Post by Nevadanut on May 31, 2023 17:11:22 GMT -8
Fighters at Pirates
What: The Fighters soar into Massachusetts to try and sink the Pirates.
When: Saturday, June 3 at 4:05 p.m. PDT (7:05 p.m. EDT).
Where: DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2023 Head to Head: April 15 - Fighters (H) 56, Pirates 39.
Overall Head to Head: Pirates lead 3-2 (1-0 home, 2-2 away) - includes playoffs.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Fighters are 8-1 overall and 3-1 on the road. They are coming off a 70-56 home win over the San Diego Strike Force on May 27. The Pirates are 6-3 overall and 4-0 at home. They are coming off a 54-48 road win over the Tulsa Oilers on May 27.
Frisco Fighters
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Fighters DB Shaq Bond. (Photo credit unavailable)
2023 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - BJ Taufalele (LB)
1 - Jerminic Smith (WR)
2 - Shaq Bond (DB)
3 - Michael LoVett (DB)
4 - Trent "TJ" Edwards (QB)
5 - Phazione McClurge (WR)
6 - Derrick Jones (DB)
8 - Kyle Meyers (DB)
9 - Charles Headen III (WR)
11 - Charles Williams (DL)
12 - Lionell McConnell (WR)
13 - Kordell Jackson (DB)
15 - Jordan Jolly (WR)
19 - Bryce Crawford (K)
22 - Martez Carter (RB)
24 - Royce See (LB)
33 - Naashon Hughes (DL)
50 - Netori Johnson (OL)
55 - Darius James (OL)
69 - Leon Brown (OL)
70 - Noah Johnson (OL)
77 - Zaycoven Henderson (DL)
99 - John "J.D." Griggs (DL)
N/A - JR Hensley (OL)
Short Term IR
27 - Jimmy Smith (RB)
Season Ending IR
0 - Willie Hibbler (LB)
10 - Spencer Tears (WR)
57 - Julian Rochester (DL)
N/A - Mackenzie Balanganayi (DL)
N/A - Rameses Owens (RB)
N/A - Elisha Peat (WR)
RTR
95 - Faleaoga Russell (OL/DL)
N/A - Dyvonne Inyang (DB)
N/A - Cedarius Rookard (DB)
Suspension
N/A - Dreko Statham (DB)
N/A - Brandon Thorpe (OL)
Coaching Staff
Billy Back - Head Coach
Brian Schmidt - Defensive Coordinator
Andre Coles - Passing Game/Special Teams Coordinator
Snoop Blackmon - Defensive Backs Coach
Bill Serna - Offensive Assistant
Mitch Browning - Offensive Line Coach
Jordan Mosley - Assistant Offensive line/Special Teams Coach
Malcolm Goines - Defensive Line Coach
Joey Barnard - Assistant Director of Football Operations
LEADERS
Passing - TJ Edwards 128/201, 1414 yds, 18 TD, int.
Rushing - TJ Edwards 107 rush, 107 yds, 29 TD.
Receiving - Jerminic Smith 45 rec, 527 yds, 8 TD; Phazione McClurge 30 rec, 353 yds, 5 TD; Jordan Jolly 11 rec, 165 yds, TD.
Tackles - Kordell Jackson 34.5; Shaq Bond 33.5; Michael LoVett 29.5; Royce See 24.5.
Sacks - Charles Williams 3.5; Royce See 1.5.
Interceptions - Michael LoVett 6; Shaq Bond 2; Kordell Jackson 2.
Kickoff Average - Bryce Crawford 49.8.
BREAKDOWN
Frisco is back on the winning track after a defensive surge last week against the San Diego Strike Force preserved win number eight on the season. The Fighters are in control of the Eastern Conference with six games left. Essentially, their magic number is four wins for the number one seed (unless the Quad City Steamwheelers win out and then tiebreakers will commence). The top seed means home field advantage throughout the conference playoffs. The Fighters have been there before, but have failed in their prior two seasons to make it to the Championship Game. Quarterback TJ Edwards leads the league with 529 yards and 29 touchdowns on the ground. They score 56.2 (first in IFL) points per game and allow 38.4 (second).
