Post by Nevadanut on Mar 17, 2022 21:21:59 GMT -8
Duke City Gladiators at Arizona Rattlers
What: The Gladiators and Rattlers clash in both teams' season opener.
When: Saturday, March 19 at 6:05 p.m. pacific (8:05 p.m. central).
Where: Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2022 Head to Head: April 2 - Rattlers at Gladiators. June 18 - Rattlers at Gladiators.
Overall Head to Head: Rattlers lead 3-0 including playoffs (2-0 home, 1-0 away).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Gladiators finished the 2021 season at 7-7 overall, 4-3 at home and 3-4 on the road. The Rattlers finished the 2021 regular season at 12-2 overall, 7-0 at home and 5-2 on the road. These teams met last year in the playoff semifinals, with the Rattlers claiming a tight 58-55 win.
Duke City Gladiators
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Gladiators head coach Sherman Carter. (Photo via Duke City Gladiators)
2022 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
2 - Darryl Stonum (WR) [Re-Sign]
5 - Gregory Dent Jr. (WR) [Re-Sign]
28 - Jayson Serda (LB) [Re-Sign]
56 - Jordan Mosley (OL) [Re-Sign]
75 - Josiah Hunter (OL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Roderick Chapman (DB)
N/A - Dalan Cofer (DL)
N/A - Vincent Gregory (WR) [FA - Carolina Cobras (NAL) '19]
N/A - Devontae Jackson (RB)
N/A - Raashed Kennion (DE)
N/A - Malcolm McCoy (LB)
N/A - Martin McCoy II (DB)
N/A - Xavier Pegues (DL)
N/A - John Raby (DE/LB) [FA - Aviators (The Spring League) '21]
N/A - Eriq Swiftwater (DB/WR)
N/A - Simanu'a Thomas (DL)
N/A - Tyree Vines (DB)
N/A - Shawn Wilson (DB)
Coaching Staff
Sherman Carter - Head Coach
Fred Griggs - Defensive Coordinator
Fatu Ulale - Defensive Line Coach
Landrick Brody - Offensive Coordinator
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Arizona Rattlers
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Rattlers DB Tyrell Pearson. (SCtoC Photo by Gary Royall)
2022 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Drew Powell (QB) [Re-Sign]
2 - Jamal Miles (RB/WR) [Re-Sign]
5 - Nick LaSane (RB) [Re-Sign]
7 - Tyrell Pearson (DB) [Re-Sign]
8 - Troy Pelletier (WR) [Re-Sign]
9 - Davontae Merriweather (DB) [Re-Sign]
12 - Vincent Testaverde Jr. (QB) [Re-Sign]
13 - Braxton Haley (WR) [Re-Sign]
15 - Dillion Winfrey (WR) [Re-Sign]
18 - Isaiah Huston (WR) [Re-Sign]
22 - Ernesto Lacayo (K) [Re-Sign]
23 - Treyvon Williams (LB) [Re-Sign]
24 - Cory Butler-Byrd (DB/WR) [Re-Sign]
48 - Montavious Atkinson (DB/LB) [Re-Sign]
64 - Eastwood Thomas (OL) [Re-Sign]
79 - Kenny Thomas (OL) [Re-Sign]
92 - Nikolaus D'Avanzo (DL) [Re-Sign]
94 - Lamar Mady (OL) [Re-Sign]
99 - Dillon Faamatau (DL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Joey Augustin (WR) [FA - BC Lions (CFL) '19]
N/A - Saleem Brightwell (LB)
N/A - Matthew "Matt" Burrell (OL) [FA - Tucson '21]
N/A - Brandon Ezell (DB)
N/A - Josh Fields (OL)
N/A - Raheem Harvey (WR) [FA - Bismarck '21]
N/A - Malik Haynes (DL)
N/A - Leonard Hazewood IV (DL)
N/A - Trevon Hill (DL)
N/A - Ty McCulley (OL) [FA - Northern Arizona '21]
N/A - Anthony McMeans (OL)
N/A - Xavier Quick (RB)
N/A - Nyhre Quinerly (DB)
N/A - Tyler Roemer (OL) [FA - Blues (The Spring League) '20]
N/A - Steven Rowzee (OL) [FA - Iowa '21]
N/A - Jaiquis "JT" Stokes (WR) [FA - Bismarck '21]
N/A - Victor Wharton III (WR)
N/A - Malik Williams (RB)
N/A - Gibson Ziah (LB) [FA - Omaha Beef (CIF) '21]
Transfer
N/A - Justin Stockton (RB) [FA - Massachusetts '21] - Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
Suspension
90 - Craig Evans (DL)
Coaching Staff
Kevin Guy - Head Coach
Kani Kauahi - Offensive Line Coach
Jeff Jarnigan - Special Teams Coordinator & Defensive Line Coach
Hurtis Chinn - Quarterbacks/Running Backs Coach
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Breakdown
GLADIATORS
