First off, thank you all for participating in the GM League this year. The amount of participation we had this year was head and shoulders above the past years with 29 GMs submitting a final roster. The rookies we had this year were fantastic and I thought they all caught up real quickly and did a great job. Special thanks for Mach for helping me with this as well as figuring out the salaries of all the players. If this place were smart, they'd get him to be the forum's capologist... A big thanks to all the people who helped update the free agency as well as cleaning up any trouble that may have occurred. Also thank you to Coke Zero for being the first ever GML sponsor apparently. Without further ado, here are the voting results.
GM of the Year
Bdogtitan11, UCFINatic, & AshyLarry - Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars GMs took arguably the worst team in the NFL and turned them into a contender. Chad Henne and Blaine Gabbert into Matt Ryan, an injury-prone MJD into a promising second year running back in Doug Martin, replacing Justin Blackmon with Stevie Johnson and Brian Hartline to form a dynamic trio when adding Cecil Shorts to the mix. The offensive line is solid from left to right: Duane Brown, Chris Kuper, Dan Koppen, Willie Colon, and Gosder Cherilus. They turned the Jaguars defense into a promising 3-4 nightmare. With Ndamukong Suh, Ryan Pickett, and Red Bryant clogging the line up front helping Anthony Spencer and Shaun Phillips wreck havoc in the backfield. The inside linebackers may be young but when you have two of the most promising inside linebackers that the draft has to offer in Kevin Minter and Arthur Brown... things could be worse. To cap off their defense is a strong secondary consisting of Ladarius Webb, Chris Harris Jr, Thomas Decoud, and Major Wright. Overall there isn't another team that deserves this award than the Jaguars so congratulations to the three of you!
GM of the Year Standings
1. Jacksonville Jaguars - 29 points
2. Miami Dolphins - 19 points
3. Cincinnati Bengals - 17 points
4. Seattle Seahawks - 16 points
5. Green Bay Packers - 7 points
6. Tennesee Titans - 6 points
7. Indianapolis Colts - 5 points
8. St. Louis Rams - 4 points
8t. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 4 points
10t. New York Jets - 3 points
10t. San Francisco 49ers - 3 points
12. Pittsburgh Steelers - 2 points
13t. Carolina Panthers - 1 point
13t. Philadelphia Eagles - 1 point
13t. New York Giants - 1 point
13t. Arizona Cardinals - 1 point
Team on the Rise
Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars have acquired a lot of young talent on offense and defense. When you have a young franchise quarterback like Matt Ryan on the team, it's easy to see that they can only continue to get better from here.
Team Built for Now
Houston Texans
The Texans window is somewhat small with Peyton Manning approaching the big 4-0 however you can't say he won't have help in Houston. Andre Johnson, Justin Blackmon, and Brandon Stokley will look to make life easy for #18.
Free Agent Steal of the Year
Cary Williams, CB - $2.0M - Houston Texans
There is no reason that Cary Williams went for $2,000,000.00 when players who shouldn't even be starting are going for nearly $5,000,000.00. This is easily the biggest steal in free agency, hands down.
Draft Steal of the Year
DJ Hayden, CB, Houston (Miami Dolphins)
Many felt the Dolphins made a great pick in the third round when they selected DJ Hayden. When the GML draft occurred, many experts felt Hayden was a likely day two pick however the NFL disagreed as he went in the top fifteen in the NFL Draft.
Trade of the Year
Jacksonville Jaguars & Atlanta Falcons - Matt Ryan/Tom Brady Trade
This was the trade that changed the outlook on these two teams. Atlanta is clearly in win now mode by adding the best quarterback in the NFL at the ripe age of 35 and Jacksonville gives themselves an extra 5-10 years of great quarterback play.
Best in Trades
Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville was wheeling and dealing all the time and when you look at where they started and how they finished, it's easy to see why they won this award handily.
Best in Free Agency
Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers had a plan and they stuck with it. While many disagreed with trading Ben Roethlisberger to move up to select Dee Milliner, you cannot argue their free agency success. Jake Long, Louis Delmas, Paul Kruger, and many more big names are now in the Steel City.
Best in Draft
Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins were money in rounds two through four. Justin Hunter (2), Jamar Taylor (2), Kiko Alonso (3), and Le'Veon Bell (4) went in round two in the NFL and they snagged GML Draft Steal of the Year, DJ Hayden, in round three.
Feud of the Year
VanDolphan vs Vengeful Odin
I think it's safe to say that this feud won handily for good reason. Someone was a little tired of how the Bills GM was doing his business and that someone was the Vikings GM. Good thing they only see each other once every four years.
Most Improved GM
Sean
Sean won a lot of trades this year and it's easy to see why he was voted Most Improved GM. He seemed to have a plan in place and stuck with it, which is always a better idea than winging it.
Rookie GM of the Year
Die Nasty
A lot of rookies did a great job this year but the Titans GM took the cake with his ability to win in all phases: Trades, Free Agency, and the Draft. He nearly won Best Draft so it is telling how well he did a first year GM.
Best Offense
Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals offense is very dynamic with a plethora of playmakers. Their offensive line isn't as good as some of the others however it's good enough to protect Andy Dalton long enough to make a play. This will be a team to beat in the AFC.
Best Defense
Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins didn't make a ton of flashy moves on defense but it's their overall depth that makes them the best defense. Most defenses have one small weakness but you can't say that Miami has any glaring holes anywhere on this side of the ball.
Best Offensive Weapons (RB/WR/TE)
Cincinnati Bengals
This is a no brainer. Ray Rice. Brandon Marshall. Demaryius Thomas. Stedman Bailey. Jermaine Gresham. Martellus Bennett. I'm pretty sure even a Division 3 college quarterback could lead this offense to the playoffs.
