Western Conference Pro Bowl announced!

The Western Conference Conference has announced their Pro Bowl squad for 2018.
QB Arthur Brenner - Aces (176/304, 3235 yds, 32 TD)
QB Roy Padilla - (213/309, 2356 yds, 21 TD)
QB James Delarosa - (310/501, 3273 yds, 17 TD)
RB Martin Mayer - Aces (295 att, 1476 yds, 8 TD, 32 rec, 546 yds, 3 TD)
RB Reinaldo Varney - (246 att, 1237 yds, 4 TD, 49 rec, 426 yds, 3 TD)
RB Luis Tuggle - Mustangs (282 att, 1068 yds, 5 TD, 45 rec, 343 yds, 2 TD)
FB Irvin Nolen - Aces (0 att, 0 yds, 0 TD, 18 rec, 128 yds, 1 TD)
G Vernon Hostetler - Aces (76 Pancakes)
G James Holden - Aces (43 Pancakes)
G Daniel Jackson - Mustangs (56 Pancakes)
T Richard Ross - Aces (113 Pancakes)
T Clifford Gibson - (76 Pancakes)
T John Gooding - (71 Pancakes)
C Loren Caldwell - Aces (104 Pancakes)
C Dane Bright - (51 Pancakes)
TE Timothy Manuel - Aces (29 rec, 574 yds, 9 TD)
TE Michael Knight - (54 rec, 939 yds, 10 TD)
WR Steven Cowan - Aces (52 rec, 1164 yds, 10 TD)
WR Delbert Sanches - Aces (22 rec, 756 yds, 9 TD)
WR Johnathan Welker - (81 rec, 866 yds, 5 TD)
WR August Byars - (84 rec, 962 yds, 5 TD)
WR Randy Smith - Mustangs (68 rec, 862 yds, 8 TD)
CB Manuel Clark - Aces (75 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 3 FF, 1 FR)
CB Donald Jones - (65 Tck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD)
CB Robert Cambell - Mustangs (78 Tck, 2 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Randy Cook - Aces (93 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR)
LB Arthur Alfred - Aces (72 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 Sfty, 3 FF, 4 FR)
LB Barry Keys - Aces (77 Tck, 9 Sck, 4 Int, 3 FF)
LB James Donaldson - (88 Tck, 4 Sck)
LB Larry Carpenter - (101 Tck, 2 Sck, 3 FF, 2 FR)
LB Luis Brown - Mustangs (102 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD)
DT Lester Rhoads - Aces (25 Tck, 3 Sck)
DT Reginald Hawkins - Aces (11 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FF, 1 FR)
DT David Wolfe - Aces (7 Tck, 1 Sck)
DT Bobby Paul - Mustangs (13 Tck, 3 Sck, 1 FF)
DE Stephen Mcreynolds - Aces (21 Tck, 3 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR)
DE Randall Fultz - (27 Tck, 5 Sck, 2 FF)
DE Arron Palmer - Mustangs (35 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 FF)
FS Rich Thurman - Aces (59 Tck)
FS Booker Saunders - (91 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
SS Franklin Cothran - Aces (102 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 1 FF)
SS Timothy Garcia - (53 Tck, 3 Sck, 2 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 FF)
K Henry Cole - Aces (28/35 FG)
P Juan Banks - Aces (2697 yards, 27 inside 20)

Eastern Conference Pro Bowl announced!

