Post by Nevadanut on Mar 4, 2020 17:22:42 GMT -8
QUAD CITY STEAMWHEELERS at CEDAR RAPIDS RIVER KINGS
What: The 12th season of the IFL opens with a match up of new regional rivals.
When: Saturday, March 7 at 5 p.m. pacific (7 p.m. central).
Where: U.S. Cellular Center; Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Video Stream: IFL Youtube Channel.
2019 Head to Head: The teams met twice last season with the Steamwheelers winning 58-36 at Cedar Rapids, and winning 48-29 at Moline, Illinois.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Steamwheelers finished their inaugural IFL season at 6-8, just a game out of sixth place and the final playoff spot in 2019. Last season the River Kings, under new ownership and a new brand, finished 1-13 and out of the IFL playoffs.
QUAD CITY STEAMWHEELERS
Steamwheelers QB E.J. Hilliard.
(Photo by Jessica Gallagher/qctimesonline.com)
ROSTER
# - name (pos)
6 - Jacob Stytz (K)
9 - Demetrius Hill (DL) [FA - Quad City '18)
12 - E.J. Hillard Jr. (QB)
13 - Keyvan Rudd (WR)
19 - Quinton Pedroza (WR)
21 - Howard Stephens Jr. (LB)
22 - Antonio Marshall (DB)
23 - Malik Duncan (DB)
N/A - Marcus Bagley (RB)
N/A - Rashawn Dickerson (WR)
N/A - Witche Exilhomme (DL)
N/A - Ralph Green (DL)
N/A - Tre Harvey (WR)
N/A - Londell Lee (WR)
N/A - Caleb Lewis (QB)
N/A - Bradley "BJ" Mitchell (RB)
N/A - Speedy Noil (WR)
N/A - Ondre Pipkins (DL) [FA - Philadelphia Soul (AFL) '19]
N/A - Chris Robb (WR)
N/A - Zeccheus Roberson (WR)
N/A - Odell Spencer
N/A - JT Stokes (WR)
N/A - Trevonte Valentine (DL)
Coaching Staff
Cory Ross - Head Coach
Wes Baskovic - Assistant Coach
Larry Hendrix - Defensive Coordinator
Matt Moore - QB Coach & Equipment Manager
Justin Peters - Offensive Line Coach
Fritz Dieudonne - Defensive Line Coach
Chris McIntosh - Offensive Quality Control Coach
2019 SEASON TEAM STATISTICS
Yards per game: 265.4
Rush yards per game: 70.4
Pass yards per game: 194.9
Points per game: 50.6
Yards allowed per game: 230.0
Rush yards allowed per game: 67.4
Pass yards allowed per game: 162.6
Points allowed per game: 46.9
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. .
CEDAR RAPIDS RIVER KINGS
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River Kings DB Keith Trumps.
(Photo credit unavailable)
ROSTER
# - name (pos)
28 - Tristan Green (LB)
45 - Walter Walker Jr. (DL)
90 - Samuel Mabany (DL)
N/A - Bones Bagunte (WR) [FA - Columbus Lions (NAL)'19)
N/A - Derrick Bernard (QB) [Trade - San Diego '19]
N/A - Shaquan Curenton (WR) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Derrick Dyer (DB) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Michael Dyer (RB) [FA - Texas Revolution (CIF) '17]
N/A - William Gibbs (WR) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Stephon Hall (DL) [Trade - Oakland '20 // Traded to Oakland from Bismarck '19 ]
N/A - Tyler Hanks (DB)
N/A - James Harden (WR)
N/A - Javin Kilgo (QB) [FA - Duke City '19]
N/A - Eddie Lusk III (RB)
N/A - Treavor Pugh (DB) [FA - Duke City '19]
N/A - Desmond Raiford (DL) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Donovan Rasberry (WR) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Antwan Smith (DB) [FA - Green Bay '19]
N/A - Keith Trumps (DB) [Trade - Oakland '20 // Originally signed as FA w/Oakland from Green Bay '19]
N/A - Tamarick Vanover Jr (WR)
N/A - La'More Wise (LB) [FA - Nebraska '19]
N/A - Justin Wyatt (DB) [FA - Iowa '20 *offseason*]
Coaching Staff
Victor Mann - Head Coach
Trae Ivory - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
2019 SEASON TEAM STATISTICS
Yards per game: 178.4
Rush yards per game: 66.1
Pass yards per game: 112.3
Points per game: 29.4
Yards allowed per game: 242.4
Rush yards allowed per game: 102.4
Pass yards allowed per game: 140.1
Points allowed per game: 52.6
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
