After four weeks, only three unbeaten teams remain: the AFC's War Pony and Negligent Discharges and the NFC's Arrogant Americans. Meanwhile, the AFC's Redlegs, the NFC's Whackers, and the PFC's Orangebloods and Boomtown Brawlers are 0-4. Interestingly, both the Redlegs and Brawlers are two-time champions while the Whackers are former champions as well. The conclusion of Week Four also coincides with the initial release of OPR rankings. A team's OPR gives more context to its record: a team with a great record may rank much lower in OPR than teams with worse records, perhaps signaling a market correction to come. For example, the Nightmares are 3-1 but are ranked just below the 1-3 Havoc in OPR with an expected W-L record of 7-6, which is based on the correlation of OPR and final record over 20+ seasons of data.
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Reminder: OPR will be released after Week Four. BOISE, IDAHO--Lost in the excitement of Rivalry Week and playoff-clinching victories, Dead Again manager Mike Schmidt joined a most-unfortunate club last Week 13, losing his 100th OIL matchup. Congratulations, Schmidt!
Several teams in each conference are 0-2 after two weeks, but it's not time to panic. Historically, 0-2 teams turn it around and make the playoffs about 22% of the time. With good roster management and a little bit of luck, these same teams can be 2-2 after Week Four. That increases their playoff chances to almost 42%, which is about where everyone starts the season. Again, OPR will be calculated after Week Four. Click on the standings to view the conferences on Yahoo. Can you believe it? We actually have an NFL season (for now). Here are your standings after Week One of Season 15 of the OIL. The OIL Power Rating (OPR) will make its debut after Week Four. For the sixth year in a row, RateMyLeague.com has reviewed each OIL draft. Below are the audio files and reports. Here is the average ranking of all teams via Yahoo! and RateMyLeague.com:
While no one is certain there will be a full 2020 season, the OIL is ecstatic to announce the results of the 2020 draft—the OIL's 15th. Click on the conference logos above to view each team's draft.
The fine folks at RateMyLeague.com are working on podcasts reviewing each team's draft. Until then, all we have are Yahoo!'s draft rankings. Three months and one global pandemic later, the OIL's 15th season commemorative coins have arrived. Be sure to email the commissioner your address so he can mail yours to your doorstep.
OKLAHOMA CITY — Arrogant Americans manager Justin C. Cliburn announced the first re-brand in franchise history Tuesday. The new identity is a complete 180° from the arrogance and hubris of the Arrogant Americans: Welcome the Underdogs to the OIL. The first Arrogant Americans logo was created 10 years ago today, in time for the 'Mericans' fifth season in the OIL. Now, a decade later, their manager said it had run its course. "The Arrogant Americans brand was good to us for 14 seasons, but it was time for a change," Justin C. Cliburn said. "The new name, logo, and uniforms are based on the humble beagle, which may seem odd to some." Cliburn's first dog was a beagle, and he owned three over his lifetime, most recently "Battle." The color scheme evokes the beloved tri-color beagle, while the helmet is reminiscent of the Philadelphia Eagles — only with a floppy dog ear instead of an eagle's wing. The new brand identity was developed by Impressions Media Group, a graphic design firm based in New York. "Beagles are an honorable breed — kind, curious, active, and blue-collar. They have been working dogs for hundreds of years," Cliburn said. "Their personality is humble, but they have a deafeningly loud bark and howl when provoked. They are small in stature but carry a big stick. In short, they are the ultimate underdog."
When asked how he calls the winningest team in OIL history underdogs, Cliburn was clear. "It doesn't matter what players did before you. Three previous championships have nothing to do with today. This team went 4-9 last season; as a result, they do not deserve to be associated with the glory of the Arrogant Americans. It's time for an attitude adjustment, and the Underdogs name is just the first step." When pressed, Cliburn denied that the identity crisis was in response to Lucky Enuf surpassing the 'Mericans on the all-time championships list. Lucky Enuf won a record-fourth OIL Bowl in 2019. The Underdogs will begin play in 2020, and team merchandise will hit store shelves immediately. Fans may follow the Underdogs on social media at @Underdogs_OIL. #KeepHowling |
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