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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Massachusetts Pirates
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Pirates WR Thomas Owens. (Photo courtesy Massachusetts Pirates)
2023 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - BJ Taufalele (LB)
2 - Harlan Miller (DB)
3 - Jimmie Robinson (RB)
4 - Momodou Mbye (DB)
5 - Chris Ingram (DB)
7 - Darren Carrington II (WR)
9 - Anthony Russo (QB)
12 - Kiante Northington (DB)
14 - Stephen Roberts (DB)
15 - Alejandro Bennifield (QB)
18 - Trevon Young (DL)
23 - Josh Gable (K)
24 - Corvin Moment (LB)
52 - Ezekiel Rose (DL)
54 - Erick Browne (OL)
68 - Hunter Kelly (OL)
72 - Tommy Champion (OL)
77 - Navaughn Donaldson (OL)
78 - Wilson Bell (OL)
81 - Thomas Owens (WR)
83 - Daniel "Dan" Williams (WR)
88 - Isaac Zico (WR)
95 - Darius Stills (DL)
97 - Lorenzo Hernandez (DL)
N/A - Calvin Bundage (LB)
N/A - Bobo Wilson (WR)
Short Term IR
6 - Kelvin Taylor (RB)
22 - Charles "Chucky" Williams (DB/LB)
70 - Justin Morgan (OL)
Long Term IR
19 - CJ Riley (WR)
90 - Jamiyus Pittman (DL)
Season Ending IR
11 - Aarion Maxey-Penton (DB)
13 - Emmett Rice (LB)
21 - Chris Turner (DB)
92 - Malik Harris (DL)
League IR
N/A - Cheatham Norrils (DB)
XFL - Exempt
9 - Da’Sean Downey (DL) - San Antonio Brahmas
19 - Geremy Hickbottom (QB) - DC Defenders
27 - Debione Renfro (DB) - Arlington Renegades
Transfer
2 - Jovon Durante (WR) - New Orleans Breakers (USFL)
6 - Ricky Person Jr. (RB) - Birmingham Stallions (USFL)
8 - Devin Hafford (DB)
8 - Mike Glass III (QB) - Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
8 - Brendon White (LB) - New Jersey Generals (USFL)
19 - Leighton McCarthy (LB)
N/A - Roderick Johnson (DL)
N/A - Barry Wesley (OL) - Atlanta Falcons (NFL)
RTR
20 - Deddrick Thomas (WR/RB)
N/A - Caleb Carter (LB)
N/A - Cardale Jones (QB)
N/A - Chibueze Nwanna (OL)
Coaching Staff
Mark Stoute - Head Coach
Anthony Payton - Offensive Coordinator/Wide Receivers Coach
Sergio Gilliam - Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach
Mook Zimmerman - Linebackers/Defensive Line Coach
Patrick Carney - Offensive Line/Strength & Conditioning Coach
Donnie Williams - Assistant Coach
Billy Savary - Assistant Defensive Back Coach/Special Teams Assistant
Mardy Gilyard - Offensive Assistant
John Keller - Offensive Assistant
LEADERS
Passing - Anthony Russo 124/197, 1433 yds, 29 TD, 5 int; Alejandro Bennifield 18/21, 188 yds, 3 TD.
Rushing - Jimmie Robinson 95 rush, 540 yds, 16 TD.
Receiving - Isaac Zico 54 rec, 584 yds, 12 TD; Thomas Owens 33 rec, 500 yds, 10 TD; Darren Carrington II 32 rec, 375 yds, 7 TD.
Tackles - Harlan Miller 35.5; Momodou Mbye 35.5; Ezekiel Rose 20.5; Chris Ingram 11.
Sacks - Ezekiel Rose 3.
Interceptions - Four with 1.
Kickoff Average - Josh Gable 46.3.
