Week 1 Preview

Game of the Week: We Got Big TDs (-4) @ Play Action Pass

This friendly rivalry turned ugly in a hurry during the draft this past Saturday, as Play Action Pass pulled a quick over on the Big TDs and signed Danny Woodhead. Rumors have swirled all week as to how the deal went down, but regardless of the actual circumstances, both of these coaches are out for blood in Week 1. Coach Tara Campbell brings a hard nosed running game to Monterey in Rashard Mendenhall and Peyton Hillis, but they are both faced with tough run defenses on Sunday. Matt Shaub may put up huge numbers against the Colts, especially if the Texans are forced to the air in the case that running back Arian Foster can't suit up. Play Action Pass looks to hit the ground running behind Drew Brees and the Saints on TNF. The dilemma for Coach David Looper is that Brees and his tight end, Jimmy Graham, are both facing his own defense in the Green Bay Packers. When asked about the situation, Coach Looper responded by saying, "I don't give a frog's behind about defense. When you come to Monterey, the sign reads "Where the hilltops kiss the sky." That's not the case for the Big TDs. As far as I'm concerned, this is where the Big TDs can kiss my a$$!!!"

Safety Blitz (+10) @ Tebow's Youth Group

This divisional matchup has the making for an instant classic in Week 1. Coach Phillip Campbell has yet to announce his starting lineup, instead choosing to keep his cards close to the vest. "It's bad enough that I have to sit through these stupid press conferences with you losers every week. Why the hell would I want to tell you about my gameplan?" Safety Blitz is hopeful that Arian Foster will be able to go on Sunday and that old man Kerry Collins can find Dallas Clark on a frequent basis. Tebow's Youth Group looks to counter behind the strong running of Jamaal Charles against a hideous Buffalo run defense. Coach Daniel Campbell is also looking for big production from his defense, who faces the hapless Washington Redskins on Sunday. Look for the difference in this game to come from the wide receiver position.

Riley's Vikings (+3) @ Campbell's Cougars

These two former roommates meet yet again on the gridiron for fantasy football bragging rights. Despite his absence from the draft, Coach Adam Warren is very confident in his team. "I've got two words for you: Michael F-ing Vick." Look for the Vikings to exploit their strength at running back, as they have favorable matchups at both the RB1 and RB2 positions. Campbell's Cougars will bring a strong rushing attack to this game as well behind Frank Gore, Steven Jackson, and Tim Hightower. The difference in this game could easily come down to the tight end position, where the Cougars have a definite advantage over the Vikings in Vernon Davis matching up with Lance Kendricks.

The Pessimists (+20) @ Illegal Alien Babies

The Pessimists will enter foreign territory as a huge underdog in Week 1. Coach BJ Hudson decided to bypass the draft room and opted instead to visit Toot's, which may have cost him dearly in the long run. Coach Hudson is taking a negative approach to his patchwork team, saying only that "I got screwed." On the opposite sideline, Coach Darrell Campbell is ready to begin his playoff run behind the newly signed ebonics specialist, Chris Johnson. The Illegal Alien Babies are ready to set their revamped "Dirty Bird" defense loose in their home opener. When asked for his thoughts on this week's matchup, Coach Campbell replied, "Andele', andele'. Vamanos!"

Team Maddux (+19) @ Carmichael's Crusaders

Coach Zach Maddux leads his team into uncharted waters in Week 1 as they battle newcomer Ethan Hudson and his Crusaders. Coach Maddux is hopeful that a healthy Tony Romo can earn his team one more win this year than last, as Team Maddux fell in the championship game last year. "I'm ready to play football," Coach Maddux quipped when asked about the sting of last year's losing finale. Coach Ethan Hudson will make his debut donning the spread offense, believing this his deep threat wide receivers can make the difference in the football game. When asked about all of the preparations that go into christening a new stadium, Coach Hudson replied, "I don't give a damn about ceremonies or firecrackers or any of that stuff. Bottom line is at the end of the day, the field is 100 yards long. I'm here to make a statement in Week 1."

Young Gun Football (+4) @ Maddawg's Tight End

Coach Jason Young looks to start his season strong as he faces newcomer Miranda Maddux in a Week 1 showdown. Young Gun Football will look to ride the arm of Aaron Rodgers and their trademark strong receiving corps as they invade Columbia this weekend. Coach Young was overheard telling his players at the end of this morning's walk through that "I don't care what it takes, I'm gonna get me some Tight End this weekend!"  Coach Miranda Maddux knows that she is in for a challenge in her first year in the league, yet she welcomes it with open arms. "The town of Columbia has been asking for another BHFFC member for years now," she said, "and I'm here to deliver it for them." Maddawg's Tight End will look to the veteran leadership of Big Ben to take them to the promised land. Coach Maddux will utilize a three wide set this weekend, but she said that she is ready for Coach Young focus his team's sights on her tight end. This game has potential to be an instant classic and will likely be decided on MNF.

League Notes

Carmichael's Crusaders are projected to lead all teams with 130 points this week...Eleven of the 12 teams in the league are projected to eclipse 100 points...Aaron Rodgers has the highest projection overall this week with 28 points...Roddy White leads all receivers with 23 points projected...Adrian Peterson is slated to lead the mail carriers with 20 points...Antonio Gates looks to start an injury free season and is projected to lead all tight ends with 14 points...The New York Giants are projected to take advantage of a new QB in Redskin country and lead all defenses with 11 points...Josh Brown of the Rams is projected to lead the one-barred bandits with 13 points...As of press time, 33% of the league will deploy a spread offense this week...Brett Favre and Randy Moss are both listed as free agents despite their retirement...A record five teams submitted press conferences this week...As of press time, Carmichael's Crusaders has four participants in TNF while Play Action Pass has three...No team has more than one player in their current starting lineup playing in MNF.