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Division D Divisional Round

Division D Divisional Round

The stage is set at Laval Outdoors as Division D’s best collide in the divisional round

After a thrilling wildcard round that saw upsets and dominant performances, Division D’s divisional round promises to deliver even more action. Eight teams remain standing, with top seeds facing hungry wildcard survivors in what should be the most competitive round yet.

#1 Snowdon Deli Degens vs Born Ready

Thursday, August 7 – 7:00 PM, Laval Outdoors

The league’s most explosive offense meets a resilient wildcard survivor. Adam Malinoff leads the way for Snowdon Deli Degens with a staggering 56 touchdown passes and a 117.0 quarterback rating – the best in Division D. His arsenal includes reliable targets Lewis Epstein (628 yards, 16 TDs) and Evan Shiveck (516 yards, 20 TDs), who boasts an impressive 14.3 yards per reception.

Born Ready earned their shot with a narrow 20-18 wildcard victory over The Boys Are Back?, showing they can win close games under pressure. The key for Born Ready will be containing Malinoff’s arm while finding ways to move the ball consistently against a well-rested Degens defense.

X-Factor: Can Born Ready’s playoff momentum overcome the statistical dominance of the league’s top seed?

Uncle Rico’s Ryders vs NIGHTHAWKS

Thursday, August 7 – 7:00 PM, Laval Outdoors

Uncle Rico’s Ryders (#4 seed) feature quarterback Mathew Yanakoulias, whose 51 touchdown passes and 105.5 rating make him one of the elite signal-callers in Division D. His favorite target, Justin Lerner (672 yards, 18 TDs), provides a deep threat that can change games instantly.

NIGHTHAWKS announced their playoff arrival with a commanding 41-19 wildcard demolition of Nut N’ Run. Quarterback Fabrice Robillard (39 TDs, 100.2 rating) has proven he can deliver in big moments, while Stefano De Seta (506 yards, 18 TDs) gives them a reliable receiving option.

Key Matchup: Uncle Rico’s high-powered passing attack vs NIGHTHAWKS’ playoff-tested defense.

#2 Rick and Marty vs Team Ethnik

Thursday, August 7 – 10:00 PM, Laval Outdoors

The second seed faces their biggest test yet against a Team Ethnik squad that stunned Les Super Turbos Navets 41-38 in the wildcard round. Rick and Marty boasts the division’s most dangerous receiver in Noah Groper, whose 25 receiving touchdowns and 13.0 yards per reception make him virtually unstoppable. Quarterback Marty Freedman (44 TDs, 114.2 rating) has the arm to get Groper the ball anywhere on the field.

Team Ethnik showed they can score with anyone, putting up 41 points in their wildcard victory. Benoit Lawlor (35 TDs despite playing only 8 games) provides explosive potential when healthy and available.

Storyline to Watch: Can Team Ethnik’s wildcard magic continue against the Groper-Freedman connection?

Practice Squad III vs Vieux Lynx

Thursday, August 7 – 8:00 PM, Laval Outdoors

An intriguing matchup features Practice Squad III (#3 seed) taking on a Vieux Lynx team that advanced by forfeit after Trinity couldn’t field a team. While Vieux Lynx gets an extra week of rest, questions linger about game readiness and rhythm.

Practice Squad III brings an offense led by quarterback Fabrice Tremblay (36 TDs, 103.8 rating) and a running game that could control tempo. The bye week should have them well-prepared for whatever Vieux Lynx presents.

Wild Card Element: How will Vieux Lynx’s unconventional path to the divisional round affect their performance?