BREAKDOWN
Massachusetts finds itself just two games out of the top seed and a half game back of the second seed in the Eastern Conference. The Pirates are on pace for their third IFL playoff appearance in three seasons and would love nothing more than to reclaim the IFL championship which they earned in 2021. This is the first of three home games in a row at home before three straight on the road to end the season. That stretch includes four opponents which are currently in playoff positions. They've won their last two and four of their last five, so a run toward the playoffs is very likely, though with upcoming opponents such as the Arizona Rattlers and Northern Arizona, it could be tricky. They score 51.4 points per game (fourth) and allow 49.9 (ninth).
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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
IFL Standings Heading Into This Week
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This Week's Schedule
Sat., June 3 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Vegas Knight Hawks, 12:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Frisco Fighters at Massachusetts Pirates, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Green Bay Blizzard at Iowa Barnstormers, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Duke City Gladiators at Bay Area Panthers, 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Arizona Rattlers at Northern Arizona Wranglers, 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Vegas Knight Hawks, 7:05 p.m.
Sun., June 4 - Tulsa Oilers at San Diego Strike Force, 3:05 p.m.
Bye - Quad City Steamwheelers, Sioux Falls Storm
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2023 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2023 Franchise Index
Indoor Football League 2023 Players of the Week
Indoor Football League Rules
SCtoC 2022 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League 2022 Players of the Week
Indoor Football League 2022 Hall of Fame Class
Indoor Football League 2022 National Championship Recap
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
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
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
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
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center at San Jose; San Jose, California
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 Center; 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
Tulsa Oilers - BOK Center; Tulsa, Oklahoma
Vegas Knight Hawks - Dollar Loan Center; Henderson, Nevada
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What: The Fighters soar into Massachusetts to try and sink the Pirates.
When: Saturday, June 3 at 4:05 p.m. PDT (7:05 p.m. EDT).
Where: DCU Center; Worcester, Massachusetts.
Video Stream: IFL Official Youtube Channel.
2023 Head to Head: April 15 - Fighters (H) 56, Pirates 39.
Overall Head to Head: Pirates lead 3-2 (1-0 home, 2-2 away) - includes playoffs.
SCtoC Logo: Created by David
The Fighters are 8-1 overall and 3-1 on the road. They are coming off a 70-56 home win over the San Diego Strike Force on May 27. The Pirates are 6-3 overall and 4-0 at home. They are coming off a 54-48 road win over the Tulsa Oilers on May 27.
Frisco Fighters
Fighters DB Shaq Bond. (Photo credit unavailable)
2023 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - BJ Taufalele (LB)
1 - Jerminic Smith (WR)
2 - Shaq Bond (DB)
3 - Michael LoVett (DB)
4 - Trent "TJ" Edwards (QB)
5 - Phazione McClurge (WR)
6 - Derrick Jones (DB)
8 - Kyle Meyers (DB)
9 - Charles Headen III (WR)
11 - Charles Williams (DL)
12 - Lionell McConnell (WR)
13 - Kordell Jackson (DB)
15 - Jordan Jolly (WR)
19 - Bryce Crawford (K)
22 - Martez Carter (RB)
24 - Royce See (LB)
33 - Naashon Hughes (DL)
50 - Netori Johnson (OL)
55 - Darius James (OL)
69 - Leon Brown (OL)
70 - Noah Johnson (OL)
77 - Zaycoven Henderson (DL)
99 - John "J.D." Griggs (DL)
N/A - JR Hensley (OL)
Short Term IR
27 - Jimmy Smith (RB)
Season Ending IR
0 - Willie Hibbler (LB)
10 - Spencer Tears (WR)
57 - Julian Rochester (DL)
N/A - Mackenzie Balanganayi (DL)
N/A - Rameses Owens (RB)
N/A - Elisha Peat (WR)
RTR
95 - Faleaoga Russell (OL/DL)
N/A - Dyvonne Inyang (DB)
N/A - Cedarius Rookard (DB)
Suspension
N/A - Dreko Statham (DB)
N/A - Brandon Thorpe (OL)
Coaching Staff
Billy Back - Head Coach
Brian Schmidt - Defensive Coordinator
Andre Coles - Passing Game/Special Teams Coordinator
Snoop Blackmon - Defensive Backs Coach
Bill Serna - Offensive Assistant
Mitch Browning - Offensive Line Coach
Jordan Mosley - Assistant Offensive line/Special Teams Coach
Malcolm Goines - Defensive Line Coach
Joey Barnard - Assistant Director of Football Operations
LEADERS
Passing - TJ Edwards 128/201, 1414 yds, 18 TD, int.
