The points were out there, but we just couldn’t string enough strong performances together to dominate the week.
Only two owners topped 300+, with Ravi earning a 326 to win Week 2, thanks to a lineup featuring Mahomes, Mayfield, K. Williams, Dobbins, Charbonnet, Bowers, Fairbairn, and the Chargers D.
Kerry‘s Week 2 team scored 313 and was led by Mahomes, Daniels, B. Robinson, Achane, Dobbins, Charbonnet, Rice and Aubrey.
This is Ravi‘s first weekly win since Week 14 of last season, and coincidentally, that’s also the week of Kerry‘s last pay day. Congratulations to Ravi and Kerry on their strong showing in Week 2.
Honorable Mention:
Shout out to sophomore owner Ernesto (288), the only owner to play Darnold, he collected 15 bonus points in Box A and finished a very respectable fourth this week.
Dubious Distinction:
With so many popular players not scoring well (Josh Allen, and T. Hill to name just a few), it shouldn’t come as a surprise to see four owners finish below the Mendoza line. We won’t mention any names to protect the innocent. The good news, we drop the two lowest scores.
The Rookie Report:
In week 2, Rose (259) earned bragging rights among the newbies while opting not to make any Week 2 trades. Congrats Rose on a strong showing and a top 10 finish in Week 2.
Past League Champs
In 30 seasons, we have had 17 different owners crowned league champion. In 2024, we have nine former league champions playing, including
Andrew (2020),
CraigS (2001),
Dennis (1999/2008)
Kerry (2005),
Major (2016),
Mike (2004/2006)
RandyH (1998/2017),
yours truly (2012/2021) and
TroyA, who has won the league a record 10 times. (2002/2009/2011/2013-2015/2018/2019/2022/2023).
The Ultimate Bridesmaid:
In addition to the league champions listed above, one owner deserves honorable mention for his amazing consistency, despite never winning it all.
Since joining the league in 2002. Eric has taken 8th once (2004), fifth two times (’05 and ’20), fourth five times (’09, ’10, ’12, ’14, ’23), finished third three times (’11, ’15, ’21) and placed second a record eight times (’02, ’03, ’06, ’07, ’08, ’13, ’16, ’22).
He’s only finished out of the money three times (2017-2019). Pretty impressive. And one of these seasons, I believe he will finally claim the ultimate prize.
The Leaderboard:
This feature will debut in Week 4.
Most Popular Plays:
Here are the five most commonly played players this week:
1. T. Hill (28) 76%
2. J. Allen (22) 59%
3. Kupp (22) 59%
4. Charbonnet (19) 51%
5. Daniels (18) 49%
Monday Evening Quarterback:
The average score for this week was 243.
For those of you who were disappointed with your scores this week here are some players who were played by one or fewer owners:
Box A: Murray (52), Darnold (44), Hurts (44), Cousins (31)
Box B: Carr (42)
Box C: Kamara (81), J. Cook (54), Jacobs (29)
Box D: Pollard (31), A. Jones (29), B. Robinson (36)
Box E:
Box F: Gibson (28)
Box G: Harrison (56), Jefferson (55), Collins (46), Adams (39),
Box H: Metcalf (54), Nabers (44), Godwin (41), Ridley (30),
Box I: Shaheed (39) Smith-Ngibia (35)
Box J: Bowers (28)
Box K: D. Carlson (56), Seibert (49), McPherson (43), Myers (35), McLaughlin (31)
Box L:
If you picked the top scorers in every box, 577 points were possible this week.
The Extremes:
Highest scoring player: Ka’imi Fairbairn (89)
For the second week in a row, the highest scoring player was a kicker, as the Texans placekicker booted four 50+ yard FGs on Sunday Night.
Lowest scoring player: Graham Gano (-1)
Injured on the opening play of the game, Gano was a no-go for the rest of the Giants contest vs. the Commanders.
For complete scores and results, see the links below:
Week 2: Results/Tally/Teams
Housekeeping:
Payment:
We’ve received payment from all 37 owners. Thanks for taking care of that so efficiently.
We can still add owners prior to Week 3. So if you know someone who might like to play, it’s not too late.
$35 covers your entry and the first 50 trades of the season.
Looking Ahead:
That’s it for Week 2.
Please double check my work and let me know if you see any scoring errors.
Thursday Night Game:
New England at NY Jets
Good luck to all in Week 3, especially navigating the growing number of injured players. UGH.