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Fonzie · 01-30-2006, 09:59 PM

The Privateers, owned and operated by Fastcat, currently have one of the worst-rated rosters in the league. There's a good reason for that - they're in cap hell. They have only enough cap space to keep 46 players, which is usually a recipe for disaster. This time is no different, as Santa Cruz is off to an 0-3 start. But don't let yourself be misled - there's some real talent on the Privateer's roster. They have some amazing strengths to go along with their fatal weaknesses, including:

RB William Sheehan - William is one of just three players to have rushed for 1000+ yards in every season of the CFL's existence, dating back to 2003 (Arthur Brady and John Lubin are the others), and he remains a force to be reckoned with. He's sporting a 5.2 ypc so far this year, but Santa Cruz hasn't been able to feed him the ball much as they've been constantly playing from behind. If they get a lead they'll start pounding William like there's no tomorrow. Um...sorry if that wording is a bit awkward for you to hear, Mrs. Sheehan. Say, your name isn't Cindy, is it? Just wondering, is all.

The Entire Offensive Line - Damn, this is one scary line. C Ethan Capoccia (91/91) anchors the middle, with studly bookends LT Russell Tollefson (79/81) and RT Noah Smyth (87/91) smothering would-be pass rushers. LG Robert Raines (75/75) helps out in the middle, and 2nd-year RG Preston Hickman (41/53) is the only thing resembling a "weak link" - and he ain't exactly chopped liver, either. Most teams in the CFL would kill for a line like this. Unfortunately for Santa Cruz, the QB they're protecting won't help them win much this year. Deon Tucker (10/53), a 1st-round pick this year, is a long-term project.

The Safeties David - SS David Pitman (88/90) and FS David Visser (67/67) have combined for a total of 47 interceptions and 134 passes defensed in their careers, both of which have been spent exclusively in a Privateer uniform. Michaelangelo might not recognize them, but these Davids are works of art best admired from afar - if you're a quarterback or wide receiver.

01-30-2006, 09:59 PM	#71
Fonzie Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Illinois	Focus On: The Stars of Santa Cruz The Privateers, owned and operated by Fastcat, currently have one of the worst-rated rosters in the league. There's a good reason for that - they're in cap hell. They have only enough cap space to keep 46 players, which is usually a recipe for disaster. This time is no different, as Santa Cruz is off to an 0-3 start. But don't let yourself be misled - there's some real talent on the Privateer's roster. They have some amazing strengths to go along with their fatal weaknesses, including: RB William Sheehan - William is one of just three players to have rushed for 1000+ yards in every season of the CFL's existence, dating back to 2003 (Arthur Brady and John Lubin are the others), and he remains a force to be reckoned with. He's sporting a 5.2 ypc so far this year, but Santa Cruz hasn't been able to feed him the ball much as they've been constantly playing from behind. If they get a lead they'll start pounding William like there's no tomorrow. Um...sorry if that wording is a bit awkward for you to hear, Mrs. Sheehan. Say, your name isn't Cindy, is it? Just wondering, is all. The Entire Offensive Line - Damn, this is one scary line. C Ethan Capoccia (91/91) anchors the middle, with studly bookends LT Russell Tollefson (79/81) and RT Noah Smyth (87/91) smothering would-be pass rushers. LG Robert Raines (75/75) helps out in the middle, and 2nd-year RG Preston Hickman (41/53) is the only thing resembling a "weak link" - and he ain't exactly chopped liver, either. Most teams in the CFL would kill for a line like this. Unfortunately for Santa Cruz, the QB they're protecting won't help them win much this year. Deon Tucker (10/53), a 1st-round pick this year, is a long-term project. The Safeties David - SS David Pitman (88/90) and FS David Visser (67/67) have combined for a total of 47 interceptions and 134 passes defensed in their careers, both of which have been spent exclusively in a Privateer uniform. Michaelangelo might not recognize them, but these Davids are works of art best admired from afar - if you're a quarterback or wide receiver. Last edited by Fonzie : 01-30-2006 at 10:01 PM.