1. Quail Hunters
3. Cute Little Puppies
4. Leftovers
5. 47ers
6. Hottez wit da bodiez
7. The Lions
8. Easily Offensive
9. Honey Badger
10. PlowBoys
WatchBlog out.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
2011 CFFFL Awards - See who won
With all the excitement of the 2012 Draft, WatchBlog hasn't had time to
acknowledge the awards ceremony that took place prior to the draft
recognizing the results of the inaugural 2011 CFFFL season. See the
T-Shirts awarded to each 2011 team below:
1. Quail Hunters
2. Cousin Mose & Me
3. Cute Little Puppies
4. Leftovers
5. 47ers
6. Hottez wit da bodiez
7. The Lions
8. Easily Offensive
9. Honey Badger
10. PlowBoys
WatchBlog out.
1. Quail Hunters
3. Cute Little Puppies
4. Leftovers
5. 47ers
6. Hottez wit da bodiez
7. The Lions
8. Easily Offensive
9. Honey Badger
10. PlowBoys
WatchBlog out.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Fake Vegas Odds are Out - and shocking
WatchBlog here. Our Resident Fake Vegas Oddsmaker has weighed in on the 2012 CFFFL season, and has some surprising opinions. Personally, WatchBlog thinks Fake Vegas is gonna lose its shirt with odds like these but, unlike most things posted here, WatchBlog didn't make these up:
1. Easily Offensive - 4-1
2. Leftovers - 6-1
3. 47ers - 8-1
3. Quail Hunters - 8-1
5. CowPokes - 10-1
5. Honey Badger - 10-1
5. The Gamers 10-1
5. Sugar Gliders - 10-1
9. MotherBoy - 12-1
10. Hottez with da bodiez - 20-1
Let the fake wagering begin. WatchBlog out.
1. Easily Offensive - 4-1
2. Leftovers - 6-1
3. 47ers - 8-1
3. Quail Hunters - 8-1
5. CowPokes - 10-1
5. Honey Badger - 10-1
5. The Gamers 10-1
5. Sugar Gliders - 10-1
9. MotherBoy - 12-1
10. Hottez with da bodiez - 20-1
Let the fake wagering begin. WatchBlog out.
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Grading the Draft - part 2
WatchBlog here again. You've seen my bottom 4, now here's my top 6 of the 2012 CFFFL draft ranked 1 - 6.
1. Quail Hunters - It doesn't seem to matter what position they draft, whether the draft is online or in person, whether it is 2011 or 2012, or whether they show up to make their own picks or not, when Draft Day is over, you can be sure the Quail Hunters are going to be on top. Even drafting 6th overall, they still were able to come away with an elite QB, an elite WR, an elite TE, and a pair of pretty nice RBs to boot. The most puzzling aspect of the Quail Hunters' drafting prowess over the past 2 seasons is that manager Amanda "Oh, you meant THIS Saturday?" Cook has never taken part in one. 2 drafts in a row she has put her faith in a competing manager, her dad, to not only draft well for her team, but to do so at the expense of his own roster. This bold strategy has worked so well, that many managers have considered abandoning the draft altogether and just letting Jerry "if Eli breaks his neck this year, we'll know it's my fault" Cook to just select the players for every team next year. If the Hunters have a weakness it is in their lack of depth at most every position, but if their starters stay healthy, you can bet they will be in the "Hunt" for another ring. Grade: A+
2. MotherBoy - In another chapter from the book "The Rich Just Keep Getting Richer" the two best drafts in 2012 were from the two CFFFL Super Bowl participants in 2011. With strengths at every position, Gary "If you were hot, mother, we would win" Cook's new and improved MotherBoy squad is poised to make another run at the crown, and hopes to dethrone the Quail Hunters after an embarrassing 101-75 loss to them in the Championship game last year. To help his own cause, the Commish made a "slight realignment" of the divisions so that suddenly the 3 worst drafted teams are now in his division. A lucky coincidence I'm sure. Based on this team's win at all cost attitude, this team is awarded second best draft honors. Grade: A
