Greatest Family V Fantasy Football League

Congrats to "Jeff Saturday 4Prez"

...and their team captain Katie Matis for winning the 5th installment of the Greatest Family Fantasy Football League. Maybe next year, I will leave the draft in the middle and have my dad draft the rest of my team too.

But as it turns out, KT had proven to have the best team as she was the #1 see going into the playoffs. Things started out bleak for KT with a week 1 loss to the hands of Luke and the "Freaks of Nature".

Wait, the F.O.N. only had 2 wins on the year and one was against KT. That should be a fine just like losing to Average Joes.

Speaking of Average Joes, they had their best year ever with 4 wins (Liam, Chad, Luke, and of course Dog during rivalry week. Im not sure Average Joe's thinks that is much of a rivalry, as they beat them every year.) And if a couple things went their way, had an outside shot of making the playoffs, HA!

I wanted to give everyone a breakdown of the payouts as well. Going to do things a little different that I think everyone will like and be OK with. I probably should have put this out there at the beginning of the year but.......I just now thought of it.

Tournament Champ - $60 - Trophy with name engraved

Tournament 2nd place - $20

Aunt Connie Division Champ - $10

Aunt Janie Division Champ - $10

A win during Rivalry week - $5

This makes the regular season a little more interesting and makes Rivalry week much more interesting than it already is.

See you all next year! Or at least until we see each other again.

I love you all,

Mic

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Fantasy is Back!!

Exactly what we have ALLLLLL been waiting for!  The return of football brings the return of the Matis Fantasy League, and we definitely have some updates for ya.

This year also brings the return of the hated arch-rival of
Not Last Again (managed by Dog)....

THE AVERAGE JOES!!

[Sidenote] For Da Love of Ray-J is taking a leave of absence this year as they are nurturing an addition to the organization.  A year off may be the right move and they just might come back to the league with a new team name!  We wish them the best of luck!

BACK TO LIVE ACTION...

Last night, we celebrated Andrew James Matis's 2nd 21st birthday with Pot Roast Nachos, Brownies and the drawing for the draft order.  (Over 75% of the league was present, so those of you who weren't there....too bad).

And here is the draft order from 13 to 1:

13. Liam - The Arrrgh Matis!
12. Luke - Freaks of Nature
11. Colleen - Colleen T (reeeeeeal creative)
10. Chad - 3 Knuckled Squirrel
9. Heather - Header
8. Micky - Redeem Team
7. Sammy - the butt itchers
6. Andy - [name has yet to be entered]
5. Michael - 2wenty 2wo's
4. K.T. - Jeff Saturday 4Prez
3. Willie & Ash - Greenwood Rattlers
2. Dog - [name has yet to be entered]
1. Plain Gma - [name has yet to be entered,
                         most likely - Gridiron Grandma]

Good luck to all, and see you on Sunday - 4pm is grub time, draft immediately after!

By the way, the dinner is a "going away" dinner for Micky Matis and a "get the heck out of our house" dinner for Andy Matis.  Spicy Meat & Pork Tenderloins will be served. #lovin

Love you all,

Willie

Ata boy Micky! Congrats. Touche. Good Job. Way to go. Other positive comments.

We all knew you had it in ya, seriously. Glad you got it to come out.

I feel a couple summer battles coming on.

Michael

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Celeb Look-a-like

I can say with 100% confidence that Micky wouldnt shoot an 80 on Sunday at Augusta

I just hope someday he can shoot an 80, anyday at Shank

Mic

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Oh, Vegas buh?

So far, March has had several surprises. Penn State making the final game in the B1G championship game. Alabama and Colorado getting snubbed by the NCAA. And Andy Matis getting woken up by the beloved Aunt Janie with the news that he too shall be joining us in Sin City. #lemoneveryminuteofit.

If you wanna find me, Ill be at: Black Jack/craps/3 card poker table, Caesar's sports book, or throwing coins in the Bellagio fountain wishing that the Denny's down the street was a Waffle House.



