitSquad has scored the most points in the division so far but lost a narrow one to their rival Hitmen (27-26)...don't sleep on Hitmen or Closet Flags...aside from that, I don't know the other teams other than Shire who lost a lot of guys and are rebuilding.

Semi-Pro:

1. Karma (2-0)

2. Fear Boners (2-0)

3. One fore the "K" (2-0)

4. Rusty Trombone (1-0)

5. Menace (1-1)

6. Team 'B' (1-1)

7. NR (0-2)

8. Punt Liquors (0-2)

9. A.I.D.S (0-2)

10. Jeremy (0-1)*

Notes: Karma dropped down to Semi to get their bearings and it looks like it is working out. They have good guys on their squad and all they need is chemistry...No idea who Fear Boners is but it's one of the greater names in the league...lastly, these rankings are purely based on record. I have no idea how to judge my own division. My squad is new but we are getting it together and I know that after facing Team B and "K" that teams are close to even. Other than that, it looks like Jeremy's game was a forfeit based on the score. So let's hope they start to show up so we all don't lose a game this season. 

Okay fellas, that's it for this weeks MAC poll. I will throw up the games of the week tomorrow afternoon. 

WM

MDSSC Summer Flag Football Finals - Untouchables v CCC (2nd Half)

Here is the 2nd half of the Untouchables vs CCC Championship game. Only 17 more days until we're back at it!!

Special thanks to Khalid (The best Blitzer in our league!) Get better man!

MDSSC - Summer Flag Football - Regular Season Wrap-up

Alright gentlemen, and I use that term loosely...the season is over and now it is time for the playoffs. Update on the Pro playoffs. It is now and 8 team playoff instead of just the top two. More on that in a minute. First, lets look at what happened yesterday. 

ALL-PRO: 

Victors (5-1) vs Fuzion (3-3): The Victors lost their 2nd game in a row, this time to the 3-3 Fuzion team. I didn't get to see the game but it looked like a late TD was able to put Fuzion up for the win. I heard that the Victors still had a chance and actually scored a TD at the last second to have it reversed due to a sack. Either way, Fuzion is on a roll and Victors are sliding a little...they better turn it on next week. 

Franchise (2-4) vs Jacked Up (1-3): This was a pretty good game. I think it was too early for both teams and they started off slow but Jacked Up was able to hold off a late surge to seal it 28-22. Both of these teams had multiple games so I will hold my thoughts until later. 

Untouchables (6-0) vs All Express (2-4): Here is the shocker for the day. All Express knocked off the Untouchables, giving them their first loss of the season. I got to watch the end of the game when Untouchables was trying to comeback but after a desperation throw that ended in an INT it was a done deal. I didn't think I would get to say it this season but All Express looks good and could be a sleeper.

Jacked Up (1-3) vs CCC (2-4): No nothing about this game but was told that JU beat CCC.

Franchise (2-4) vs LBH2 (3-3): Franchise woke up and turned things around to win this one 41-21. LBH seems to have a little dissension among them... P.S. Qb for LBH is one of the quickest guys in the league if not THE quickest.

Mayhem (4-1) vs Jacked Up (1-3): Didn't get to see this game either but I heard that Mayhem's defense locked it down to win this one.

PRO: 

Hitmen took care of the Spartans early and Hit Squad did the same to Go 4 Broke. Both games were over by halftime. The only other game that mattered was TTB vs Shire. I had this as the game of the week but TTB put an end to that one early as they got a hold of the lead. The game didn't matter all that much but it was a solid win by a solid team. 

SEMI-PRO: 

You may have seen what Zack posted earlier today if not you can see it here. The game that was key to me was the dominating win by Balls Deep over the other #1 team Crabcakes. 

 Lastly....The MAC Poll:

ALL PRO MAC POLL:

1. (LW 1) Untouchables (6-1)

2. (LW 3) Victors (5-2)

3. (LW 2) Mayhem (6-1)

4. (LW 4) Fuzion (4-3)

5. (LW 7)  Jacked Up (3-4) 

6. (LW 5) Franchise (3-4)

7. (LW 8) All Express (3-4) 

8. (LW 4) LBH2 (3-4)

9. (LW 9) CCC (1-6)

10. (LW 10) Scores (0-7)

Okay, here is my final poll. Some teams evened up this week and although the Victors slipped, I still feel like both them and the Untouchables are the best teams in the league this season. With that being said, I like what All Express looks like even though no one knows who is there from week to week except for my fellow Madden players and Kosty. Jacked up had 3 games and went 2-1.. It's hard to say how they will play next week. Fuzion had a huge boost of confidence after this weeks win and Franchise had some positive results as well also going 2-1 with a dominating win over LBH2. 

