Week 2 Complete

[joe the commissioner]

Midweek is tomorrow at 1:30 pm PST.

[Mellman]

GG Aaron, we get beat up and banged up in this one

Gl the rest of the way

[rgvicedo]

recaps coming in the morning as it was a long day of f'n around as a retired dude!

went to the car dealership with my buddy for service to his truck and to scope out the new Prius XLE
went to Starbucks (peppermint mocha is the bomb)
went to Dicks Sporting Goods to get our softball gloves steamed
went to the REI store
went to the batting cages
went to lunch at Saigon Pho Seafood
went to Sweeties candy store
total commute about 100+ miles as we live in a small town and have to drive at minimum 40 miles to civilization

[rgvicedo]

Week 2 Recaps:

Calgary Stampeders 27, Las Vegas Hookers 19

Calgary rode a sharp first half from Luis Marsh, who threw two touchdowns to Raul Garrod and built a multi-score cushion before halftime. Ian Daubach’s 37-yard pick-six widened the gap, giving the Stampeders enough room to absorb a late Vegas surge. The Hookers leaned on Deon Orellana’s four field goals and a short Jalen Carlisle TD run, but they never fully recovered from Calgary’s early burst. Marsh finished with 215 passing yards while Calgary matched Vegas’ 331 total yards on far fewer plays. Browder’s late field goal provided the difference.

Houston Renegades 26, Texas Bulldogs 16

Houston controlled the day with 508 total yards, including a dominant ground effort that produced 213 rushing yards. Jimmy Pritchett found Keith Watkins for a key second-quarter score, and Craig Lyon and Walt Craig combined for two big touchdown runs that kept the Bulldogs chasing. Texas leaned on Troy Gilreath’s three field goals and a short Dustin Wicker TD, but their offense stalled too often to close the gap. The Renegades’ balance and explosive plays ultimately dictated the pace. Houston’s late 71-yard touchdown run broke the game open.

Pittsburgh Pythons 31, Norfolk Fleet 7

Pittsburgh struck quickly on both sides of the ball, with Dominic Shapiro connecting early for scores and Robert Pharms returning a 99-yard interception for a backbreaking second-quarter touchdown. Andy Insley added a long TD run as the Pythons built a comfortable lead before halftime. Norfolk managed only one early scoring drive and struggled on third down, converting just once all afternoon. Pittsburgh’s defense allowed just 180 passing yards and consistently disrupted drives. Pharms’ massive pick-six swung momentum.

Horsetooth Ogres 26, West Virginia Beasts 14

The Ogres took command in the second quarter behind two touchdown passes from Rodney Ingram and a pair of Bryant Page field goals that transformed an early deficit into a 20–7 halftime lead. West Virginia’s Lamar England pulled the Beasts within striking distance in the third, but Horsetooth’s defense repeatedly stiffened in key spots. Ingram finished with 272 passing yards while the Ogres held the Beasts under 300 total yards on a rainy, low-efficiency night for both offenses. Page’s steady leg throughout the second half kept West Virginia chasing.

San Antonio Storm 27, Iowa City Tribe 0

San Antonio delivered a complete performance, pitching a shutout while Ralph Ford guided an efficient offense that struck early through the air. Otis Hicks hauled in a 38-yard touchdown, and Dixon Birney’s 77-yard interception return in the third quarter effectively sealed Iowa City’s fate. The Storm ran for 172 yards and controlled possession, repeatedly shortening the field with physical defense. Iowa City managed just 231 total yards and never found rhythm despite several red-zone opportunities. Birney’s long defensive score put it out of reach.

Columbia Chicharrones 17, Dakota Spirit 14

Columbia capitalized on early efficiency, scoring twice in the opening quarter and adding a third-quarter pick-six to stay in front despite a steady Dakota push. Marlon McGee distributed the ball well, while the defense delivered two interceptions—including Mark McConnell’s 49-yard return—to offset Dakota’s methodical drives. The Spirit fought back with a late touchdown and two-point conversion but were unable to reclaim the ball with enough time to mount another threat. Columbia’s timely defensive scores proved decisive. McConnell’s interception return sealed the win.

Madison Demons 22, Hartford Whalers 13

Madison stormed out to a 16–0 first-quarter lead thanks to Keith Doyle’s accuracy on four early field goals and a Javier Heath touchdown strike to Marco Olpin. Hartford battled back with scores in the second and third quarters, but turnovers and stalled drives kept them from fully closing the gap. The Demons’ defense forced five fumbles and limited Hartford’s passing attack despite yielding 121 rushing yards. Doyle remained flawless in key moments. His late 42-yard field goal put the finishing touch on the Demons’ road win.

State College Stagz 29, Tijuana Tequila Worms 24

Emmanuel Hamernik powered the Stagz with 260 gross passing yards and three touchdown throws, including a 51-yard strike to Dominic Franz that kept State College in control entering the fourth. Tijuana rallied behind Micah Bergman, who tossed two late touchdowns to Marvin Johanningmeier, trimming the margin and pressuring the Stagz’ defense. But State College’s earlier red-zone execution and a steady kicking day from Lamar Patterson held up when it mattered. Despite Tijuana outgaining them through the air, the Stagz answered every surge. Hamernik’s third touchdown pass lifted State College late.