BREAKDOWN
STEAMWHEELERS
The Steamwheelers had a bit of a rough go of it in their first IFL season after coming over from Champions Indoor Football over the off-season. They entered the final week of 2019 with an opportunity to reach the playoffs, but were turned back by the Sugar Skulls in Tucson. That likely left Quad City with a collective bad taste in it mouth. Turn the page to a new season and, with eight of the IFL's 13 teams earning playoff berths, the Steamwheelers seem poised to reach the post season. Head coach Cory Ross returns, but that's just the base of the core. Quarterback E.J. Hilliard, one of the league's highest ranked passers a year ago, is back under center. Also in the mix are Hilliard's favorite two targets; Quinten Pedroza and Keyvan Rudd. All three finished near the top of their respective statistical categories and are primed to light the IFL on fire in 2020. The defense will be a bit of a work in progress, but likely will be led by LB Howard Stephens, Jr., as well as defensive backs Antonio Marshall and Malik Duncan.
STEAMWHEELERS 2019 LEADERS
Passing: E.J. Hilliard 205/330, 2739 yds, 57 TD, 3 int.
Rushing: E.J. Hilliard 107 rush, 462 yds, 18 TD; *Zavier Steward 54 rush, 173 yds, 8 TD.
Receiving: Quinton Pedroza 63 rec, 918 yds, 25 TD; Keyvan Rudd 52 rec, 925 yds, 17 TD, Carlos Wiggins 23 rec, 336 yds, 8 TD.
Tot. Tackles: *Danzel McDaniel 86, *L'Kel Bass 67.
Sacks: *Robert Jones 6, *Kewan Alfred 3.
Interceptions: *Antonio Marshall 3.
Kicking: Jacob Stytz 60/69 XP; 7/18 FG, long 41.
RIVER KINGS
The River Kings can only move up. Under new head coach Victor Mann, they will look to revamp their roster and put together come winning combinations on both sides of the ball. Veteran indoor quarterback Derrick Bernard's rights were acquired via trade with Cedar Rapids' cousin franchise, the San Diego Strike Force. However, Bernard had already left the California border midway through last season for another league. While a solid passer with a good arm, Bernard was prone to interception last year. The River Kings acquired some talent at the wideout positions with the free agent signings of receivers Shaquan Curenton and William Gibbs from the Tucson Sugar Skulls and Bismarck Bucks, respectively. The team also signed Bones Bagunte of the National Arena League's Carolina Cobras over the off season. The defensive front looks promising with the returns of linemen Walter Walker, Jr. and Samuel Mabany. Off-season pick up defensive backs Antwan Smith, Keith Trumps and Justin Wyatt.
RIVER KINGS 2019 LEADERS
Passing: *Kurt Palandech 110/173, 1099 yds, 18 TD, 4 int.
Rushing: *Nathaniel Chavious 112 rush, 395 yds, 13 TD; *Kurt Palandech 56 rush, 264 yds, 3 TD.
Receiving: *Marquel Wade 54 rec, 544 yds, 8 TD; *Jordan Smith 41 rec, 414 yds, 8 TD; *Drake White 21 rec, 216 yds, 6 TD.
Tot. Tackles: *Nick Brassell 42.5; *Malik Slater 34.5.
Sacks: *Malik Slater 2.5; *Jeff Branch 2.
Interceptions: *Nick Brassell 2.
Kicking: *Henry Nell 21/23 XP; 9/18 FG, long 50.
* Denotes player not on this year's roster. Total tackles are based on the Associated Press standard of one point for a solo tackle and a half point for an assisted tackle.
HELPFUL LINKS
IFL
IFL 2020 League Schedule and Results
IFL 2020 News Tracker
2019 Indoor Football League Awards
SCtoC IFL 2019 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Cedar Rapids River Kings
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Oakland Panthers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Cedar Rapids River Kings
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Oakland Panthers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
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What: The 12th season of the IFL opens with a match up of new regional rivals.
