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Vampire Oddness

Week 6

6 Matchups▾

Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

👑 D

Grimmlaw

Proj 133.66

Final 97.00

Proj 104.94

Final 121.80

Preview

Solomon's Edge Over D Has Become Enormous

Solomon Kane enters Friday with one of the largest expected advantages in the league. Solomon is projected for 155.35 against D's 101.48, a 53.87-point gap. Neither side had anyone play Thursday, so this is entirely the result of lineup changes and updated availability. Solomon has Lamar Jackson, Bijan Robinson, Cam Skattebo, Drake London, George Pickens, Isaiah Likely, Davante Adams, Jaylen Warren, and Jakobi Meyers. Jackson is now questionable rather than out, which dramatically improves the outlook. D counters with Ashton Jeanty, Emeka Egbuka, Zay Flowers, Dalton Kincaid, Bhayshul Tuten, and Luther Burden, but Jalen Hurts currently carries a zero projection. D entered the week needing to stop the slide. The hill has gotten much steeper.

Recap

D Turns a 54-Point Underdog Story Into a Blowout

Friday gave D almost no chance. Sunday gave D a 24.80-point win. Grimmlaw stunned Solomon Kane 121.80–97.00, beating projection by 16.86 points while Solomon missed his by 36.66. Bhayshul Tuten led D with 24.70, Emeka Egbuka scored 17.80, Luther Burden added 17.50, and Ashton Jeanty finished with 15.80. Solomon got 23.90 from Isaiah Likely, but Bijan Robinson scored only 7.30, Cam Skattebo gave him a zero, and several other starters came in well below expectation. Solomon entered Friday with a projected advantage approaching 54 points. D leaves Week 6 with the win and a 2-4 record.

👑 Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

Blade

RCff

Proj 111.17

Final 114.60

Proj 109.50

Final 87.75

Preview

Blood War II: The Elder Draws First Blood

The second Blood War of the season is underway, and Thursday belonged to neither Vampire particularly well. Blade's Emanuel Wilson scored only 5.20 against a 12.62 projection, dropping the Turned Vampire's expected total to 99.33. Santanico Pandemonium hasn't had anyone play yet and now holds a 109.48–99.33 advantage. The Elder has Jacoby Brissett, Alvin Kamara, Braelon Allen, Denzel Boston, Pat Freiermuth, Jalen Coker, Kendrick Bourne, Dameon Pierce, and the Kansas City defense. Blade counters with Bryce Young, Kendre Miller, Brock Bowers, Keon Coleman, Darius Cooper, Devaughn Vele, and the Indianapolis defense. Bowers is questionable with a knee injury. There is no Feeding in a Blood War. The winner gets bragging rights, the victory, and the +$10 FAAB bonus. After Thursday, the Elder has the first meaningful edge.

Recap

The Elder Wins Blood War II

Blood War II belongs to Santanico Pandemonium. The Elder Vampire beat Blade 114.60–87.75, turning a close projection into a 26.85-point victory. Keenan Allen led Santanico with 16.20, the Kansas City defense added 16.00, Dameon Pierce scored 15.00, Alvin Kamara finished with 14.90, and Jalen Coker added 14.70. Blade got 26.65 from Bryce Young and 15.90 from Keon Coleman, but Brock Bowers scored only 11.00, Emanuel Wilson managed 5.20, Rashod Bateman gave him a zero, and the Colts defense scored just 2.00. Because this was a Blood War, there is no Feeding. Santanico gets the victory, the +$10 FAAB bonus, and bragging rights over the Turned Vampire.

But it was I Dio

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👑 State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 124.90

Final 127.50

Proj 150.05

Final 135.10

Preview

Dio Wins Thursday. State of Decay Still Leads.

But it was I Dio needed help against a strong State of Decay lineup and got some Thursday. RJ Harvey scored 14.60, beating his projection by 4.61 and lifting Dio's expected total to 130.01. State of Decay still leads the forecast at 147.43, but the margin has narrowed to 17.41. Dio still has Jayden Daniels, James Cook, Kyren Williams, Garrett Wilson, Trey McBride, Kyle Pitts, and Wan'Dale Robinson. State counters with Jordan Love, Chuba Hubbard, Christian McCaffrey, Christian Watson, Parker Washington, Travis Kelce, Josh Downs, and Saquon Barkley. Barkley and Downs are questionable. Dio put up 151.45 last week and lost. He may need something close to that again.

Recap

State of Decay Survives Dio's Push

Dio made this much closer than the projection suggested, but State of Decay held on 135.10–127.50. Christian McCaffrey led State with 29.70, Jordan Love scored 26.00, Chuba Hubbard added 19.10, and Colston Loveland delivered 18.50. Dio countered with 28.00 from Jayden Daniels, 24.30 from James Cook, and a huge 23.00 from Kyle Pitts. But Kyren Williams, Garrett Wilson, and Wan'Dale Robinson all finished well below projection. State missed its own projection by nearly 15 points and still escaped. Taren moves to 4-2 while Dio falls to 2-4 despite scoring 838.50 points through six weeks.

👑 Edgar Frog

CactusHat

Dmangina

Proj 118.46

Final 118.75

Proj 97.49

Final 100.45

Preview

Edgar Gets the Thursday Edge in the Battle of Desperation

Dmangina is still searching for the first win of the season, and Thursday made that search harder. Jaxon Smith-Njigba scored an excellent 25.40 for Dmangina, but Jaylen Waddle managed only 6.40. Edgar Frog got 14.00 from the Denver defense, beating its projection by 7.47. The result is a 123.49–103.19 expected advantage for Edgar. Dmangina still has Caleb Williams, Quinshon Judkins, Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze, Jake Ferguson, and Brenton Strange, but David Montgomery is doubtful and the Minnesota defense has a zero projection. Edgar counters with Tyler Shough, Rhamondre Stevenson, Chris Olave, George Kittle, Blake Corum, Quentin Johnston, and Kenny Gainwell. Edgar became the Elder Vampire's first meal last week. Dmangina is trying desperately not to become 0-6. Somebody here badly needs Sunday.

