Categories: Division E

Division E Week 7 Game Preview & Predictions

Division E Week 7 Game Preview & Predictions

Division Overview

Division E enters Week 7 with a clear hierarchy emerging after some surprising Week 6 results. The top tier features three undefeated teams – Gold Rush, Sophomore XL, and Chomedey Chodes – all sitting at 5-0. Gold Rush continued their dominance with a 45-13 victory over Sweet Bonanza, while Sophomore XL dominated Head Tops Only 52-14. Meanwhile, Sweet Bonanza remains winless at 0-5 after another heavy defeat.

Friday, July 4th

Sweet Bonanza (0-5) vs Richter (4-1)

Time: 9:00 PM | Location: Laval (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: Sweet Bonanza remains winless after another heavy defeat (45-13 to Gold Rush in Week 6) and faces an uphill battle against Richter, who sits comfortably in the upper tier at 4-1. The offensive disparity is stark – Sweet Bonanza averages just 18.4 points per game while allowing 35.4, creating a -17 point differential. Richter, conversely, boasts the division’s best point differential at +129 and will be looking to capitalize on Sweet Bonanza’s continued struggles.

Key Matchups: Antoine Caron leads Sweet Bonanza’s effectively when using his legs, with 390 yards and 6 TDs but will face Richter’s solid defense that has been opportunistic all season. Jeremy Steinberg has been efficient for Richter with a 140.6 QB rating despite limited attempts, showcasing his ability to make the most of his opportunities. Sweet Bonanza’s defense has struggled to generate turnovers throughout the season, while Richter has consistently capitalized on opponent mistakes to create scoring opportunities.

Prediction: Richter 28, Sweet Bonanza 14 Sweet Bonanza’s continued struggles make this a clear pick.

Saturday, July 5th

Flag Dealers (2-4) vs Not Fast Just Furious (3-3)

Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: This represents a crucial mid-table clash between two teams fighting for better playoff positioning. Flag Dealers showed heart in Week 6 despite a narrow 33-31 loss to UNSEEN. Not Fast Just Furious comes off a 29-25 loss to Reborn Prospects, making this a must-win for both teams’ that want to stay comfortable.

Key Matchups: Flag Dealers’ receiving corps features a formidable duo in Marc Haddad (357 yards, 8 TDs) and Michael Haddad (198 yards, 7 TDs), creating matchup problems for any defense. Roy Khalil has been productive for Flag Dealers with 889 passing yards and 22 TDs, demonstrating his ability to distribute the ball effectively. Not Fast Just Furious counters with William Seguin’s 920 passing yards and Vincent Demers’ reliable receiving, though their offensive consistency has been questioned after recent performances.

Prediction: Flag Dealers 27, Not Fast Just Furious 21 Flag Dealers’ superior offensive weapons should prove decisive in a close contest.

Sunday, July 6th

Demons (2-3) vs Not Fast Just Furious (3-3)

Time: 10:00 AM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: Not Fast Just Furious faces their second game of the weekend, which could prove challenging after their 29-25 loss to Reborn Prospects in Week 6. Demons are coming off a 40-26 defeat to Unicorns, showing they can score but struggle defensively. Both teams want wins to stay in playoff contention.

Key Matchups: Neil Wright leads Demons’ offense with modest but efficient production, providing a steady dual threat game that could be crucial in controlling the pace. Not Fast Just Furious may show fatigue from their Saturday contest against Flag Dealers, which could significantly impact their execution and decision-making in this quick turnaround scenario.

Prediction: Demons 24, Not Fast Just Furious 20 Playing back-to-back games gives Demons the edge in this tight matchup.

Unicorns (4-3) vs Airs University (5-1)

Time: 11:00 AM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: This matchup features two teams coming off impressive Week 6 performances. Unicorns come in after two dominant wins – 42-13 over Tunesquad and 40-26 over Demons. Airs University also impressed with a 43-28 victory over Armed Robbery. Both teams are riding high on confidence and offensive momentum.

Key Matchups: Devin Kreuzer leads the league in passing attempts (179) with 1,163 yards and 27 TDs for Unicorns, showcasing his efficient approach and ability to carry the offensive load. Duncan Cook counters for Airs University with 798 yards and 21 TDs. Unicorns’ receiving corps features the dynamic duo of Dante Gerardi (290 yards, 9 TDs) and Sean Costello (367 yards, 7 TDs), providing multiple weapons that can stretch the field. Airs University’s attack includes David Collette (277 yards, 9 TDs) and Kyle Gordon, giving them depth and versatility to match different game situations.

