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| Santiago Smith, WR, LAX |
The Los Angeles Express, Oklahoma Outlaws, Tampa Bay Bandits, Detroit Wheels, and New York Stars all lead their divisions by four games with six to play.
Los Angeles WR Santiago Smith caught seven passes for 267 yards and three TDs during a 37-20 win over the San Jose SaberCats. Oklahoma LDE Joe Braatz had 5 tackles, 3 sacks, and 13 hurries as the Outlaws shut down San Antonio, 28-10, all but ending the Gunslingers' three-year reign atop the Southwest Division.
The Cleveland Thunderbolts had two late opportunities to topple unbeaten Detroit, but both went by the wayside during the Wheels' 16-10 victory. Cleveland was at the Detroit 18 with 2:40 to play, but a sack by RDE Israel Rogers killed that drive. After Detroit QB Mario Valencia threw his third interception of the day, Cleveland moved to a first down at the 9. The Thunderbolts decided to run on the last two plays of the game, and netted only a yard before time expired.
In other Week 10 games:
- The South Division remains in a three-way tie after the Georgia Force, Shreveport Steamer, and Birmingham Stallions all notched Week 10 victories.
- Chicago WR Chester Landes caught 10 passes for 246 yards and three TDs and also threw 16 run blocks as the Blitz (5-5) stayed in the playoff chase via a 23-18 win over the Memphis Showboats. Chris Farrel kicked a 48-yard field goal with 1:08 to play, giving Memphis an 18-17 lead. But, two plays later, Daniel McKee found Landes behind the Showboats secondary for the 55-yard game-winning touchdown.
- The Portland Storm, who gave up 70 points to Tampa Bay last week, rebounded with a solid defensive performance during a 20-13 win over the Orlando Renegades. Portland MLB William Bennett recorded three sacks, forced a fumble and recovered it for Portland, which shut out Orlando in the second half. Portland CB Timothy McLaughlin had 12 tackles.
- The Honolulu Hawaiians knocked Oakland a game behind West Division leader Arizona by beating the Invaders, 13-10. FS Brent Sylvain intercepted an Oakland pass in the end zone, then WR Dustin Smith outran the Oakland secondary for an 80-yard TD pass on the next play to tie the score, 10-10. Samuel Hoye's 25-yard field goal with 2:32 remaining was the game-winner for the Hawaiians.
- The shocker of the day came in Charlotte, where the Hornets knocked off Atlantic Division leader Baltimore, 20-6. Charlotte DT Derek Mattison had 8 tackles, 4 hurries, a sack, and an interception.
- SoCal QB James Perry threw for 426 yards and four TDs, but the Boston Breakers edged the Sun, 38-29, behind four TD passes from Michael Temples.
- The Washington Federals picked up their first victory, edging the Michigan Panthers, 23-21. Richard Brazier had one of Washington's three interceptions.
Week 11 Preview
Three teams fighting for the top of the West Division face significant tests. The Oakland Invaders (7-3) host the Pacific Division-leading Los Angeles Express (8-2) while the division leader Arizona Wranglers (8-2) are at home against the Portland Storm (7-3).Record Book
The fewest points given up in a season is 168 (10.5 per game), by the 1974 Florida Blazers. Last season's Detroit Wheels gave up 169. Both teams won the World Bowl championships in those seasons. The most points scored in a season is 636 (39.75 per game), by the 1975 Oakland Invaders, who also won the World Bowl. The Tampa Bay Bandits are on pace to break Oakland's record, with 435 points (43.5 per game) through 10 weeks.Coach's Profile
SunBlaze22, San Jose Sabercats
Playing MFN: For almost three years now (with breaks in-between).
Hometown: Brighton, CO
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| SunBlaze22, San Jose SaberCats |
Current Residence: Lakewood, CO
Day Job: Forensic science technician
Favorite Sports Teams: Oakland Raiders, Miami Dolphins, Boston Red
Sox
A Real-Life Sports Experience: Growing up, I always loved playing and
watching football. My friends and I would play it in the back yard all the time. In high school, I played on the football team. I originally
played as a WR for the first fews years. My final year of high school I left
the team to work on my academics and other hobbies. I loved playing; I just
wasn’t very good at it. But it was a very good experience for me.
A Fantasy Sports Experience: Not much else except for playing on here. I’ve
helped a few people out with fantasy leagues, but never actually played myself.
Coach’s Corner: Don’t be afraid to change things up if they
aren’t working for you. Change around players, formations, and plays till you
find what works best for you and your team. Also, a lot of players look better
on the field than they do on paper. Keep the guys that you can rely on during
the game. Just because a player has high ratings doesn’t mean they’ll play
great.