Recap

Edgar Gets Back to .500. Dmangina Gets to 0-6.

Edgar Frog handled the desperation game 118.75–100.45 and climbed back to 3-3. Drake Maye led Edgar with 32.15, George Kittle added 17.90, Blake Corum scored 14.00, and the Denver defense contributed another 14.00. Dmangina got 28.50 from Malik Nabers, 25.40 from Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and 20.55 from Caleb Williams, but the running back situation was disastrous. Quinshon Judkins and David Montgomery both scored zero, and the Minnesota defense added another zero. Dmangina actually beat projection slightly and still lost by 18.30. Six weeks in, the record is now an increasingly unbelievable 0-6.

Abraham Lincoln

dchans

👑 Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 101.64

Final 82.20

Proj 144.76

Final 146.70

Preview

Lincoln Gets 20.50 Thursday. Richter Still Isn't Impressed.

Abraham Lincoln needed a strong Thursday to put pressure on Richter Belmont. Instead, the night was mixed. J.K. Dobbins scored 13.60, beating his projection, but Courtland Sutton managed only 3.90 and the Seattle defense scored 3.00. Lincoln leaves Thursday with 20.50 points and a 110.45 expected total. Richter hasn't played anyone yet and remains projected for 135.73, a 25.29-point advantage. Richter still has Trevor Lawrence, D'Andre Swift, Javonte Williams, Michael Wilson, Tyler Warren, Mike Evans, CeeDee Lamb, and the Jacksonville defense. Lincoln counters with Brock Purdy, Jonathan Taylor, Omarion Hampton, Rashee Rice, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Richter lost for the first time last week. Friday's projection says revenge remains very much on schedule.

Recap

Richter Responds With a 64-Point Demolition

Richter Belmont's first loss apparently made him angry. One week after Father Callahan ended the perfect season, Richter destroyed Abraham Lincoln 146.70–82.20. Trevor Lawrence erupted for 39.40, D'Andre Swift scored 23.00, DeVonta Smith added 20.50, Carnell Tate scored 19.00, and CeeDee Lamb finished with 16.00. Lincoln's top scorer was Brock Purdy at 22.00, with Jonathan Taylor adding 20.10 and J.K. Dobbins 13.60. Almost everything else disappeared. Richter wins by 64.50, improves to 5-1, and keeps himself right beside Lucian at the top of the standings.

Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

👑 Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

Proj 148.25

Final 112.75

Proj 152.41

Final 120.80

Preview

Father Callahan Is Actually Favored Over 5-0 Lucian

This is now the marquee matchup of Week 6. Lucian remains the league's only undefeated team at 5-0, but Father Callahan enters Friday as a 145.43–143.96 favorite. Neither side had anyone play Thursday. Lucian still has Josh Allen, Bucky Irving, Derrick Henry, Tetairoa McMillan, Matthew Golden, DK Metcalf, Terry McLaurin, Woody Marks, and Harold Fannin. Callahan answers with Matthew Stafford, Kenneth Walker, Puka Nacua, Nico Collins, Tucker Kraft, Stefon Diggs, Ladd McConkey, Mark Andrews, and Rachaad White. Diggs and McConkey are questionable, but Callahan's repaired lineup looks completely different from Tuesday's version. Last week Father Callahan ended Richter's perfect season. This week he gets a chance to end the only perfect season left.

Recap

Father Callahan Kills Another Perfect Season

Last week Father Callahan handed Richter Belmont his first loss. This week he did it again to Lucian. Callahan beat the league's last undefeated team 120.80–112.75, ending Lucian's perfect season at 5-0. Kenneth Walker led Callahan with 27.90, Matthew Stafford scored 22.10, Stefon Diggs added 16.40, and Rachaad White finished with 15.70. Lucian got 24.85 from Josh Allen, 22.40 from Matthew Golden, and 20.30 from DK Metcalf, but Derrick Henry scored only 4.00, Harold Fannin managed 1.90, and several other starters missed badly. Neither team came close to projection, but Callahan found enough. Two weeks. Two previously undefeated teams. Father Callahan is becoming a problem.

Vampire Oddness

Week 5

6 Matchups▾

👑 Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 112.71

Final 138.55

Proj 164.18

Final 119.85

Preview

Richter's Perfect Season Took a Hit. It Still Has Plenty of Cushion.

Richter Belmont entered Week 5 undefeated at 4-0, leading the league with 672.25 points and looking almost untouchable on paper. Thursday night finally drew some blood. Dak Prescott managed 19.80, Javonte Williams scored 14.20, and CeeDee Lamb delivered a miserable 2.90, leaving Richter with 36.90 points already scored and dropping his updated expected total to 133.71. Father Callahan sits at 109.51, so Richter still holds a healthy 24.20-point advantage. Callahan has Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, Nico Collins, Jameson Williams, and Tucker Kraft waiting to play, but one starting slot is empty and Stefon Diggs currently carries a zero projection. Richter counters with Chase Brown, Tyler Warren, Michael Wilson, Mike Evans, and D'Andre Swift, with several injury tags still hanging around. Thursday proved the league's highest-scoring Slayer can bleed. It just didn't come close to killing him.

Recap

Father Callahan Finally Finds Richter's Weakness

Richter Belmont entered Week 5 undefeated, heavily favored, and looking almost impossible to kill. Father Callahan apparently brought the right equipment. Callahan stunned Richter 138.55–119.85, handing the league's highest-scoring Slayer his first loss of the season. Matthew Stafford exploded for 37.15, Puka Nacua added 37.70, and the Houston defense contributed 16.00. Richter got 26.30 from Mike Evans and 21.40 from Tyler Warren, but CeeDee Lamb scored only 2.90, Chase Brown managed 6.00, and Romeo Doubs added just 2.60. Richter finished 44.33 points below projection. The perfect season is over, and Father Callahan gets the credit for finding the first crack in the armor.

