2014: The Jason Derulo Podcast

This week I am 'Ridin Solo' as Co Host Chris Leach was sadly unable to attend (don't worry, it's a short episode....and I only make the Jason Derulo reference once). Anyway...the Commissioner recaps last weeks match ups in the important lead up to the playoffs, evaluating the playoff scenarios and throwing in his two cents about some of the teams.

Power Rankings: Week 14

The final week of the LOC regular season is here, and it's as if 2014 went part in the blink of an eye. For some times, the final week will be very welcome. For others, they will be sad to see their tremendous season come to a close. But we all know, however the season has gone up until this point, it means nothing unless you are hoisting the Stubbs Trophy come Week 16.

Power Rankings

1. Burdettinators, 8-5 (1): With a few clutch wins and a team that finally put things together, Coach Burdett has finally squeezed into the playoff berths. Regardless of their soft closing schedule, they would have likely rolled any team that stood in their way. They have hit their form at the right time, and could be poised for a return to the Corona Bowl. This team is star studded, but can be prone to complacency. The handful of world class players they have will be enough to keep them competitive in any game.

2. Tom's Tyrants, 7-6 (4): Jumping up 2 places, and deservedly so. This team put together a week which, quite honestly, is highly likely to never be repeated in the LOC again. Posting a mythical score of 205, they are the only team to ever post a score over 200 points, and they absolutely blew the previous highest scoring game out of the water. This team looks more and more like the best in the league every day. However, they need a lot of help to make the playoffs. They need GG and B to lose both of their games. Coach Barnes knows better than anyone else that the 200 point performance means nothing if they don't reach the playoffs now.

3. The Tuckfards, 9-4 (2): The unfortunate team to be on the receiving end of TTY's ridiculous score, we can't fault The Tuckfards for losing this one. They still had a very good day, and have all but mathematically secured a playoff berth. The likely league champions look poised to go into the playoffs in a very good position, but we all know a deflating week is coming at some point. For their sake, they will want it to happen now rather than the next 2 weeks. But, going into any game, they are definitely a favourite to win.

4. Gridiron Gang, 8-5 (3): After nearly two months of spectacular performances by Gridiron Gang, it all fell apart when it mattered most. In the latest of a series of must-win games, this one they were not able to win. The overwhelming feeling of the season being over reigns supreme in the Gridiron Gang camp, largely due to their early season short comings, but in reality they only need to win, and B lose, in order to make playoffs. They still have a very good roster, and you can never count the Cardiac Kids out, but this team looks like it's on life support now.

5. Bear Necessities, 9-4 (6): After some nasty looking performances, this week had a rebound week when they needed one most. They've all but mathematically secured a playoff berth (their first since 2010). While it came together last week, this team still has a lot of question marks, and they will likely only be the 3rd best team going into the playoffs (at best). However, they are playing for the division this week, and if they only need two good games after to win it all. Congratulations on a great season.

6. ADRZ, 4-9 (8): As I've been saying, this is actually quite a good team that always had a great chance to have a strong finish. And that's exactly what they've done. They had a very good week last week against a will-be playoff team, and avoided the Toilet Bowl in the process. The record they have is not indicative of their season.

7. The Dream Team, 9-4 (5): It's just as well this team had the season they were having early on, other wise they would likely find themselves outside of playoffs. They had a better week this week, but still lost, and they weren't even playing a playoff team. This team could conceivably enter the playoffs looking like the worst team. They face a white hot TTY this week, and a win would do wonders for their confidence. They need to do something, otherwise it will leave a stain on an otherwise great season.

8. IKNAN, 7-6 (7): Hard to believe we were saying this team was one of the leagues best at another time. They had an ok week last week, but they are a shadow of their former selves. Amazingly, this team are still mathematically alive in the playoffs, but the route their involves blowing TTY's new game record out of the park. They can finish what is now a disappointing season on a high note with a win against a possible playoff team.

9. Forge Flyers, 2-11 (9): This will be one of the teams happy to see Week 14. The reality is, it's been a rough season for Coach Leach. There was not a whole lot he could have done about it, but at least now it is near an end. They will be focusing on winning their last game (no team has ever gone worse than 3-11), and the Toilet Bowl.

10. Jeff's Seals, 2-11 (10): This has definitely been a season of learning for Jeff's Seals, and I hope they've been taking notes. This coach has definitely been making strides, and a fresh start next year will be the best way to put what they've learnt into practice. If they can avoid losing the Toilet Bowl, they should consider the season a success.

2014: Special Thanksgiving Edition

A first in the history of the LOC this week, a fantasy podcast on thanksgiving, during an NFL game with live fantasy updates. Nothing better. Chris Leach joins Commissioner Stubbs for another stellar episode of the LOC Report, and they are joined by another special guest...

Power Rankings: Week 13

There are seven teams mathematically still in the playoff race with 2 weeks to go. Not one team out of the seven has clinched a playoff berth yet. This week we saw upsets, beatdowns, disappointments. What is the current state of the LOC you might ask? Volatile. And that's putting it mildly.

Power Rankings

1. Burdettinators, 7-5 (1): Wow. It took longer than everyone expected, but this team has emphatically recaptured last seasons form. This is a case of a team gaining momentum at the right time in the season, and they just need to keep riding the momentum train. While this team is still just outside wildcard spots, the 3rd and 4th seed teams (BN & GG) face off this week, couple that with a soft remaining schedule (FF & IKNAN) and this team looks almost certain to steal a wildcard spot.

2. The Tuckfards, 9-3, (2): I'm really glad Coach Burdett put on a show this week, as I was getting prepared to put The Tuckfards on top. Once again, credit where credit is due, they are in the midst of a truly special season, and are almost a lock to make their 5th consecutive playoff appearance. The next two weeks will be challenging (TTY & GG), and if they can win them both ti will do wonders for their confidence. The only question surrounding this team right now is, is this the year they put it together after Week 14?

3. Gridiron Gang, 8-4 (5): This is quite possibly the most impressive season by GM and Head Coach Stubbs, and thats quite a feat considering this storied teams accomplishments. Now fielding a pair of QB1's, WR1's and 4RB2's, this team is jam packed full of super stars. However, it's not all rainbows and hugs. They have the hardest remaining schedule out of any team (BN & TTU), and due to a lower points scored, they realistically need to win them both to guarantee playoffs. This could be the  best team to miss out on playoffs, and it would be devastating to see the early season mistakes come back to haunt them.

4. Tom's Tyrants, 6-6 (6): If Tom's Tyrants some how manages to pull off a playoff berth and a Corona Bowl victory, it will blow Gridiron Gang's 2010 championship out of the water. Simply stunning. When the chips are down and this team needs to win every game, to coach makes it happen. They are still in must win mode, and they need other results to go their way in order to make it happen. This team has never been further away from the fork. This too, would be one of the best teams this year to miss out on playoffs if they didn't make it. Just sit back, and watch, is all I can say.