Officially, I believe the standings will leave these rankings:

East: #1 Untouchables, #2 Mayhem, #3 Fuzion, #4 Jacked Up, #5  Franchise

West: #1 Victors, #2 LBH2, #3 All Express, #4 CCC, #5 Scores 

The big question is: Does Mike do reseeding after the first round? Victors and Untouchables get a bye since it is a 10 team playoff.  I would imagine that it's Mayhem vs Scores, LBH2 vs Franchise, Fuzion vs CCC, and All Express vs Jacked Up. I will have my thoughts later in the week. 

 

PRO MAC POLL:

1. TTB (6-1)

2. Shire (6-1)

3. Hit Squad (6-1)

4. Hitmen (4-3) - IN

5. Menace (2-4?) 

6. Bulldawgs (2-4?)

7. Go 4 Broke (1-6)

8. Spartans (0-7)

Now it is officially an 8 team playoff...

West: #1 Shire, #2 Hit Squad, #3 Bulldawgs, #4 Spartans

East: #1 TTB,  #2 Hitmen, #3 Menace, #4 G4B

It should look like this: Shire vs G4B, TTB vs Spartans, Hit Squad vs Menace, Hitmen vs Bulldawgs. 

SEMI-PRO MAC POLL:

1. Balls Deep (6-1)

2. Crabcakes (6-1)

3. Circus Show (3-3)

4. Bayside Tigers (2-6?)

5. Warriors (2-4)

6. I Hate Brion (0-6)

I honestly don't know what is going on but I do know this... It will be Balls Deep vs Crabcakes for the championship and if Balls Deep's QB doesn't try to win it with his cannon of an arm they will be the champs. 

MDSSC - Summer Flag Football - Week 7 (Final Week)

It's that time gentlemen...it's the final week of the season. The week where some teams just chill and don't care about the results, the week where you are vying for that final spot in the playoffs, or the week where Jacked Up catches up with the rest of All-Pro in games (3 this week) and gets on a roll before next week's playoffs.

So let's get right down to this week's games.

8:30am

Franchise (2-4) vs Jacked Up (1-3): Both teams are on a streak...a losing streak. So one thing is for sure, someone is going to have a win today. The question is, who? Franchise forfeited last week as they were going to have to play their 3rd game without their QB and JU took a week off too to heal their wounds. I have no idea what to expect here but a physical game. (Franchise -1.5)

9:45am

Untouchables (6-0) vs All Express (2-4): Untouchables are in good form again this season and rolling. If you listen to Kosty there is no telling what All Express squad is going to show up. If you have a blue shirt you might just have a chance to play with them. (all in good fun guys) I don't care who shows up. The only team in my opinion that can play head to head with them is a full Victors squad. (Untouchables -8)

11:00am

CCC (2-4?) vs Jacked Up (1-3): I am not sure of the actual record for CCC as Mike has both them and FH getting a loss last week. Here's one thing I do know. This is game two for JU and both of them have only won against the same team. Based on experience I say: (Jacked Up -4)

12:15pm

Shire (6-0) vs TTB (5-1): First off, this game doesn't really matter as both teams have locked up the #1 seed for their respective divisions. But you can't tell them that. This football game has the makings of being a great one. I don't even know who to pick here. But since it is supposed to be a gorgeous day you should stick around and watch if you're not doing anything. (EVEN)

Okay, so those are the games of the week in their respective time slots. Now on to stuff that may or may not start some debate...The Mac Poll:

ALL PRO MAC POLL:

1. (LW 2) Untouchables (6-0)

2. (LW 1) Victors (5-1)

3. (LW 4) Mayhem (4-1)

4. (LW 6) Fuzion (3-3)

5. (LW 3) LBH2 (3-3) 

6. (LW 5) Franchise (2-4)

7. (LW 7) Jacked Up (1-3)

8. (LW 8) All Express (2-4)

9. (LW 9) CCC (2-4?)