👑 Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

But it was I Dio

seahawks12420

Proj 150.85

Final 171.45

Proj 143.65

Final 151.45

Preview

Pickens Flips the Matchup in Solomon's Favor

Solomon Kane started the season 2-0 before dropping two straight, while But it was I Dio followed the exact opposite path, recovering from 0-2 to reach .500. Before Thursday, Dio held the projected edge. George Pickens changed that in a hurry. Pickens erupted for 28.00 points against a 13.80 projection, pushing Solomon's updated expected total to 151.27 and flipping the matchup in his favor over Dio's 143.07. Solomon still has Justin Herbert, Bijan Robinson, Drake London, Davante Adams, Sam LaPorta, and Jaylen Warren waiting to play. Dio counters with Jayden Daniels, James Cook, Kyren Williams, Garrett Wilson, Trey McBride, and Justin Jefferson, who is questionable with an ankle injury. One Slayer is trying to stop a two-game losing streak. The other is trying to extend a two-game winning streak. Pickens just handed Solomon an 8.20-point head start.

Recap

Solomon Kane Wins the Week's Shootout

But it was I Dio scored 151.45 points and still lost by 20. Solomon Kane erupted for 171.45, the second-highest score of the week, behind 36.80 from Jaylen Warren, 28.00 from George Pickens, 22.10 from Davante Adams, and 19.80 from Sam LaPorta. Dio certainly didn't go quietly. Jayden Daniels scored 34.25, Garrett Wilson added 23.40, Trey McBride scored 21.60, and James Cook reached 20.80. Both teams beat their projections, but Solomon beat his by more than 20 points and moved to 3-2. Sometimes you lose because your lineup failed. Dio lost because the other guy scored 171.

Edgar Frog

CactusHat

👑 Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

Proj 111.13

Final 86.30

Proj 116.18

Final 102.10

Preview

The Elder Vampire Is One Good Sunday From His First Feeding

On Tuesday, Edgar Frog appeared to have one of the safest assignments in the league. Santanico Pandemonium was 0-4, still searching for the Elder Vampire's first Feeding, and struggling to field a competitive lineup. A few roster repairs later, the entire situation has changed. Santanico added Jacoby Brissett, T.J. Hockenson, Will Shipley, and other reinforcements and now carries an updated expected total of 106.73. Edgar sits at 108.16 after Kenny Gainwell scored just 5.80 Thursday, leaving only 1.43 points between them. Edgar still has Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, George Kittle, Tyler Shough, and Rhamondre Stevenson, but Quentin Johnston currently carries a zero projection and several players have injury tags. Santanico counters with Brissett, Braelon Allen, Hockenson, Alvin Kamara, and a rebuilt supporting cast. The Elder has not fed once this season. Edgar would very much prefer not to become the first meal.

Recap

The Elder Vampire Finally Feeds

Five weeks into the season, Santanico Pandemonium finally tasted blood. The Elder Vampire beat Edgar Frog 102.10–86.30 for his first victory and first Feeding of the season. Jacoby Brissett carried the rebuilt lineup with 35.20 points, while Braelon Allen added 17.60 and Denzel Boston scored 13.60. Edgar never found enough offense. Rhamondre Stevenson led the team with only 17.50, Tyler Shough managed 2.80, and several normally dependable starters came in well below projection. The final margin was 15.80 points. After the win, Santanico claimed Amon-Ra St. Brown from Edgar and sent Roman Wilson back in return. The Elder entered Week 5 starving. He leaves it with a win and one of Edgar's best players.

👑 Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

Grimmlaw

Proj 153.09

Final 184.70

Proj 122.47

Final 91.00

Preview

Bucky Irving Just Made Lucian Even More Terrifying

Lucian entered Week 5 at 4-0 with 662.35 season points and a lineup that already looked like something out of a Slayer's worst nightmare. Then Bucky Irving erupted for 31.50 on Thursday, beating his projection by 16.43 points. Lucian is now expected to score 168.62 against D's 119.54, a monstrous 49.08-point advantage. D did get 17.20 from Emeka Egbuka, but that barely made a dent. Lucian still has Josh Allen, Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, DK Metcalf, Aaron Jones, and Matthew Golden waiting to play. D counters with Jalen Hurts, Ashton Jeanty, Zay Flowers, Dalton Kincaid, and Bhayshul Tuten, but one starting slot remains empty and multiple starters are questionable. D already lost Ja'Marr Chase to Blade's Feeding last week. Now another undefeated Slayer is threatening to make the season considerably more unpleasant.

Recap

Lucian Doesn't Win. Lucian Annihilates.

Lucian is now the league's only undefeated team, and Week 5 was less a victory than a demonstration. The 5-0 Slayer destroyed D 184.70–91.00, a staggering 93.70-point margin. Jahmyr Gibbs scored 37.70, Josh Allen added 35.60, Bucky Irving delivered 31.50, Derrick Henry scored 21.00, and Matthew Golden added 20.30. D's highest scorer was Emeka Egbuka at just 17.20. Lucian beat his projection by 31.61 points while D missed his by 31.47. With Richter losing elsewhere, Lucian now stands alone at 5-0. Everyone else is officially chasing him.

Dmangina

👑 State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 109.65

Final 99.50

Proj 133.42

Final 124.15

Preview

Dmangina's Search for a Win Gets Another Complication

Dmangina is 0-4 despite scoring 520.55 points, more than several teams with winning records. Apparently the fantasy gods have decided that still isn't enough suffering. Jake Ferguson managed only 4.90 points Thursday, while Caleb Williams remains OUT and currently occupies a zero-projection quarterback spot. Dmangina's updated expected total is down to 104.90. State of Decay didn't exactly dominate Thursday either, getting just 1.00 point from the Dallas defense, but still holds a 121.15–104.90 projected advantage. State has Christian McCaffrey, Bo Nix, Christian Watson, Tee Higgins, Parker Washington, and Josh Downs waiting to play. Dmangina counters with Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Quinshon Judkins, David Montgomery, Jaylen Waddle, Rome Odunze, and Malik Nabers. There is enough talent here to win a football game. Finding an available quarterback would be an excellent start.