Rushing - TJ Edwards 107 rush, 107 yds, 29 TD.
Receiving - Jerminic Smith 45 rec, 527 yds, 8 TD; Phazione McClurge 30 rec, 353 yds, 5 TD; Jordan Jolly 11 rec, 165 yds, TD.
Tackles - Kordell Jackson 34.5; Shaq Bond 33.5; Michael LoVett 29.5; Royce See 24.5.
Sacks - Charles Williams 3.5; Royce See 1.5.
Interceptions - Michael LoVett 6; Shaq Bond 2; Kordell Jackson 2.
Kickoff Average - Bryce Crawford 49.8.
BREAKDOWN
Frisco is back on the winning track after a defensive surge last week against the San Diego Strike Force preserved win number eight on the season. The Fighters are in control of the Eastern Conference with six games left. Essentially, their magic number is four wins for the number one seed (unless the Quad City Steamwheelers win out and then tiebreakers will commence). The top seed means home field advantage throughout the conference playoffs. The Fighters have been there before, but have failed in their prior two seasons to make it to the Championship Game. Quarterback TJ Edwards leads the league with 529 yards and 29 touchdowns on the ground. They score 56.2 (first in IFL) points per game and allow 38.4 (second).
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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
Massachusetts Pirates
Pirates WR Thomas Owens. (Photo courtesy Massachusetts Pirates)
2023 ROSTER
# - name (pos)
0 - BJ Taufalele (LB)
2 - Harlan Miller (DB)
3 - Jimmie Robinson (RB)
4 - Momodou Mbye (DB)
5 - Chris Ingram (DB)
7 - Darren Carrington II (WR)
9 - Anthony Russo (QB)
12 - Kiante Northington (DB)
14 - Stephen Roberts (DB)
15 - Alejandro Bennifield (QB)
18 - Trevon Young (DL)
23 - Josh Gable (K)
24 - Corvin Moment (LB)
52 - Ezekiel Rose (DL)
54 - Erick Browne (OL)
68 - Hunter Kelly (OL)
72 - Tommy Champion (OL)
77 - Navaughn Donaldson (OL)
78 - Wilson Bell (OL)
81 - Thomas Owens (WR)
83 - Daniel "Dan" Williams (WR)
88 - Isaac Zico (WR)
95 - Darius Stills (DL)
97 - Lorenzo Hernandez (DL)
N/A - Calvin Bundage (LB)
N/A - Bobo Wilson (WR)
Short Term IR
6 - Kelvin Taylor (RB)
22 - Charles "Chucky" Williams (DB/LB)
70 - Justin Morgan (OL)
Long Term IR
19 - CJ Riley (WR)
90 - Jamiyus Pittman (DL)
Season Ending IR
11 - Aarion Maxey-Penton (DB)
13 - Emmett Rice (LB)
21 - Chris Turner (DB)
92 - Malik Harris (DL)
League IR
N/A - Cheatham Norrils (DB)
XFL - Exempt
9 - Da’Sean Downey (DL) - San Antonio Brahmas
19 - Geremy Hickbottom (QB) - DC Defenders
27 - Debione Renfro (DB) - Arlington Renegades
Transfer
2 - Jovon Durante (WR) - New Orleans Breakers (USFL)
6 - Ricky Person Jr. (RB) - Birmingham Stallions (USFL)
8 - Devin Hafford (DB)
8 - Mike Glass III (QB) - Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
8 - Brendon White (LB) - New Jersey Generals (USFL)
19 - Leighton McCarthy (LB)
N/A - Roderick Johnson (DL)
N/A - Barry Wesley (OL) - Atlanta Falcons (NFL)
RTR
20 - Deddrick Thomas (WR/RB)
N/A - Caleb Carter (LB)
N/A - Cardale Jones (QB)
N/A - Chibueze Nwanna (OL)
Coaching Staff
Mark Stoute - Head Coach
Anthony Payton - Offensive Coordinator/Wide Receivers Coach
Sergio Gilliam - Defensive Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach
Mook Zimmerman - Linebackers/Defensive Line Coach
Patrick Carney - Offensive Line/Strength & Conditioning Coach
Donnie Williams - Assistant Coach
Billy Savary - Assistant Defensive Back Coach/Special Teams Assistant
Mardy Gilyard - Offensive Assistant
John Keller - Offensive Assistant
LEADERS
Passing - Anthony Russo 124/197, 1433 yds, 29 TD, 5 int; Alejandro Bennifield 18/21, 188 yds, 3 TD.
