Coed 3: The Playoff Outsiders – FlagPlus Football League

As the regular season wrapped up, it looked like Flamingos would be on the outside looking in. But Week 11 had other plans. With a clutch 31–25 win over No Limits and a timely loss by Mixed Signals to the Tight Ends, Flamingos leapt into the 12th and final playoff spot — knocking Mixed Signals out.

That shift left five teams outside the playoff bubble. For some, the season was defined by growth. For others, it was a grind. But no matter the record, each of these squads had plenty of lessons for the future.

Flamingos (3-5-2)

MVP: Jean-Sebastien St-Arneaul

No longer Outsiders. If you only looked at the record, you might think Flamingos are just another bottom-half team. But this squad is capable of catching anyone off guard. They’ve played in tight games all season and tied more than anyone else in the division. That’s not a fluke it’s the sign of a team that grinds.

Jean-Sebastien St-Arneault is the engine of this team. Whether it’s his 7 rushing touchdowns, 11.4 yards per carry, or the fact he consistently makes defenders miss in space, he’s been a sparkplug on offense. He’s fast, fearless, and always finds a way to flip a play when things break down. His ability to create something out of nothing has been a lifeline for an offense that doesn’t always move in rhythm.

The challenge with the Flamingos has been closing games. Despite scoring 235 points on the season more than a few playoff teams, they’ve often come up just short. The defense hasn’t been able to get the big stop when it’s needed, and opponents have exploited their inconsistency with deep shots.

Still, this team has grit. And if they can find a little more polish to go with it, they’ll be one of the toughest 3-win teams you’ll face in the playoffs.

Wolf Pack (3-7)

MVP: Juliette Goulet

Wolf Pack’s season has felt like a series of auditions for the QB role and they didn’t have a single quarterback who played five games. It’s a massive question mark. Six different players have thrown passes, no one has provided long-term stability throughout the season.

And yet, in the middle of the chaos, Juliette Goulet has quietly been a consistent two-way player. She’s one of only two players on the entire Wolf Pack roster to play eight games, and she’s made an impact on both sides of the ball in every one of them. On offense, she’s hauled in 11 of 12 targets for 145 yards and a touchdown which is very efficient. On defense, she’s racked up 12 tackles, 4 interceptions, and 2 pass deflections, a complete stat line.

Wolf Pack has pieces. Omar Allagui, the other eight-game contributor, has chipped in on both sides with 10 catches, 11 tackles, 6 interceptions, and 2 sacks. But without a proven quarterback, Juliette and Omar deserve credit for holding it all together but they couldn’t do it alone.

Les Poulets (2-8)

MVP: Nathan Blais

Les Poulets are the kind of team that keep games interesting not always in the way they’d like, but interesting nonetheless. At 2-8, their season has been defined by inconsistency, and an offense that never fully clicked. Still, they’ve managed to hang around in games and play spoiler twice. They’re not a team anyone circled as a guaranteed win this season.

Their MVP? Nathan Blais. He’s been their most dynamic and reliable weapon all year scoring 10 touchdowns on just 16 catches (17.7 yards per reception) while adding 5 interceptions, 7 tackles, a sack, and a pass deflection on defense. He’s not just their top receiver, he’s one of the most productive two-way players in the division.

There are other flashes, too. Charlie Philibert has quietly stacked 24 tackles, 2 sacks, and 4 pass deflections showing up week after week as a steady force on defense. Damien Valcke has been a bright spot at rusher, putting up 8 sacks in just six games a serious impact whenever he’s on the field. Elodie Drolet chipped in with 3 touchdowns and an interception in just four games, while Clément Eid adds versatility.

But the biggest issue? There’s no quarterback on the roster who played five games. That leaves a massive question mark and without stability at QB, even a strong supporting cast wouldn’t have been enough to win. They’ve got pieces but no glue.

No Limits (1-9)

MVP: Alexandre Szalipszki

It was a long season for No Limits one win, nine losses, and the second-worst point differential in the division (-140). But through the chaos, one player stood above the rest: Alexandre Szalipszki. Week after week, he delivered, and if there was one constant on this team, it was him.

Szalipszki was a beast on both sides of the ball. Offensively, he led the team with 600 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns on 44 catches. He added another touchdown on the ground and was a consistent threat no matter where he lined up. On defense, he led the team in tackles with 27, chipped in 4 interceptions, and was responsible for 7 pass breakups. If there was a stat sheet to fill, he found a way to do it.

Quarterback play was unstable all season. Alex Cristofaro threw for 973 yards and 16 touchdowns but was also picked off 14 times with a sub-45% completion rate. Robert White provided support with 7 touchdown passes of his own and was the second most impactful player on the team posting 500 receiving yards, 6 receiving TDs, a rushing score, and 3 picks on defense.

Tabitha Thomas, Sarah-Ève St-Amand Lavoie, and Ella-May Dupuis all flashed potential as supporting weapons. Dominic Savoie racked up 2 sacks on the season, while Jordana Schwartz and Megan Gervais added depth to a defense that struggled to get consistent stops.

No Limits allowed over 32 points per game and often found themselves chasing from behind early. But to their credit, they kept fighting. With Szalipszki as the centerpiece and a few other versatile playmakers around him, the tools are there. Now they just need a quarterback they can build around and a system that turns individual talent into wins.

Routerunners (0-10)

MVP: Francis Ouimet

Let’s be honest 0-10 is a tough pill to swallow. The Routerunners had a long season, one where the scoreboard rarely tilted in their favor and games often got away from them early. They allowed a division-worst 348 points and never quite found stability on either side of the ball. But week after week, they still showed up. And that counts for something.

Francis Ouimet was the most versatile contributor they had. He led the team in passing touchdowns, added two more as a receiver on just four catches, and picked up 208 rushing yards. A rare bright spot on a team that was searching for answers all season. Whether QB, split out wide, or tucking and running, Francis was constantly involved in trying to spark something.

Alexandre Benoit made his presence felt as well, finishing with 188 receiving yards and a team-high four touchdowns on just 11 catches — big-play production every time he touched the ball. Félix Morin led the team in receptions (23) and receiving yards (199), while also adding 18 tackles and an interception on defense. Jean-Philippe Léveillé notched 12 tackles, 3 picks, 1 pass defended and 1 sack.

Still, even in a winless season, there were glimpses of playmaking and commitment.

Final Thoughts

The regular season is in the books,

Twelve teams have punched their ticket to the postseason, but only four will get a breather this week. Ghosted, La Bittt à Tibi, Mixtologue, and Kiss My A’s earn the first-round bye — a reward for their dominance all season long. Everyone else? It’s win or go home, starting immediately.

The Divisional Round kicks off Friday night, and the matchups are fire: Yardz Chaserz look to keep rolling against a surging Flamingos squad. STEEZERS will try to slow down Vicious & Delicious in a rematch loaded with energy. DreamKillers vs. Tight Ends could come down to the final play, and Vulturez vs. Shadow Squad has all the makings of a grind-it-out thriller.

There are four rounds to survive: Divisional, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Final. It’s a long road, and for most teams, that road starts now.