Recap

Dmangina Is Somehow Still Winless

Dmangina's miserable start reached 0-5 after State of Decay won 124.15–99.50. The frustrating part is that Dmangina again had legitimate production: Malik Nabers scored 29.10, Jaxon Smith-Njigba added 22.80, and Brenton Strange put up 13.80. But Caleb Williams produced a zero, David Montgomery scored only 1.10, and several other starters came in well below projection. State of Decay wasn't spectacular everywhere either, but Parker Washington exploded for 30.40 and Christian Watson added 32.30. Taren moves to 3-2. Dmangina has scored 620.05 points through five weeks and still has absolutely nothing in the win column.

Abraham Lincoln

dchans

👑 Blade

RCff

Proj 109.30

Final 117.40

Proj 119.63

Final 127.65

Preview

Blade's First Feeding Has Made Him a Favorite

Blade finally tasted blood in Week 4, defeating D and claiming Ja'Marr Chase in the league's first Feeding of the season. Now the Turned Vampire enters Week 5 at 2-2 with a chance to make it two consecutive meals. The latest projections favor Blade 120.89–117.05 over 3-1 Abraham Lincoln, a razor-thin 3.83-point advantage. Blade has rebuilt the lineup around Kirk Cousins, Ja'Marr Chase, Ollie Gordon, Malik Washington, Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, and Tyler Higbee. Chase remains questionable with a concussion, however, and his availability could determine whether the hunt succeeds. Lincoln counters with Joe Burrow, Jonathan Taylor, Courtland Sutton, J.K. Dobbins, Brock Bowers, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt, with several players carrying injury tags. Lincoln has survived three of four matchups this season. Blade only needs one victory to turn another Slayer's roster into a blood donation.

Recap

Blade Makes It Two Straight

Blade's first Feeding wasn't a one-week fluke. The Turned Vampire beat Abraham Lincoln 126.65–117.40 to improve to 3-2 and pick up a second consecutive victory. Ja'Marr Chase led Blade with 19.70, while Darius Cooper scored 15.10, Ollie Gordon added 14.80, and Tyler Higbee chipped in 13.30. Lincoln got 34.50 from Joe Burrow and 22.00 from Brock Bowers, but Jonathan Taylor and several supporting pieces fell short. Both teams actually exceeded their projections, but Blade had the deeper lineup. Another Slayer goes down, and the Turned Vampire is starting to look considerably less harmless than he did in September.

Vampire Oddness

Week 4

6 Matchups▾

👑 But it was I Dio

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Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

Proj 135.74

Final 142.30

Proj 82.45

Final 88.50

Preview

The Elder Finally Draws First Blood

Santanico Pandemonium is still starving, but at least the Elder Vampire finally has something on the board. Denzel Boston scored 12.90 Thursday, beating his projection by 2.33 and nudging Santanico's updated expectation to 113.30. But it was I Dio hasn't had anyone play yet and remains favored at 131.83, leaving the Elder with an 18.53-point hill to climb. Santanico is still 0-3 and desperately searching for the season's first Feeding. Thursday provided a little blood. Now the Elder needs a whole lot more of it.

Recap

The Elder Goes Hungry Again

Santanico Pandemonium finally drew first blood Thursday, but the meal never arrived. But it was I Dio rolled to a 142.30–88.50 victory behind a massive 36.70 from Kyren Williams, plus 20.00 from Sam Darnold and 18.30 from RJ Harvey. Alvin Kamara gave Santanico 22.80 and Denzel Boston added 12.90, but the Elder Vampire never seriously threatened the Slayer. Dio improves to 2-2. The defending champion falls to 0-4, and four weeks into the season the Elder is still searching for its first Feeding.

Edgar Frog

CactusHat

👑 Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

Proj 120.69

Final 122.60

Proj 134.28

Final 168.65

Preview

Edgar Has a Little Breathing Room Against Callahan

Tuesday had this matchup looking like a near coin flip, but Friday gives Edgar Frog a little more room. Neither Slayer had anyone play Thursday, and Edgar now carries a 119.56–111.35 advantage over Father Callahan. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, George Kittle, and Tyler Shough lead Edgar's hunt, while Callahan counters with Matthew Stafford, Kenneth Walker, Stefon Diggs, and Ladd McConkey. McConkey and Jadarian Price carry questionable tags, but both lineups are in much better shape than they were Tuesday. Edgar is favored by 8.21, but neither Slayer should feel particularly safe.

Recap

Father Callahan Brought Every Weapon

Edgar Frog didn't even have a particularly bad week. He scored 122.60, slightly beating projection. Father Callahan simply showed up with an arsenal. Kenneth Walker scored 30.90, Nico Collins added 30.80, Puka Nacua delivered 27.70, and six Callahan starters reached double figures in a 168.65–122.60 demolition. Callahan beat projection by 34.37 points and moves to 2-2. Edgar also falls to 2-2 after discovering that sometimes the monster isn't a Vampire. Sometimes it's just the other Slayer's lineup.

Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

👑 Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 157.44

Final 149.30

Proj 153.29

Final 174.55

Preview

Solomon Draws First Blood Against the Unbeaten Richter

The week's heavyweight Slayer fight is underway. Solomon Kane got 15.60 from Jaylen Warren Thursday, while Richter Belmont answered with 9.00 from the Cleveland defense. Neither performance dramatically changed the matchup, but Solomon still holds the advantage at 152.05–138.99. Richter is 3-0 with 497.70 season points, while Solomon is 2-1 with 461.95, making this a collision between two of the league's strongest rosters. Lamar Jackson is questionable for Solomon and DeVonta Smith currently carries a zero projection for Richter. No Vampire Feeding is at stake here. Just two Slayers trying to leave the other one bleeding.

Recap

Richter Refuses to Die

Solomon Kane entered as the projected favorite and scored a perfectly respectable 149.30. Richter Belmont responded with 174.55 and remained undefeated. CeeDee Lamb erupted for 41.30, Javonte Williams added 31.30, and Chase Brown chipped in 19.10 as Richter beat projection by 21.26 points. Solomon got 27.70 from Bijan Robinson and 22.40 from Sam LaPorta, but it wasn't enough. Richter moves to 4-0 with 672.25 points, the best record and highest point total in the league. Apparently this Belmont has no intention of letting the monsters have all the fun.