3. Hottez wit da bodiez - Running away with the most improved draft category is Lauren "First I had to drive 45 minutes, and then it lasted 3 hours? Whatevs..." Cook and her Hottez wit da bodiez. Moving away from her previous "Hots Only" strategy Lauren delivered with an impressive squad. Where her strategy may have failed her is that she seemed to go with "Fragile Players Only." Expect this team's starters to win the "Most Missed Playing Time" award. Between Foster, Vick, Gore, and P. Thomas, a healthy dose of injury replacements will be necessary - not exactly the Hottez strong suit based on 2011. Nevertheless, a job well done. Grade: A
4. Leftovers - After finishing in 4th place in 2011, the Leftovers followed up with a 4th ranked draft. You've got to love their consistency. And honestly, you've got to love their draft. Ray Rice just by himself can make just about anyone have a good draft. Follow it up with a solid QB some great WRs, some traditionally solid RBs, and even a great K, and anyone can see why this team will be a tough out. Cindy "if I had been drafting for Amanda, I would have started with a kicker" Cook will try to avoid a late season tumble like the one she suffered in 2011, and hopes instead for a much stronger finish. Her QB health will probably determine that again this year, and with Stafford, that's never a guarantee. Grade: A
5. 47ers - Jerry "I'm by far the best drafter in this league, just not for my team" Cook's 47ers looks good based on projections, however serious concerns abound with closer examination. RB Chris Johnson was no where near a top player in 2011, but has been dominant in the past. Calvin Johnson is an unquestioned stud, but after an unbelievable 2011, will undoubtedly be facing defenses game planning specifically for him. The same could be said for Eli Manning, coming off a second NFL title. Of course, if great players could be stopped easily, then they wouldn't be great, and for that reason, the 47ers should be commended. Grade: A
6. Sugar Gliders - While Shoshana "can you just skip me this round?" Cook had previously co-managed in the CFFFL, it was widely known that her participation in day to day team activities was non-existent. As such it was a surprise when it was announced that one of the two new replacement teams would be managed by her. The Sugar Gliders' manager did not hide her 1st draft jitters, and appeared uncomfortable for the entire first half of the draft. However, you shouldn't confuse jitters with lack of preparation. Armed with a cell phone and unlimited texting capabilities, the Sugar Gliders took an in person draft, and re-inserted an electronic component. Though unconventional, the mix worked as the Gliders emerged with a salty and balanced attack. As with most of the top teams, her bench is a bit suspect, but which ever of these top teams emerges the healthiest, will likely land on top. Because season projections for each team with a draft ranked 2 - 6 had a margin of separation of a mere 7 points, it is no wonder that each received an identical draft grade. Grade: A
Only 6 teams make the playoffs. Don't be surprised if everyone of them comes from the list above. WatchBlog out.
