Whirled Football League
Amsterdam Lions (4-6) After 4 games, Amsterdam was 3-1 and looking like a contender; after 10, they are floundering at 4-6 and the future looks pretty bleak. The Lions average the fewest yards per game by 50 yards, which needs…
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At the end of the day, you need a good quarterback to win, and if Mike Glennon is the answer, you’re clearly asking the wrong question. The Red Stars have some talent, and the defense could be strong, but at the…
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Cape Town could be very strong: a ground game anchored by Adrian Peterson, some spectacular receivers, and a defense that could be among the league’s best. Rarely in this league, the question mark is under center: just how good is Teddy…
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As befits their core teams, Istanbul’s strongest suit are their linebackers, but there is fantastic talent throughout the side. The Janissaries should be in contention all year, especially if Franco Harris can prove he belongs at this level. OFFENSE 3WR1RB – I Formation…
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Lomé has some tools to put together an impressive ball control offense with Jim Kelly at the helm. But the secondary may be an Achilles heel, keeping the Victory from living up to their name. OFFENSE 3WR1RB – Pro Set Kelly is the key, but…
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The WFL’s only South American representative could have a fantastic season. It starts and ends with Jim Brown, but if the offense can add some diversity, the defense should be plenty stout to reach the postseason. OFFENSE Pro Basic I – I…
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There are two questions: does Dan Marino have enough tools at his disposal, and can the defense be, at a minimum, a bit above average. If both of those are answered in the affirmative, Sydney could be playing in the postseason….
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This is a strong team. And, Karl Mecklenburg is really, really good. He will anchor a solid defense. If George Blanda can keep his interceptions down, the Swallows can fly high, indeed. OFFENSE 3WR1RB – I Formation Earl Campbell will provide the thunder against…
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It’s a question of how much the flaws show, really: the high end talent here is quite impressive, especially at linebacker. But a strong offensive line could be sabotaged by weakness at C, and there is not much depth in…
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The only hope for Rome is that Peyton Manning can outscore the other team. And, maybe he can. But the defense just looks too weak overall for much more than the stumbles of an empire in decline. OFFENSE Pro Basic – Pro Set…
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