👑 Abraham Lincoln

dchans

State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 136.62

Final 106.80

Proj 139.19

Final 106.10

Preview

State of Decay Still Has Lincoln in Its Sights

Thursday came and went without either Slayer sending anyone into battle, so the matchup remains almost exactly where Tuesday left it. State of Decay is projected ahead 151.59–131.91, a 19.68-point advantage behind Christian McCaffrey, Saquon Barkley, Tee Higgins, Travis Kelce, and Christian Watson. Abraham Lincoln counters with Jonathan Taylor, Brock Purdy, Rashee Rice, and Brock Bowers, although DJ Moore is questionable. Both teams enter 2-1, so this isn't just another hunt — somebody is leaving Week 4 with a very useful early-season win.

Recap

Lincoln Survives by Seven-Tenths of a Point

This was not pretty. It was, however, incredibly close. Abraham Lincoln escaped State of Decay 106.80–106.10, winning by just 0.70 despite finishing nearly 30 points below projection. State of Decay somehow did even worse, missing its projection by 33.09. Brock Purdy's 25.80, Jonathan Taylor's 22.70, and Brock Bowers' 20.60 were just enough to survive Tee Higgins' 26.70 and Chuba Hubbard's 25.90. Lincoln moves to 3-1. State of Decay falls to 2-2 and gets to spend the week thinking about every single tenth of a point.

Grimmlaw

👑 Blade

RCff

Proj 124.08

Final 109.55

Proj 110.01

Final 126.65

Preview

Blade May Need a Miracle to Feed This Week

The Turned Vampire's nightmare has somehow gotten worse. D opened Thursday with 8.00 points from the Steelers defense and now carries a massive 143.01–88.32 expected advantage. Blade's current exported lineup still contains two empty starting spots, leaving the Vampire badly outgunned against Jalen Hurts, Ja'Marr Chase, Ashton Jeanty, Zay Flowers, and the rest of D's lineup. Blade has been busy working the waiver wire, but the blood bank remains dangerously low. A Feeding here would completely change the Turned Vampire's season. At the moment, simply staying within biting distance would be an accomplishment.

Recap

BLADE FEEDS

It finally happened. The Turned Vampire has claimed its first victim. Blade entered as the underdog and beat D 126.65–109.55, outperforming projection by 16.64 points to secure the first Feeding of the season. Bryce Young led the attack with 28.75, Emanuel Wilson erupted for 26.00, and Ollie Gordon added 18.00. D got 25.80 from Zay Flowers, but too many other starters came up short. The reward is exactly what a Vampire has been waiting for: Ja'Marr Chase has been taken from D and added to Blade. Blade is suddenly 2-2, has tasted blood, and just added one of the biggest weapons in the league. The hunt has officially changed.

👑 Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

Dmangina

Proj 161.95

Final 161.25

Proj 111.31

Final 120.20

Preview

Dmangina Hit First. Lucian Barely Noticed.

Dmangina finally got something to celebrate Thursday when Quinshon Judkins exploded for 21.60 points, beating his projection by 10.95. Lucian answered with 11.70 from Harold Fannin, almost exactly on projection. The big night from Judkins cut Lucian's expected advantage from 45.65 points to 34.76, but the undefeated Slayer still leads 156.53–121.77. Worse for Dmangina, Caleb Williams is doubtful and currently carries a zero projection at quarterback. Dmangina drew first blood. Unfortunately, Lucian still looks very hungry.

Recap

Lucian Rolls to 4-0

Dmangina got 21.60 from Quinshon Judkins on Thursday and eventually finished above projection. Lucian did not care. Tetairoa McMillan detonated for 44.20 points, Josh Allen added 23.05, and Lucian cruised to a 161.25–120.20 victory. Dmangina actually got six double-digit performances despite taking a zero at quarterback, but there was never enough firepower to keep pace. Lucian improves to 4-0 with 662.35 season points, just behind Richter Belmont atop the standings. Dmangina falls to a brutal 0-4 despite having scored 520.55 points — more than four teams currently sitting above him.

Vampire Oddness

Week 3

6 Matchups▾

Edgar Frog

CactusHat

👑 Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 130.73

Final 132.85

Proj 142.20

Final 159.80

Preview

Richter Still Has the Upper Hand

Edgar Frog and Richter Belmont are both 2-0, but Richter still carries the stronger projection at 143.16–126.95. Neither side had a Thursday starter, so the matchup has not moved yet. Edgar brings Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, Breece Hall, George Kittle, and Tyler Shough, while Richter counters with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, DeVonta Smith, Javonte Williams, and Chase Brown. Mike Evans remains questionable for Richter, but the 16.21-point advantage is still intact heading into the weekend.

Recap

Richter Wins the Battle of the Unbeatens

Two undefeated Slayers entered. Only Richter Belmont escaped without a loss. Edgar Frog actually beat his projection behind 33.35 from Tyler Shough and 26.20 from George Kittle, but Richter simply had too many answers. CeeDee Lamb scored 20.20, Juwan Johnson added 22.30, and the Jaguars defense chipped in 17.00 as Richter finished with 159.80. Edgar falls to 2-1 after a perfectly respectable 132.85, while Richter moves to 3-0 and keeps stalking the league without a scratch.

👑 Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

Blade

RCff

Proj 150.84

Final 184.30

Proj 103.96

Final 76.45

Preview

Blade's Feeding Chance Just Got Much Worse

Blade already entered Week 3 as a major underdog, and Thursday turned the first real Feeding opportunity into an even steeper climb. Bijan Robinson scored 35.30 and Drake London added 28.40 for Solomon Kane, pushing Solomon's updated expected total all the way to 179.45. Blade has not had a starter play yet and remains at 103.39. The gap has ballooned from 45.72 points to 76.06. The Turned Vampire finally got a win last week, but the first chance to feed now looks brutally difficult.