Duke City made a a bit of an awkward adjustment to the IFL after switching over from Champions Indoor Football after the 2019 season. After the league cancelled the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Gladiators attempted to make their mark in 2021. Behind one of the league's top offenses, they finished 7-7 and in fifth place in the final standings. That was good enough for a visit to the Iowa Barnstormers in the first round of the playoffs. They emerged with a win. However, they would narrowly fall to these Rattlers in the semifinals, 58-55. This season opener is their chance for revenge. The opening-day roster is vague since the team nor the league has updated it in some time. Per the team's report on Youtube, the team has brought back wide receivers Darryl Stonum and Gregory Dent, Jr. The former is full of the bulk of a traditional tight end, which would seem to make him an end zone threat. Dent is a veteran; most notably of the Nebraska Danger in 2019. Per SCtoC research, there is no quarterback listed through transactions, so that is a major question mark. Offensive linemen Jordan Mosley and Josiah Hunter were re-signed to the training camp roster and may, presumably find themselves on the field opening day. Another receiver, Vincent Gregory was signed to the camp roster after playing in 2019 for the Carolina Cobras of National Arena league.
RATTLERS
Arizona has been chomping at the bit to bring home a United Bowl trophy since they won the IFL championship in 2017. That was the Rattlers' first season in their current league after moving over from the Arena Football League prior to that season. The Rattlers have made appearances in two of the past three United Bowls -- losing both of those at home. Per the unverified training camp roster, they brought back most of their notable key players. That includes duel-threat quarterback Drew Powell, who took the Iowa Barnstormers to a championship in 2018, and led the Rattlers to the title game the past two seasons. Stalwart receiver and back Jamal Miles is also back on the offense, as is Nick LaSane, last year's featured back. In all, the Rattlers re-signed 19 players to the camp roster. The Rattlers also brought in J.T Stokes and Raheem Harvey at receiver -- both from the Bismarck Bucks. Curiously, Dillon Winfrey, who played defensive back in previous years, is listed as a re-signee at receiver. Some key defenders apparently returning are defensive backs Tyrell Pearson, Davontae Merriweather and Cory Butler-Byrd. Nikokas D'Avanzo will anchor the defensive line and Trey'von Williams should be the featured linebacker. Ernesto Lacayo, a veteran IFL and Arena Football League kicker is one of the best in the business and could make a difference, especially in tight games.
IFL Standings
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Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2022 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2022 Franchise Index
SCtoC 2021 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center; San Jose, California
Bismarck Bucks - Bismarck Event Center; Bismarck, North Dakota
Duke City Gladiators - Rio Rancho Events Center, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers- Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa
Massachusetts Pirates - DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Quad City Steamwheelers - Taxslayer Center; Moline, Illinois
San Diego Strike Force - Pechanga Arena; San Diego, California
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
Vegas Knight Hawks - Dollar Loan Center; Henderson, Nevada
IFL Team Geographical Map
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What: The Gladiators and Rattlers clash in both teams' season opener.
When: Saturday, March 19 at 6:05 p.m. pacific (8:05 p.m. central).
Where: Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2022 Head to Head: April 2 - Rattlers at Gladiators. June 18 - Rattlers at Gladiators.
Overall Head to Head: Rattlers lead 3-0 including playoffs (2-0 home, 1-0 away).