1. Quail Hunters - It doesn't seem to matter what position they draft, whether the draft is online or in person, whether it is 2011 or 2012, or whether they show up to make their own picks or not, when Draft Day is over, you can be sure the Quail Hunters are going to be on top. Even drafting 6th overall, they still were able to come away with an elite QB, an elite WR, an elite TE, and a pair of pretty nice RBs to boot. The most puzzling aspect of the Quail Hunters' drafting prowess over the past 2 seasons is that manager Amanda "Oh, you meant THIS Saturday?" Cook has never taken part in one. 2 drafts in a row she has put her faith in a competing manager, her dad, to not only draft well for her team, but to do so at the expense of his own roster. This bold strategy has worked so well, that many managers have considered abandoning the draft altogether and just letting Jerry "if Eli breaks his neck this year, we'll know it's my fault" Cook to just select the players for every team next year. If the Hunters have a weakness it is in their lack of depth at most every position, but if their starters stay healthy, you can bet they will be in the "Hunt" for another ring. Grade: A+
2. MotherBoy - In another chapter from the book "The Rich Just Keep Getting Richer" the two best drafts in 2012 were from the two CFFFL Super Bowl participants in 2011. With strengths at every position, Gary "If you were hot, mother, we would win" Cook's new and improved MotherBoy squad is poised to make another run at the crown, and hopes to dethrone the Quail Hunters after an embarrassing 101-75 loss to them in the Championship game last year. To help his own cause, the Commish made a "slight realignment" of the divisions so that suddenly the 3 worst drafted teams are now in his division. A lucky coincidence I'm sure. Based on this team's win at all cost attitude, this team is awarded second best draft honors. Grade: A
3. Hottez wit da bodiez - Running away with the most improved draft category is Lauren "First I had to drive 45 minutes, and then it lasted 3 hours? Whatevs..." Cook and her Hottez wit da bodiez. Moving away from her previous "Hots Only" strategy Lauren delivered with an impressive squad. Where her strategy may have failed her is that she seemed to go with "Fragile Players Only." Expect this team's starters to win the "Most Missed Playing Time" award. Between Foster, Vick, Gore, and P. Thomas, a healthy dose of injury replacements will be necessary - not exactly the Hottez strong suit based on 2011. Nevertheless, a job well done. Grade: A
4. Leftovers - After finishing in 4th place in 2011, the Leftovers followed up with a 4th ranked draft. You've got to love their consistency. And honestly, you've got to love their draft. Ray Rice just by himself can make just about anyone have a good draft. Follow it up with a solid QB some great WRs, some traditionally solid RBs, and even a great K, and anyone can see why this team will be a tough out. Cindy "if I had been drafting for Amanda, I would have started with a kicker" Cook will try to avoid a late season tumble like the one she suffered in 2011, and hopes instead for a much stronger finish. Her QB health will probably determine that again this year, and with Stafford, that's never a guarantee. Grade: A
5. 47ers - Jerry "I'm by far the best drafter in this league, just not for my team" Cook's 47ers looks good based on projections, however serious concerns abound with closer examination. RB Chris Johnson was no where near a top player in 2011, but has been dominant in the past. Calvin Johnson is an unquestioned stud, but after an unbelievable 2011, will undoubtedly be facing defenses game planning specifically for him. The same could be said for Eli Manning, coming off a second NFL title. Of course, if great players could be stopped easily, then they wouldn't be great, and for that reason, the 47ers should be commended. Grade: A
6. Sugar Gliders - While Shoshana "can you just skip me this round?" Cook had previously co-managed in the CFFFL, it was widely known that her participation in day to day team activities was non-existent. As such it was a surprise when it was announced that one of the two new replacement teams would be managed by her. The Sugar Gliders' manager did not hide her 1st draft jitters, and appeared uncomfortable for the entire first half of the draft. However, you shouldn't confuse jitters with lack of preparation. Armed with a cell phone and unlimited texting capabilities, the Sugar Gliders took an in person draft, and re-inserted an electronic component. Though unconventional, the mix worked as the Gliders emerged with a salty and balanced attack. As with most of the top teams, her bench is a bit suspect, but which ever of these top teams emerges the healthiest, will likely land on top. Because season projections for each team with a draft ranked 2 - 6 had a margin of separation of a mere 7 points, it is no wonder that each received an identical draft grade. Grade: A
Only 6 teams make the playoffs. Don't be surprised if everyone of them comes from the list above. WatchBlog out.
Grading the Draft - part 1
WatchBlog here. According to Yahoo! projections, for the second year in a row, the best draft was executed "by" the Quail Hunters. Since they went on to win the Super Bowl after winning that distinction last year, shouldn't the CFFFL just shut it down for 2012 and crown the Hunters repeat champs? Well, maybe. Let's look at the draft, starting with the worst 4 drafts, ranked by WatchBlog between 7 - 10.