Recap

Solomon Kane Drives a Stake Through Blade

Blade's first real Feeding opportunity didn't just disappear — it was obliterated. Solomon Kane erupted for 184.30 points, with Bijan Robinson scoring 35.30, Drake London adding 28.40, and six different starters reaching at least 19 points. Blade managed only 76.45 and lost by a horrifying 107.85. The Turned Vampire falls to 1-2, and instead of feeding on a Slayer, Blade spent Week 3 getting dragged into the sunlight.

Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

👑 But it was I Dio

seahawks12420

Proj 123.79

Final 111.40

Proj 142.04

Final 158.85

Preview

Dio Still Has the Edge, but Thursday Hurt

But it was I Dio remains favored, but the margin tightened after Thursday. Kyle Pitts managed only 1.50 points, nearly eight below projection, dropping Dio's updated expected total to 133.80. Father Callahan got 6.60 from Tucker Kraft and now sits at 121.60. That trims Dio's advantage from 15.37 points to 12.21. Dio is still 0-2 and badly needs a win, while Sam Darnold's questionable lower-body tag adds another late-week concern.

Recap

Dio Finally Breaks Through

But it was I Dio is finally in the win column, and Sam Darnold made sure there wasn't much suspense about it. Darnold exploded for 41.45 points, Garrett Wilson added 26.70, and Kyren Williams scored 21.80 as Dio rolled past Father Callahan 158.85–111.40. Matthew Stafford and Kenneth Walker gave Father Callahan a strong start, but too much of the lineup faded behind them. Dio improves to 1-2, while Father Callahan drops to the same record after a 47.45-point beating.

Grimmlaw

👑 State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 134.43

Final 145.35

Proj 148.20

Final 155.40

Preview

State of Decay Pulls Away

State of Decay was already favored, and Thursday widened the gap considerably. Jordan Love scored 25.60 and Christian Watson added 22.60, giving State of Decay 48.20 points before the weekend and lifting the updated expected total to 158.93. D has not had a starter play yet and remains at 136.16. What began as an 11.79-point projection edge is now 22.77, giving State of Decay one of the strongest positions on the Week 3 board.

Recap

D Made It Close, but the Decay Continues

D put together one of the better losing performances of Week 3, but State of Decay had already done too much damage. Ja'Marr Chase, Jeremiyah Love, and Luther Burden helped D reach 145.35, but State of Decay answered with 155.40 behind Jordan Love, Christian Watson, Tee Higgins, and Christian McCaffrey. The 10.05-point win moves State of Decay to 2-1, while D falls to 1-2 despite scoring 435.40 points through three weeks.

👑 Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

Proj 149.27

Final 178.30

Proj 100.31

Final 52.20

Preview

The Elder Is Getting Buried

Lucian already entered Week 3 as a massive favorite, and Thursday made the mismatch even more lopsided. Matthew Golden scored 21.00, nearly 10 above projection, pushing Lucian's updated expected total to 160.01. Santanico Pandemonium went the other direction, with the Green Bay defense scoring -2.00 and dropping the Elder Vampire's updated expected total to just 74.53. The gap now sits at 85.47 points. Santanico is still searching for the season's first Feeding opportunity, but this matchup is moving in exactly the wrong direction.

Recap

Lucian Buries the Elder 126 Points Deep

The Friday headline said the Elder was getting buried. That turned out to be an understatement. Lucian massacred Santanico Pandemonium 178.30–52.20, a staggering 126.10-point margin. Jahmyr Gibbs erupted for 41.40, Harold Fannin scored 24.10, and Matthew Golden and Derrick Henry both topped 20. Santanico's highest scorer was Mack Hollins with 14.70, while the Packers defense contributed a fitting -2.00. Lucian moves to 3-0. The defending champion and Elder Vampire falls to 0-3, remains unfed, and may need someone to check whether the coffin is still breathing.

👑 Abraham Lincoln

dchans

Dmangina

Proj 136.98

Final 136.45

Proj 118.16

Final 100.60

Preview

Lincoln Still Has a Clear Path

Nothing on Thursday changed this matchup, leaving Abraham Lincoln projected ahead 136.89–117.30. Lincoln brings Brock Purdy, Jonathan Taylor, Omarion Hampton, Rashee Rice, and Brock Bowers, while Dmangina counters with De'Von Achane, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Malik Nabers, and Jaylen Waddle. DJ Moore and Brock Bowers are questionable for Lincoln, while Nabers carries a shoulder tag for Dmangina. Dmangina remains 0-2 and also still shows an empty starter slot, helping preserve Lincoln's 19.59-point edge.

Recap

Lincoln Follows the Path to 2-1

The path was clear, and Abraham Lincoln walked straight down it. Brock Purdy exploded for 42.25 and Brock Bowers added 27.60 as Lincoln beat Dmangina 136.45–100.60. Dmangina got another monster 35.50 from Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but an empty QB slot and several disappointing performances were too much to overcome. Lincoln improves to 2-1, while Dmangina falls to a deeply frustrating 0-3 despite having scored 400.35 points this season.

Vampire Oddness

Week 2

6 Matchups▾

Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

👑 Blade

RCff

Proj 103.36

Final 81.85

Proj 90.73

Final 86.45

Preview

The First Blood War Is Tilting Toward the Elder

Both Vampires are still 0-1, but Santanico has stretched the projected edge to 103.05–90.97 heading into the first Blood War. The Elder Vampire has rebuilt aggressively around Malik Willis, T.J. Hockenson, Jalen Coker, and a new San Francisco defense, while Blade has continued churning the roster with Bryce Young, Demarcus Robinson, Mike Gesicki, and others. Blade is still searching for a stable core, and Santanico now carries a 12.08-point advantage. Editor's note: the original preview incorrectly said the Blood War winner would get a feeding opportunity. Blood Wars do not allow feeding; the winner receives the extra Blood War FAAB bonus only.