10. (LW 10) Scores (0-6)

Untouchables climbed for obvious reasons...Mayhem climbed with a win an locked in #2 in their division. Fuzion climbed 3 spots because they beat LBH and Franchise forfeited. Standings for divisions look like this:

East: #1 Untouchables - #2 Mayhem are locked. #3-5 is up for grabs. 

West: #1 Victors - #2 LBH - #3 All Express - #4 CCC - #5 Scores - All locked in. 

The big question is: Does Mike do reseeding after the first round? Victors and Untouchables get a bye since it is a 10 team playoff.  

PRO MAC POLL:

1. Shire (6-0) - IN

2. Hit Squad (5-1) - IN

3. TTB (5-1) - IN

4. Hitmen (3-3) - IN

5. Menace (2-4) - OUT

6. Bulldawgs (2-4) - OUT

7. Go 4 Broke (1-5) - OUT

8. Spartans (0-6) - OUT 

Per the League only the top two per division make it in. They are locked in. 

East: #1 Shire - #2 Hit Squad 

West: #1 TTB - #2 Hitmen

SEMI-PRO MAC POLL:

1. Crabcakes (6-0)

2. Balls Deep (5-1)

3. Circus Show (3-3)

4. Bayside Tigers (2-4)

5. Warriors (2-4)

6. I Hate Brion (0-6)

Zack Morris and the Tigers took down the Warriors 6-0 resulting in the only changes in this week's poll. All teams in Semi-Pro make it to the playoffs. I would imagine that Balls Deep and Crabcakes would get byes and then it would go from there. My thoughts are that it will be Balls Deep vs Crabcakes in a rematch for the championship. Outcome of their game earlier this season was 18-19 by way of the Crabcakes.

Okay...that's it from here. Good luck out there this weekend. 

#32

MDSSC - Summer Flag Football - Mac Poll - Week 6

ALL PRO MAC POLL:

1. Victors (6-0)

2. Untouchables (5-0)

3. LBH2 (3-2)

4. Mayhem (3-1)

5. Franchise (2-3)

6. Fuzion (2-3)

7. Jacked Up (1-3)

8. All Express (2-3)

9. CCC (1-4)

10. Scores (0-6)

Jacked up looked shaky this weekend starting their first game without their QB and the second one with only 7 guys. This was also the first weekend that I saw a full All Express squad. So with that being said, even though AE won two games and JU lost both of theirs...I'm leaving the 7/8 as is for this week. Maybe I will be a believer in All Express after Saturday... 

PRO MAC POLL:

1. Shire (5-0)

2. Hit Squad (4-1)

3. TTB (4-1)

4. Hitmen (3-2)

5. Menace (2-3)

6. Bulldawgs (2-3)

7. Go 4 Broke (0-5)

8. Spartans (0-5)

SEMI-PRO MAC POLL:

1. Crabcakes (4-0) *I imagine they beat Brion.

2. Balls Deep (4-1)

3. Circus Show (3-2)

4. Warriors (2-2)

5. Bayside Tigers (1-4)

6. I Hate Brion (0-4)

MDSSC Flag Football - Week 5 Wrap-Up

Here are the flag football scores from yesterday:

8:30am:

Jacked Up (1-1) vs Fuzion (1-3): Fuzion was able to take advantage of Jacked Up's lack of a QB early by picking off his first two passes, one for a TD. Before they new it JU was down 20-0. JYU's QB finally showed up but it was a little too late. It was a hell of a defensive 2nd half with only 15 points scored in total. The final score was Fuzion 28 - Jacked Up 7. (Original Projection: JU -2)

Victors (4-0) vs LBH2 (3-1): I didn't get to see this game as I was at the JU-Fuzion game but the final score was 33-19 by way of the Victors...Courtesy of 3 TD's from #9. (Original Projection: Victors -10)
Go 4 Broke (0-4) vs Bulldawgs (1-3): No Score reported...Update, Bulldawgs won, 39-25.

9:45am:

All Express (0-3) vs Scores (0-5): Kosty didn't lie.. The All Express had a new look about them and actually had 11 guys. Scores unfortunately didn't. This one was over pretty quick. Final score 45-12 - All Express.