7. PlowBoys - After a rather pathetic first season, and finishing dead last in 2011, the PlowBoys needed a new attitude. Perhaps they needed a new general manager, but instead they went with the attitude thing. With the first overall pick, speculation was rampant that the signature Cowboy Homer Reach Pick (CHRP) was gonna start the 2012 draft off with a bang. Instead, the PlowBoys picked the highest scoring player in the draft, and indeed, a stronger PlowBoys team was in the making. And then the rest of the draft happened. The CHRP immediately appeared in round 2 with the selection of Miles Austin about 20 picks earlier than necessary. Wes Welker was also added (about 10 picks early) and now the PlowBoys had their receiving core locked up. Or so everyone thought except for Norman "wait, are there still Cowboys I haven't drafted available?" Cook. Normal draft strategy was not gonna interfere with the PlowBoy's mission statement: "Stop caring as soon as all the Cowboy players are gone." Even with all the questionable moves filling out the PlowBoy roster, a stud QB and an impressive stable of WRs earned the PlowBoys a well deserved attitude adjustment. Grade: B
8. Easily Offensive - After a disappointing 2011 season resulted in this early favorite finishing out of the playoffs, and in 8th place (and losing to the now defunct Lions in the last game of the season) David "I really don't know what I'm doing, do I?" Cook was looking to rebound in a big way. A mid draft pick, and having the ultimate in home-field advantage for the draft surely was going to result in a good day. But then the draft began, and it became obvious that more time had been spent on draft room preparation, than actual draft preparation. Cook's draft was filled with injury-prone RBs, less than stellar WRs, and a QB that no longer has any stud WRs to throw to. The best thing that could be said about it was that at least both of his TEs don't have lacerated spleens. Cook's draft was easily the most offensive (not the good kind) of the day - well except for the next two. Grade: D
9. Honey Badger - The don't care Badgers came to draft day with a plan. Obvious research had been conducted, and a new leaf had been turned. Unfortunately, the plan was either a bad one, or got derailed along the way. A QB destined for a sophomore slump, and an unknown rookie component at RB comprised Andrew "I've really got to stop my sister from beating me this time" Cook's first two picks, and the uncertainty alone pushes the Honey Badger toward the bottom of the draft. What Andrew has going for him is his team's tremendous upside, and it is quite possible his risks pay big dividends. But until they do, WatchBlog has to base a grade on the information available, and unfortunately the Badger book is still out. Grade: D
10. The Gamers - By far the most intriguing draft of the day came from its newest team, The Gamers. The whole league was abuzz wondering what this newcomer would bring to the league, and whether the corruption rampant in Chicago would be on display when this former Chicagoan entered the draft room. Durlon "I know something you don't know about Jay Cutler, and by the way, taxes are for suckers" Bryant did not disappoint. Can't be sure who paid him off, but after his first pick, it was obvious that someone had paid Bryant to take a dive. Jay Cutler? At 10? Well, at least he got his backup QB tied up so he could focus on drafting a RB who due to a hold out, might not play at all this season. Eliminate those first 2 picks, and the rest of The Gamers draft was not horrible. However, draft grades are pretty much all about the first 2 picks. Grade: F
The top 6 still to come. WatchBlog out.