Recap

Blade Wins the First Blood War

Blade picked up the first Vampire win of the season, edging Santanico Pandemonium 86.45–81.85 in a low-scoring Blood War. Bryce Young helped lead the Turned Vampire past the Elder, while Santanico's rebuilt lineup could not find enough production around Malik Willis. Blade moves to 1-1 and earns the Blood War FAAB bonus, while Santanico falls to 0-2. No feeding comes from a Blood War, but Blade finally has a win — and a little more money to keep rebuilding.

👑 Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

Proj 141.50

Final 151.85

Proj 125.86

Final 123.05

Preview

Solomon's Edge Has Grown

Solomon Kane now carries a 143.84–136.36 projection over Father Callahan, widening what had been a tighter matchup earlier in the week. Lamar Jackson, Bijan Robinson, George Pickens, and Davante Adams give Solomon one of the strongest top-end groups in the league. Father Callahan still has Puka Nacua, Kenneth Walker, Matthew Stafford, and Ladd McConkey, but Ladd is carrying a questionable chest tag. Solomon enters 0-1, but the projection gives him a solid chance to even the record.

Recap

Solomon Kane Evens the Record

Solomon Kane bounced back from his Week 1 loss with a 151.85–123.05 win over Father Callahan. Lamar Jackson and Bijan Robinson powered the top of the lineup, with George Pickens helping turn a projected Solomon advantage into a comfortable victory. Father Callahan got enough production to stay respectable, but never found the firepower needed to keep pace. Both teams leave Week 2 at 1-1.

👑 Edgar Frog

CactusHat

But it was I Dio

seahawks12420

Proj 132.37

Final 127.30

Proj 141.90

Final 117.20

Preview

Dio Still Holds the Upper Hand

Edgar Frog has improved from the earlier projection, but But it was I Dio still leads 142.29–132.19. Dio brings Jayden Daniels, James Cook, Kyren Williams, Justin Jefferson, Garrett Wilson, and Trey McBride into one of the deepest lineups on the board. Edgar counters with Drake Maye, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, Breece Hall, and Rhamondre Stevenson, but George Kittle is now questionable with an Achilles issue. Edgar is 1-0, but Dio still looks like the favorite to get off the mat this week.

Recap

Edgar Frog Stays Perfect

Edgar Frog ignored the projection and improved to 2-0 with a 127.30–117.20 win over But it was I Dio. Edgar's balanced lineup did enough behind Drake Maye, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, and the rest of the Slayer core to overcome Dio's talented roster. Dio falls to 0-2 despite scoring 258.40 points through two weeks, while Edgar remains unbeaten.

Dmangina

👑 Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 141.66

Final 148.10

Proj 143.71

Final 171.05

Preview

Still One of the Week's Best Matchups

Richter Belmont remains narrowly favored over Dmangina, 142.98–138.72, keeping this matchup inside five projected points. Dmangina has De'Von Achane, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Malik Nabers, and David Montgomery, while Richter answers with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Javonte Williams, and DeVonta Smith. D'Andre Swift is now questionable with a knee issue and Juwan Johnson is dealing with an illness, adding a little uncertainty to Richter's lineup. This one still looks like it could swing either way.

Recap

Richter Wins the Shootout

Richter Belmont stayed perfect with a 171.05–148.10 win over Dmangina in another huge-scoring matchup. Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb powered Richter's lineup, while Dmangina once again scored enough to beat most of the league and still came away empty-handed. Richter moves to 2-0 with a league-leading 337.90 points. Dmangina somehow sits 0-2 despite scoring 299.75.

👑 Abraham Lincoln

dchans

Grimmlaw

Proj 137.31

Final 121.85

Proj 127.45

Final 109.10

Preview

Lincoln Has Closed the Gap Completely

This matchup has flipped into a near coin toss, with Abraham Lincoln now projected ahead 135.66–134.11. D entered Week 2 after dropping 180.95 in the opener, but Lincoln has quietly built one of the stronger projected lineups this week behind Brock Purdy, Jonathan Taylor, Omarion Hampton, and Rashee Rice. D still has Jalen Hurts, Ja'Marr Chase, Ashton Jeanty, and plenty of upside, but Zay Flowers is now questionable. The gap is just 1.55 points.

Recap

Lincoln Knocks D Back to Earth

One week after D dropped 180.95, Abraham Lincoln brought the league's hottest team crashing back down with a 121.85–109.10 win. Brock Purdy and Jonathan Taylor helped Lincoln capitalize on a much quieter performance from D's lineup. D falls to 1-1 despite still sitting near the top of the league in total points, while Lincoln rebounds from the Week 1 blowout and gets back to .500.

👑 Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 156.85

Final 160.60

Proj 147.48

Final 133.05

Preview

Lucian Still Sets the Pace

Lucian remains the highest-projected team of the week at 154.64 and carries a 9.54-point edge over State of Decay at 145.10. Josh Allen, Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, Bucky Irving, and Tetairoa McMillan give Lucian a loaded starting group after a 162.20-point Week 1. State of Decay is hardly outmatched, though, with Christian McCaffrey, Saquon Barkley, Jordan Love, Christian Watson, and Travis Kelce. Both teams are 1-0, and this still looks like one of the strongest matchups on the schedule.

Recap

Lucian Keeps Rolling

Lucian followed a 162.20-point opener with another monster performance, beating State of Decay 160.60–133.05 to move to 2-0. Josh Allen again powered the lineup, with Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry, and the rest of Lucian's loaded roster providing plenty of support. State of Decay put up a respectable score but could not match the firepower. Lucian now has 322.80 points through two weeks.

Vampire Oddness

Week 1

6 Matchups▾

But it was I Dio

seahawks12420

👑 Richter Belmont

oddthomas

Proj 137.72

Final 141.20

Proj 148.76

Final 166.85

Preview

Richter Starts to Pull Away

But it was I Dio and Richter Belmont opened as a fairly close Slayer matchup, but Thursday nudged the advantage further toward Richter. Kyren Williams gave Dio a solid 15.50, while Mike Evans answered with 16.90 for Richter. The updated expected totals now sit at 153.38 for Richter Belmont and 137.10 for Dio, widening the gap to more than 16 points. No Vampire is involved here, so this is still just a normal fight for a Week 1 win — even if Richter has started to make it look a little less normal.