The Eastern Conference Conference has announced their Pro Bowl squad for 2018.
QB James Woods - (298/421, 3402 yds, 30 TD)
QB Lawrence Finch - Guardians (288/444, 3108 yds, 24 TD)
QB Dale Schindler - Sharks (316/473, 3438 yds, 29 TD)
RB Douglas Holt - (221 att, 875 yds, 7 TD, 19 rec, 137 yds, 2 TD)
RB Ronald Folse - (224 att, 1018 yds, 4 TD, 9 rec, 91 yds, 1 TD)
RB Billy Jackson - Sharks (309 att, 1433 yds, 12 TD, 21 rec, 127 yds, 1 TD)
FB James Yu - Guardians (15 att, 63 yds, 1 TD, 22 rec, 209 yds, 2 TD)
G James Williams - (47 Pancakes)
G Stephen Ochoa - (42 Pancakes)
G Edwin Wortham - Sharks (46 Pancakes)
T Kenneth Porter - (69 Pancakes)
T Jeff Dunham - (77 Pancakes)
T Cyrus Lapointe - Sharks (65 Pancakes)
C James Christopher - Guardians (45 Pancakes)
C Marquis Taylor - Sharks (61 Pancakes)
TE Vernon Lamm - (61 rec, 626 yds, 4 TD)
TE Adrian Strother - (39 rec, 404 yds, 7 TD)
WR John Halsey - (70 rec, 1029 yds, 12 TD)
WR Frank Shuler - (54 rec, 1069 yds, 8 TD)
WR Craig Swisher - Guardians (63 rec, 989 yds, 7 TD)
WR Stacey Darby - Sharks (79 rec, 1291 yds, 8 TD)
WR Jon Villasenor - Sharks (66 rec, 906 yds, 11 TD)
CB Hubert Milner - Guardians (70 Tck, 5 Int, 3 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
CB James Buchanan - Guardians (71 Tck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD)
CB Thomas Flora - Sharks (68 Tck, 5 Int, 2 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Fredrick Phillips - (101 Tck, 3 Int, 2 FF, 3 FR)
LB David Richardson - (66 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Stevie Renfro - (97 Tck, 3 FF, 3 FR)
LB Kenneth Curran - Guardians (105 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 2 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR)
LB Robert Calhoun - Guardians (85 Tck, 6 Sck, 2 Int)
LB Michael Devlin - Sharks (116 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 Int, 3 FF, 1 FR)
DT James Cabral - (19 Tck, 3 Sck)
DT Rex Quinn - (21 Tck, 2 Sck, 4 FF)
DT Mathew Street - Guardians (17 Tck, 2 Sck)
DT Kevin Davis - Guardians (17 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 FF)
DE Daniel Wright - (23 Tck, 8 Sck, 1 Sfty)
DE Bill Abbott - (19 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 Sfty, 3 FF)
DE Michel Ackley - Guardians (21 Tck, 7 Sck)
FS Edward French - (61 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 Int, 4 FF, 2 FR)
FS Tomas Howard - Sharks (77 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int, 3 FF, 2 FR)
SS Robert Rodgers - Guardians (73 Tck, 2 Sck, 1 FF, 2 FR)
SS Johnny Bennett - Sharks (52 Tck, 5 Sck, 4 FF, 2 FR)
K David Salley - (21/24 FG)
P Chet Dolan - (3023 yards, 31 inside 20)

QB Lawrence Finch (WSH) wins League MVP!

NEW YORK -- The Washington Guardians' QB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Finch won the MVP award by amassing season totals of 288/444, 3108 yds, 24 TD.

"I'm honored to receive this award because of the number of other worthy candidates who had some great years," Finch said. "It was just fun for me, truly, to watch them. I'm just glad to be a part of it."

QB Arthur Brenner (LV) wins Playoff MVP!

NEW YORK -- The Las Vegas Aces' QB took home the 2018 Playoff MVP award today. Brenner won the award by amassing playoff totals of 30/43, 572 yds, 6 TD.

QB Lawrence Finch (WSH) wins Offensive Player of the Year!

Washington Guardians quarterback Lawrence Finch is Wolverine Studios Sports Network's Offensive Player of the Year, as selected by a panel of players, coaches and executives.

Finch received 299 first-place votes from the 583 people polled.

Finch in 2018 had 3108 yards and 24 TDs, with only 7 interceptions for a QB Rating of 96.8.

LB Barry Keys (LV) wins Defensive Player of the Year!

NEW YORK -- In his own view, Barry Keys put together his best professional season in 2018. How appropriate, then, that he is the Wolverine Studios Sports Newtwork 2018 Defensive Player of the Year.

The versatile Keys had 77 tackles, 9 sacks, 4 interceptions, and 3 forced fumbles with 0 defensive touchdowns, and was a key to the Aces' turnaround on defense. His role on the defense earned Keys a majority of votes Tuesday from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league.

CB Hubert Milner (WSH) wins Defensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The Washington Guardians' CB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Milner won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 70 Tck, 5 Int, 3 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR.

QB James Woods (TB) wins Offensive Rookie of the Year!

NEW YORK -- The Tampa Bay ' QB was a landslide winner Friday in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league. Woods won the Rookie of the Year award by amassing season totals of 298/421, 3402 yds, 30 TD.

2018 Championship

The Las Vegas Aces have defeated the Orlando Sharks in the 2018 Championship.

The final score was Aces 38 - 31 Sharks.

Arthur Brenner - QB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Barry Keys - LB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Las Vegas Aces have defeated the Los Angeles in the 2018 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Aces 65 - 6 .

Martin Mayer - RB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Jamie Maxwell - CB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Con Championship Game

The Orlando Sharks have defeated the Washington Guardians in the 2018 Con Championship Game.

The final score was Guardians 34 - 41 Sharks.

Billy Jackson - RB had a dominant game on offense playing a key part in the victory.

On defense Leonard Pham - LB had a stellar outing helping seal the win.

Johnny Bennett calls out Sharks Head Coach Brumfield after loss.

Harsh words after the Sharks - Shawn Brumfield game from Johnny Bennett. The Sharks Shawn Brumfield pointed the fingers at the coaching staff, suggesting lackluster preparation was to blame for the loss. 'Surely, we lost, but we were playing well. I think this is a testament to our character and preparation' said the Johnny Bennett - SS Sharks. He added: 'The Shawn Brumfield are a good team, but I we played our hearts out and kept grinding. We learned a lot from this game, and it will help us in the future'.