5. The Dream Team, 9-3 (3): Wow. And this wow isn't for the right reasons. Commissioner Stubbs hit the nail on the head on the LOC Report last week, this teams frustrations came to a boiling point, and it resulted in a mediocre score and their first loss to a team not named Gridiron Gang. They could have clinched a playoff spot last week, and essentially sealed a division win, now possibly all of that has been cast into doubt. This team is still brimming with talent, they just need to turn it around, and fast.

6. Bear Necessities, 8-4 (4): This team won last week, but they did it in such an awkward and uncomfortable fashion. It took a 30 point performance by a running back just to win by 10, in a game where they only scored 90. While I don't think this is representative of how good Bear Necessities are, they have been in somewhat of a slump in recent weeks. They have a big game this week, and should be able to bounce back from last week, but they need to be really cautious of missing out on playoffs right now.

7. IKNAN, 6-6 (7): Who would have thought 3 weeks ago that IKNAN would avoid the fork sooner than TTY? Who would have thought IKNAN would get forked at all? But here we are, and it's happened, the fork has officially been stuck in IKNAN's 2014 season. After such a promising start to the season, it has all fallen apart in the space of a month, and due to their inferior points scored, they are all but mathematically eliminated from the playoffs. If this coach can learn from his mistakes, and pay a bit more attention to his team, they would arguably be a contender every year. But as for this year, they're finished.

8. ADRZ, 3-9 (9): Although it hasn't translated into a win yet, this team has really had a nice few weeks. Averaging around 100 points every outing, they are having a fine end to the season. They look like a good bet to avoid the toilet bowl, and could even possibly win out.

9. Forge Flyers, 2-10 (8): Coach Leach's crew have moved down, but only due to ADRZ having a nice few weeks. That won't make it any better however, and he won't like what I'm about to say next. While they are capable of putting together a nice score line, they have a horrid remaining schedule and not a lot of punch. They look destine to participate in the Toilet Bowl.

10. Jeff's Seals, 2-10 (10): This team has made a week on week improvement since their historically bad week. They are still managing their team, and making good coaching decisions. While they are almost a lock for the Toilet Bowl, they could certainly avoid losing it. It might actually be an enjoyable game to monitor - albeit a likely low scoring one.

2014: Saturday Fantasy Podcast

The LOC Report is back with a special edition, Saturday Fantasy Podcast! Many fantasy podcasts take Saturdays off, but not the LOC Report, we are here to fill the gap....for one week anyway....largely due to the Co-Host being unavailable...Saturday Fantasy Podcast!

Power Rankings: Week 11

Houston, we have a situation. No, I'm not talking about Ryan Mallet completing his first career Touch Down to JJ Watt, I'm talking about the LOC Playoff Race. There were some absolutely crucial match ups in the playoff race this week, and other teams who could ill afford to miss a beat as well. While we will leave the game analysis to the LOC Report, we will certainly look at the best and the worst of the LOC right now.

Power Rankings

1. Burdettinators, 6-5 (1): A game Burdettinators could ill afford to lose, they dug deep and found just enough points to bring home a huge victory, against a key playoff race opponent. Though it was a week below their standards, they have a roster brimming with talent, that will always give them a certain floor. They are putting immense pressure on the other wildcard teams ahead of them.

2. The Tuckfards, 8-3 (3): Credit where credit is due. I don't even begin to understand it, nor do I want to, but they just keep rolling out impressive performances. Barring a complete meltdown, they are almost assured to have a playoff berth one way or another this season, my only issue is the sustainability. This team relies on 3 players to get the bulk of their points, then the rest of the roster to bring it home. This team is extremely vulnerable when either the 3 don't perform or the rest don't perform, which has been their undoing in the past.

3. The Dream Team, 9-2 (2): Again, don't smash the panic button, this team moving down for the 2nd week is not signifying a TDT descent. More acknowledging other teams ascent. While this team has cooled off significantly (6 100+ point games in Weeks 1-6, 1 in Weeks 7-11) they still have a very good roster that will always keep them in a game. I'm just not sure if this team has the same explosiveness they did earlier in the season. They get Arian Foster back this week, but their next few weeks will dictate if they will make an impact in the playoffs or not.

4. Bear Necessities, 7-4 (4): This is one of the most up and down teams in the LOC, and it really cost them last week. In a game against Coach Burdett, they lost a fairly low scorer, and it has made making the playoffs a lot more difficult. While they still hold the 3rd seed, they are under immense pressure to keep hold of it. This rag-tag bunch of waiver warriors is at a crossroads. They need to regain their form quick in order to keep their great season on track.

5. Gridiron Gang, 7-4 (5): Cardiac Kids. Shades of 2011. In a gritty, low-scorer against a team they struggle against (prior to this game 2-8 vs IKNAN), they've buried the hatchet against a team who delivered a few dirty wins of their own. These are the games you need to win if you want success in fantasy (and make no mistake, luck is a huge part of it). They cannot rest on their laurels though. Due to a lower point total than most other teams, they need to keep the wins going. Otherwise this team's early season mishaps will come back to haunt them immensely.

6. Tom's Tyrants, 5-6 (6): This team has been running away from the fork as fast as it could for a few weeks now. And boy, they set the land speed record this week. They just edged out a close one with divisional opponent FF. Every game is a must win game for TTY at this point, and that might not even be enough. But credit to them, they keep on winning, and could easily make a case to be a bit higher on this list. If they can some how make playoffs, they will be only the second ever team in LOC history to make playoffs having had 5 losses within the first 8 weeks of the season (Gridiron Gang 3-5 Week 8 2011). Tom's Tyrants were 2-5 in Week 7. Remarkable turnaround.

7.IKNAN, 6-5 (7): This team is now the owner of a 3 game losing streak. 3 weeks ago, they were challenging for first place in their division. Now, they are fighting just to remain in the playoff race. An extremely tough loss to take this week, but a stat line that has not been out of the ordinary of late for the coach. The coach showed signs of life this week, and it nearly paid off. This team will need the coach now more than ever if they are going to rally the troops and charge into the playoffs.

8. Forge Flyers, 2-9 (8): Forge Flyers had a very nice week and in all honesty, were extremely unfortunate to lose. Thus has been the story of their season. With only 3 games to go, time is slipping away for them to avoid the Toilet Bowl.

9. ADRZ, 3-8 (9): For a second week in a row Coach Wells coached a good week out of his team. With the big names back, they are back to putting up decent numbers. They should be good for another win or two in the final weeks of 2014.

10. Jeff's Seals, 2-9 (10): They rebounded from a mortifying week 10, and for a long time looked like they might cause an upset. It wasn't meant to be, and they stumbled. Teams should not look at Jeff's Seals as a bye week, as they have shown they can put up numbers.

2014: 10 Down, 6 To Go

With only 4 weeks to go, the playoff race is starting to heat up. Commissioner Stubbs and Co Host Chris Leach join forces to decipher to teams in the LOC, and establish the pretenders and the contenders. Also, some juicy news for 2015....

Power Rankings: Week 11

If you thought things would start to quieten down as the season winds down, you were horribly, horribly wrong. Going into Week 11, it's now gut check time in the LOC. No one is guaranteed playoffs yet, while only few teams are seemingly eliminated. Hold onto your seats men, this is going to be one bumpy ride.

