FCF Week 2 Games Recap - Session Two
Get your fix of the FCF’s Session Two in Week Two with this comprehensive recap!
With the NFT Teams taking the afternoon session, it was up to the OG’s to put on a fireworks display this past Saturday night in the FCF. First up, the highly anticipated debut of Zappers franchise-tagged Quarterback Johnny Manziel versus the debut of Devlin “Izzy” Isadore and the Glacier Boyz. To follow that we had the league-best Beasts colliding with the Shoulda Been Stars!
Session 2 - 7PM EST Start Time
Game 1: (0-1) Glacier Boyz vs (0-1) Zappers
First Half
The Zappers won the Rock-Paper-Scissors and would head out on offense to start the game. Although Johnny Manziel was active, it was Quarterback Brian Allen who would get the start. Glacier Boyz defense, The Hitmen, would get to Allen right away, forcing a turnover on the first play of the game, giving the Glacier Boyz the ball.
Much anticipation and hype surrounded the debut of Devlin “Izzy” Isadore for the Glacier Boyz. After missing Week One with an injury, Izzy would get to work on offense. Wide Receiver Andrew Jamiel would reel in a pass from his new QB, resulting in six for the Glacier Boyz. Jamiel extended the lead via a two-point conversion. The score was 8-0 as the Glacier Boyz capitalized off the early turnover by the Zappers.
The early woes continued for the Zappers on the next drive. Brian Allen would have little to no time trying to find open receivers downfield. He’d be sacked on 4th down as the Zappers turned the ball over on downs. The would however use the Wendy’s Flip The Field Power Up, pinning the Glacier Boyz back to their own 10 yard line.
While being backed to the ten for some teams might seem like an issue, it wasn’t for the Glacier Boyz. Izzy orchestrated a great drive, ending with a beautiful TD pass to Wide Receiver Vance Leonard. Following a successful two-point try, the lead was 16-0 in favor of the GB’s.
With 5:08 remaining in the half, Zappers fans finally got to see their Franchise Tagged QB take the field. It turned out to be the spark they needed. Money Manziel would find Terrell Owens on a crazy connection deep downfield. It first appeared that TO might’ve scored on the play, but he was ruled out of bounds at the 1 yard line. The next play was an RPO to Manziel who would punch it in for six. The score was 16-6 in favor of the Glacier Boyz.
The next Glacier Boyz drive would see Izzy scramble a few times to move the chains. Izzy would then fumble the ball. It would originally be a ruled a turnover on downs, but then the call would be overturned, keep the Glacier Boyz offense out on the field. The call would turn out to be correct in the eyes of Izzy and company. He’d connect with Vance Leonard in the end zone on the next play. Glacier Boyz led at the half 24-6 following a successful two-point conversion.
Second Half
The Glacier Boyz would start with the ball to begin the half. Backup Quarterback Dentarrius Yon would enter the game in place of Izzy. He’d be intercepted in the end zone by DB Marquis Cain.
With the Zappers trailing, they’d be pressed for points in the second half. Manziel and company would be faced with a 4th and 4, finding HOF Wide Receiver Terrell Owens for the first. Later on in the drive, Manziel would throw pass after pass into the end zone, but none of them would hit. On 4th and 8, Defensive Tackle Justin Foster would sack Manziel. Zappers fans would elect to use the Progressive Flip The Field Power Up. It would result in an I complete pass in the end zone.
With 5:57 left to play, the Glacier Boyz had a specific set of plays lined up. Run. Run. Run. Superback Brycen Alleyne would rush for a controversial TD with 1:18 to go. The Glacier Boyz extended the lead to 30-6.
Zappers backup Quarterback Chris Barrett would come into the game and immediately throw a pick-six to Styvis Latham. After a successful two-point conversion attempt, the Glacier Boyz extended the lead to 38-6. Barrett would throw another pick on the next play. A late Glacier Boyz TD would make it 42-6 and the game would end by that same score.
