Originally Posted On lod2024.blogspot.com October 17, 2024
Original Author: Chuck & Ant
GENTLEMEN, we are through 6 fucking weeks. After this week we will have hit the halfway point of the regular szn. So thought I throw out this little gem of a photo with a story for the bottom half of the league.
This photo represents hope, that even when you are down you are not out. This man right here ANDREWS E-40 ALAS had one of the greatest comebacks since the Patriots in Superbowl 51. The day was March 12th, 2022, Erik, Wings and I had made a trip out to Colorado to visit Anthony Punjabi Roberto Perez and Ryan Joao Ronaldo Batista. During that day we had all made it out to Ryan’s house and we were all hanging out and drinking and vibing enjoying that fresh Colorado Spring air. We get through a good portion of the day and we are getting close ready to head out on the day I believe we were going to Top golf and this man here falls down the steps and is completely faded and pale. We all thought this man was gonna die and Ryan had the look like he was gonna go away on attempted murder since it was at his house. We got this man some water and a seat. Once he was good we all took off to head out to the place. The entire time this man had water and did not speak for probably the next 7 hours at all.
We got finished at the place and wanted to do karaoke and went to this country karaoke bar. The night was vibin, then some white dude got up there and started rapping snoop dog and the N word. No it was not me, it was maybe Ryan. Erik was towards the end of his prime getting hit on by two women at once and told that nah I’m good I need sleep tonight, this is how we knew Erik was a changed man. Anyways getting back on topic, we are getting towards the end of the night its about 1 in the morning and everyone is finishing there last drinks and wings still had not said a word and we are about 10 hours in now. Then he disappears and everyone is like where did he go?!? Then we see this man on stage prepping to sing and he proceeds to sing Livin on a Prayer by Bon Jovi. The amount of shock and hype that happened and the way this place was screaming for him was insane. Some guy even put a dollar in his jacket pocket why he was performing. First words in 10 hours and he does this. A fucking legend.
If there is anything to take away from this story for fantasy football purposes it is this. You can stumble out the gate, fall on your ass and be down in the dumps. However, it is a long season so starting rough is not the end of it it matters how you finish and you can finish the season singing your heart out holding the trophy and trying your best to get it together or you can give up and stay on the floor. Go the wings route give it your all every time to get back up and finish the night strong cause fantasy is literally based on 4 words and those 4 words are. Livin’ on a Prayer.
Now for next week we will have a new format for the blog debuting that will break down more information and a lot more looks into the fantasy realm of LOD, but for now to end this format of the blog, here is your Half way point power rankings and what each team needs to improve there team. This a combined rankings of me and ant after we did this together in the cord. |
Power rankings and Team Needs –
LOD Super Bowl IX Contenders
1A. Chuck – This team got right back on pace with another 200 point banger. This has been the most dominant team scoring wise all season and has only had 2 bad weeks due to BYES and injuries. 4 of 6 weeks as highest scorer. This team has the needs of this – Dobbins to continue to stay healthy as he has only played 9 games in the last 3 seasons before this one. Achane to also stay healthy as he only played 11 games as a rookie and just got injured with a concussion before bye week. The last thing is the consistency of Tank Dell. Before Dell got hurt last season he was Stroud’s favorite target. From his injury then also getting shot in the off season he’s been at a slow start and competing with Collins and Diggs. With Collin on IR now can the resurgence of Dell be found.
1B. Ant – This team has been the most consistent scoring team each week hitting over there projections 5 out of 6 weeks on the season. The team has a lot of depth to take care of injuries and rotate starters in and out. The one thing we decided this team needs – is I said QB in general, but do to recent QB play of Caleb Williams we went with Caleb to be Caleb. Caleb has been great the last two weeks with back to back 50 burgers against the 2 worst teams in football. However, the hype and talent of Caleb being the #1 overall pick is what Ant is banking on (or just being a delusional USC fan). If Caleb can be Caleb then this team has a lot to look forward too.
3. Wings – This team went through a rough patch early on of Injuries and his Love for Josh Allen costing him a couple games. 4th overall in scoring and a solid squad moving forward. You have moved on to Jayden and it has worked wonders, but when Amari Cooper got traded to the Bills and I quote you saying “My lil dick is ALL THE WAY up” I think that re-sparked the QB controversy you are having. However, this is what we decided this team needs – This team needs a backup running back. We have seen Blastoise walker go out for injury and UCLA Zach come in and tear it up, but the injuries of Rhamondre and walker are still concerning, Chubba Hubbard now competing with Brooks who was drafted to become the man. Pollard has been a great find though, but getting a backup running back to replace production that has been lost already will be needed.
4. Joe – The undefeated Joe puns are over thank god. However, you have experience quite a bit these last couple weeks, Nico Collins to IR, a loss, Shaheed going to IR more then likely after his knee surgery and Taylor getting hurt. However, having the backups of Taylor and the break out of Tracy is nice plus Kyren is him. We figured out what this team needs and that is WR’s and the team to stay healthy. Outside of 2 big games Brian Thomas is inconsistent and relies on a deep ball to stay relevant. Zay flowers is emerging but relying on games where they can not run the ball well is the scary part of Flowers. Downs is only relevant if Flacco is the QB and thats about it for WR. Nico collins we do not know when he is coming back especially with a hamstring injury and a 5-1 record it might be a take there time with him to get him right for the playoffs. Shaheed is probably done with surgery to the knee. WRs and the rest of your team to stay healthy is what is definitely needed.