When: Saturday, March 7 at 5 p.m. pacific (7 p.m. central).
Where: U.S. Cellular Center; Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Video Stream: IFL Youtube Channel.
2019 Head to Head: The teams met twice last season with the Steamwheelers winning 58-36 at Cedar Rapids, and winning 48-29 at Moline, Illinois.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Steamwheelers finished their inaugural IFL season at 6-8, just a game out of sixth place and the final playoff spot in 2019. Last season the River Kings, under new ownership and a new brand, finished 1-13 and out of the IFL playoffs.
QUAD CITY STEAMWHEELERS
Steamwheelers QB E.J. Hilliard.
(Photo by Jessica Gallagher/qctimesonline.com)
ROSTER
# - name (pos)
6 - Jacob Stytz (K)
9 - Demetrius Hill (DL) [FA - Quad City '18)
12 - E.J. Hillard Jr. (QB)
13 - Keyvan Rudd (WR)
19 - Quinton Pedroza (WR)
21 - Howard Stephens Jr. (LB)
22 - Antonio Marshall (DB)
23 - Malik Duncan (DB)
N/A - Marcus Bagley (RB)
N/A - Rashawn Dickerson (WR)
N/A - Witche Exilhomme (DL)
N/A - Ralph Green (DL)
N/A - Tre Harvey (WR)
N/A - Londell Lee (WR)
N/A - Caleb Lewis (QB)
N/A - Bradley "BJ" Mitchell (RB)
N/A - Speedy Noil (WR)
N/A - Ondre Pipkins (DL) [FA - Philadelphia Soul (AFL) '19]
N/A - Chris Robb (WR)
N/A - Zeccheus Roberson (WR)
N/A - Odell Spencer
N/A - JT Stokes (WR)
N/A - Trevonte Valentine (DL)
Coaching Staff
Cory Ross - Head Coach
Wes Baskovic - Assistant Coach
Larry Hendrix - Defensive Coordinator
Matt Moore - QB Coach & Equipment Manager
Justin Peters - Offensive Line Coach
Fritz Dieudonne - Defensive Line Coach
Chris McIntosh - Offensive Quality Control Coach
2019 SEASON TEAM STATISTICS
Yards per game: 265.4
Rush yards per game: 70.4
Pass yards per game: 194.9
Points per game: 50.6
Yards allowed per game: 230.0
Rush yards allowed per game: 67.4
Pass yards allowed per game: 162.6
Points allowed per game: 46.9
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game. .
CEDAR RAPIDS RIVER KINGS
River Kings DB Keith Trumps.
(Photo credit unavailable)
ROSTER
# - name (pos)
28 - Tristan Green (LB)
45 - Walter Walker Jr. (DL)
90 - Samuel Mabany (DL)
N/A - Bones Bagunte (WR) [FA - Columbus Lions (NAL)'19)
N/A - Derrick Bernard (QB) [Trade - San Diego '19]
N/A - Shaquan Curenton (WR) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Derrick Dyer (DB) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Michael Dyer (RB) [FA - Texas Revolution (CIF) '17]
N/A - William Gibbs (WR) [FA - Bismarck '19]
N/A - Stephon Hall (DL) [Trade - Oakland '20 // Traded to Oakland from Bismarck '19 ]
N/A - Tyler Hanks (DB)
N/A - James Harden (WR)
N/A - Javin Kilgo (QB) [FA - Duke City '19]
N/A - Eddie Lusk III (RB)
N/A - Treavor Pugh (DB) [FA - Duke City '19]
N/A - Desmond Raiford (DL) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Donovan Rasberry (WR) [FA - Tucson '19]
N/A - Antwan Smith (DB) [FA - Green Bay '19]
N/A - Keith Trumps (DB) [Trade - Oakland '20 // Originally signed as FA w/Oakland from Green Bay '19]
N/A - Tamarick Vanover Jr (WR)
N/A - La'More Wise (LB) [FA - Nebraska '19]
N/A - Justin Wyatt (DB) [FA - Iowa '20 *offseason*]
Coaching Staff
Victor Mann - Head Coach
Trae Ivory - Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator
2019 SEASON TEAM STATISTICS
Yards per game: 178.4
Rush yards per game: 66.1
Pass yards per game: 112.3
Points per game: 29.4
Yards allowed per game: 242.4
Rush yards allowed per game: 102.4
Pass yards allowed per game: 140.1
Points allowed per game: 52.6
Roster information for week one is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
BREAKDOWN
STEAMWHEELERS
The Steamwheelers had a bit of a rough go of it in their first IFL season after coming over from Champions Indoor Football over the off-season. They entered the final week of 2019 with an opportunity to reach the playoffs, but were turned back by the Sugar Skulls in Tucson. That likely left Quad City with a collective bad taste in it mouth. Turn the page to a new season and, with eight of the IFL's 13 teams earning playoff berths, the Steamwheelers seem poised to reach the post season. Head coach Cory Ross returns, but that's just the base of the core. Quarterback E.J. Hilliard, one of the league's highest ranked passers a year ago, is back under center. Also in the mix are Hilliard's favorite two targets; Quinten Pedroza and Keyvan Rudd. All three finished near the top of their respective statistical categories and are primed to light the IFL on fire in 2020. The defense will be a bit of a work in progress, but likely will be led by LB Howard Stephens, Jr., as well as defensive backs Antonio Marshall and Malik Duncan.