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Gladiators finished the 2021 season at 7-7 overall, 4-3 at home and 3-4 on the road. The Rattlers finished the 2021 regular season at 12-2 overall, 7-0 at home and 5-2 on the road. These teams met last year in the playoff semifinals, with the Rattlers claiming a tight 58-55 win.
Duke City Gladiators
Gladiators head coach Sherman Carter. (Photo via Duke City Gladiators)
2022 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
2 - Darryl Stonum (WR) [Re-Sign]
5 - Gregory Dent Jr. (WR) [Re-Sign]
28 - Jayson Serda (LB) [Re-Sign]
56 - Jordan Mosley (OL) [Re-Sign]
75 - Josiah Hunter (OL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Roderick Chapman (DB)
N/A - Dalan Cofer (DL)
N/A - Vincent Gregory (WR) [FA - Carolina Cobras (NAL) '19]
N/A - Devontae Jackson (RB)
N/A - Raashed Kennion (DE)
N/A - Malcolm McCoy (LB)
N/A - Martin McCoy II (DB)
N/A - Xavier Pegues (DL)
N/A - John Raby (DE/LB) [FA - Aviators (The Spring League) '21]
N/A - Eriq Swiftwater (DB/WR)
N/A - Simanu'a Thomas (DL)
N/A - Tyree Vines (DB)
N/A - Shawn Wilson (DB)
Coaching Staff
Sherman Carter - Head Coach
Fred Griggs - Defensive Coordinator
Fatu Ulale - Defensive Line Coach
Landrick Brody - Offensive Coordinator
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Arizona Rattlers
Rattlers DB Tyrell Pearson. (SCtoC Photo by Gary Royall)
2022 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
1 - Drew Powell (QB) [Re-Sign]
2 - Jamal Miles (RB/WR) [Re-Sign]
5 - Nick LaSane (RB) [Re-Sign]
7 - Tyrell Pearson (DB) [Re-Sign]
8 - Troy Pelletier (WR) [Re-Sign]
9 - Davontae Merriweather (DB) [Re-Sign]
12 - Vincent Testaverde Jr. (QB) [Re-Sign]
13 - Braxton Haley (WR) [Re-Sign]
15 - Dillion Winfrey (WR) [Re-Sign]
18 - Isaiah Huston (WR) [Re-Sign]
22 - Ernesto Lacayo (K) [Re-Sign]
23 - Treyvon Williams (LB) [Re-Sign]
24 - Cory Butler-Byrd (DB/WR) [Re-Sign]
48 - Montavious Atkinson (DB/LB) [Re-Sign]
64 - Eastwood Thomas (OL) [Re-Sign]
79 - Kenny Thomas (OL) [Re-Sign]
92 - Nikolaus D'Avanzo (DL) [Re-Sign]
94 - Lamar Mady (OL) [Re-Sign]
99 - Dillon Faamatau (DL) [Re-Sign]
N/A - Joey Augustin (WR) [FA - BC Lions (CFL) '19]
N/A - Saleem Brightwell (LB)
N/A - Matthew "Matt" Burrell (OL) [FA - Tucson '21]
N/A - Brandon Ezell (DB)
N/A - Josh Fields (OL)
N/A - Raheem Harvey (WR) [FA - Bismarck '21]
N/A - Malik Haynes (DL)
N/A - Leonard Hazewood IV (DL)
N/A - Trevon Hill (DL)
N/A - Ty McCulley (OL) [FA - Northern Arizona '21]
N/A - Anthony McMeans (OL)
N/A - Xavier Quick (RB)
N/A - Nyhre Quinerly (DB)
N/A - Tyler Roemer (OL) [FA - Blues (The Spring League) '20]
N/A - Steven Rowzee (OL) [FA - Iowa '21]
N/A - Jaiquis "JT" Stokes (WR) [FA - Bismarck '21]
N/A - Victor Wharton III (WR)
N/A - Malik Williams (RB)
N/A - Gibson Ziah (LB) [FA - Omaha Beef (CIF) '21]
Transfer
N/A - Justin Stockton (RB) [FA - Massachusetts '21] - Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
Suspension
90 - Craig Evans (DL)
Coaching Staff
Kevin Guy - Head Coach
Kani Kauahi - Offensive Line Coach
Jeff Jarnigan - Special Teams Coordinator & Defensive Line Coach
Hurtis Chinn - Quarterbacks/Running Backs Coach
Roster information is compiled by SCtoC staff, based on all available and verifiable information. The above rosters are subject to change and is presented here merely as a basic guide for following the game.