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FINAL - GLACIER BOYZ 42 / ZAPPERS 6
Glacier Boyz
Devlin Isadore - 4/7, 68 Yards, 3 TDs, 7 Rushes, 22 Yards
Brycen Alleyne - 7 Rushes, 33 Yards, 1 TD
Andrew Jamiel - 2 Receptions, 22 Yards, 1 TD
Vance Leonard - 2 Receptions, 46 Yards, 2 TDs
Justin Foster - 2 Sacks
Zappers
Johnny Manziel - 5/11, 74 Yards, 4 Rushes, 8 Yards, 1 TD
Terrell Owens - 4 Receptions, 62 Yards
Jim Jones - 4 Tackles, 1 Sack
Game 2: (1-0) Shoulda Been Stars vs (1-0) Beasts
First Half
The Beasts would win the Rock-Paper-Scissors and defer to the second half. The Shoulda Been Stars, as led by Quarterback Slade Jarman and Superback LaDarius Galloway would pound the rock to begin the game. Galloway would break off a huge 32 yard run en route to the end zone for the Stars just minutes into action. The Shoulda Been Stars led 6-0 after the exciting score by Galloway.
The Beasts and QB Jason Stewart would get a chance to answer right back on offense. Stewart would use his legs and his arm on the first drive, pushing the Beasts towards the Blue Zone. Superback Quinn Porter would get the carry near the end zone and punch it in for 6. The score was tied at 6 a piece with just over 12 minutes to play in the half.
The Shoulda Been Stars got to work on offense, mixing up the run and pass on the next drive. Once again it would be LaDarius Galloway pushing the Stars towards another score. He would find the end zone again, breaking the tie and giving the Stars a 12-6 lead.
With 4:59 left to go in the half, the Beasts looked for an answer to the score by the Stars. The Beasts would also keep the ball on the ground and take some time off the clock. Stewart would heave a pass into coverage as it’s picked off by Defensive Back Darius Doakes.
With under a minute to go in the half, the Stars looked to extend the lead. Slade Jarman made an impressive throw across his body to move the chains. The drive would end on an insane play from.. LaDarius Galloway. Following a pitch backwards from Jarman, Galloway would heave a pass of his own into the end zone as he was getting cut down from his legs, complete to Travelle Calvin for a TD. The Stars led at the half 18-6.
Second Half
The Beasts would possess the ball first in the second half of action. After picking up a few first downs, they’d try a trick play near midfield. Quinn Porter would toss up a pass and it would be intercepted.
The Stars would finally sprinkle in the pass on the next drive. Slade Jarman would run an RPO to set up his squad in the Blue Zone. LaDarius Galloway would punch it in for six more, his fourth score of the night, giving the Stars a commanding 24-8 lead.
Beasts backup Quarterback Alphonso Howard would get some action late in the second half. He’d rip off a huge run on his first snap, marching the offense down the field. Howard would be sacked on the next play with the ball ending up in the turf and it was recovered by the Stars. The game would see the score stay the same until 0:00 as the Stars won 24-8.
FINAL - SHOULDA BEEN STARS 24 / BEASTS 8
Shoulda Been Stars
Slade Jarman - 4/6, 49 Yards, 2 Rushes, 15 Yards
LaDarius Galloway - 1/1, 20 Yards, 1 Passing TD, 10 Rushes, 62 Yards, 3 TDs
Travelle Calvin - 4 Receptions, 59 Yards, 1 TD
Benjamin Hunt IV - 3.5 Tackles
Beasts
Jason Stewart - 5/15, 79 Yards, 1 INT, 4 Rushes, 16 Yards
Alphonso Howard - 2 Rushes, 25 Yards
Jordus Smith - 4 Receptions, 67 Yards
Quinn Porter - Rushing TD
Vaughn Hoskins - 4 Tackles, 1 Sack
FCF Standings
Week Three Schedule
(0-2) Zappers vs (1-1) Beasts - 1 PM EST
(2-0) Bored Ape FC vs (0-2) Kingpins - 3 PM EST
(2-0) Shoulda Been Stars vs (1-1) Glacier Boyz - 7 PM EST
(1-1) 8oki vs (1-1) Knights of Degen - 9 PM EST
Final Thoughts
Through two weeks, we’re starting to seem some identity from each of these teams. The Shoulda Been Stars and Bored Ape FC have done what it takes to be undefeated thus far. The Glacier Boyz and Knights of Degen have piled on the points, while the rest of the pack has had some difficulty in that department. Bringing up the rear are the Zappers. Just 18 points through two games has the teams fans thinking about long-term solutions for the rest of the season.
This Wednesday, April 27th looks to be the third and final draft of the year. With almost all players having gotten snaps, you can begin to see the top prospects at all positions ahead of this uber important set of selections. This wraps up our recap for Week Two as we head for Week Three! #LFG