Power Rankings

1. Burdettinators, 5-5 (2): TDT have been unseated as top dog in the LOC Power Rankings for the first week in a long, long time. I'll cover the reasons from their side in their section, and stick to Coach Burdett here. They have really picked up their season the longer its gone on. Even though they lost this week, they still had a stellar weekend, against a team they typically struggle against. It's unreal that this team could possibly miss out on playoffs altogether, but they are the best team right now.

2. The Dream Team, 8-2 (1): Make no mistake, this team is still extremely good. But they've been noticeably weaker of late, and with a deadline day trade that could pay off or blow up in their face, this team is at a crossroads. They can either continue their charge to the playoffs as they've been doing, or crumble. Due to their superior position, they are almost guaranteed a playoff spot, but how successful they are in playoffs is the question on all our minds.

3. The Tuckfards, 7-3 (4): I'm opening an investigation into this team, as they are clearly cheating. If the coach didn't claim his roster decisions were 'skill' and would hold his hands up and say he was the luckiest fantasy coach on the planet, we would agree and accept it (to a degree). But the fact this coach claims it's all skill, and that he has an incredibly strong team (he doesn't - I don't care what scores they post), no one will ever credit this coach for the teams success. They are having success right now though, so that's what puts them here.

4. Bear Necessities, 7-3 (3): After struggling somewhat the previous weeks, the senior coach Stubbs steadied the teams hand this week with a very nice performance. They didn't need to be on the ball last week, but they had to get something going for the last stretch. They're in a good position right now, and are poised to keep it going. Can this bunch of rag tag warriors keep it going and carry it on to the playoffs? We shall see.

5. Gridiron Gang, 6-4 (5): Shades of 2010, that's all I can say. When this team is at it's most vulnerable, it is also its most dangerous. They faced an opponent in form of late, and Gridiron Gang had all sorts of bye and injury problems, but they showed why they are the Cardiac Kids of the LOC, coming up clutch in the 4th quarter and doing enough to win the game. This team isn't the best right now, but if Mathews and Gordon return and make an impact, this team could be a force to be reckoned with.

6. Tom's Tyrants, 4-6 (7): Despite a good week, this team still lost. They got outscored by a team that's been down on their luck lately. It doesn't matter how it happened, this will be a tough pill to swallow for Coach Barnes. They've been trending up lately, but really can ill afford to lose games like this. At 4-6, the fork is looming large for them, despite their strong lineup. Every game from here on out is a must win, or they have no chance.

7. IKNAN, 6-4 (6): This team has been going south for a few weeks now, and it's really starting to show. After a good start to the season, they levelled off a bit, and now they are trending down. What makes matters worse is this is the worst possible time for them to trend down. This team really needs to change their philosophy if they want to salvage this season. They have a key matchup this week, if they can get this team back on track and win they will be in a great spot. If not....the season could be over.

8. Forge Flyers, 2-8 (8): After two very nice weeks, this team suddenly looked to be in very good form. They had a very good week last week as well, but sadly they were just outscored by a team they historically struggle against. This teams season has been over for a few weeks now, but with the pressure off this team has really started to shine, and I see no reason why this shouldn't continue.

9. ADRZ, 3-7 (9): They had a very nice week last week, which is a nice change of scenery after their last few disastrous weeks. While their season is essentially over from a championship standpoint, they still have a very good change to finish the season on a high note. This team is actually trending up as they return to full health and their big players are rounding back into form, and this coach loves to upset teams. Watch out.

10. Jeff's Seals, 2-8 (10): This team has been quite good of late, and they have done a very good job of contending with the best the LOC has to offer. However, we must acknowledge that last week was without a shadow of a doubt the worst performance we have seen by a team in the history of the LOC. It's a real shame, and is a blip in an otherwise promising season, but an ugly blip at that. Look for them to rebound next week.

Power Rankings: Week 10

We're now entering the double digit weeks, and the race to the playoffs is firmly on. I already stuck a fork in two teams last week, will more be counted out this week? Who out of the remaining teams are the contenders and the pretenders? Well, you're about to find out.

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 7-2 (1): Though they did stumble a bit last week (I thought you would to if your QB put up less points than Tim Tebow), there is still no question this team can go off at any moment - cc. Jeremy Maclin. While another soft tissue injury to Arian Foster concerns me, I can't see one more player going down derailing their season. They've only lost to one team this year (GG twice), and look poised to make a return to the playoffs. They just need to bring it home.

2. Burdettinators, (2): They lost a close one to Tom's Tyrants last week, but it was just another day in the office for Burdettinators. They had another 100+ performance, and look like they're hitting their stride. The division title is squarely up for grabs, and they should be able to take it down to the wire. If they can keep perform at the high level they are, this team will have no problem making playoffs one way or another.

3. Bear Necessities, 6-3 (4): Clutch win by this team. Against a divisional opponent they could ill afford to lose to, this team is now only one win out of being first place in the division. While cracks continue to appear in their roster, as long as they have Andrew Luck captaining their team, they will be challenging for a W every single week. We've seen a revival of the old guard this season, headlined by Bear Necessities, they just need to keep it up for a few more weeks.

4. The Tuckfards, 6-3 (5): I'm stunned. There is no logical reason for how this coach has done so well. Through the season and last week. They got an absolute gift from the scheduling gods, as Jeff's Seals had bye week and injury issues up the wazoo, but they still managed to have a nice week despite being without one of their Big 3. They needed a win this week, as they are without one of their Big 3 for each of the next 2 weeks, so every win is crucial during this span.

5. Gridiron Gang, 5-4 (6): This team has only posted 130+ points twice. Both this season. Both against TDT. Unreal. This team just loves rising to the occasion in must win games against the best opponents. Quintessential Gridiron Gang. You know what else is Quintessential Gridiron Gang? Coming from behind and making a last gasp jump into the playoffs. Currently in 6th place and performing solidly, we could be seeing classic Gridiron Gang history in the making.

6. IKNAN, 6-3 (3): Gentleman, if you would look to your left, you will see what happens to a team that has a hands off coach. If this coach paid half the attention of some of the other coaches on this list, they would be a title contender every year. The lack of focus is really killing this team. They've done well to get to 6-3, don't get me wrong, but they can ill afford any more weeks like this heading into the last few games. They have the players, they just need to put it together.

7. Tom's Tyrants, (7): The revival continues. The result from last week aside, this team is really starting to hit its stride. I just worry they have too high a number in that second column. At this point, nearly ever remaining game for them is a must win. If there is a coach that can achieve that with the pressure on, it's this one, but they will be hard pressed to make a push for the playoffs at the position they are in. The fork could be stuck here imminently, despite how good they've become.

8. Forge Flyers, 2-7 (10): After I stick a fork in them, they come alive, who knew! Joking aside, very nice week from this team. Two weeks ago it was looking all the more likely this team could feasibly go without a win, then they file in two clutch performances. While the jury is still out on whether they can keep this up, there is no denying they've had a nice last two weeks, and that's enough to move them up to 8th on the Power Rankings.