Prediction: Unicorns 35, Airs University 31 Unicorns’ explosive Week 6 performance (82 combined points in two games) suggests they’ve found their rhythm. This should be the game of the week.

Richter (4-1) vs Takeoff Squad (1-4)

Time: 12:00 PM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: Richter gets a favorable second game of the weekend against struggling Takeoff Squad. The statistical disparity is significant – Richter’s +129 point differential dwarfs Takeoff Squad’s -68.

Key Matchups: Richter’s talent across all positions should overwhelm Takeoff Squad’s limited offense, particularly in their second game of the weekend. Paul Beaudoin leads Takeoff Squad with 659 yards and 13 TDs but faces a tough Richter defense that has been opportunistic throughout the season. Takeoff Squad’s defense has been porous all season, allowing significant yardage and struggling to create the stops necessary to keep games competitive against quality opponents.

Prediction: Richter 35, Takeoff Squad 17 Richter’s talent across all positions makes this a comfortable win.

Chapeau Perdu (1-4) vs Td Blitz (1-5)

Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: A battle between two struggling teams with contrasting Week 6 results. Td Blitz managed a 21-13 victory over Texas Whales, showing signs of improvement. Chapeau Perdu didn’t play in Week 6, which could mean they’re either well-rested or lacking game rhythm.

Key Matchups: Thierry Bernier leads Chapeau Perdu with 588 yards but his concerning 12 interceptions suggest decision-making issues that could prove costly against any defense. Td Blitz counters with Alex O’Neill (345 yards, 6 TDs) and Avery Klimas (141 yards, 1 TD), providing a more balanced and potentially more reliable offense. Both defenses have been vulnerable throughout the season, setting up a potential shootout where the team that makes fewer mistakes will likely emerge victorious.

Prediction: Td Blitz 31, Chapeau Perdu 21 Td Blitz’s Week 6 victory over Texas Whales suggests they’re finding their form at the right time.

Blue Mountain State (4-1) vs Chomedey Chodes (5-0)

Time: 1:00 PM | Location: Loyola Maisonneuve (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: An intriguing matchup between two top-tier teams. Chomedey Chodes enters undefeated while Blue Mountain State has just one loss. Both teams have been solid defensively while maintaining productive offenses.

Key Matchups: Matthew Bottazzi leads Chomedey Chodes with 590 yards and 18 TDs while boasting an impressive 127.1 QB rating, showcasing his efficiency and ability to make smart decisions under pressure. Caleb Willms runs Blue Mountain State with 777 yards and 19 TDs. Jonathan Bottazzi offers reliable receiving for Chomedey Chodes (233 yards, 9 TDs), providing a consistent target in crucial situations. Both teams feature strong defensive units that have been key to their success throughout the season, making this likely a low-scoring, tactical battle.

Prediction: Chomedey Chodes 21, Blue Mountain State 17 This should be a defensive battle. Chomedey Chodes’ perfect record and slightly better offensive efficiency gives them the edge.

Shockerz (1-6) vs Pack a Punch (1-4)

Time: 6:00 PM | Location: Laval (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: Shockerz continues to disappoint after a dismal 21-6 loss to Empereurs retraités in Week 6, their worst offensive showing of the season. Pack a Punch didn’t play last week, potentially giving them a rest advantage. Both teams desperately need wins to salvage their seasons.

Key Matchups: DonnDre Borden leads Shockerz with 811 yards and 14 TDs but has been inconsistent throughout the season, particularly evident in their recent 6-point performance against Empereurs retraités. Michael De Seta provides Pack a Punch’s primary offensive threat with 603 yards and 14 TDs, offering more reliability than Shockerz’s struggling offense. Both teams’ defenses have been porous throughout the season, allowing significant scoring and struggling to create the momentum-changing plays needed in close games.

Prediction: Pack a Punch 31, Shockerz 24 Pack a Punch’s slightly better offensive consistency should prove decisive.