7. PlowBoys - After a rather pathetic first season, and finishing dead last in 2011, the PlowBoys needed a new attitude. Perhaps they needed a new general manager, but instead they went with the attitude thing. With the first overall pick, speculation was rampant that the signature Cowboy Homer Reach Pick (CHRP) was gonna start the 2012 draft off with a bang. Instead, the PlowBoys picked the highest scoring player in the draft, and indeed, a stronger PlowBoys team was in the making. And then the rest of the draft happened. The CHRP immediately appeared in round 2 with the selection of Miles Austin about 20 picks earlier than necessary. Wes Welker was also added (about 10 picks early) and now the PlowBoys had their receiving core locked up. Or so everyone thought except for Norman "wait, are there still Cowboys I haven't drafted available?" Cook. Normal draft strategy was not gonna interfere with the PlowBoy's mission statement: "Stop caring as soon as all the Cowboy players are gone." Even with all the questionable moves filling out the PlowBoy roster, a stud QB and an impressive stable of WRs earned the PlowBoys a well deserved attitude adjustment. Grade: B
8. Easily Offensive - After a disappointing 2011 season resulted in this early favorite finishing out of the playoffs, and in 8th place (and losing to the now defunct Lions in the last game of the season) David "I really don't know what I'm doing, do I?" Cook was looking to rebound in a big way. A mid draft pick, and having the ultimate in home-field advantage for the draft surely was going to result in a good day. But then the draft began, and it became obvious that more time had been spent on draft room preparation, than actual draft preparation. Cook's draft was filled with injury-prone RBs, less than stellar WRs, and a QB that no longer has any stud WRs to throw to. The best thing that could be said about it was that at least both of his TEs don't have lacerated spleens. Cook's draft was easily the most offensive (not the good kind) of the day - well except for the next two. Grade: D
9. Honey Badger - The don't care Badgers came to draft day with a plan. Obvious research had been conducted, and a new leaf had been turned. Unfortunately, the plan was either a bad one, or got derailed along the way. A QB destined for a sophomore slump, and an unknown rookie component at RB comprised Andrew "I've really got to stop my sister from beating me this time" Cook's first two picks, and the uncertainty alone pushes the Honey Badger toward the bottom of the draft. What Andrew has going for him is his team's tremendous upside, and it is quite possible his risks pay big dividends. But until they do, WatchBlog has to base a grade on the information available, and unfortunately the Badger book is still out. Grade: D
10. The Gamers - By far the most intriguing draft of the day came from its newest team, The Gamers. The whole league was abuzz wondering what this newcomer would bring to the league, and whether the corruption rampant in Chicago would be on display when this former Chicagoan entered the draft room. Durlon "I know something you don't know about Jay Cutler, and by the way, taxes are for suckers" Bryant did not disappoint. Can't be sure who paid him off, but after his first pick, it was obvious that someone had paid Bryant to take a dive. Jay Cutler? At 10? Well, at least he got his backup QB tied up so he could focus on drafting a RB who due to a hold out, might not play at all this season. Eliminate those first 2 picks, and the rest of The Gamers draft was not horrible. However, draft grades are pretty much all about the first 2 picks. Grade: F
The top 6 still to come. WatchBlog out.
Draft Day
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| 2012 CFFFL Draft Board |
Let's Make a Deal!
Just under the wire, Commish Gary "I've been shelling out for years, it's the least you could do" Cook was finally able to convince the two remaining team holdouts to abandon their demands for restoration of their Netflix accounts, and return to the CFFFL just in time for draft day. Andy "call me Andrew, I'm like a foot taller than you" Cook and his sister Lauren "is this gonna take much longer?" Cook showed up on draft day with a new commitment to the CFFFL and a seeming desire to put actual effort into their teams. This desire would carry both of them through much of the grueling 3 hour draft, or more specifically, right up to overall pick 9 of the first round. Eh, at least they showed up.
Speaking of showing up...
In a "fool me twice, shame on me" like episode, the entire CFFFL draft room was shocked with the news that the reigning CFFFL champion Quail Hunters would not be participating in the draft for the second year in a row. Utilizing the rare "draft by proxy" technique, Amanda "didn't anyone else realize this was Labor Day weekend?" Cook turned over her draft responsibilities to her dad, Jerry "first I gave you life, and then I gave you a championship" Cook, exactly as she did 1 short year ago. WatchBlog was unable to reach Amanda for comment, but surely it would have gone something like "Um, what part of having your cake and eating it too doesn't sound good to you?"
Kiss the Cousins Goodbye
In the first re-branding effort of the season, team Cousin Mose & Me, fresh off a Super Bowl loss, decided to distance themselves from the embarrassment of losing a league they created for the sole purpose of winning it, and changed their name to MotherBoy. Gary "I should have realized by the sailor suits that I was not going north to the promised land, I was going south. South to MotherBoy" Cook reportedly was not the first team wanting to claim "MotherBoy" as a new team name, but he's the Commish, so what are you gonna do?
League play begins in 3 days. WatchBlog draft grades coming soon. Stay tuned.
WatchBlog out.
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