9. ADRZ, 2-7 (9): I'm not going to slam the team this week, they did fantastically well to put up the point total they did considering the plethora of bye weeks they had. It's just a shame the GM went a step too far with their waiver moves, dropping Jeremy Hill, who would have won the game for them. Still, with Calvin Johnson returning to the fold this week, they should be on the up tick for the last few games of the season.

10. Jeff's Seals, 2-7 (10): Just as I start to think this team might be able to keep their good run going and maybe make a very late, great push for the playoffs, they return to their early season form and stuck themselves with a fork so I didn't have to. What was always going to be an uphill struggle for this team, they've performed amazingly well this season despite what their record indicates, and should be proud of it. Look out for this team in 2015.

2014: 9 Down, 7 To Go

Join Commissioner Stubbs and Co host Chris Leach for another week of exciting LOC action, as they are counting down the games to the playoffs.

Powe Rankings: Week 9

We are careening towards the playoffs at an unprecedented speed, and the playoff race is starting to take shape. While I'm hesitant to draw a line and state which teams are firmly in the playoff race and what aren't, there is no denying there are teams in a lot better situation than others for the final stretch. Will the power rankings agree?

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 7-1 (1): I can't say anything more about this team that I've already said, I feel like I'm just repeating myself every week. There is one thing that I feel differently about with them this week however, and it isn't down to them. The past few weeks have seen the teams behind them be a mixed bag, so I think this team is actually widening the gap between the rest of the competition again. A sensational season for Coach Nathwani in his 4th year.

2. Burdettinators, 5-3 (2): This team has really captured fire the last few weeks, and is starting to form into the team we expected at the start of the season. They are starting to pull things together, and look poised to seize the division title from The Tuckfards. If they can keep doing what they are doing, they may be challenging in Corona Bowl VI (following the trend of the curse yet again...).

3. IKNAN, 6-2 (3): After a middling few weeks, they have a very nice week last week and still find themselves in third on the power rankings. I just get the feeling this team is solid and not spectacular. They are solid throughout, don't get me wrong, but they aren't amazing. The lack of depth may also starting to show the cracks in the team. While I think they will continue to have success, they aren't a dominating force.

4. Bear Necessities, 5-3 (4): This team is really starting to look like the sum of its parts. They have had a very good season, but are squarely a Quarter Back or bust team. Don't mistake me for saying they don't have other players, they do, but this team operates the best when the QB performs, and seems to stumble every time he doesn't. They have a great shot to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2010, but it would also not surprise me if they are on the outside looking in come week 15.

5. The Tuckfards, 5-3 (6): This team moves up a spot for being more consistent than the teams below it. There's not much to say about this team, they are a 3 player team (Rodgers, Murray, Charles). If they are without any of these players on a given week, their chances of winning drop monumentally. Likewise if they don't perform on any given week. As such, this team is a hard one to figure out going into the stretch.

6. Gridiron Gang, 4-4 (5): After some very nice weeks, they had a pretty bad week last week, when everyone else seemed to perform. As has been the case with Gridiron Gang throughout the season, if they haven't had the points on the board they've had them on the bench. Last week marks the first week they couldn't have won, but those early season games are really coming back to haunt them. They can make a late push (a typical trait of this coach), but they will have to really come up clutch to pull off a playoff berth.

7. Tom's Tyrants, 3-5 (7): Just like last season, we are really starting to see this team pull it together now. While the 5 losses will be tough to overcome in such a competitive division and wildcard race, this team looks like they could be gearing up to do it. Watch out for this team, they could rapidly rise up the Power Rankings and the standings. Coach Barnes has seemingly put it together, just as everyone was ready to write this team off.

8. Jeff's Seals, 2-6 (8): Another tough loss despite this team having a nice performance again. They should get a boost over the coming weeks with key players returning to the fold, so they may actually be able to build upon the success that no one saw them having early on in the season. While I'm close to sticking a fork in them for 2014 due to having too many losses, I'm not ready to count out a late season surge just yet. But they won't be winning the Stubbs Trophy in their first season.

9. ADRZ, 2-6 (9): This team actually had a good week last week while the team is in disarray, but it still wasn't enough to win. What's more, I think we saw this teams absolute ceiling. They will be getting a key player or two back soon, but they are in absolute bye week hell this week and it will likely lead to another loss. Staring 2-7 in the face with a lacklustre roster, I think we can safely say this team is done for 2014 and stick a fork in them.

10. Forge Flyers, 1-7 (10): This coach must be ecstatic. After losing their 7th straight game, continuing the worst start ever in the LOC, they have finally won their first game in what could potentially be a toilet bowl against Jeff's Seals. But it's not all rosy. A herculean effort from their defence is what secured the win, and this team still remains the worst in the league. They're done for 2014, but they can still salvage some pride. And don't forget, there is nothing more dangerous than playing a team with nothing to play for.

2014: 8 Down, 8 To Go

Here it is, the midpoint of the season, that now means we've had most of our games and episodes of the LOC Report for the year, so you better enjoy them while they last. Starting with this one, Co Host Chris Leach joins Commissioner Stubbs for a mid-season update, and a rant about a particular government agency....

Power Rankings: Week 8

Now we've moved past the halfway point of the regular season, we are about to cross into the second half of the entire season. The playoff race will heat up massively over the coming weeks, but who will come out on top? The power rankings are here to shed some light.

1. The Dream Team, 6-1 (1): The leagues best team just keeps going. Though they posted their first sub 100 point week this week, they still remain the best team in the league. As I said last week, the gap between this team and the others continues to narrow, but they should be able to win enough of their remaining games to achieve a playoff berth.

2. Burdettinators, 4-3 (4): Last week is exactly what we have been waiting to see from this team. A team loaded with talent that hasn't put it together thus far finally put it together last week in an impressive performance. Its really a two horse race in their division, but they are squarely in position to take the lead.

3. IKNAN, 5-2 (2): A team that quietly got off to a good start is now quietly struggling. This team has been good, but they haven't been great in recent weeks. Their team is in a flux, and they could soon be headed in the wrong direction if they don't fix it. But, they continue to win games, so its hard for me to move them down.

4. Bear Necessities, 5-2 (3): This team is starting to look like the sum of its parts. A rag tag waiver roster. Theyve been wildly inconsistent lately, and posted some sub par weeks. Like IKNAN, they continue to win, but the early season dominance we've seen by this team could be in the rear view mirror going forward. The next few weeks will be crucial for them.

5. Gridiron Gang, 4-3 (5): A team I am hesitant to move any higher despite their recent success, this team continues to play well. They currently hold the longest winning streak in the LOC and have a winning record for the first time on over two years. The coach needs to nail every player each week in order to win though, something they have always struggled with.

6. The Tuckfards, 5-2 (6): This team is based on 3 players, and that's all. Greg Olsen is the only other player providing any contribution to this team. While the 3 player monster they have is daunting, if any one of then disappoints or were to miss time, they would be relying on luck to win. Bizarrely, this is what has happened so far.

7. Tom's Tyrants, 2-5 (7): Another tough week further casts this teams season into doubt. The coach has been under immense pressure to get every decision right thus far just to give this team a chance, and has failed. While I could still see a turnaround, I feel it may be too late as far as playoffs goes. The curse it appears, is still alive and well.

