Week 14 Preview

Orlando at Birmingham

The Fire were 9-2 this year but have dropped two straight and dont want to enter the playoffs on a 3 game losing streak, they entertain Orlando who had a great win over Mexico last week and are definately a team to watch next year. However they are 4-3 at home but just 1-5 on the road so may struggle in this game. If Birmingham lose and either Ohio or NY win then Birmingham will lose the AFC East. NY have beaten Birmingham twice and Ohio are tied 1-1 with the Fire but have a better divisional record, huge game for the Fire.

Birmingham by 7

Sacramento at New York

Its been a great season for the Knights who have rebounded from last years disaster with a trip to the playoffs this year. He suffered criticism in Barcelona last year but GM Phil Schofield has made several great moves for his team this year and they look talented all over. Its been an up and down year for Sacramento, they suffered a bad loss last week and are looking forward to next year. They have potential in QB Drew Olsen but need more help.

New York by 10

Ohio at Mexico

Ohio are glad they dont have to worry about winning this game, theyre already in the playoffs, Mexico suffered an embarassing defeat last week allowing a season high 38 points to Orlando, they think that was a 'fluke game' and say they will be back to their best this week. Mexico are 6-0 at home and will want to beat up Ohio here who they might face a week later in the playoffs.

Mexico by 7

Raleigh-Durham at San Antonio

The Riders had a disappointing loss last week getting blown out by playoff bound Ohio. However this game is all about Curtis Alexander who has a chance to break the all time rushing mark against his old team. Raleigh are just 1-5 on the road so dont expect a win from the Skyhawks but Alexander could do something special.

San Antonio by 3

Berlin at Amsterdam

This is the game everyone will be tuning in for. Can Amsterdam go 14-0 ? Berlin were on fire last week and were superb but Avon Cobourne is nursing an injury and the Thunder are 0-6 on the road this year. Surely the Admirals wont mess up this close to an amazing record ? Nate Hybl has been great the second half of the season and is finally looking like a 1st round pick. Amsterdam should win this one though

Amsterdam by 7

Montreal at Rhein

QB Dave Ragone faces his former team in a huge matchup for the Fire. Rhein are 6-7 and have lost 3 straight and need to win here to stand any chance of making the playoffs, if they win and Frankfurt win then there'll be 3 teams with a 7-7 record and who knows who will go through ! As for Montreal theyve lost an unthinkable 3 straight games and will miss the playoffs for the first time in 13 seasons.

Rhein by 3

London at Frankfurt

This is the other huge game this week. If Frankfurt win then they will tie London and move ahead with the tiebreaker, however if Rhein win then 3 teams will be at 7-7 and who knows who will go through ! London have been superb lately with 3 straight wins but now travel to Frankfurt where the Galaxy are 4-2 at home. London have played well on the road but need to come away with a win to 100% seal their playoff fate. This will be one close game.

Frankfurt by 3

Austria at Scotland

Both teams will want to go through this game without any injuries, Scotland have sealed the #2 position in the playoffs and the DarkKnights will probably face Scotland a week later as theyve practically sealed up the top wildcard spot. Look for backups galore in this game but HB Sandino Octobre wants his 1000 yards rushing.

Scotland by 7

Paris at Barcelona

Believe it or not a lot of fans will be watching this one. Barcelona are on a 27 game losing streak and have one of their best chances here, Paris are 0-6 on the road this year, they do well at home but not travelling. Barcelona have a great chance to stop another 0-14 year, QB Tee Martin shows flashes of brilliance but the Dragons just cant run the ball. HB Jamal Robertson looks their best bet on the ground as he should start again. We think the Dragons get their win !

Barcelona by 3