Week 15: QB Arthur Brenner (LV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Las Vegas Aces' Arthur Brenner threw 3 touchdowns, completing 10 of 17 passes for 257 yards in the Aces victory over the Orlando Sharks.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2018 amateur draft, season number 4 for Brenner, has seen some impressive numbers including 32 touchdown passes this season.

Week 15: LB Barry Keys (LV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Keys absolutely dominated in the Aces 54-21 game with the Orlando Sharks. He finished with 8 Tck, 1 Sck, 3 Int.

Game Recaps for Week 15

Guardians - 28, - 25
- 34, Mustangs - 20
- 20, - 13
Aces - 54, Sharks - 21

Game of the Week: Tampa Bay at Washington Guardians

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Washington Guardians
Certainly, this defense will have a good game. They are 2nd in sacks with 32. They are 4th in points allowed, averaging only 24.5. They are 4th in pass defense. They only give up 245.1 per game. They are 4th in run defense. Giving up only 98.7 yards per game. They are 1st in interceptions with 14. They are 4th in the league in tackles for loss. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush. Get your popcorn ready.

Mary Moore : Washington Guardians
I find it hard to bet against coach Kevin Campbell. He always has them well prepared. He is running a great offense. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense.

Jim Nox : Tampa Bay
Looking at the two rosters, I feel fairly certain that Earl Farrington - CB is the guy to watch, this man is pivotal to the defense. It may come down to the wire though.

Darren Francis : Tampa Bay
There are so many factors to consider when making predictions. This one was easy though.

Sharks keeping tabs on Bandy

A person in the Sharks' building claims coaches closely monitoring the behavior of Fred Bandy - FS. According to people familiar with the team, Bandy has not exactly has the best influence on the younger players.

Roy targets P Patrick Smiley after loss.

Harsh words after the Mustangs - game from Curtis Roy. The G called out the ' players, suggesting some of his teammates were phoning it in. The G said he felt certain player, such as Patrick Smiley - P, were not playing to their full potential. 'He comes up short in the critical situations. He needs to put in the effort. He needs to show he wants this.', he said. Those words are not likely to go over nicely with team management, who could not be reached for a comment.

Week 14: QB Roy Padilla (LA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Los Angeles ' Roy Padilla threw 3 touchdowns, completing 27 of 37 passes for 317 yards in the Guardians victory over the Los Angeles .

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2018 amateur draft, season number 0 for Padilla, has seen some impressive numbers including 19 touchdown passes this season.

Week 14: DE Randall Fultz (LA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Fultz absolutely dominated in the Guardians 28-21 game with the Los Angeles . He finished with 10 Tck, 1 Sck, 2 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 14

- 31, Sharks - 20
Mustangs - 28, - 20
- 24, Aces - 20
Guardians - 28, - 21

Game of the Week: Las Vegas Aces at Tampa Bay

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Las Vegas Aces
I really think their defense will make the difference. They are 5th in sacks with 25. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 23.7. They are 5th in pass defense. They only give up 248.3 per game. They are 2nd in run defense. Giving up only 92.7 yards per game. They are 5th in the league in tackles for loss. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 4th in forced fumbles. If they do not win, I have to buy cake for the entire office. That is how sure I am.

Mary Moore : Tampa Bay
I am sure head coach Steven Perez has something up his sleeve for this game. Can't lose.

Jim Nox : Las Vegas Aces
In the context of this game, a good bet is that the offense will struggle to counter Stephen Mcreynolds - DE. Watch out for him.

Darren Francis : Tampa Bay
This will be an action-packed affair.

Tampa Bay defense dominates!

The ' defense is giving people the business this season. In 12 games they’ve given up only 3662 total yards and 225 points. Fredrick Phillips - LB is the commander-in-chief of the defense with 87 take downs on the year. Could the D be back in Tampa Bay?

Week 13: RB Billy Jackson (ORL) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Jackson's 31 att, 158 yds, 1 TD performance against the New Orleans . Jackson from Clemson was selected in round 2, 1 years ago.

Jackson now has 1268 Rushing Yards and 11 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 13: LB Fredrick Phillips (TB) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Fredrick Phillips of the Tampa Bay has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Phillips finished with 9 Tck, 1 Int, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Game Recaps for Week 13

- 37, - 10
Aces - 33, - 20
Sharks - 38, - 35
Mustangs - 24, Guardians - 13

Game of the Week: Washington Guardians at San Francisco Mustangs

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : San Francisco Mustangs
They won their last game, they will win this game. This will be an action-packed affair.

Mary Moore : Washington Guardians
The Guardians are the real deal.

Jim Nox : Washington Guardians
Looking at the teams, most people think that Darren Mchugh - RB will shine for the Guardians offense. They rely on him, and he will deliver. They greatly outscore them here.