8. Jeff's Seals, 2-5 (9): I'm stunned at the turnaround this team has had, truly. If they had a few more wins, this coach would be a coach of the year candidate. After losing multiple key starters this team had somehow improved. Its really impressive. Theyve posted nice scores for multiple weeks now, and I cant see it ending. Fantastic job by the new coaches.

9. ADRZ, 2-5 (8): Well, this team just looks like its hungover. After the highs of making playoffs for the first time last season, theyve regressed this year. Their key players are missing time and underperforming which hurts them, and the coach hasn't been able to compensate for it. While a turnaround is still possible, they are firmly heading south right now.

10. Forge Flyers, 0-7 (10): This team just looks like a rudderless ship. They are in complete disarray, and the coach has been unable to steady the ship. Theyve missed out on key waiver moves that could have stabilised the team, and the result is a roster that just cant perform. I hope the coach turns it around, he definitely can. They just need to avoid going 0-14, and salvage some pride

2014: 7 Down, 9 To Go

Co-host Chris Leach rejoins Commissioner Stubbs for the episode of the LOC podcast that crossed into the second half of the LOC regular season. Listen out for the buzz word in this episode for bonus points, and find out why Chris Leach may never be co-host again....

2014: 6 Down, 10 To Go

Commissioner Stubbs is joined by the one, the only, 4 time GM of the year, Corona Bowl II Winner, Coach Stubbs....Co-host Chris Leach was unavailable this week...Still, Commissioner Stubbs does his best to give you all the necessary info, and take over Chris's excellent analysis

Power Rankings: Week 7

It's hard to believe this week marks the half way point in the LOC Regular Season. The months feel like years in the wait for the season to return, and when it does it goes past in a blink of an eye. That blink of an eye will no doubt feel like an eternity for some teams that are struggling, while the others will want it to slow down and enjoy the success while they can.

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 5-1 (1): The best team in the LOC got back on the horse last week after a surprise loss to Gridiron Gang in Week 5. The good times keep rolling for this team, but don't mistake that for there being chinks in their armour. While they have yet to post less than 100 points, they are not worlds ahead of the teams behind them as they once were. Still, they are extremely good.

2. IKNAN, 5-1 (3): This team is quietly having an excellent season, and currently holds the longest win streak in the LOC with 5. They are not stacked with talent, but they have a very strong foundation and continue to impress. What's more they are putting The Dream Team under pressure, and that can only bode well for them.

3. Bear Necessities, 4-2 (2): After stumbling a bit the previous week, this team came back with a vengeance. While they still do remain on a core group of 3 players to get the majority of their points, they have been doing so consistently, and they usually find one or two anterior players to step up too. I can't see that changing right now.

4. Burdettinators, 3-3 (6): You might be confused as to how a team that lost and had another bad week (one of a handful). Well, they're in a good situation right now. The division is much softer than anticipated, and the first place team just suffered a blow. Coach Burdett still has a lot of talent at his disposal, and he will do enough to turn out a division win.

5. Gridiron Gang, 3-3 (5): After two stellar weeks, this team stumbled like it did early on. What changed from early on however is they got lucky and got the win this time. Sitting at .500 win percentage for the first time in over 2 years after week 1, this team looks poised to perform. Trouble is, they are 5th in the league, and more importantly 4th in the division. They'll have to push those above them in order to succeed.

6. Tom's Tyrants, 2-4 (8): Another decent week for this team, another loss. It's been a rough season so far, one very reminiscent of last year. While I believe this team will eventually round in to form, it could happen anywhere between this week and the next 4. By that point, it may be too late. They just have to hope Coach Barnes will be able to work some magic.

7. The Tuckfards, 4-2 (4): Just as I started to give this team praise and move them up the board, they take a nasty loss and lose a key player. They have the ease of their division on their side for a playoff push, but this team just isn't good enough to really challenge for the Kumar Bowl this season. The wheels could be starting to come off for Coach Merritt.

8. ADRZ, 2-4 (7): This is a team slowly moving towards disarray and confusion. They started an inactive player, which is only the latest in a litany of problems for this coach. The team can definitely perform on it's day, but it is so volatile that it makes it almost impossible to control for Coach Wells. They still have a chance to push for the division, but they need to find stability, fast.

9. Jeff's Seals, 2-4 (10): You've gotta hand it to these coaches, they've shown determination and grit to keep battling after what looked like a completely disastrous start to their career. While I commend them on their recent success, this is a team definitely over performing. Credit to the coach to get it out of them. Who knows, this coach might surprise. We've seen stranger things in the LOC... 

10. Forge Flyers, 0-6 (9): This team is in uncharted territory. No team has ever started a season 0-6, and sadly, this following sentence must also be said. This is the worst start to a season in the entirety of the LOC's 6 year history. An extremely unfair statement, as this team had some very nice games at the start of the year, but that's the position they are in now. My heart goes out to them, I hope they can turn it around.

2014: 5 Down, 11 To Go

The weather outside may be far from delightful, but wherever you are you can always get that nice, warm, fuzzy feeling of listening to another episode of the LOC Report. Co-host joins Commissioner Stubbs for a chin wag once again.

Power Rankings: Week 6

Just as you thought we were getting some clarity in the LOC, Week 5 came along and made you think twice. This week was a perfect example of any given Sunday. The struggling teams can still surprise, and the good teams have chinks in their armour. But are the power rankings as sensitive as the week-on-week variation of the LOC?

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 4-1 (1): Yeah, this team lost, so what? They still hung up 118 points. They've still yet to dip under 100. And, oh yeah, they played a team that has a historically good record causing upsets against the best teams. While they are without Jennings this week (and possibly Foster), they are still the best team. But the seat is getting warmer, and the wheels might be starting to get wonky. But don't kid yourself, they were never going undefeated...

2. Bear Necessities, 3-2 (2): Yeah, this week wasn't great, but it's the type of week nearly every team has had this season. This has actually been a blip thus far in their season, and although that might be because Luck was playing out of skin, there is no denying they remain one of the better teams. What happens next week will be something to monitor closely for this team though.

3. IKNAN, 4-1 (3): As predicted coming into the season, this team is quietly putting together nice performances. They aren't doing it in a particularly pretty way, but they are getting it done. This team is starting to get the feeling of an ultra-consistent scorer, with limited upside. But hey, it's gotten them to 4-1, and if they can keep it up I don't see why the good times won't keep rolling.

4. The Tuckfards, 4-1 (6): I'm bewildered. I know I say it every year, and the last few years I happily eat my words. But this is just ridiculous. The obvious 2 came up trumps for them again, but the likes of Eagles D, Brian Quick and Greg Olsen have no business doing what they did. They're here only because until the personnel they have is massively over performing right now.

5. Gridiron Gang, 2-3 (7): This team hasn't put up back-to-back 100 point performances in over two seasons. They also set a franchise record for points scored. This team just loves to play the leagues best, they just always seem to bring their A game. They got rather fortunate, but this performance reminds us of the Gridiron Gang of old, opposed to what it's been recently. The coach needs to keep doing what he's been doing the last few weeks.

