The 2024 Paydirt tournament, just like the NFL season, did not disappoint! Thirty-three 33 unique players over 40+ games were played in the two conference Heats with 50% of these games being decided by one score or less. There were two overtime games, three games came down to the final play (including the AFC Championship) and a few more that were determined in the game’s final minute. Point spreads are used based on team rating plus the person’s draft bid price (paid in points). This year the play usage restrictions were expanded across all plays not just Draws, Screens and the Medium pass.
AFC
Notable Round 1 Games:
- David Wolf’s Steelers managed 1 point win over Devon Gallagher’s Titans, 20-19!
In a repeat of the actual AFC Championship, Steve Dickson’s Chiefs defeated Dan Long’s Ravens, 18-14!
- Scott Nerney’s Bengals needed a 10 pt. 4th quarter comeback against Kevin Lewis’ Jaguars for a 31-28 final
- Ron Pisarz’ Dolphins stuffed a 2-point conversion attempt by John Shaheen’s Steelers on the final play of the game to win it 24-23
- John Conlon’s Chiefs outlasted Adam Fry’s Patriots, 31-26
Notable Round 2 Games:
- Jacob Hebner’s blew a 15 point lead to Steve Dickson’s Chiefs only to hold them off in Overtime winning by a Field Goal, 32-29
- The other three games were no contests
Notable Round 3 Games
- Terry Coleman’s Dolphins had a big 14 point 3rd quarter to derail Chris Kennington’s Colts, 30-25
- The other three games were no contests
Semifinal
Terry Coleman’s Dolphins were down by 7 to Scott Nerney’s Bengals entering the 4th quarter, but a 17 point quarter led to a 45-43 comeback win. The Bengals went for two (instead of kicking the extra point) to take a 1 point. lead, 43-42 but left just enough time on the clock for Miami to drive and kick the game winning FG!
In a rematch between last year’s Super Bowl competitors Joe Betz (Raiders) was unable to exact revenge over last year’s losing 31-10 to Joe Yaure’s Jets.
AFC Championship
Terry Coleman’s Dolphins vs. Joe Yaure’s Jets: In a surprisingly high scoring affair, maybe Joe needs to send his offensive game plan to the Jet’s organization, Terry and his Dolphins needed a Hail Mary TD result to defeat the Jets, 54-52, on the final play of the game!
NFC
Notable Round 1 Games
- Even Walter’s Cardinals held off Patrick Gallagher’s Packers, 22-16
- Bill O’Neal’s Eagles miss a 54 yard Field Goal on the last play of the game losing to Aaron Birnbaum’s Giants, 27-29
- Harry Flawd’s Eagles lose, 17-20, to Jacob Hebner’s Vikings
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- Joe Betz’ Rams manage a 3 point overtime win over Bruno’s Seahawks, 20-17
- Brian Conlon’s 49ers needed all four quarters to squeak a 41-40 win over Kevin Lewis’ Bears
Notable Round 2 Games
- Glenn Cummins’ Saints convincingly disposed of Brian Conlon’s 49ers, 35-20. This followed a 10 point win over Dallas in the 1st round. Impressive wins by the Saints
- The other games were no contests
Semifinal
Jacob’s Vikings had an easy win over Aaron’s Giants, 20-9.
Glenn’s run with the Saints fell short against Devon Gallagher’s Panthers, 25-30, but this game was not as close as the score. The Panthers held a 23-3 lead entering fourth quarter and held off the Saints comeback.
NFC Championship
Jacob Hebner’s Vikings vs. Devon Gallagher’s Panthers: The Panthers were holding a four point lead late in the first half when the Vikings 2 minute offense kicks in scoring a Touchdown with :40 remaining taking a 17-14 lead into halftime. The Panthers manage a 6 minute drive kicking a Field Goal to tie it, 17-17. The Vikings subsequent drive also answers with a Field Goal, 20-17, Vikings as the 3rd quarter ends. The Panthers fourth quarter drive ends in a turnover on downs with the Vikings capitalizing quickly scoring a Touchdown to take a 10 point lead. The Panthers fumble on their next drive sealing a 27-17 win for the Vikings.
Super Bowl
Terry Coleman’s Dolphins vs. Jacob Hebner’s Vikings: Jacob’s Vikings are hoping to stop back to back Super Bowl wins for Miami. The Dolphins offensive juggernaut manages a 20 point first half which included a 79 yard screen pass Touchdownto Achane. The Vikings competent offense scored 14 on it’s it own and with the +11 point spread held a 25-20 halftime lead. The defenses showed up in the 2nd half with the teams trading field goals in the 3rd quarter, 28-23, Vikings lead entering the 4th quarter. Terry manages a 5 minute drive mid-4th quarter that ends with a Touchdown. A successful 2 point conversion puts Miami up 31-28. Cousins throws an Interception on the Vikings subsequent drive. Miami manages to run the clock down to10 before turning the ball over on downs. The Vikings Hail Mary on the final play was picked off sealing the win for Terry’s Dolphins, 31-28.
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Scott Nerney awaiting GM Ron Pisarz pairings. |
Sean McCulloch getting in a game of Fottball at Seven Springs. |
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Jacob Hebner working his way to the Super Bowl. |
Terry Coleman against Paul O'Neill before heading to the Super Bowl. |
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