Darren Francis : Washington Guardians
I have a lot of respect for head coach Kevin Campbell. He is doing great things in Washington. He is a great offensive mind. Defensively he makes great adjustments.

Dale Schindler ridicules the .

Dale Schindler was pretty blunt in his postgame interview after the Sharks's win. The Sharks QB made no efforts to hide his lack of respect for the . 'I think this game proves where our team is, and that the just are not at our level', he said.

Week 12: CB Hubert Milner (WSH) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Hubert Milner of the Washington Guardians has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Milner finished with 8 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 FF.

Week 12: QB Lawrence Finch (WSH) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Washington Guardians' Lawrence Finch threw 1 touchdowns, completing 14 of 20 passes for 202 yards in the Guardians victory over the New Orleans .

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2018 amateur draft, season number 3 for Finch, has seen some impressive numbers including 19 touchdown passes this season.

Game Recaps for Week 12

Aces - 39, Sharks - 13
- 23, - 20
Guardians - 49, - 30
Mustangs - 30, - 7

Game of the Week: Las Vegas Aces at Orlando Sharks

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Las Vegas Aces
They will get back in the winning column this week. A single digit win.

Mary Moore : Orlando Sharks
The Sharks are better than you think. They get the W.

Jim Nox : Las Vegas Aces
I really like their offense. They are 2nd in the league passing touchdowns with 26. They are 2nd in the league passing yards per game. They average 261.7! They are maulers, 1st in the league in pancakes. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 5th in the league rushing touchdowns with 8. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 150! They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. They average 30.1!

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
Looking at how the teams match up, I know it is not trendy, but I think that Calvin Paterson - DE can take over a game. There is a reason they are paying him that much money.

Top receiver trio?

The Sharks trio of Stacey Darby - WR, Jon Villasenor - WR and Joe Bishop - TE are currently the leading trio of offensive skill players catching the ball in the league, with 1969 receiving yards between the three.

Stacey Darby - WR is playing great!

Stacey Darby - WR is looking great out there so far this season. If he keeps playing such formidable football, he’s got a shot at getting himself a nice new contract.

Christopher not pulling punches after the Guardians won.

James Christopher did not hold back when asked about the Guardians after their game. James Christopher - C known for brutal honesty, said after Washington beat New Orleans that the 's did not seem prepared at all, and that he was frankly embarrased on their behalf. Them be fighting words to many a fan, let alone the players. It will be interesting to see if anyone lashes back, or if calmer heads prevail.

Week 11: WR John Halsey (TB) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Halsey's 5 rec, 143 yds, 2 TD effort led the way for the Tampa Bay . His 143 receiving yards bring his season total to 743 yards with 8 touchdowns on the season.

Week 11: LB Kenneth Curran (WSH) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Curran absolutely dominated in the Guardians 24-20 game with the Atlanta . He finished with 14 Tck, 1 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 11

- 31, Sharks - 20
Guardians - 24, - 20
- 22, Mustangs - 13

Game of the Week: Orlando Sharks at Tampa Bay

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Orlando Sharks
The difference in this game will be their defense. They are 5th in sacks with 17. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 23.8. They are 4th in pass defense. They only give up 228.8 per game. They are 5th in run defense. Giving up only 121.8 yards per game. They are 2nd in interceptions with 9. They are 3rd in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 4th in forced fumbles.

Mary Moore : Tampa Bay
I am sure head coach Steven Perez has something up his sleeve for this game.

Jim Nox : Orlando Sharks
The Sharks are for real!

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
If they do not win, I have to buy cake for the entire office. That is how sure I am.

Jimmy Williamson takes aim at the .

Jimmy Williamson was angry in his postgame interview after the ' loss. 'Surely, we have to take responsibility, but they were playing dirty, and it is a testament to their character' said the Jimmy Williamson - RB. He continued: 'The ' players will likely take offense to this, but I do not care. It is what it is, they did not deserve to win'.'

Week 10: LB James Donaldson (LA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Donaldson absolutely dominated in the 35-31 game with the Las Vegas Aces. He finished with 10 Tck, 1 Sck.

Week 10: QB Lawrence Finch (WSH) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Washington Guardians' Lawrence Finch threw 2 touchdowns, completing 21 of 28 passes for 202 yards in the Guardians victory over the San Francisco Mustangs.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2018 amateur draft, season number 3 for Finch, has seen some impressive numbers including 16 touchdown passes this season.

Game Recaps for Week 10

- 27, - 26
- 35, Aces - 31
Guardians - 31, Mustangs - 10

Game of the Week: Las Vegas Aces at Los Angeles

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Las Vegas Aces
They will win again this week.

Mary Moore : Las Vegas Aces
I have a lot of respect for head coach Edward Giles. He is doing great things in Las Vegas.

Jim Nox : Los Angeles
When they win here, people will take notice.

Darren Francis : Las Vegas Aces
Looking at how the teams match up, you would be a fool not to think that Vernon Hostetler - G is going to be a difference maker on the Aces offense.