6. Burdettinators, 3-2 (4): A very nice performance brought home another win, but this coach still has to be a bit worried. This team is winning ugly right now, and they are very reliant on a few players each week. To their credit, these players are also very consistent, but you'd like to see something from the rest of the roster. If they can light a fire under the rest of the roster, this team could easily take off into the stratosphere.

7. ADRZ, 2-3 (8): This is such a hard team to read. The past two weeks, to their credit, they've had quite good weeks, and ended up losing. But you also get the sense what they've been doing is their ceiling, and if they're losing these kinds of games, it doesn't bode well for the rest of their season. They have the ability to have a nice season still, but their fate is squarely hanging in the balance.

8. Tom's Tyrants, 2-3 (9): Much like ADRZ, this teams fate is hanging in the balance. Two nice weeks in a row, two losses. Again, you get the sense this is kind of the limit for them. They're definitely becoming more consistent, and could start to come on stronger in the next few weeks (akin to last season), but this team is a project. Luckily for their fans, the GM is an expert team builder.

9. Forge Flyers, 0-5 (5): You get the sense the wheels are starting to fall off in Forge town. After a brutal first 3 weeks of scoring well and losing, the last two weeks they've looked a shell of their former selves. While they will definitely rebound from an abysmal week last week, you have to wonder if they can bounce back. At 0-5, it's going to be extremely hard to salvage their season, but anything is possible in the LOC.

10. Jeff's Seals, 1-4 (10): Congratulations to Coaches Allen and Fisher on their first win of the season, they did it in style with a franchise record amount of points. But they must temper expectations. The points have not been flowing freely for them to this point, and a lot of their players struggled. But who knows, a waiver move here or there and they might surprise some people.

Power Rankings: Week 5

4 Games in and we are starting to see some separation. But here's the thing, a lot of this separation is by wins and losses only. Through the first month of the season, there are only one or two teams we can see are either a cut above, or below, the rest. It will be interesting to see what happens over the next month.

Power Rankings.

1. The Dream Team, 4-0 (1): Another day at the office for this team. So far they are looking like one of the most likely teams to achieve a play off berth, and deservedly so. Yet to dip under 100 points, enduring a couple of blows, they continue to have a very nice season. I know, I say it every week, the wheels could come off at some point, but the more weeks it keeps working, the less I think it will happen.

2. Bear Necessities, 3-1 (2): Another solid week by this team, but before I jump on the hype train I am going to take a moment of pause here. They have been extremely good, but they are also extremely dependant upon Andrew Luck. Much like teams we've seen in the past, they ride the QB and live or die by it. While this is by no means a bad strategy, it tends to lead to some struggles at times.

3. IKNAN, 3-1 (6): That was sorely needed for this team. After a strong start, and some sputtering in the following weeks, they managed to right the ship last week and bring home a win. While somewhat fortunate to be 3-1, there is no denying this team has the talent to be where they are. While last week was a step in the right direction, they need to find consistency in order to continue their success.

4. Burdettinators, 2-2 (5): One word. Finally. Although it wasn't quite what we expected of this Burdettinators team, they have a solid week and brought home the win. They needed to rely on a player stepping up at the last moment, but a W is a W. They really need to build off of this performance, but like IKNAN, they took a step in the right direcction last week.

5. Forge Flyers, 0-4 (3): You have to sympathise with this team, it has been a rough start to the year. While the first 3 weeks they arguably deserved something from, I don't think anyone (coach Leach included) can be too upset about a loss last week. But, be that as it may, they still have a very good roster and should get it going at some point. 0-4 will be very hard to overcome however.

6. The Tuckfards, 3-1 (9): Before you think I'm coming around to The Tuckfards, I'm gonna stop you right there. This is an admittance that yes, they are 3-1, yes, they are capable of nice weeks. But as we all know, when you're reliant on 2 or 3 players (which The Tuckfards completely are) there is only so much you can do, and they will be very up and down throughout the year. Some weeks. that might be enough.

7. Gridiron Gang, 1-3 (7): Another team that you really have to feel for. If they had started one different player each week, they'd be 4-0 right now. Further to that, it was the same player. Further to that, it was the coaches favourite of all time, Tom Brady. Here's a lesson folks, don't let your heroes cloud your judgement. But it's not all on the coach, few would expect the poor start Brady has. Look for this team to get going with a new signal caller in charge.

8. ADRZ, 2-2 (8): Look, we know what ADRZ is at this point. They had a nice week, they did, but it's probably the upper end of what they will be able to achieve on a weekly basis. What's more, they were just simply outscored last week, and the loss isn't on them (but it's karma for what happened at the week 4 wembley game last year...). They have potential to put up a nice score each week, but the opposite can also be said.

9. Tom's Tyrants, 2-2 (4): Well....it's going to be another roller coaster season for this coach I feel. The team just looks out of sorts right now, and that looked to be changing in Week 3. This team definitely has the potential to turn it around, and still be one of the best, but until I see it happen (and on a consistent basis), they are just simply not good enough. If anyone can turn it around, Coach Barnes can.

10. Jeff's Seals, 0-4 (10): They say that you learn more in defeat than you do in victory. Going off of that logic, Coach Allen and Fisher should win the Stubbs trophy in 2015. This year however, they will likely have to settle for the Toilet Bowl. While this team can definitely nab a win on any given Sunday, they arguably enter every game as the clear underdog. My heart goes out to them, I hope they can turn it around.

2014: 4 Down, 12 To Go

Commissioner Stubbs and Co host Chris Leach are coming back to your ears once again for another weekly review of the LOC. A somewhat tame week in comparison to the last few, but still packed full of excitement!

2014: 3 Down, 13 To Go

Commissioner Stubbs is granted the pleasure of chatting all things LOC with Co-host and stand up guy Chris Leach for yet another week. However, a surprise guest joins the duo in the first coach speak of the season....

Power Rankings: Week 4

It's hard a believe we are already a month into this still young NFL season, and what's more we have now entered bye week country. Last week was the last time we saw all teams at full strength (sans injuries), something we won't see again for over 2 months. Bye weeks cannot only drastically change a teams season, but they will also drastically change the power rankings.

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 3-0 (1): Another solid week from this team, and they are shaping up to look like the front runner. You have to commend this team and the coach, they've had a lot of turmoil already, yet they've come out seemingly unscathed. They are in all hands on deck mode now, they really cannot afford to lose any more, and the bye weeks may prove tough, but they've shown well so far this season.

2. Bear Necessities, 2-1 (2): Yeah, they did lose last week, but they lost to the team above them on this list. They still had a nice week, and should continue to do so. The team remains strong through and through, and the expert waiver moves had kept this team in the driving seat. They'll need that more than ever during the bye weeks, but they already look to be a step ahead of most of the other teams in the league.

3. Forge Flyers, 0-3 (5): You're confused aren't you? How did a winless team move up the power rankings? Well, this team quietly turned in yet another nice week, a week where they were simply outscored. I'm struggling to remember a team that has had such a solid start to the season and found themselves without a win. These 3 games could come back to haunt them at the end of the season, but that still doesn't change they are one of the better teams in the league right now.