Mayhem (1-1) vs CCC (1-2): Another one I didn't get to see but after interviewing a Mayhem player, I found out that CCC scored a late touchdown to make the game seem closer. Final score 33-32.

Franchise (1-1) vs Untouchables (4-0): Well the first of two football games for Franchise wasn't a fun one. It was a tough adjustment for them to start the weekend without Proc. They lost this one big. No final score reported for them but Untouchables covered. (Original Projection: Untouchables -6) "Untouchables 45 Franchise Hollywood 12. Game ended early. Halftime score was 33-6"

Balls Deep (2-1) vs Circus Show (3-1): [Semi-Pro] Okay Pre-K...I expect an explanation or at least a comment about your game this weekend. The final score of this one was 38-6 by way of Balls Deep. (Original Projection: Balls Deep -4)

11:00am:

Victors (4-0) vs Jacked Up (1-1): So Jacked Up had a tough go of it first thing in the morning without their QB... this time around one of their best players was unable to make it back and JU had to play with only 7 guys. They played a hell of a game considering the circumstances. Their Todd Heap and Coach Tim made some crazy catches to keep their hopes up. Unfortunately, #9, #29 and #5 had a different plan and with the help of Bill throwing them the ball they routed JU 39-20. That's 2 more TD's for #9 giving him 5 for the day. Original quote from #9: "I smell ummmmmm maybe 4 tds maybe 5 ill see how I feel when I wake up on saturday!!!!" So there you have it. He followed through. (Original Projection: Victors -4)

Shire (4-0) vs Menace (2-2): [Pro] The final score of this game was 24-14. I heard it was close and Shire didn't have Clyde. Either way Shire is rollin.

Hit Squad (3-1) vs Spartans (0-4): [Pro] Not much to report...32-0 Hit Squad. Spartans, I want you guys to stay in the league... so keep your heads up. But it may be time to regroup.

Bayside Tigers (1-3) vs Warriors (1-2) [Semi-Pro] Score of this game was 31-22. Warriors won. Maybe Zack can tell us what happened....and maybe Zack can get us some pics of Kelly in the locker room?

12:15pm:

TTB (3-1) vs Hitmen (3-1): [Pro] Somebody came into this game with a chip on his shoulder (Shawn)...and TTB played like it. This game was over before halftime. It's hard to say what happened here. I want to give TTB their props (Shawn did tell me that they have the BEST PLAYER in the LEAGUE in #7) but Hitmen's defense was atrocious. TTB's QB had all day to throw the ball to WIDE open players (#7 for at least 2 td's). Final Score: 59-21 (TTB) Here's what I will say... TTB has a great stingy defense and a fast offense. TTB still has to play Shire but they have the right things in motion to contend for the championship. With that being said. Whoever wins the Pro division better take their ass to All-Pro because most of you talk way too much trash without playing some of the best teams. (Original Projection: Hitmen -2)

Franchise (1-1) vs Mayhem (1-1): I got to catch the end of this game and it got close in a hurry. Mayhem was up 20 at one point in this game but Franchise was able to find a grove without their QB and tied it with about 5 minutes to go. Unfortunately for them, they couldn't stop Mayhem. Mayhem scored late but gave Franchise a little under 2 with the ball....and they were able to score with a minute to go. It all came down to the conversion and they weren't able to convert. Mayhem won 27-26. (Original Adj. Projection: Mayhem -10)

Crabcakes (4-0) vs I Hate Brion (0-4): [Semi-Pro] No score reported

All Express (0-3) vs CCC (1-2): All Express was able to get two in a row today to climb to 2-3 for the season knocking off CCC 25-20. 

Well there you go guys. Some Monday morning reading for you. A new Mac Poll will be out on Monday afternoon. 

#32

Flag Football Blog....Maryland Flag Football League

Fellow Flag Footballers, 

I apologize for the lack of posts over the last couple of months. That winter season was a huge debacle with all of the weather that we got and the huge breaks in play. My team, in fact, was on a 7 week break before those playoffs that resulted in the Untouchables winning back-to-back titles. Props to them, by the way. 