STEAMWHEELERS 2019 LEADERS
Passing: E.J. Hilliard 205/330, 2739 yds, 57 TD, 3 int.
Rushing: E.J. Hilliard 107 rush, 462 yds, 18 TD; *Zavier Steward 54 rush, 173 yds, 8 TD.
Receiving: Quinton Pedroza 63 rec, 918 yds, 25 TD; Keyvan Rudd 52 rec, 925 yds, 17 TD, Carlos Wiggins 23 rec, 336 yds, 8 TD.
Tot. Tackles: *Danzel McDaniel 86, *L'Kel Bass 67.
Sacks: *Robert Jones 6, *Kewan Alfred 3.
Interceptions: *Antonio Marshall 3.
Kicking: Jacob Stytz 60/69 XP; 7/18 FG, long 41.
RIVER KINGS
The River Kings can only move up. Under new head coach Victor Mann, they will look to revamp their roster and put together come winning combinations on both sides of the ball. Veteran indoor quarterback Derrick Bernard's rights were acquired via trade with Cedar Rapids' cousin franchise, the San Diego Strike Force. However, Bernard had already left the California border midway through last season for another league. While a solid passer with a good arm, Bernard was prone to interception last year. The River Kings acquired some talent at the wideout positions with the free agent signings of receivers Shaquan Curenton and William Gibbs from the Tucson Sugar Skulls and Bismarck Bucks, respectively. The team also signed Bones Bagunte of the National Arena League's Carolina Cobras over the off season. The defensive front looks promising with the returns of linemen Walter Walker, Jr. and Samuel Mabany. Off-season pick up defensive backs Antwan Smith, Keith Trumps and Justin Wyatt.
RIVER KINGS 2019 LEADERS
Passing: *Kurt Palandech 110/173, 1099 yds, 18 TD, 4 int.
Rushing: *Nathaniel Chavious 112 rush, 395 yds, 13 TD; *Kurt Palandech 56 rush, 264 yds, 3 TD.
Receiving: *Marquel Wade 54 rec, 544 yds, 8 TD; *Jordan Smith 41 rec, 414 yds, 8 TD; *Drake White 21 rec, 216 yds, 6 TD.
Tot. Tackles: *Nick Brassell 42.5; *Malik Slater 34.5.
Sacks: *Malik Slater 2.5; *Jeff Branch 2.
Interceptions: *Nick Brassell 2.
Kicking: *Henry Nell 21/23 XP; 9/18 FG, long 50.
* Denotes player not on this year's roster. Total tackles are based on the Associated Press standard of one point for a solo tackle and a half point for an assisted tackle.
HELPFUL LINKS
IFL
IFL 2020 League Schedule and Results
IFL 2020 News Tracker
2019 Indoor Football League Awards
SCtoC IFL 2019 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Cedar Rapids River Kings
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Oakland Panthers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bismarck Bucks
Cedar Rapids River Kings
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Oakland Panthers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Spokane Shock
Tucson Sugar Skulls
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