4. Tom's Tyrants, 2-1 (7): Tom's Tyrants needed that, big time. The only team who could argue they've been through more turmoil than The Dream Team, Coach Barnes managed to rally the troops this week about pull out a win. Their roster seemingly looks worse and worse every week, and the bye weeks won't help that, so the coach needs to nail every single waiver move in order to give them a shot. He is number 4 because he has managed that so far.

5. Burdettinators, 1-2 (3): I couldn't keep them at 3 any longer, they just have not been able to get anything going lately. You have to believe a team with so much talent will turn it on eventually, but so far the defending champs have really struggled so far this season. They have some pieces to work with, and they are surely in for a rebound week sooner rather than later.

6. IKNAN, 2-1 (4): This team is an enigma. There is nothing more I can say. They both have a lot of talent and don't. The problem to this point is that talent hasn't been consistent, at all. This team has the looks of a team that will pin its back on 3 or 4 players every week, and if they don't perform they are in big trouble. The bye weeks may prove to be the undoing for this team, it's just too early to tell.

7. Gridiron Gang, 1-2 (9): This coach really dodged a bullet last week, but after the first two weeks they had, it was only fair in a way as they could so easily be 3-0 right now. They quite literally won the game in overtime. They finally made enough right choices, and the win should give them a bit more confidence going forward. They don't have a lot to work with this week due to byes, but going forward should be able to have some nice weeks.

8. ADRZ, 2-1 (6): A team that slipped down, despite winning. Well, it's still hard to figure this team out. After a blockbuster week one, they had a lack lustre week 2, and a Monday night come from behind win this week. This team is a lot like IKNAN in a way, they have some absolute stars on the team, but they also have positions completely devoid of talent. As was said near the start of the season, they'll be pinning their hopes on a few players each week to bring home the win

9. The Tuckfards, 2-1 (8): I'm not going to spout off how a loss has completely justified their position on the rankings. The position was already justified, the on the field results are just backing it up. It is widely thought this team had no right being 2-0, and certainly not 3-0, and many think they deserve to be 0-3. There are serious questions about the team. They have some good players, I'm not saying they don't, but there just isn't enough of them to make this team a contender.

10. Jeff's Seals, 0-3 (10): You have to feel for this team. They were so very close to their first victory, and arguably deserved it, only to have it snatched away from them at the last second. What's worse is, you get the feeling that this team will struggle to do better than what they did on a weekly basis. Don't be surprised if this team can put together some nice weeks, and they will win some games, but they would need a Coach of the Year type year to make a playoff appearance.

2014: 2 Down, 14 To Go

Commissioner Stubbs is back to take a look at the second week of the 2014 LOC. He is joined by Co-host Chris Leach who gave some expert analysis on all things fantasy.

Power Rankings: Week 3

Week 2 has come and gone, and we are now careening towards week 3. With teams at 2-0, 1-1 and 0-2, you would think there would be more clarity than ever, but it couldn't be more of the opposite. Every team is seemingly in flux at the moment, and this article will attempt to make sense of that.

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 2-0 (1): While this team took a few knocks this week (and as I keep saying, I'm still not sold on their longevity), I don't think there is anyone who can dispute that this is the best looking team right now. They've had two good weeks, and that doesn't look like it'll change in the short term.

2. Bear Necessities, 2-0 (7): After taking some fire after the draft, this team has quietly turned in a very solid start to the season and is starting to be recognised. While I think everyone (including the coach) can expect them to come down from their bonkers Week 2 point total, This team is starting to look more and more like a contender every day (helped in part by some savvy GM moves).

3. Burdettinators, 1-0 (3): This team is extremely fortunate to be hanging on to the same position they had last week, and it more speaks to the problems with the other teams below them. What kept them here, however, is that they still have a star studded roster, and just had a bad week (we all do). Look for this team to bounce back in a big way in the coming weeks.

4. IKNAN, 1-1 (6): Another team that is just too good to drop down the rankings based on one week. Let's not get ahead of ourselves, they still got 90 points, but they were some what fortunate to win this week, whereas last week they were some what unfortunate to lose. While their is some things to worry about for this team, right now they still look like one of the better teams in the league.

5. Forge Flyers, 0-2 (5): You have to feel for this coach, two weeks playing a team with 140+ points. The difference was this week, they put up a bonkers score of their own, which is unfortunate, as they'll be the first to tell you they probably won't reach it again this season. This team should still be a solid option on a weekly basis, but they just don't have the same firepower a some other teams in the league.

6. ADRZ, 1-1 (2): A regression was expected ok, they scored 140 points in week 1. But the regression was definitely more than what we were all expecting. Look for them to level out next week and beyond, as their roster is more suited to the consistent decent score than being a yo-yo team.

7. Tom's Tyrants, 1-1 (4): This team is such a hard team to gauge right now. You look at their roster and your eyes tell you that they should just be scoring points left right and centre. You scratch beneath the surface and this team actually has a lot of problems which could easily derail their season. It's going to take a few weeks to see what kind of team this will turn out to be, so for now they sit at number 7.

8. The Tuckfards, 2-0 (9): How is this team 2-0? That was't a rhetorical, I'm legitimately asking how are they 2-0? Week 1, they squeak by a team they never should have beaten, week 2 most of the roster falls to pieces, but a few players play out of their skin, and their opponent has a bad week. This coach continues to luck out, but it has to come to an end.

9. Gridiron Gang, 0-2 (8): I actually like this roster, they've shown through 2 weeks they can put up points. Naturally I'm talking about the roster as a whole, as they haven't put up as many actual points. The coaches inability to go with his gut and make the right decision has broken this teams back, and legitimately cost them 2 wins. They only need one win to get the monkey off their back, but god only knows then this coach can get his $h!t together.

10. Jeff's Seals, 0-2 (10): You have to feel for these coaches. They inherit a team that just hasn't looked great in the first two weeks. They have capable players, and on their week they will no doubt be able to win, but over the course of the season it is hard to like this teams chances of having considerable success. A year of learning will do these coaches a lot of good, but it's just hard to start your first two games 0-2.

2014: 1 Down, 15 To Go

Week 1 officially kicked off on Sunday, so Co-host Chris Leach and resident guest Coach Nathwani joined Commissioner Stubbs to discuss and dissect all the happenings of Week 1 in the LOC.

Power Rankings: Week 2

Week 1 is officially in the books, and the 2014 LOC season is underway. Already we've seen explosive teams, under performers, and a nail biter. One week doesn't tell the story of a season, so how will it affect the power rankings? Read on to find out.

Power Rankings

1. The Dream Team, 1-0 (4): This team moves to the top, because they look the best...right now. I still worry about the longevity of their team, but while everyone is healthy and teams are still at full strength (for the most part), they should continue to have success. They had a convincing week 1 where nearly all of their starters hit, which as we all know, doesn't happen often.

2. ADRZ, 1-0 (7): The biggest jumper, and also the team most susceptible to fall again. They had an awesome week, but much of this was capitalised by three players. While they can't rely on this on a consistent basis (they'll probably yo-yo up and down these rankings all year long) there is no arguing they have the looks of a team that could go off at any moment. They'll be confident in week 2 but should temper expectations.