Rushing - Jimmie Robinson 95 rush, 540 yds, 16 TD.
Receiving - Isaac Zico 54 rec, 584 yds, 12 TD; Thomas Owens 33 rec, 500 yds, 10 TD; Darren Carrington II 32 rec, 375 yds, 7 TD.
Tackles - Harlan Miller 35.5; Momodou Mbye 35.5; Ezekiel Rose 20.5; Chris Ingram 11.
Sacks - Ezekiel Rose 3.
Interceptions - Four with 1.
Kickoff Average - Josh Gable 46.3.
BREAKDOWN
Massachusetts finds itself just two games out of the top seed and a half game back of the second seed in the Eastern Conference. The Pirates are on pace for their third IFL playoff appearance in three seasons and would love nothing more than to reclaim the IFL championship which they earned in 2021. This is the first of three home games in a row at home before three straight on the road to end the season. That stretch includes four opponents which are currently in playoff positions. They've won their last two and four of their last five, so a run toward the playoffs is very likely, though with upcoming opponents such as the Arizona Rattlers and Northern Arizona, it could be tricky. They score 51.4 points per game (fourth) and allow 49.9 (ninth).
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. Statistical leaders list only active players as of the compilation of this preview.
IFL Standings Heading Into This Week
This Week's Schedule
Sat., June 3 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Vegas Knight Hawks, 12:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Frisco Fighters at Massachusetts Pirates, 4:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Green Bay Blizzard at Iowa Barnstormers, 5:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Duke City Gladiators at Bay Area Panthers, 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Arizona Rattlers at Northern Arizona Wranglers, 6:05 p.m.
Sat., June 3 - Tucson Sugar Skulls at Vegas Knight Hawks, 7:05 p.m.
Sun., June 4 - Tulsa Oilers at San Diego Strike Force, 3:05 p.m.
Bye - Quad City Steamwheelers, Sioux Falls Storm
Helpful Links
IFL
Indoor Football League 2023 Schedule
Indoor Football League 2023 Franchise Index
Indoor Football League 2023 Players of the Week
Indoor Football League Rules
SCtoC 2022 Golden Helmet Awards
Indoor Football League 2022 Players of the Week
Indoor Football League 2022 Hall of Fame Class
Indoor Football League 2022 National Championship Recap
INDIVIDUAL TEAM SCHEDULES
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
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
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
INDIVIDUAL TEAM VITAL STATISTICS
Arizona Rattlers
Bay Area Panthers
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
Tulsa Oilers
Vegas Knight Hawks
IFL Team Venues
Arizona Rattlers - Footprint Center; Phoenix, Arizona
Bay Area Panthers - SAP Center at San Jose; San Jose, California
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 Center; 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
Tulsa Oilers - BOK Center; Tulsa, Oklahoma
Vegas Knight Hawks - Dollar Loan Center; Henderson, Nevada
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