Statistical Standouts to Watch

Offensive Powerhouses:

  • Adam Malinoff (Snowdon Deli Degens): 56 TDs, 117.0 rating
  • Mathew Yanakoulias (Uncle Rico’s Ryders): 51 TDs, 105.5 rating
  • Noah Groper (Rick and Marty): 25 receiving TDs, 13.0 YPR

Defensive Difference Makers:

  • Richie Mondesir (Ball Hawks): 24 sacks, 10 interceptions
  • Vincent Bolullo (Les Super Turbos Navets): 8 interceptions
  • Cory Sim-Robertson (Rick and Marty): 27 tackles, 2 TDs

Ground Game Leaders:

  • Kenny Boutilier (Super Troopers): 308 rushing yards, 10.6 average
  • Richie Mondesir (Ball Hawks): 206 yards, 11.4 average

Other Key Matchups

Glogang vs Rum & Coke features two teams looking to establish identity, while Ball Hawks vs Studz showcases Mondesir’s incredible two-way impact.

The 1-9ers vs FBI FC battle and Brothermen vs Super Troopers round out a divisional round loaded with compelling storylines and elite talent.

The Road Ahead

The divisional round represents the true test of championship mettle in Division D. Top seeds will lean on their statistical advantages and bye-week rest, while wildcard survivors bring dangerous momentum and nothing-to-lose attitudes.

With games all night at Laval Outdoors, Thursday promises to deliver the kind of high-level flag football action that defines the FlagPlus Football playoffs.

Divisional Round Predictions

#1 Snowdon Deli Degens vs Born Ready Prediction: Snowdon Deli Degens 35, Born Ready 24 Malinoff’s 56 touchdown passes don’t lie – this offense is simply too explosive for a wildcard team to contain for a full game. Born Ready showed heart in their upset win, but the statistical gap is too wide. Expect Epstein and Shiveck to find the end zone multiple times.

#4 Uncle Rico’s Ryders vs NIGHTHAWKS Prediction: Uncle Rico’s Ryders 31, NIGHTHAWKS 28 The closest game of the round. NIGHTHAWKS’ 41-19 wildcard destruction shows they’re peaking at the right time, but Yanakoulias (51 TDs) and Lerner’s deep-ball connection will prove decisive in a thriller. This one goes down to the final drive.

#2 Rick and Marty vs Team Ethnik Prediction: Rick and Marty 38, Team Ethnik 21 Groper’s 25 receiving touchdowns make him virtually unstoppable, and Freedman has the accuracy to feed him consistently. Team Ethnik’s wildcard magic was impressive, but the #2 seed’s offensive firepower will overwhelm them in the second half.

#3 Practice Squad III vs Vieux Lynx Prediction: Practice Squad III 27, Vieux Lynx 17 The forfeit advancement hurts Vieux Lynx’s game readiness. Practice Squad III’s bye-week preparation will control this game from start to finish. Tremblay’s 36 touchdowns provide the steady leadership needed.

Ball Hawks vs Studz Prediction: Ball Hawks 24, Studz 20 Mondesir’s incredible two-way impact (24 sacks, 10 INTs, plus 206 rushing yards) makes him the ultimate X-factor. His defensive pressure will create short fields for the Ball Hawks offense in a gritty defensive battle.

1-9ers vs FBI FC Prediction: 1-9ers 28, FBI FC 14 The higher seed’s experience and Charles Presser’s reliable arm (43 TDs, 101.8 rating) will prove too much.

Brothermen vs Super Troopers
Prediction: Super Troopers 35, Brothermen 31 Kenny Boutilier’s league-leading 308 rushing yards (10.6 average) gives Super Troopers the ground game to control tempo. In a high-scoring affair, their rushing attack will be the difference late.

Glogang vs Rum & Coke Prediction: Rum & Coke 26, Glogang 19 The most unpredictable game of the round. Rum & Coke’s depth and multiple receiving threats will wear down Glogang’s defense in the second half.

Predicted Quarterfinal Matchups

  • Snowdon Deli Degens vs Uncle Rico’s Ryders
  • Rick and Marty vs Practice Squad III
  • Ball Hawks vs 1-9ers
  • Super Troopers vs Rum & Coke

The question remains: Will experience and statistics triumph, or will playoff magic continue to rule Division D?