Love,

Mic

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9 Days

Micky needs to come out of his shell before college

New Job

Since I dont talk to all of you nearly as much as I should, I feel like I need to update you all with the happenings of Michael Matis.

Earlier this week I started a new position with Clear Channel Outdoor. So far its been pretty cool. All the people are very welcoming and eager to assist in my learning of the business and I got an office which is a bonus. So for all of you keeping track at home, that means Katie and I have an office and Joey does not.

I feel as if after we win millions in Vegas, we should get a Team Matis billboard. I know a guy who can get us a great price.

P.S. Vegas in 4 weeks, but nobody is counting.


Mic


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Hilarious!

http://www.wimp.com/animalvoiceovers

Congrats!

Congratulations to Michael Matis.. our League Champion!  All Eyes on Mic getting the performance he needed from Mike Vick and LeSean McCoy to pull out the win against the 3 Knuckled Squirrel.  You must have gotten a lot of tips from that guy in the background of this picture.

Alright, alright... Fantasy Football is over!  Michael has the prizes so contact him NOT ME for your money if you feel that you won any.

Wow!  Fantasy is over, what do we talk about now?  COLTS MADE THE PLAYOFFS AND I WORK MCQ'S THAT NIGHT!! Come visit me!

Anyway, if anyone has suggestions on what to talk about.. Comment below!
If anyone has pictures that they would like posted on the blog.. Email me!
If anyone needs a hug... Ask me!

Love you all.. Congrats Mic!

It All Comes Down to this...

Why would it not end up this way? DUH!

This entire season has been a roller coaster of emotion for each team (well maybe with the exception of (Not) Last Again, Jeff Saturday Matis, and The Arrrrgh Matis/The Hospital/That one CFL Team Name)... HOWEVER! The championship has now come down to a TUESDAY NIGHT GAME.  Yes, my friends and family, fantasy football also gets affected by the perils of winter.

Going into tonight's game All Eyes on Mic is trailing the 3 Knuckled Squirrel by 15.8 with Michael Vick and LeSean McCoy to go.  3 Knuckled Squirrel is hoping that the snow in Philly can just keep those two out of the end zone and rely on the leg of one David Akers.




^^Green "Akers" is the place to be!


Make sure to tune in to tonight's game!  As for the Consolation Ladder - who really cares?!?  Obviously Sammy doesn't starting Kyle Orton (DNP) and Maurice Jones-Drew (DNP) and got KILLED by Gridiron Grandma.  The other placeholders are as follows: 3rd - Redeem Team (Micky), 4th - For Da Love of Ray-J (LJ & Ray), 5th - Greenwood Rattlers (myself/the only owner with a team hat), 6th - the flyswatters (Luke), 7th - Gridiron Grandma (Plain Grandma), and 8th - The Pretty Boys (Sammy).

Love you all!  Good Luck to Chad because you get an extra $10 if you knock of the #1 seed in the playoffs!

Championship Week!

Monday Night Football Fanfare Theme Song

"Well here we are folks, Championship Week. All that preparing we did in August is about to pay off. All of the research on who you can get in which round has gotten us where we are today. It is down to two competitors to determine who will take home the Mary Matis Trophy in this years Greatest Family FFL. It seems fitting that the two finalist are the top two seeds in the tournament, and have the highest tournament points thus far.

Its gonna be a grind.

In one corner, we have the 3 Knuckled Squirrels led by Chris Johnson and Jay Cutler and coached by Chad Rumsey who is in his 4th year in th league. Chad is still reeling from that first round loss to his lovely bride last year when his was the #1 seed going ionto the tournament. This year he is determined to finish the year on a high note. When asked about that loss, he had this to say. "You know, that was a tough one to swollow. I felt like I had a team to contend for a title and we came up a little short. Also, losing to my wife stung a little but. Im not saying she doesnt know what shes doing because she clearly does, but I feel like I lose every argument with her so when we met in the playoffs I really wanted to kick th........." We lost video feed.