Breakdown
GLADIATORS
Duke City made a a bit of an awkward adjustment to the IFL after switching over from Champions Indoor Football after the 2019 season. After the league cancelled the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Gladiators attempted to make their mark in 2021. Behind one of the league's top offenses, they finished 7-7 and in fifth place in the final standings. That was good enough for a visit to the Iowa Barnstormers in the first round of the playoffs. They emerged with a win. However, they would narrowly fall to these Rattlers in the semifinals, 58-55. This season opener is their chance for revenge. The opening-day roster is vague since the team nor the league has updated it in some time. Per the team's report on Youtube, the team has brought back wide receivers Darryl Stonum and Gregory Dent, Jr. The former is full of the bulk of a traditional tight end, which would seem to make him an end zone threat. Dent is a veteran; most notably of the Nebraska Danger in 2019. Per SCtoC research, there is no quarterback listed through transactions, so that is a major question mark. Offensive linemen Jordan Mosley and Josiah Hunter were re-signed to the training camp roster and may, presumably find themselves on the field opening day. Another receiver, Vincent Gregory was signed to the camp roster after playing in 2019 for the Carolina Cobras of National Arena league.
RATTLERS
Arizona has been chomping at the bit to bring home a United Bowl trophy since they won the IFL championship in 2017. That was the Rattlers' first season in their current league after moving over from the Arena Football League prior to that season. The Rattlers have made appearances in two of the past three United Bowls -- losing both of those at home. Per the unverified training camp roster, they brought back most of their notable key players. That includes duel-threat quarterback Drew Powell, who took the Iowa Barnstormers to a championship in 2018, and led the Rattlers to the title game the past two seasons. Stalwart receiver and back Jamal Miles is also back on the offense, as is Nick LaSane, last year's featured back. In all, the Rattlers re-signed 19 players to the camp roster. The Rattlers also brought in J.T Stokes and Raheem Harvey at receiver -- both from the Bismarck Bucks. Curiously, Dillon Winfrey, who played defensive back in previous years, is listed as a re-signee at receiver. Some key defenders apparently returning are defensive backs Tyrell Pearson, Davontae Merriweather and Cory Butler-Byrd. Nikokas D'Avanzo will anchor the defensive line and Trey'von Williams should be the featured linebacker. Ernesto Lacayo, a veteran IFL and Arena Football League kicker is one of the best in the business and could make a difference, especially in tight games.
IFL Standings
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2022 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2022 Franchise Index
SCtoC 2021 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League Rules
IFL Franchise Index
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
Bismarck Bucks
Duke City Gladiators
Frisco Fighters
Green Bay Blizzard
Iowa Barnstormers
Massachusetts Pirates
Northern Arizona Wranglers
Quad City Steamwheelers
San Diego Strike Force
Sioux Falls Storm
Tucson Sugar Skulls
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center; San Jose, California
Bismarck Bucks - Bismarck Event Center; Bismarck, North Dakota
Duke City Gladiators - Rio Rancho Events Center, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Frisco Fighters - Comerica Center; Frisco, Texas
Green Bay Blizzard - Resch Center; Green Bay, Wisconsin
Iowa Barnstormers- Wells Fargo Arena; Des Moines, Iowa
Massachusetts Pirates - DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts
Northern Arizona Wranglers - Findlay Toyota Center; Prescott Valley, Arizona
Quad City Steamwheelers - Taxslayer Center; Moline, Illinois
San Diego Strike Force - Pechanga Arena; San Diego, California
Sioux Falls Storm - Denny Sanford Premier Center; Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Tucson Sugar Skulls - Tucson Convention Center; Tucson, Arizona
Vegas Knight Hawks - Dollar Loan Center; Henderson, Nevada
IFL Team Geographical Map
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