Playoff teams
5. Erik – It has been a wild season for you already from hoping all over the leader boards from being the highest rank team and favorite of Ant and wings to start the year to falling to the bottom then back up then back down to middle of the pact. This was an easy one for us to figure out as it was decided this team needs a QB/ Consistency. You have probably had the worst QB controversy with both of them being kinda ass. They both have only hit projections twice through 6 weeks and have a combined total of 10 interceptions and only 18 touchdowns. For those two especially with those teams supposed to be the top dogs of there respective division it is a sad showing. We know what this team can due but the overall consistency has been rough outside of Derrick Henry. Amari Cooper becoming a bill is definitely good for you though, but consistency is key and you haven’t had it.
6. Ryan – Another team with a wild ride in the playoff race, Jamar Chase and JJ are still the best duo in the league, your trade has been a bust after one week with Brian Robinson knee injury and the Harrison concussion. Kyler after the Call of Duty endorsement has been bad, but its not all bad. Jakobi Meyers is the new WR1, Darnell Mooney has been great, and Evan Engram is back to being PPR TE man. However, your team name speaks on what you need the most a RB. This need is like a mega nuke whale max 10 need. Singletary is bound to split work with Tracy, Brian Robinson Knee injury, Bucky Irving consistency/ non shared work, Mostert old and 3rd in pecking order, Ford now irrelevant with injury and Chubb back. This team needs a RB bad. Every championship team has had a top 5 running back. Last year Nauch had CMC who finished 1. Year before that Gio had Ekeler who finished 1 and Cook who finished 10th. year Before that Ant had Najee who finished 3rd and Mixon who finished 4th. Then Year before that Gio had Kamara who finished 1 and Cook who finished 4th. Then lastly year before that it was Erik with CMC who finished 1 and Derrick Henry who finished 4th. Then Wings winning his on that back of Zeke finishing rb5 in The ESPN era. Then Chuck with the LeVeon Bell, Todd Gurley, Zeke, Devonta Freeman and David Johnson who were just dominant, mainly LeVeon bell. all things to say go get a running back.
Playoff hopefuls –
7. Nauch – This team has to be a headache, however its still solid enough to compete. Diggs and Kittle have been Amazing along with Geno. The addition of Joe Mixon was definitely an upgrade that was needed and sacrificing an inconsistent Harrison for it and Robinson was worth it. Mixon and Cook is a solid backfield to have. Despite the addition of 2 receivers in that trade, it was decided you have the biggest need of WR. The reason why for this is Diggs in consistent, but nobody else is. Aiyuk is probably the most overrated WR in football and the one that is a close second is Chris Olave. These guys are the definition of a couple good games and 2 great games where they look like stars but then go back down to mid and disappear. Jaylen Waddle loves to get hurt and play hurt, so his consistency is definitely in question. Then you have Old man Hopkins and fast guy with horny QB Jeudy. Finding another WR is prime. There is a lot of teams you can upgrade at receiver with and down grade a little bit at RB by trading one of them, definitely something to look into.
8. Gio – Gio, you have shown a little bit of light as of recent that maybe you aren’t completely dead. Chris Godwin is going crazy this year with Baker, Mahomes killed Rice so Taylor Swift didn’t diss him in a song cause Kelce wasn’t getting the ball so he’s back, Lamar is probably gonna run for 1000 yards this season and finish as QB1 and Davante Adams reunites with Rodgers in New York. However, this was easy and you have some WR wealth but, THIS team NEEDS A RB. Jordan Mason got hurt and saw that the other 49ers backs go crazy so might be split work, plus CMC comes back in 2 weeks and he will comeback cause the 49eres are struggling so far in the season. Etienne is hurt and lost his job more then likely to Tank and is looking like the biggest bust of the year depending on what CMC does. Rachaad White has also more than likely lost his job to Bucky and will move into a time share or committee with tucker. Zamir white is awful and everyone knew that, You need Jacobs to die for Wilson to be even close to relevant. Lamar cant be your only Rb on the roster.
Livin on a Prayer –
9. Rob – Mr Fadez, if anyone can find the magic its you. This team has the star talent to do so, Saquon, Burrow, Hill, Bowers, Deebo. CMC in 2 weeks if he is full healthy and Chubb bounce back. This team is the definition of living on a prayer that everything goes right. Lockett consistent and Keenan building rapport and the injuries to Reed and Wicks is big for Doubs. However, we agreed the big need is still RB. Saquon is still there to dominate. CMC after having this type of injury in both legs is a huge risk regardless of his talent and Chubb after having a second major break in his leg is definitely a risk. (Hey its chuck, im still on the Chubb hype train, hes one of the guys who doesnt let age and injury fuck him). However, some consistency at RB is definitely going to be needed to make this prayer a reality.
10. Bryan – The outdoorsman himself. You know this is not a shocker even to you, this wasnt a season you expected to dominate and show out because of the draft and how many picks you had. However, there is hope here and I think a good amount. Obviously QB has been a whirlwind for you because of Mahomes and Reed has been a great find. Your Rbs are not bad, Jacobs has been solid for work, Chase Brown emergence and acquiring a rising deandre swift. We did declare that your biggest need is at WR. Reed is nice and moore but, thats about it. Shakir isnt great and irrelevant with Cooper now, Pop douglas I love but is a question mark in the fuck it lets see what happens Pats offense and Puka can possibly be put out on hold for a while because of how the season has gone. Get some consistent WR around you and if Mahomes figures it out at QB or you trade for one as an upgrade things can look up.
New format to come next week and hopefully we see more activeness in the league all around for shit talking, group chat, discord and what not. Miss the shit talking 🙁