Tampa Bay defense dominates!

The ' defense is terrorizing opponents this season. In 8 games they’ve given up only 2373 total yards and 138 points. Fredrick Phillips - LB is the ringleader of the defense with 59 take downs on the year. Could the D be back in Tampa Bay?

New Orleans upset the Atlanta !

The New Orleans fans are celebrating after the took down the Atlanta .
In a superb effort the kept at it, and brought home the win. The are widely considered to be the better of the two programs, but with the winning the fans are hoping that the will soon be able to dance with the big boys.

Who is the best G? ' Charles Johnson or Aces' Vernon Hostetler?

G Charles Johnson had words of praise for himself in a recent interview. 'I am one of the best Gs in the game', he said. 'You cannot help but compare yourself to other players. Sure, there are, were or will be someone who is better than me, but I feel confident that Vernon Hostetler - G is not one of them.' the 24 year old G said.

Week 9: LB Arthur Alfred (LV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Arthur Alfred of the Las Vegas Aces has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Alfred finished with 8 Tck, 1 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR.

Week 9: RB Ronald Bowie (NO) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 9's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Ronald Bowie. His 22 att, 141 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 37 to 34 victory for the New Orleans .

The former Maryland gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 506 Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Game Recaps for Week 9

Aces - 41, Guardians - 27
- 28, - 21
- 37, - 34
Sharks - 23, Mustangs - 20

Las Vegas Aces resigns Edward Giles as Head Coach

The Aces have announced that they have given Edward Giles a new contract. Giles will continue to serve as Head Coach for 8 years earning 3 million pr year.

Game of the Week: Tampa Bay at Los Angeles

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Los Angeles
Look for their offense to dominate. They are 4th in the league passing touchdowns with 16. They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. They average 246.1! They are maulers, 3rd in the league in pancakes. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 4th in the league rushing yards per game. They average 116.2! They are 5th in the league points scored per game. They average 25! This is going to be a very viewer friendly game.

Mary Moore : Los Angeles
I just have this gut feeling.

Jim Nox : Los Angeles
I am sure head coach Andy Beasley has something up his sleeve for this game. He is one of the best defensive minds.

Darren Francis : Los Angeles
Just win baby.

Swearingen report

A person familiar with the says that they are increasingly worries about the off field red flags of Nicky Swearingen - QB. Nicky Swearingen has tried to stay clear of trouble, and has publicly professed a desire to better himself. Yet, flags keep popping up, and one has to think the are worried about the recent developments.

Gooding not down after close loss.

Encouraging words after the - Aces game. 'Surely, we lost, but we were playing well. I think this is a testament to our character and preparation' said Gooding. He added: 'The Aces are a good team, but I we played our hearts out and kept grinding. We learned a lot from this game, and it will help us in the future'.

Week 8: SS Timothy Garcia (LA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

SS Timothy Garcia of the Los Angeles has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Garcia finished with 3 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Week 8: RB Reinaldo Varney (LA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 8's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Reinaldo Varney. His 22 att, 172 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 41 to 38 victory for the Los Angeles .

The former Mississippi State gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 826 Yards and 3 Touchdowns for the season.

Game Recaps for Week 8

- 36, Guardians - 14
Aces - 47, - 17
Mustangs - 40, - 24
- 41, Sharks - 38

Washington Guardians resigns Timothy Peters as Offensive Coordinator

The Guardians have announced that they have given Timothy Peters a new contract. Peters will continue to serve as Offensive Coordinator for 7 years earning 3.5 million pr year.

Game of the Week: Washington Guardians at Tampa Bay

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Tampa Bay
They are well coached. I am sure head coach Steven Perez has them prepared for this game. This will be watercooler talk on monday. Do not miss it.

Mary Moore : Washington Guardians
When you consider the two rosters, you can make the argument that Blake Martin - SS is a guy to watch on the Guardians defense. This guy has been unstoppable so far this season. If they lose this one, I will never hear the end of it.

Jim Nox : Washington Guardians
This is a very good defense. They are 5th in sacks with 11. They are 3rd in points allowed, averaging only 22.8. They are 4th in run defense. Giving up only 110.8 yards per game. They are 1st in interceptions with 9. They are 2nd in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 5th in forced fumbles. Expect a great game.

Darren Francis : Washington Guardians
They field one of the most underestimated offenses. They are 3rd in the league pass completion percentage. They are 5th in the league passing touchdowns with 12. They are 4th in the league passing yards per game. They average 242.7! They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are 2nd in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 9. They are 3rd in the league rushing yards per game. They average 127.3! They are 1st in the league points scored per game. They average 33.5! There will be some wild plays in this game.

Week 7: RB Martin Mayer (LV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Mayer's 23 att, 187 yds, 0 TD performance against the San Francisco Mustangs. Mayer from Louisville was selected in round 2, 4 years ago.