In the other corner, we have All eyes on Mic, led by the resurgance of Mike Vick, LeSean McCoy, Amad Bradshaw and coached by legendary Michael Matis. Michael is coming off a disppointing 2009 season where is barely made the playoffs before getting blasted out of it in the fisrt round. This years sqaud looks ready and determined. We had a chance to sit down with the leader of the Mic's and this is what Mike Vick had to say when asked about the championship game. "We're ready. You know, this team was built for the postseason really. I know we had a very good regular season but that is behind us now. We are playing great football, putting up a lotta points and the Squirrles should be concerned. I just wanna thank Coach Matis for taking a chance on me. After not getting drafted, I was sitting on the waiver wire wondering if I was ever going to be given a chance to compete in this league again, coach Matis took that chance and I am going to repay him with a title." Strong words from a strong man.

Regardless of who wins, I am looking forward to a great game, with a lot of points scored and at the end, someone will walk outta here champion of the league and someone else will just walk outta here. Good luck to all and to all a good night.

Mic

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Happy Birthday Uncle Jim

You may be "Dog" to the rest of the world, but to us you are Dad and Uncle Jim. Thanks for all you do.

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Happy Birthday Aunt Janie!

Happy Birthday to the greatest Aunt anyone could ask for. You have always been there for each and every one of us kids and we can never repay you for that. We are very blessed to have you in each one of our lives. Love you Jane Dog!

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The ________ Four

Yes, I do not know what adjective to place here (although I think I have an idea what word Aunt Colleen would choose).

WE ARE DOWN TO THE LAST FOUR PEOPLE!!
           --I need help with an adjective so leave a comment on what you think it should be!

Anyways, these "adjectiveless" four have shown strength in the first round of the playoffs.  All scoring at least 112 points EXCEPT the Redeem Team who got FREAKIN LUCKY that the Ravens D got gassed in the 2nd half.  Props to Matt Schaub and the Texans for that 2nd half performance but dangit why did it have to happen now.

I just realized that the ladies only had one team present in the playoffs, Gridiron Grandma (swiftly sliding into the last seed).  However, she was quickly put to bed by Mr. I NEVER respect my elders, Mike Matis.  I am excited to see how these last four play against each other, all are in the top 5 for scoring on the year and do not look like they will be slowing down.  Good luck to

All Eyes on Mic - Michael Matis
3 Knuckled Squirrel - Chad Rumsey
For Da Love of Ray-J - Ray and LJ Matis
Redeem Team - Micky "the worst" Matis (sorry I had to take some shots here, I'm bitter)


All Eyes on Mick plays his godson and nephew, For Da Love of Ray-J: Mic has shown that he doesn't respect his elders and he has shown earlier this season that it DOES NOT MATTER, he will still beat you even if he takes the vows of Christianity for you (in the same day).

3 Knuckled Squirrel takes on the Redeem Team who shows late power just like the Texans Offense that he relies on.  Chad has shown high scoring all year; however, as I have so boasted all year RUNNING BACK RUNNING BACK RUNNING BACK... My stable failed me yesterday, but Micky has the league leader and Chad has an underperforming star.. I am really looking forward to this one.

LOVE YOU ALL! The championship just so happens is falling on Christmas weekend so please, playful jabbing - don't let it turn it hurtful or Heather will take her anger out on you!

Peace - W












By the way, I was losing by 5 in another league and this play won it for me b/c I have the Ravens D/ST.



 

Correction

So......as it turns out, the NFL released their stats for this past weekends games as they do every week. However, as it does tend to happen every once in a while, yahoo! and the NFL had differences. That being said, Mike Williams (TB-WR) was credited with only having 59 yards when he actually had 68 yards.