Texas Whales (2-3) vs Armed Robbery (3-2)

Time: 8:00 PM | Location: Laval (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: A crucial mid-table matchup with contrasting Week 6 momentum. Texas Whales suffered a 21-13 defeat to Td Blitz, continuing their struggles. Armed Robbery lost 43-28 to Airs University but showed they can move the ball offensively. Both teams need wins to stay in playoff contention.

Key Matchups: Tyler Cousins leads Texas Whales with 504 yards and 11 TDs but will need to bounce back from their disappointing loss to Td Blitz in Week 6. Mike Collard counters for Armed Robbery with 912 yards and 17 TDs, providing a more prolific offensive threat that could prove decisive in this crucial matchup. George Spano provides secondary receiving for Texas Whales (176 yards, 6 TDs), giving them a reliable target in key situations. Armed Robbery’s offense has been their strength all season, allowing them to adapt to different defensive schemes and maintain consistency.

Prediction: Armed Robbery 26, Texas Whales 22 Armed Robbery’s superior offensive balance and better record gives them the advantage.

Tunesquad (5-1) vs Gold Rush (5-0)

Time: 9:00 PM | Location: Laval (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: The weekend’s marquee matchup features contrasting Week 6 results. Gold Rush maintained their perfect record with a dominant 45-13 victory over Sweet Bonanza, while Tunesquad suffered a shocking 42-13 defeat to Unicorns. This creates an interesting dynamic with Gold Rush riding high and Tunesquad looking to bounce back from their worst performance of the season.

Key Matchups: Charles Presser leads Tunesquad with 826 yards and 23 TDs but will need to bounce back from their shocking 42-13 defeat to Unicorns, where nothing seemed to work offensively. Ness Saleh counters for Gold Rush with 558 yards and 25 TDs, demonstrating remarkable efficiency and the ability to find the end zone consistently. Tunesquad’s receiving corps features strong depth with Dylan Merovitz (229 yards, 7 TDs), but they’ll need to regain their confidence after being completely overwhelmed in Week 6.

Prediction: Gold Rush 31, Tunesquad 24 Gold Rush’s perfect record and dominant Week 6 performance, combined with Tunesquad’s shocking loss, gives Gold Rush a clearer edge in this marquee matchup.

Sour Puss (1-3) vs Reborn Prospects (4-1)

Time: 10:00 PM | Location: Laval (Outdoors)

The Breakdown: The weekend concludes with Reborn Prospects coming off a solid 29-25 victory over Not Fast Just Furious in Week 6, showing they can win close games. Sour Puss didn’t play last week, which could mean they’re either well-rested or lacking game rhythm. Reborn Prospects should be favored given their recent form.

Key Matchups: Jean Clairemond Jr. César leads Reborn Prospects with 576 yards and 15 TDs, coming off a solid Week 6 performance where he helped secure a 29-25 victory over Not Fast Just Furious. Franco Russo provides Sour Puss’s primary offensive threat with 386 yards and 10 TDs, but his team’s lack of recent game action could impact their timing and execution. Nathanael Dinku offers reliable receiving for Reborn Prospects (203 yards, 9 TDs), providing a consistent target that has been crucial in their recent success. Reborn Prospects’ defensive consistency has been a key factor throughout the season, allowing them to win close games and maintain their strong record.

Prediction: Reborn Prospects 30, Sour Puss 16 Reborn Prospects’ superior talent and consistency should lead to a comfortable victory.

Weekend Outlook

Week 7 promises to deliver several compelling matchups, with the Gold Rush vs Tunesquad game standing out as the weekend’s must-watch contest. The undefeated teams (Gold Rush, Sophomore XL, Chomedey Chodes) will look to maintain their perfect records, while teams in the middle of the pack battle for crucial playoff positioning.

Key storylines to watch:

  • Can Gold Rush maintain their perfect record after their dominant Week 6 performance?
  • Will Tunesquad bounce back from their shocking 42-13 loss to Unicorns?
  • Can Unicorns maintain their explosive Week 6 momentum (82 combined points)?
  • Will Sweet Bonanza finally break through after another heavy defeat?
  • How will teams that didn’t play in Week 6 handle potential rust vs. rest?

Bold Prediction: Unicorns will be the surprise team of the weekend, following up their explosive Week 6 with another statement performance. Meanwhile, Tunesquad’s confidence issues from their shocking loss will lead to their second consecutive defeat.