Mayer now has 863 Rushing Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

lost. is ok with that.

Stephen Newman was not pessimistic in an interview after the lost to the . Stephen Newman - LB was upbeat in his assessment after the Atlanta lost a close game to the Newman. 'We learned a lot. We showed a lot. There is reason for optimism. We are very close, and we keep building every week. Do not switch channels, we will be with you shortly.', Atlanta said smiling confidently.

Week 7: LB Randy Cook (LV) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Cook absolutely dominated in the Aces 31-21 game with the San Francisco Mustangs. He finished with 12 Tck, 1 Int.

Game Recaps for Week 7

Sharks - 27, Guardians - 13
Aces - 31, Mustangs - 21
- 20, - 3
- 20, - 17

Game of the Week: Washington Guardians at Orlando Sharks

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Washington Guardians
Looking at the two rosters, I feel fairly certain that Michel Ackley will show why he is considered among the better DE's in the league. He will have a great day and be critical in this game.

Mary Moore : Washington Guardians
They will rely on their defense to pull them through. They are 5th in sacks with 10. They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging only 22. They are 3rd in pass defense. They only give up 236 per game. They are 4th in run defense. Giving up only 116.6 yards per game. They are 2nd in interceptions with 7. They are 1st in the league pass average yards per rush. They are 5th in forced fumbles.

Jim Nox : Washington Guardians
Their win streak will not be broken in this game. This should be some good football.

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
Surely, the Sharks win. Do not let anyone tell you otherwise.

keeping tabs on McCaffrey

Reports out of Atlanta indicate that younger players are gravitating toward Eddie McCaffrey - WR. Coaches are not happy with the situation, because they fear McCaffrey may be a bad influence.

Reinaldo Varney lashes out in wake of loss.

Reinaldo Varney was angry with his teammates after the loss. He said that the entire team needed to step up. However, he also singled out some teammates. Reinaldo Varney - RB was clearly upset after the loss. 'We need to look at ourselves. If you are Johnathan Welker (WR), can you look at your performance and be happy? This whole team needs to work harder. This whole team needs to decide what we want', the RB said.

Week 6: CB Hubert Milner (WSH) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Hubert Milner of the Washington Guardians has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Milner finished with 4 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Week 6: RB Billy Jackson (ORL) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 6's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Billy Jackson. His 25 att, 125 yds, 2 TD performance stood out in the 38 to 31 victory for the Orlando Sharks.

The former Clemson gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 583 Yards and 5 Touchdowns for the season.

Game Recaps for Week 6

Sharks - 38, - 31
- 19, Aces - 7
Guardians - 41, - 7
- 24, Mustangs - 10

Week 6: TE Richard Parker (ATL) has suffered a major injury!

The Atlanta ' TE Richard Parker has suffered an injury: Out (12-16 weeks).

Game of the Week: Washington Guardians at Los Angeles

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Washington Guardians
I love what they are doing in Washington coaching-wise. Head coach Kevin Campbell is a major reason they will win this game. Offensively he is a great and innovative thinker. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense.

Mary Moore : Los Angeles
If they lose this one, I will never hear the end of it.

Jim Nox : Los Angeles
The leadership on the is great. You look at guys like Roy Padilla - QB and what he does for a team. Leadership like that helps you win games.

Darren Francis : Los Angeles
When you consider the two rosters, I see that Joseph Reyes - G will be a key figure in this game. The offense relies on him.

Week 5: RB Martin Mayer (LV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Mayer's 26 att, 182 yds, 1 TD performance against the New Orleans . Mayer from Louisville was selected in round 2, 4 years ago.

Mayer now has 629 Rushing Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 5: CB Thomas Flora (ORL) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Thomas Flora of the Orlando Sharks has earned the Defensive Player of the Week award. Flora finished with 5 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Game Recaps for Week 5

Aces - 31, - 30
Sharks - 20, - 10

Game of the Week: Los Angeles at Orlando Sharks

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Orlando Sharks
Head coach Shawn Brumfield runs a tight ship in Orlando. I feel certain he has prepared an excellent gameplan.

Mary Moore : Orlando Sharks
When you consider the two rosters, a good bet is that Billy Jackson - RB drives defenses crazy.

Jim Nox : Los Angeles
I really think their defense will make the difference. They are 5th in points allowed, averaging only 26.5. They are 3rd in run defense. Giving up only 114.8 yards per game. They are 4th in interceptions with 4. They are 3rd in the league in tackles for loss. They are 4th in the league pass average yards per rush. You heard it here first.

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
In this game, you would be a fool not to think Michael Devlin - LB can take over a game. Looking at the Sharks defense, it is clear that when he shows up, it is always entertaining. It might be a high scoring game.

John Forrester taunts the after Sharks victory.

John Forrester did not hold back when asked about the Sharks after their game. The Sharks G made no efforts to hide his lack of respect for the . 'I think this game proves where our team is, and that the just are not at our level', he said.

