Commissioneer Sports 2010-2011 - Week #6 Summaries

by Sam Spiegelman

San Diego Redemption vs. Bafana Bafana Gold Rush

A disappointing four-point effort from Eli Manning versus the Lions was only topped off by the even more disappointing two-point afternoon for Philip Rivers facing off against the Rams. The quarterback battle was supposed to be the difference-maker between two evenly matched lineups. However, a dynamic effort on the part of Arian Foster and Jeremy Maclin proved to be the catalyst for Bafana Bafana, who was able to edge out a 40-33 fight Week 6. Despite Rivers’ big no-show, Foster and Maclin picked up the slack, combing for 19 points. On the other hand, San Diego Redemption’s top scorer, Andre the Giant, was only able to rack up six points despite a big afternoon himself. For SDR, it was a questionable decision to sit Greg Jennings in favor of Brandon Lloyd, especially considering the Packers’ aim to increase Jennings’ role in the offense, while Lloyd faced off against the Jets’ secondary. For BBGR, it was a bold move benching the Burner, but proved to be right decision when it was all said and done. Just be weary that eventually he’ll break loose for you, so don’t give up on him just yet. 

Jamarcus Russells Effort vs. Shawn Bennett

Talk about a day of redemption for Drew Brees; three touchdowns versus the Tampa Bay Bucs en route to eight points led the way for Shawn Bennett, who suffered his fourth loss on the season Sunday. But can you blame him? Solid efforts from Matt “I’m a Man, I’m” Forte, S-Jax and Braylon Edwards all contributed, but it was hardly enough when matching up with Chris Johnson, LaDainian Tomlinson and Megatron of Jamarcus Russells Effort. JRE was able to outduel Bennett to win his second straight game, climbing back from an 0-4 start to two games back in the AFC. With his array of talent, it’s difficult to count him out just yet. Getting Santonio Holmes and Marques Colston on track will really make the difference. As for Bennett, you can only hope the same for your future. Miles “Stone Cold Steve” Austin needs to get going, and you can only hope either Ochocinco or Steve Smith can emerge as another threat down the stretch. 

Wonka Factory Snozzberies vs. Pride Rock Baby Simbas

Four and five point efforts by the likes of Matty Ice and Austin Collie Collie Park paved the way for Wonka Factory Snozzberies to earn his third win on the season, moving to .500. On the bench, Dwayne Bowe scored a re-donk-ulous 10 points, while Matt Schaub compiled four points of his own. Inserting both of them into the starting lineup instead of Matt Ryan and Marcedes Lewis may be the right moves while your team searches for consistency. At 3-3, the level of your team’s play is perfectly represented. Can Maurice Jones-Drew get it going? Can Javhid Best get back on track? Can Randy be Randy with the Vikes?

Similar mistakes plagued Pride Rock Baby  Simbas this week – benching Aaron Rodgers in favor of Kyle Orton; using Tony Moeaki instead of King Felix Jones. Sometimes, you just need to have faith in your studs. I know A-Rod was questionable, but check the reports; he was cleared Thursday. And Jones has seen an expanding role in the ‘Boys’ offense; I didn’t see any news about Moeaki emerging as a Kansas City favorite. At .500, Simbas, you’re not out of it. The talent is there, but is the decision making? 

Temecula and the Calimen vs. Austin 3:16

Thirty-five to 24 – another Stone Cold stunner for Austin 3:16 (circa 1998 anyways). Led by the likes of Tony Romo, DeSean Jackson, All Day, D-Jax and another big week complementary of one Michael Crabtree, Austin 3:16 did lay the smack down on Temecula (promise, last WWF reference). Finally, an owner brave enough to admit Ryan Mathews is not who we thought he was (see: Denny Green) and Mike Sims-Walker is not worth our time in Jacksonville. All the right moves and it paid off with a fourth win on the season, sealing first place in the NFC for another week.

For Temecula, a second straight loss fortunately doesn’t impact your standing, as you’ve managed to hang onto the lead in the AFC. Peyton went back to being Peyton; Rashard Mendenhall stayed hot and there was a Dez Bryant sighting! And you cannot complain about four points out of Bo Scaife (wanted to give you props on that one). Given the bye week, it’s understandable to see you filling in holes with scrubs. With Fitz and the Cardinals’ running back tandem next week, I expect to see you get back on the winning path. Quick advice: you can live without B-Twice; look for a better option.