Now here's why this matters:

Gridiron Grandma has Mike Williams on her team and if you all can remember, she lost to Dog by a very slim margin. With that loss, Heather had a better record and thus the final spot in the playoffs. HOWEVER, with the adjusted scores Grandma ended up winning that game and Heather and Grandma ended the season with identical records. The first tiebreaker is total points scored for the year and Grandma had more points thus allowing her into the playoffs in the 8th and final spot.

This is a sctiky situation, one that I have never seen before. However, I can say confidently that they got it correct. It does stink for Heather and I apologize for that but I dont have any control over this. I just saw it this morning myself.


Mic

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The time is now!

The playoffs are here!  (and that theme song always gets me ready for sundays!!)

(1) All Eyes on Mic
(8) Header

(4) flyswatters
(5) For da Love of Ray-J

(3) Greenwood Rattlers
(6) Redeem Team

(2) 3 Knuckled Squirrel
(7) The Pretty boys

First of all, for those in the playoffs, good work but the real season starts now!  And, for those of you who aren't in it, feel free to start an office pool, bring the bracket to school with you, or fill it out and follow along! Whatever you need to do to ease the sting of not making the playoffs is up to you.

The season ending week was a microcosm of the entire season.. D-R-A-M-A!  Not last again edging out Gridiron Grandma by 0.2 points?!? Ending her season by knocking her out of the playoffs?!? And letting Header, who won 6 of her last 7 to sneak in and give her a chance at another title.  The big seeds won easily in the last game of the year EXCEPT for the flyswatters who may have shown some weakness that has been seen in previous years!

Not much to say now because we all have to let our teams do the talking.. Good luck to all and see everyone on December 23rd (aka Zannadoo "Ribs & Bones" will be playing at McQ's; I have to work)

Love you all!

And, oh by the way

CHAMPS

Whew!

I just looked at and studied the possible outcomes for the playoffs and the who might be in and who might be out possibilities made me have to get another cup of coffee because there are several ways this thing could turn out. As I see it, there are 4 teams fighting for 2 spots. in the driver's seat are the Redeem Team and (dare I say) Header who is on a 5 game winning streak. On the putside looking in are the 4-7 Grandma's of the Gridiron and even EdmintonEskimoPies, I mean the Hospital, I mean the Arrrrrgh Matis!. The thing with all theses teams is that they all won this week making there case even stronger every week. Liam has put up back to back 140+ scores making his point total a factor when it comes to ties but he still has some work to do and needs some help. Grandma is the same way. For Micky and Heather, its simple, you win and your in. But if you lose, you have two hungry little hippo's nipping at your toes.

As for the top spot, it is a 3 dog race. Myself, William, and the out-of-nowhere Luke are in a heated battle. With the squirrel of the 3 knucckled version losing this week to Heather (Ill bet that is a friendly household on Sundays when these two square off) it opens the door wide open to Willie, myself and Luke.


P.S. this is why I love fantasy football.


If my math is correct and there is a strong possibility that it is not, but if the playoffs were today the would be as follows:

1) Greenwood Rattlers
8) Header

4) 3 Knuckled Squirrel
5) For da love of Ray-J

3) flyswatters
6) The Pretty boys

2) All eyes on Mic
7) Redeem Team

However, I doubt that this is how it ends up. Ohh baby, next week is a BIG week.

I love you all,

Mic




If anyone has pics from Thanksgiving, we should put them on here.

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Ooga Chacka! Ooga-Ooga-Ooga Chacka!

From all of us who bare the Matis name...Happy birthday Willie.

You are clearly the glue that keeps this family together, other than Me, Katie, Aunt Janie, Your dad, my Dad, my Mom, your Mom, Andy, Joey, Leah, Micky, Luke, Sammy, LJ, and Ray-ray. But other than that, your the man.

However, dont take my kindness as a weakness. I shall not roll over for the Rattlers this week in fantasy. I need a big win. I bow down to no man.

But seriously, love ya buddy and Happy Birthday,

Michael

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