Mustangs keeping tabs on Haley

An individual with connections in the Mustangs' locker room says that Efrain Haley - LB is angry about being monitored by coaches. Haley claims he is being singled out, and that coaches are looking for an excuse to get rid of him. Sources in the building say Haley has been vocal about what he sees as unfair persecution and have divided the locker room on the issue.

Week 4: RB Martin Mayer (LV) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Week 4's Offensive Player of the Week is Running Back Martin Mayer. His 27 att, 162 yds, 1 TD performance stood out in the 35 to 21 victory for the Las Vegas Aces.

The former Louisville gridiron star is racking up the rushing yards and now has 447 Yards and 3 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 4: FS Julian Mcreynolds (WSH) wins Defensive Player of the Week

FS Mcreynolds's ball hawking ability was on display in the Guardians 24-17 game with the Orlando Sharks. He finished with 2 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Julian has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Guardians Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 4

Guardians - 24, Sharks - 17
Mustangs - 34, - 22
Aces - 35, - 21
- 51, - 21

Game of the Week: Orlando Sharks at Washington Guardians

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Washington Guardians
The difference in this game will be their offense. They are 4th in the league pass completion percentage. They are 3rd in the league passing touchdowns with 7. They are 2nd in the league in sacks allowed. They are maulers, 5th in the league in pancakes. They are 1st in the league average yards per rush. They are 1st in the league rushing touchdowns with 8. They are 1st in the league rushing yards per game. They average 192.7! They are 2nd in the league points scored per game. They average 41! Replace the batteries in your remote. You do not want to miss this game.

Mary Moore : Washington Guardians
This is just what my gut tells me. This is going to be a very viewer friendly game.

Jim Nox : Orlando Sharks
In the context of this game, it is likely that Billy Jackson will be dominant here. The young RB is going to cause headaches for any defense. This week is no difference.

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
In this game, I predict that Calvin Paterson is going to have a field day. He is among the better DE's in the league. He will have a great day and be critical in this game. This will either be wildly entertaining or a dull grind. I see no middle between the two.

Winning pleases everyone.

fans are ecstatic this week after their team dirt rolled the . Andy Beasley said of his team, ‘We game them hell, just like we wanted to.’

Lyman Marshall takes aim at the .

Lyman Marshall had harsh words for in a post game interview. Lyman Marshall - FB left no possibility for mistakes about his opinion of the . 'The ' players should care more about how they carry themselves. Instead they were acting like classless clowns', a clearly bitter Marshall said.

Week 3: QB Lawrence Finch (WSH) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Washington Guardians' Lawrence Finch threw 2 touchdowns, completing 18 of 30 passes for 174 yards in the Guardians victory over the Atlanta .

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 2018 amateur draft, season number 3 for Finch, has seen some impressive numbers including 7 touchdown passes this season.

Week 3: CB Donald Jones (LA) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Jones's ball hawking ability was on display in the 32-24 game with the New Orleans . He finished with 7 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Donald has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." - Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 3

Guardians - 48, - 24
Sharks - 24, - 21
Mustangs - 27, Aces - 17
- 32, - 24

Game of the Week: Tampa Bay at Orlando Sharks

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Tampa Bay
Looking at the two rosters, a good bet is that Fredrick Phillips will be dominant here. The young LB is going to destroy the offense. It might be a high scoring game.

Mary Moore : Orlando Sharks
For this match up, we should not underestimate that the Sharks got to love fielding an offense with John Forrester - G. He will be critical this week, and is likely to be dominant.

Jim Nox : Orlando Sharks
I find it hard to bet against coach Shawn Brumfield. He always has them well prepared.

Darren Francis : Orlando Sharks
The Sharks are a much better team than everyone thinks

Criticism of T Jeff Dunham after Sharks- game!

Adolph Witherspoon pointed the finger at his fellow players after they lost. 'We have to step up, all of us.' he said. 'But some guys are not stepping up and we end up losing. They need to get their head in the game', he continued. Adolph Witherspoon - FB was clearly upset after the loss. 'We need to look at ourselves. If you are Jeff Dunham (T), can you look at your performance and be happy? This whole team needs to work harder. This whole team needs to decide what we want', the FB said.

Week 2: LB Kenneth Curran (WSH) wins Defensive Player of the Week

LB Curran absolutely dominated in the Generals 48-17 game with the New Orleans . He finished with 7 Tck, 1 Int, 1 Def TD.

Week 2: WR Jon Villasenor (ORL) wins Offensive Player of the Week

Jon Villasenor of the Orlando Sharks receives the offensive player of the week honors for his 5 rec, 153 yds, 1 TD effort. The former Round 25 selection is racking up the receiving yards, bringing his season total to 238 yards on the season.

Game Recaps for Week 2

- 41, - 31
Generals - 48, - 17
Sharks - 45, Mustangs - 23
- 27, Aces - 16

Game of the Week: Los Angeles at Tampa Bay

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Los Angeles
They will increase their winstreak to two this week.

