[center][img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/FlagSteelers-small.png[/img] [size=15pt]-vs-[/size] [img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/BrokeBackCowboys-small.png[/img]<br />[color=red][size=3][u][b]RALPHIS&#039; GAME OF THE WEEK[/b][/u][/size][/color][/center]<br /><br />	The first divisional matchup of the WDC conference this season looks to be a good one as Nostar&#039;s Cowboys go up against LordBritish&#039;s Steelers. Last week, the Brokeback Cowboys dealt a convincing loss to the Doom Raiders while the Flag Steelers were mired by connection issues, resulting in a tie. Though neither team has a recorded loss yet, one will almost certainly have one after this week as this map often reaches five flags per round. The next time these two divisional rivals will meet is week 9, the longest wait for a return game this season.<br /><br />	The Cowboys have all the tools to bring the pain on this map and Nostar is no stranger to it, having won his second MasterBowl title on this map two seasons ago. His team is also equipped to run the same type of scheme that he did with S2009 SUC with Mike in the role of Chewy and Mid/Collision in the role of JKist. As the only team with a win in their conference going into week 2, the Cowboys can further distance themselves from the pack by not only compiling two wins, but beating their divisional opponent.<br /><br />	However, the Flag Steelers have all of the tools needed to get it done. This map caters to a frantic, fast paced offense and the Flag Steelers may be better suited than any other team in the league to do this. The team showed that they can contest adversity when their captain was forced out of the game in week 1 due to connection issues, but they&#039;re going to need more than that this week. Hopefully for the Flag Steelers, LordBritish has no connection issues and is ready to go on Thursday night. With FLS&#039; first line in, the Steelers maybe be able to run with the balance needed to topple the Cowboys.<br /><br />[i]If FLS is met with no connection issues, they can probably pull it off provided they setup and communicate effectively. If not, it will be a two rounder in BBC&#039;s favor.[/i]<br />[center][b]FLS 2-1 BBC[/b][/center]<br /><br />[center][img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/SpreadEagles-small.png[/img] [size=15pt]-vs-[/size] [img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/KillingBrowns-small.png[/img][/center]<br /><br />	The Spread Eagles continue their interconference tour this week as they match up against the IDC North&#039;s Killing Browns. The Spread Eagles enter the game last in the conference at 0-1 after a defeat last week to the Super Chargers while the Killing Browns stand as #1 overall in the IDL. The most interesting aspect of this game however is that earlier this week, both teams traded their first round picks. JoshSmith from the Eagles for KillingBlair of the Browns. Which team got the better end of the deal?<br /><br />	The Spread Eagles are coming off a loss to the reigning champion Super Chargers but can bounce back with a win here. Projecting the WDC, the Eagles need the win here as they go on five game gauntlet entire conference in weeks 4-8. Entering those games with two losses will likely prove problematic for them. Mounting enough offensive pressure while maintaining acceptable control of the middle will be critical for the Eagles this week.<br /><br />	Contrary to a few people I&#039;ve spoken to, I think that the Killing Browns are actually the favorites coming into this match. If JoshSmith can show up for the Browns and play a strong defense while Tai controls the middle, either Strangle or X-Ray should be able to bring in flags. However, Tai is known for being bull-headed and might try to get too tricky for his own good. Even then, the Browns enter this game in a good position regardless of who plays in the third spot.<br /><br />[i]The Killing Browns continue their streak by putting away the Eagles, albeit in two close rounds.[/i]<br />[center][b]SPE 0-2 KGB[/b][/center]<br /><br />[center][img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/DoomRaiders-small.png[/img] [size=15pt]-vs-[/size] [img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/BerserkerPackers-small.png[/img][/center]<br /><br />	This is the only game this week where both teams come in without a win. The Doom Raiders coming off a loss to the Cowboys while the Packers tied it up with the Steelers. Given their conference situations, both teams need a win this week.<br /><br />	The Raiders had a promising showing in week 1 despite a loss to the Cowboys. Goatface is probably one of the least talented captains in the IDL in terms of raw skill, but he more than makes up for that with an intelligence and wit that is far superior to most of the league. Because of this, I predict that the Raiders will do well given another week or two to gel. Unfortunately, I don&#039;t think it will be enough to get them a win this week. The Raiders -must- solidify their play on the defensive end.<br /><br />	I say this because the Berserker Packers only scratched the surface of their power last week without their front line in play and, aside from the Flag Steelers, have what I see as one of the most potent offensive squads in the league. The map caters to their style and Jenova, last season&#039;s flag cap leader, is innovative enough that his team should be able to scramble even the most veteran of defenses. <br /><br />[i]Doom Raiders will come out and continue to get better, but they&#039;ll be fighting an uphill battle. I&#039;d love to see them prove me wrong and get the win this week.[/i]<br />[center][b]DMR 0-2 BSK[/b][/center]<br /><br />[center][img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/ElectricBills-small.png[/img] [size=15pt]-vs-[/size] [img]http://xenaero.googlepages.com/SuperChargers-small.png[/img][/center]<br /><br />[center]Hopefully a good game![/center]