Recap

Richter Opens With a Statement

Richter Belmont backed up the projection and then some, beating But it was I Dio 166.85–141.20. D'Andre Swift erupted for 32.40 points, while Javonte Williams added 24.20 and Jacksonville's defense chipped in 15.00. Dio actually beat projection behind huge games from Justin Jefferson and Trey McBride, but Richter simply had too much firepower. Nightfall Covenant gets its first big Week 1 statement.

👑 Edgar Frog

CactusHat

Solomon Kane

BigDaddyB65

Proj 147.62

Final 131.10

Proj 144.56

Final 125.80

Preview

Edgar Frog Takes an Early Hit

This one looked almost even before Thursday, but the first wave of games hit Edgar Frog hard. Drake Maye, Rhamondre Stevenson, A.J. Brown, George Kittle, and Jadarian Price combined for 47.70 points, but several of them fell short of projection and A.J. Brown is now listed OUT with an ankle injury. Edgar's updated expected total has dropped to 117.50, while Solomon Kane sits at 137.43 after getting 11.60 from Davante Adams and the Patriots defense. What started as Edgar Frog by 2.57 has flipped all the way to Solomon Kane by nearly 20.

Recap

Edgar Frog Survives the Hunt

Edgar Frog escaped Solomon Kane 131.10–125.80 in one of the closest Vampire matchups of the week. Amon-Ra St. Brown led Edgar with 28.70 points and Chris Olave added 28.20, helping cover several disappointing performances elsewhere in the lineup. Solomon got 29.30 from Bijan Robinson and 29.20 from Lamar Jackson, but the rest of the roster could not quite close the 5.30-point gap.

👑 Father Callahan

S3ahawk36

Blade

RCff

Proj 145.45

Final 129.65

Proj 98.58

Final 68.60

Preview

Blade Is Suddenly Within Striking Distance

Father Callahan still holds the advantage over the Turned Vampire, but Thursday made this matchup far more interesting than the original projections suggested. Matthew Stafford managed only 6.65 and Puka Nacua added 12.40, dragging Father Callahan's updated expected total down from 144.15 to 117.78. Blade has not had a starter score yet and remains at 96.89, cutting what was once a massive 47.26-point gap to just 20.90. Blade is still the underdog, but the door to a Week 1 feeding is no longer completely shut.

Recap

Blade Gets Drained Dry

The Turned Vampire's first week was brutal. Father Callahan crushed Blade 129.65–68.60, the largest margin of the week at 61.05 points. Kenneth Walker carried Callahan with 34.10 points, while Nico Collins and Ladd McConkey also delivered. Blade got 19.90 from Devaughn Vele, but too many lineup spots vanished completely. The Turned Vampire starts the season starving.

Dmangina

👑 D

Grimmlaw

Proj 140.34

Final 151.65

Proj 144.63

Final 180.95

Preview

Crimson Court Comes Down to Almost Nothing

Dmangina got a huge Thursday boost from Jaxon Smith-Njigba, whose 26.20 points beat projection and pushed Dmangina's updated expected total to 147.23. D has not had a starter score yet and still sits at 148.68, turning this matchup into a virtual coin flip with only 1.45 points separating them. Injury tags add another wrinkle, with Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze questionable for Dmangina, while Jeremiyah Love and Zay Flowers carry questionable tags for D. This one could swing on almost anything.

Recap

D Drops 180 on the Court

Dmangina scored 151.65 points and still lost by nearly 30. D exploded for a league-best 180.95 behind Jalen Hurts, Ashton Jeanty, Dallas Goedert, Zay Flowers, and a 20-point Pittsburgh defense. Dmangina got a monster 43.95 from Caleb Williams and 28.90 from David Montgomery, but even that was nowhere near enough. Sometimes there is simply nothing you can do when your opponent drops 180.

Santanico Pandemonium

maguijac

👑 State of Decay

TarenCapel

Proj 90.00

Final 77.20

Proj 143.06

Final 123.85

Preview

The Elder Is Still Starving

Santanico Pandemonium has not found the miracle yet. George Holani produced only 2.90 points, leaving the Elder Vampire at an updated expected total of 86.94. State of Decay got 13.80 from Christian McCaffrey and still sits at 136.92, keeping the gap just under 50 points. The feeding threat is technically alive because that is how Vampire League works, but State of Decay remains in control and Santanico still needs something truly ridiculous to turn this hunt around.

Recap

The Elder Vampire Goes Hungry

Santanico Pandemonium's first hunt ended badly, falling 123.85–77.20 to State of Decay. Jalen Coker somehow produced 33.80 points for the Elder Vampire, but Kyler Murray scored just 0.80 and much of the rest of the lineup never got moving. State of Decay did not even need a great overall night, leaning on 32.70 from Christian Watson and 23.70 from Chuba Hubbard. No feeding for the Elder, and the waiver wire immediately became very important.

👑 Lucian

ToastyGhosty23

Abraham Lincoln

dchans

Proj 141.74

Final 162.20

Proj 136.38

Final 110.00

Preview

Lucian vs. Lincoln Is Now Basically Exact

This matchup was already close, and Thursday somehow made it even tighter. Lucian got only 2.00 points from the Rams defense, while Abraham Lincoln picked up 3.30 from AJ Barner and a strong 13.00 from the Seahawks defense. The updated expected totals now sit at 135.34 for Lucian and 135.30 for Lincoln — a difference of just 0.04 points. No Vampire is involved, but this may now be the most dangerous matchup in the league for anyone with a functioning blood pressure.

Recap

Lucian Comes Out Swinging

Lucian opened the season with one of the strongest performances in the league, beating Abraham Lincoln 162.20–110.00. Josh Allen scored 42.00, Derrick Henry added 35.30, and Jahmyr Gibbs posted 32.60, giving Lucian three massive performances at the top of the lineup. Lincoln got solid games from Jonathan Taylor and DJ Moore, but too many other starters finished well below projection. Lucian starts 1-0 with a convincing 52.20-point win.