Mary Moore : Tampa Bay
It may even be a blow out.

Jim Nox : Tampa Bay
You got to like this offense. This may be where we see their true colors.

Darren Francis : Tampa Bay
This will be an action-packed affair.

Jones stirring trouble

According to rumours out of the locker room coaches closely monitoring the behavior of Donald Jones - CB. According to people familiar with the team, Jones has not exactly has the best influence on the younger players.

Optimism after Sharks- game!

David Salley was frank and upbeat about the game against Sharks in an interview after the game. The K said he saw good things from his team in the game against the Sharks. 'We proved this game that we have it in us. We came close and we showed what we are all about. This team is hungry, and I think there are good things in there future.', he said.

Week 1: RB Reinaldo Varney (LA) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Varney's 17 att, 142 yds, 0 TD, 5 rec, 104 yds, 1 TD performance against the New Orleans . Varney from Mississippi State was selected in round 2, 13 years ago.

Varney now has 142 Rushing Yards and 0 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 1: CB Thomas Flora (ORL) wins Defensive Player of the Week

CB Flora's ball hawking ability was on display in the Sharks 55-31 game with the Atlanta . He finished with 6 Tck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD.

"Thomas has the unique ability to make plays and generate turnovers." -Sharks Defensive Coordinator

Game Recaps for Week 1

Sharks - 55, - 31
- 30, - 17
- 38, Mustangs - 0
Aces - 45, Generals - 27

Preseason Week 3: TE James Jefferies (NO) has suffered a major injury!

The New Orleans ' TE James Jefferies has suffered an injury: Out (8-12 weeks).

Preseason Week 1: QB Richard Gurley (LA) has suffered a major injury!

The Los Angeles ' QB Richard Gurley has suffered an injury: Out (12-16 weeks).

Season Predictions

The sports journalists association has published the results of this year's division prediction polls among their twenty top sports journalists.

Eastern Conference East Division: Orlando Sharks with 9 votes (Runner up: Atlanta with 8 votes)

Western Conference West Division: Las Vegas Aces with 12 votes (Runner up: Los Angeles with 4 votes)

Game of the Week: Washington Generals at Las Vegas Aces

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Las Vegas Aces
The better team wins. The Aces are the better team. No argument. They get their win and this game will be just another day at the office.

Mary Moore : Washington Generals
I see them winning this week, and it will be good for them to break their losing streak.

Jim Nox : Las Vegas Aces
For this game, it is likely that Stephen Mcreynolds - DE will shine for the Aces defense. They rely on him, and he will deliver.

Darren Francis : Las Vegas Aces
I really think having so strong and vocal leaders like Delbert Sanches - WR and Loren Caldwell - C in the locker room and on the field is invaluable and definitely helps the Aces win this game. Expect a great game.

FS Alan Johnson (N/A) has retired!

FS Alan Johnson (65 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

LB Michael Holt (N/A) has retired!

LB Michael Holt (60 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

P Stevie Bearden (N/A) has retired!

P Stevie Bearden (54 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

Post Free Agency Retirements

The following players have retired after going unsigned through free agency:

Free Agency Round 10: Round Up

4 players signed this week.

was the most active division with a total of 0 signings.

Tampa Bay was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was San Francisco Mustangs who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $980,000.

Free Agency Round 9: Round Up

5 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Roy Baker. The C out of Notre Dame signed a $3,370,000 contract for 2 year(s) with Orlando Sharks.

was the most active division with a total of 0 signings.

New Orleans was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was New Orleans who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $5,310,000.

Free Agency Round 8: Round Up

13 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Arthur Bird. The C out of Mississippi signed a $2,508,000 contract for 2 year(s) with Las Vegas Aces.

was the most active division with a total of 0 signings.

San Francisco Mustangs was the most active signing a total of 5 player(s).

The biggest spender was San Francisco Mustangs who signed 5 player(s) for a total of $11,020,000.

Free Agency Round 7: Round Up

11 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Charles Ruth. The RB out of Alabama signed a $5,167,500 contract for 3 year(s) with Las Vegas Aces.

was the most active division with a total of 0 signings.

Orlando Sharks was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was Las Vegas Aces who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $7,287,500.

Free Agency Round 6: Round Up

12 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was David Sinclair. The RB out of Utah State signed a $2,920,000 contract for 2 year(s) with Washington Generals.

was the most active division with a total of 0 signings.

Washington Generals was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).

The biggest spender was Los Angeles who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $10,605,000.

QB James Woods (Har) goes #1 overall!

NEW YORK -- The Hartford Purple Warriors drafted James Woods #1 overall in the 2018 draft. The 6' 1" QB fits the team's needs perfectly. Said Purple Warriors general manager: "It's up to us to develop him and get good players around him."

"The great thing about the game of football is, it's a team game," Woods said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."