Well the season started a couple of weeks ago and unfortunately, I hurt my ankle to the point that it might as well had broke. Unfortunately, I am done for the season. The doc has me on crutches and in a boot for 4-6 weeks and I am stuck at home. On top of being hobbled and missing football, my son is due to be born any day now. With all that being said, the blog isn't on top of my priority list. I can't wait to get back out there but in the mean time I can't drive let alone get out there to watch some games and take pictures or video. 

The last couple of times I posted I had suggested that some of you send me your scores and a write up if they want but only a few guys did that....so here's the deal guys. I am out of commission for this season and maybe the summer. If you want to, send me the scores of your game and a write up if you want. If I only get 2-3 then I will just stop the blog for a while until I am at least able to come watch some games. I am putting it in your hands. I don't care either way. If I do get emails from you then we can do some polls or rankings...otherwise I will see you guys when I get back.

Thanks Beltway Bombers....just kidding.

MDSSC Fall Flag Football - Week 9

Week 9 is upon us and it's the final week of this fall's flag football season. There are some interesting match-ups this week as the Big 8 will be playing their play-in games to see who goes into the playoffs. The SEC is pretty much locked up (at least the top 4) and the teams are falling into their seeds. 

Before I jump into my game-by-game, thank you for voting. There have been 35 votes so far with 7 for All Madden, 5 for the Victors, 6 each for the Untouchables and WTF and 11 for any other team. I didn't have room to put any more teams on the poll, but my thoughts are this: I think that WTF, Beltway, Able Danger, and Hitmen can score on anyone..including the likes of All Madden and the Victors. I will say that All Madden and the Victors have good defenses that have been playing together in All-Pro for years. I am not ready to anoint one of you as the next Fuzion yet, but after watching a season of you guys play; I am starting to believe. There is definitely a lot of good flag football being played this season. 

Okay, enough BS... 

8:30am Games:

No Response (0-7) vs Victors (7-0): You know, if this wasn't Flag Football, the Victors would be sitting their starters and Vince Young would be playing QB to get some reps. But it is Flag Football and after speaking to Mr. Cutler...oh, I mean Bill Mulcahy, I was told that "no mercy would be given and we will run up the score". Hopefully this zero-win team will show up to close out the season and just have fun. The Victors can try to run up the score but we will just pull a "Pain" and hopefully Ray will be watching the play clock...then lets see if you can run up the score! All in good fun. Victors (-18)

GAME OF THE WEEK - Untouchables (5-2) vs All Madden (6-1): This should be a quality game. All Madden took the Victors to OT last week without three of their biggest play-makers. The Untouchables have been well untouchable and have won five in a row! The outcome of this flag football game doesn't really matter. Both teams are in the playoffs. If the Untouchables were able to win by 13 then it would knock All Madden out of the #2 spot. I don't see that happening. All Madden (-6)

Revolution (3-4) vs Hit Squad (2-5): For some reason, I see DJ's team getting a win before they start the climb in the Fall Flag Football Playoffs. When you're a middle-of-the-pack team like Revolution or Hit Squad, it's hard to get motivated for a game that doesn't always mean anything. The difference is that Hit Squad has had at least 16 guys at every game where as Revolution struggles to get 8 sometimes. Hit Squad (-8)

9:45am Games (BIG 8 Play-in Games):
Able Danger (6-1) vs Menace (1-6): Menace's only win is against one of the other one-win teams in the division. They lost 33-13 to Able in week 1. That was a long time ago...unfortunately, Able just keeps winning. Able Danger (-16) 

Beltway Bombers (6-1) vs Circus Show (1-6): I really like how Beltway is playing. They have some guys on their squad that could really shake things up in the SEC. They beat Circus 48-12 last week. I don't know if it will be that dominant of a win as they might not be as focused. However, they are still a favorite....maybe to go deep in the playoffs. Beltway Bombers (-19)

Hitmen (5-2) vs Warriors (1-6): The Warriors just don't seem to have an offense. They have only scored 98 points. They seem to have a decent defense (accept for the 52-6 loss to Able) but just can't score. The Hitmen, however, broke the 200 point margin and have only lost to Able and Beltway. Hitmen (-10) 

11:00am Games: 
Tarheels (2-5) vs The Express (1-6): This one is interesting. The Tarheels have lost some weird games and their two wins are over the Hit Squad and a winless No Response. However, they do have a QB who has won three championships in the All Pro league. The Express are also interesting...they have some decent athletes and a QB that does a decent job of protecting the ball. If Ryan is on his game, the Tarheels win this flag football game easily. Without knowing that, I am going to have to say....Tarheels (-4)

