The Middle-Earth American Football Tournament

[Formendacil]

Rather like Sauce, I worry that my presence on the Barrow-Downs team could dampen our chances of victory, although I'm pleased to be given a spot.

Although, to be honest, I'd rather be playing on the Tol-in-Gaurhoth team as Saurondacil.

[Elu Ancalime]

Defensive End! Woot woot! Like Michael Strahan...with better teeth.

I expect to see a lot of running game out of Moria and Goblin-Town. Although moria goblins are small, they are fast, and are used to moving quikly while being unnoticed. Hookbill and I will find a challenge in their Back's! And their marching band for Halftime shows should be good, cant wait to see that Cave Troll Drumline! It will be like the Battle of the Pelenor, and all the Angband fans chanting 'Grond!' But I definetly dont want to see the Enemy's teams' cheerleadres....Ugh! Perhaps thats why the prisoners from Nargrothond were taken...

Wow, Woodhall got stomped...
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[Morai]

Tackle - Morai

Wow, didn't see that one coming. Really though, I feel honored.

They were somehow able to do well in soccer, who knows exactly how, but in American football they have absolutely zero chance.

One never knows. (I'm speaking of college football, cause I'm usually more interested in it than the NFL.) "Smaller" teams often have advantages at rushing, for they often are able to move their legs faster. Whether or not hobbits have this ability, I think it's yet to be seen. (Either that or I'm biased towards hobbits. )

[Elu Ancalime]

biased towards hobbits

But arent we all, deep down in our hearts?


Im also a little surprised at Erebor, I thought they would have kept the score a little more even, considering dwarves and all, they seem like the favorite as far as (un?)natural selection. But we will see on the Post Game report with Sleepy Ranger soon.
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[the phantom]

"Smaller" teams often have advantages at rushing

Not smaller "teams"- smaller running backs. And even the smaller college running backs that have success are considerably larger than a hobbit. And the offensive linemen that block for the running backs- they are most definitely larger than a hobbit. It would take at least four hobbits to block a large Numenorian, which means that the maximum number of men a team of hobbit blockers could stop is two, leaving the other nine men free to grab the little runt and drive him forcefully into the ground.

The hobbits had better be courteous to their opponents, or they might purposefully land on top of them when they tackle them. There'd be ribs breaking on every play.

[Farael]

Originally Posted by Formendacil

Rather like Sauce, I worry that my presence on the Barrow-Downs team could dampen our chances of victory, although I'm pleased to be given a spot.

Don't worry Formen, you are Safety... if they pass the ball, run back and smack the one who is going to get it... if they run the ball, run forward and smack the one who already has it... and if you feel like blitzing, pretend to run back, run forward instead and smack the one who has the ball hopefully before he passes it to others.

Wohooo!! I'm excited... what a game!! those poor folks from Erebor never had a chance.... watch out 'cos here we come!!

[Glirdan]

This is going to be awsome!!

Attentions all!!! Is Roa in the stadium?? If so, please PM ASAP! Thank you all and have a great day!!

Well, getting back on topic after that little interruption. SpM you'll do fine. I'm not a great sports person either. Wait, that's not entirely true. I always was reciever... And I must say that I didn't to badly, not to mention I don't have a bad arm either. Oh, there I go. I'm going to shut up now...

[Sleepy Ranger]

I'm sorry for making you wait so long but you'll have to wait a few more hours till I finally post the results. Sorry.

[Formendacil]

Originally Posted by Farael

Don't worry Formen, you are Safety... if they pass the ball, run back and smack the one who is going to get it... if they run the ball, run forward and smack the one who already has it... and if you feel like blitzing, pretend to run back, run forward instead and smack the one who has the ball hopefully before he passes it to others.

Huh?

Well, I can only assume that my football-playing alter-ego isn't a PERFECT copy of me.

And I still want to see Saurondacil playing with Tol-in-Gaurhoth.

[Sleepy Ranger]

The Barrow-Downs (35) vs. Erebor (13)

Erebor won the toss and picked to recieve. They made a relatively slow start and soon ended up giving away posession. Unfortunately the 'Downs couldn't convert anything either and the first quarter went by with no breaks for either team. The second quarter however brought better luck for the Barrow-Downs as an early interception by Gil-Galad and a few good runs later the Barrow-Downs found themselves within 19 yards of scoring. Sleepy Ranger threw the whole 19 yards and the pass was completed by Glirdan scoring the 'Downs their first touchdown. The phantom did what was needed and got the 'Downs the extra point.

It was a far more aggressive Erebor on the field this time around but an untimely fumble gave the 'Downs posession at the 30 yard line. Sleepy Ranger attempted the pass and Glirdan was there to complete it again giving the 'Downs their second touchdown from a huge pass. The phantom once again got them the extra point. Erebor managed to get off a series of good passes and a 15 yard pass finally got them the touchdown they needed and they managed to get the extra point as well. The 'Downs came close to scoring once more but time was not on their side as the half came to an end.

Possession kept being passed around at the beginning of the second half until Erebor managed to rush in a touchdown from 10 yards out. However they could not get the extra point. A remarkable 40 yard run by THE Ka got the 'Downs their third touchdown of the match and the phantom brought home another extra point. The teams ended the quarter with Erebor on the ball. With a minute left to play an interception by Gil-Galad just outside the 10 yard line led to a breath-taking 50 yard run and brought the 'Downs close to another touchdown. Sleepy Ranger managed to get a 20 yard pass to Wilwarin who ran in for the touchdown. Phantom showed no flaws and the 'Downs won 35-13.