Georgia Generals 28, Montreal Firebirds 23

Georgia leaned on a precision kicking day from Don Osieja, who drilled four field goals in the second quarter to build steady momentum before halftime. Marquis Riffe’s third-quarter pick-six widened the cushion, helping the Generals withstand Montreal’s late push behind Warren Preston’s dual-threat scoring. Montreal generated 20 first downs but struggled with efficiency, averaging just 3.6 yards per play against a disciplined Georgia defense. The Generals protected the ball and capitalized on every short field. Osieja’s final 46-yarder in the fourth gave breathing room.

Colorado Knights 34, Alaska Polar Bears 27

Colorado surged ahead with a relentless second-quarter flurry, highlighted by Rico Finley’s electric 99-yard kickoff return and Wesley Shapiro’s steady kicking. Paul Welch added two touchdown passes to Jaylen Johnston, including a late fourth-quarter score that helped the Knights stave off a Polar Bears rally. Alaska moved the ball effectively—366 yards total—and George Powell threw two late touchdowns, but the Knights kept them one step behind all night. Colorado’s balance and explosive special teams swing proved decisive. Welch’s final touchdown strike sealed the win.

Vancouver Killer Whales 34, Portland Express 31

Vancouver overcame Portland’s early offensive burst by methodically stacking scores, including two second-quarter touchdown passes from Kelvin Jordan and a third-quarter pair of long field goals by Logan Cassidy. Portland stayed explosive behind Rusty Dacosta’s 399 passing yards and three touchdowns, pushing the game down to the wire. Vancouver controlled possession with 29 first downs and 448 total yards, steadily wearing down the Express defense. Cassidy drilled four field goals, including a 52-yarder in the closing minute. That final kick put it out of reach.

McAllen Lancers 21, London Monarchs 14

McAllen executed a smooth, efficient passing game behind Cornelius Graveson’s 288 yards and two touchdowns, capitalizing on several red-zone opportunities. London countered with two touchdown passes from Jesse Frederick but struggled to sustain drives, posting just one third-down conversion all afternoon. The Lancers’ defense limited explosive plays and held firm despite London’s strong ground effort. A late McAllen scoring drive provided essential separation. Graveson’s touchdown to Terrence Maumau in the final minutes delivered the knockout blow.

Murfreesboro Mules 17, Boston Brawlers 13

Murfreesboro started fast behind Vincent Dunn, who threw a pair of short touchdowns and guided an efficient 339-yard offensive day. Boston battled back with Alonzo Lincoln’s mid-game accuracy and Scottie Seelig’s reliable leg, but they struggled on the ground with only 28 rushing yards. The Mules countered with balanced production and a defense that notched six sacks to keep Boston behind the sticks. Both teams traded steady but methodical drives in the second half. Dunn’s third-quarter strike to Frank Horner provided the difference.

Raleigh Armada 28, Orlando Pirates 12

Raleigh broke the game open with a dominant second half sparked by Doug Schulz, who returned a punt 59 yards for a touchdown and later added a 37-yard scoring run. Horace McBriar delivered two touchdown passes to Albert Barlow, helping the Armada sustain drives and convert key third downs. Orlando opened with early scoring but stalled repeatedly, finishing with just 15 first downs and a single offensive touchdown. Raleigh outgained Orlando 395–341 and controlled tempo throughout the final two quarters. Schulz’s explosive return swung momentum.

Los Angeles Matadors 20, Salt Lake City Stallions 13

Los Angeles leaned heavily on the steady leg of Jack Powell, who booted four first-half field goals to build a 12–3 advantage. Salt Lake City briefly rallied behind Maxwell Wallace’s short touchdown run and Rich Satre’s consistent kicking, pulling within a single score. The Matadors controlled possession with 69 offensive plays and kept Monty Doiron upright enough to finish drives, including a fourth-quarter touchdown strike to Juan Testaverde. Both defenses traded stops, but L.A.’s early scoring cushion held. Doiron’s late touchdown and conversion kept Salt Lake City chasing.

Miami Vice 17, Kansas City Owls 16

Miami opened with a physical ground attack, scoring twice on short runs while Brendan Denning added a crucial second-quarter field goal. Kansas City mounted a steady comeback behind J.R. Gardner’s efficiency and Douglas Fonoti’s three field goals, nearly erasing the deficit. Miami generated 289 yards and limited big plays, leaning on timely defensive stops in the fourth quarter. The Owls threatened late but settled for field goals instead of touchdowns. Denning’s early accuracy ultimately provided the difference.

[Wayt34]

GG Orlando!
Thanks Rick!

[Bylanta]

GG JMoore,

We had no answers for your offense and got bailed out by some turnovers and penalties.