WTF! (5-2 ) vs The Movement (3-4): This is another Big 8 play-in game. WTF! has been throwing up points like it's arena football out there (271 in 7 games). The Movement have the athletic talent to compete with anyone, but they have just been too inconsistent yet again. Yeah, they beat Menace 64-0 last week but WTF! scores points and has a decent defense. Week 4 game between these two was a 41-20 win for WTF! I am thinking a closer but similar outcome. WTF! (-9)  

So that's it for the final week of the MDSSC Fall Flag Football regular season. I want to take a quick moment to thank those of you that are considering me and AGame for your jerseys for the upcoming winter season. There are going to be some really good looking squads out there! Now for the rest of you who think jerseys are not your thing, it's only a matter of time before Mike is forced to say: "Jerseys required... see Will" haha. On that note, registration is this Saturday and next Wednesday (11/4) for the winter season. Both will be held at Hightopps. You should be there on Saturday after your game anyway. Okay, enough plugs. Good luck to everyone on Saturday and here's to Mike for another great season!


Shameless Plug: I am the Account Manager here in Maryland for AGame Team Apparel. If you need jerseys or uniforms for this upcoming Winter season, give me a call or email me. Revolution, All Madden, Fuzion and the Victors all sport AGame uniforms along with a few new teams that will be announced in the future.  

MDSSC FALL FLAG FOOTBALL!!

So it has been a month or so.. sorry guys. I got a late start on the season and haven't been there. Unfortunately, that also means no pictures yet. I should be posting some in the next week.

So here is a recap of the season so far. The typical powers are still on top with the Victors and All Madden at 3-0. The surprise of the season is Pain at a staggering 4-1 with wins over the Untouchables, Hit Squad, and Revolution. Their only loss comes by way of All Madden in Week 1.

Okay, I am going to keep this short this week and try to get back in the swing of things. Here are some key match-ups:

The (3-0) Victors take on the (4-1) Pain team at 8:30am. This is where we might see if Pain can hang with the big boys. The Victors and All Madden are clearly the best two teams in the league. It is up to everyone else to catch up to them. Speaking of All Madden they square off with Revolution at 11am. Revolution seems to be a team that has the talent to win any game they want but you never know who is going to show up. this game is going to come down to which team is missing their key players and which QB plays the best.

Other games this weekend have the (0-3) Express taking on the (2-2) Untouchables (8:30), The (2-1) Movement (see: Shire) vs the (2-1) Beltway Bombers..

QUICK HITS:
Victors vs Pain: Victors -16
All Madden vs Revolution: All Madden -4
Express vs Untouchables: Untouchables -3
Movement vs Beltway Bombers: even

That is it for this week...

Maryland Flag Football Pictures (MDSSC Playoffs)

Scroll below or click here for the end of season write up.
Ryan of Jacked Up tossin a TD vs Untouchables.

This is that TD mentioned above

Jacked Up vs Untouchables

Jacked Up doinating the Untouchables...

Who knew Tim could shake 3 defenders for a TD?

A good catch in an unfortunate game for the Untouchables.

Scott of Mayhem trying to split Fuzion defenders.

Dave of Mayhem breaking another tackle.

Mayhem's Tim...defending a Fuzion pass.

Swatted ball by Mayhem defender.. they were up 24-20 in this half.

Contrary to this picture, this was not an interception.

MDSSC's celebrity

MDSSC's Ed Hochuli

No Response's QB John, slingin the rock for a TD.

Maryland Flag Football League Pictures (MDSSC)

John Getting one by Jeremy Conn... (Money vs Mayhem 7/18/09)

Vet Tony Oakley catching a pass for a 1st. (Victors vs LBH2 8/1/09) Hale breaking two tackles for an extra yd. (Victors vs LBH2 8/1/09)

Had to put one of me. (No Response vs Untouchables 8/1/09)

Interception (No Response vs Untouchables 8/1/09)

(No Response vs Untouchables 8/1/09)

Tip Toe the line! (No Response vs Untouchables 8/1/09)

No Response 8/1/09