3. Burdettinators, 1-0 (2): This team had a solid week 1, but they would have been looking for more. Their stars didn't perform this week (something that should correct itself swiftly), and they still managed to put up a very nice 110. They will likely be looking at a solid 100 points on a weekly basis, but might struggle to go over that by a lot. Still, that's a very good spot to be in.

4. Tom's Tyrants, 0-1 (1): It's been a frustrating preseason for Tom's Tyrants, and that boiled to the surface in week 1. They got 100 points, which is obviously good, but one player accounted for a quarter of that. Like Burdettinators, they'll probably manage around 100 each week, but will struggle to put up more than that. They could really do with Gronk getting back to full usage, or a bench player to emerge, to solidify their status.

5. Forge Flyers, 0-1 (8): This team had a very consistent, but not spectacular, week 1. Looking down their roster, they all had an average week, as did the bench, which added up to an average score. On a weekly basis, they'll have some people who over perform, and some under, but it's likely the result will end up similar to this one. No doubt this will be enough to win games this season, but how many is the big question in Forge town.

6. IKNAN, 0-1 (3): This team had a very nice week, but there is just something that eats at me when I look at this team. The QB had a very nice day, but a lot of the skill players who looked like game winners in preseason looked like chokers in this one. What's more, I'm not sure how much upside they'll have going forward. They will desperately want to see how some of their players are utilised in week 2, as it could dictate the outcome of their season.

7. Bear Necessities, 1-0 (6): Another team that had a nice week, albeit mostly on the back of their QB. Much like Forge Flyers, the ends will ignore the means, and they will likely put up similar totals each week either by consistency or over performers and under performers. They have some options on the bench, and no doubt the waiver guru will make some moves to solidify their team this week, which could lead them to quietly surprising this season.

8. Gridiron Gang, 0-1 (5): This team has never won in week 1, so don't write them off yet. Half of all playoff teams started 0-1. GG have twice gone to the playoffs after starting 0-1, and twice had horrible seasons. Time will tell what way their season goes, but here is what we know. They were having a very nice week up until 9pm. After that, 4 players combined for 16.3 points. That's not happening every week, and their bench is stacked with options, but it is unclear to what degree at this moment in time.

9. The Tuckfards, 1-0 (10): Yeah, this team won last week (if you really call that winning). This might be the year Coach Merritt's team falls off a cliff. Rodgers will definitely improve, but other than that I'm not sure what else can drastically change on this team. They have limited starting options and limited bench options, so they'll need someone to emerge to have a nice season this year.

10. Jeff's Seals, 0-1 (9): The new co-coached team is off to a slow start, but that's to be expected. After a mid-week change at the coaching level, this team stumbled out of the gate, but there should be cautious optimism here. They had some very nice performances from some players who's output was unclear, and the ones that should be good going forward just had a bad week. While the coaches learn the ropes, it may hold the team back, but it could be a lot worse for the regime.

2014: Draft Recap and Week 1 Preview

The LOC Report returns after its brief 1 week break to recap the 2014 LOC Draft, breaking down each round of the draft and analyzing picks. Commissioner Stubbs, co host Chris Leach and Viv Nathwani also went on to take a look at the match ups in Week 1.

Power Rankings: Week 1

Week 1 of the 2014 LOC season officially starts tomorrow, and with that comes the Week 1 Power Rankings. We've already seen some roster moves and teams benefitting or being harmed in the week and a half since the draft, such is the nature of fantasy football. Come tomorrow and this weekend, we can throw out the potential and the blind optimism, as we will have our first W's and L's for over 9 months. NOTE: These are based solely on starting lineups

Power Rankings

1. Tom's Tyrants, 41-32 (1): Coach Barnes' Tom's Tyrants remain on top spot, but it was a tough call this week. It's a really deep roster, but they don't have the same upside as Burdettinators. Still, I think it's the most complete starting line up in the league, and I imagine they will perform as such. Since the draft they've been dealt bad news multiple times, but I'm not worried quite yet.

2. Burdettinators, 40-32 (2): This coach will be pissed he is only no.2, and I don't blame him. There is no doubt this team has the best core group of players, but the supporting cast on the starting roster just isn't quite as good as Tom's Tyrants (Patterson, Gore). Like I said, it was close, and a case could be made either way. Most weeks they won't need them, but I think Week 1 against Tom's Tyrants, they'll need them to step up.

3. IKNAN, 30-28 (3): No movers yet, and with good reason. Coach Sherwood has another really complete roster, but they just don't have the same upside as the top 2 teams. Their star RB Martin has gotten a boost over the last week, but their core group of players just isn't as good as Burdettinators or Tom's Tyrants. I still think they've got a more complete team than Burdettinators, but they don't have the same fire power.

4. The Dream Team, 20-23 (5): I still have major worries about this team for the length of the season, but week 1 they should light it up. This is almost the opposite of IKNAN, they are either going to light it up or struggle to keep the candle alight. Likely most weeks, it'll probably fall some where in between. As for week 1, they should have a big week, but face a tough match up against IKNAN.

5. Gridiron Gang, 34-40-1 (6): From here on out, it's less about upside and more about floor. Coach N. Stubbs has a roster that should consistently have the highest floor all season long (barring injury or abysmal play of course). That should translate into a good season, and they'll only need a few players each week to step up. But some weeks, that won't happen, and they'll be relying on their opponent to score low to win.

6. Bear Necessities, 40-34 (7): Looking at the starting line up, this is probably one of the best Coach D. Stubbs has had for a while. Complete and balanced, they should at the very least match 5-9 from last year, with a good bet to improve on that if other teams stumble early. Ideally they need a solid option at flex, but the rest of the starters are good enough to cover for the flex. Let's not forget their experience and that the coach is a stats guru.

7. ADRZ, 19-24 (4): This is by far the biggest mover from last weeks power rankings, and that's because this roster will probably need a few games to come together. They have some start talent, players that will probably win games by themselves, but they are desperately need a flex and an RB2. Players on the roster will step up, or the waiver will help out, but it could take them a few games to get there.

8. Forge Flyers, 38-33 (8): Despite a superb draft, the roster still doesn't match up to others in the league...right now. The RBs are a question mark until a few games go by, same goes for the QB (we need to see a few games to see if he replicates last years magic), and they need a flex to emerge. But until then, they'll be hoping their WRs and Graham can cover the rest of the lineup.

9. Obama's Llamas, 0-0 (10): Coach Hunter gets lifted off the bottom spot for the first time in his career, kudos. Much like Forge Flyers, it'll be a few games before we see what kind of players they will have. It's anyones guess what Bell, Ball, Reed and Ridley will do right now, but they should at least nail two of those guys. They'll be counting on Green, Garcon and Romo to carry the team, which is no guarantee.

10. The Tuckfards, 44-32 (9): Coach Merritt will love being here, but most of you will likely be perplexed by this. Rodgers is a lock to be great, no doubt. Charles and Murray should be good, but they may not be in the same position to succeed as they were last year. Their WRs are possibly the worst in the league, and Olsen is an uninspiring TE. It's hard for me to be excited about this team until I see them go out and win some games.