Best Offensive Line
Green Bay Packers
The Packers went from seeing their offensive line be a weakness to a true strength. Adding arguably the best left tackle in the NFL as well as blue chip prospect in Jonathan Cooper made this an easy choice.
Best Front Seven
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Buccaneers have a lot of pieces on their front seven that could make them a very scary team. Their linebackers look beastly with Jarvis Jones, DeMeco Ryans, and Lavonte David and when you add in their pass rushers and overall depth: Simply outstanding.
Best Secondary
Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles brought in the best cornerback tandem in the NFL and a very strong nickel cornerback. Their safeties are excellent as well with Kenny Phillips and Kam Chancellor manning the two deep coverage.
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Seriously, the retention and participation was superb this year. As I said in the vote thread, the rookie class was phenomenal, and part of that goes back to getting people in here who know their team. I don't have hard data handy but this has to be the best retention and voter turnout in a while, which I know some expected the opposite. You guys were amazing all around from vets to rooks.
And to return Griddles' reach around, as always, he deserves a hand for the sheer amount of organization that goes into this thing. The fact he's willing to accept new ideas, to work with people on things and deal with the complaints is nothing short of amazing. Truly blessed to have someone put this much effort into something for fun without it devolving into a giant unorganized mess.
Also, Coke Zero. We need more funding.wakeupitsfootball, 305, Vengeful Odin and 4 others like this. -
Thanks to all those who voted for me. Honored to get GM of the Year, as I know there's always a talented and deserving group of GMs to go up against.
Major, major props to GIK and all the mods who make this possible. I know we often note how hard you guys work, but I want to reiterate how much we appreciate it. This league is a ton of fun and it wouldn't be possible without your tireless efforts.
Also thanks to my co-GMs, UCFFinatic and Ashy Larry. Taking over the Jags, I knew it would be a complete tear-down, and the time they put in helping me form a direction and make moves set this team over the top.
The amount of solid teams out there was incredible. I really feel that 4-5 GMs could have easily taken this award. The rookies were sensational too, as they were active from the get go and put together very respectable rosters. Really impressed by a ton of participants this year...and I can't wait to get after it again in 2014!305, Boik14, Vengeful Odin and 4 others like this. -
Congrats to all the winners. And an Armando Salguero high five to all of us losers as well. :wink2:
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Congrats to the Jags. Big winners this year.
Best draft was a real toss up.
I feel like Tampa got jilted from best defense contention.Vengeful Odin, Die_Nasty and Bdogtitan11 like this. -
Good year, everyone did well.
Welcome Bdog and co to the hallowed halls of those who have won the GMOTY awards.
I would also like to announce my retirement and to all a good night.Vengeful Odin, Die_Nasty, Paul 13 and 1 other person like this. -
Thanks all for a very fun experience, I suppose I'm going to have to settle for rookie of the year this year.
Everyone was so receptive and did a hell of a job this year. It's great to win rookie of the year in a year with so many great rookies.
I'll be back next year and shooting for GM of the year.Boik14, Vengeful Odin and Bdogtitan11 like this. -
I hear he sends dick pics to Mach too so pretty uncanny resemblance IMO.Big E likes this. -
Congrats to all winners. I'm not going to lie, a little bitter to leave empty handed this yr, but all be warned next yr kid gloves are off. :)
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Great year makes offseeason fun appreciate all the efffort put in to run it. Thank you
For those that didnt like the Roethlisberger trade, neither did I but without it I dont win Best in FA cause I dont have the cap room. That trade saved me 30 mil in cap space. when cash strapped, hard decisions have to be made.
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I had a lot of fun. Amped up a personality, played fast and loose (I mean how many trades did I make with people that took all of 2 PM's and done? ;p) with a piss poor Bills roster.
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Congrats fellas, fun year. sorry I didnt get around to voting, I was on planes and in airports all week burrying a friend who died, yesterday was mothers day, I was at my parents all day. I had a blast with everyone, my favorite year yet. Thanks guys, and thanks griddles, mach and everyone who ran this thing like friggin pros. Well done.
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The Washington Redskins can't help but question the integrity of the voting process. The best team received 0 GMOY votes.
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Looking back at it, the Redskins did get a raw deal. Solid job, they were definitely overlooked.
Surprised that Seattle got shut out, shocking.Boik14 likes this. -
I think Sean is the only two time winner of that award. I'm not sure there has been a two time GMOTY winner, but I think one person has...
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Thanks for taking me in this year guys. A bit disappointed that I'm leaving empty-handed but there's no doubt I'll be back next year. Take care.
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Previous Award Winners
GM of the Year
2008 Miami Dolphins (Schisno)
2009 Houston Texans (UCF Finatic)
2010 Cleveland Browns (Fin-Omenal)
2011 Philadelphia Eagles (UCF Finatic)
2012 Pittsburgh Steelers (Boik14)
Most Improved GM of the Year
2009 San Diego Chargers (Paul13)
2010 St Louis Rams (Big E)
2011 Washington Redskins (Sean)
2012 St Louis Rams (Fin-Omenal)
Rookie GM of the Year
2009 Cincinnati Bengals (Alen1 & Vengeful Odin)
2010 Chicago Bears (Section 126)
2011 Cleveland Browns (Desides)
2012 Jacksonville Jaguars (Bdogtitan11)
Team On The Rise
2009 Kansas City Chiefs (Schisno)
2010 Detroit Lions (Duss)
2011 Arizona Cardinals (Sports24/7)
2012 Indianapolis Colts (GridIronKing34)
Team Built For Now
2009 Indianapolis Colts (Clark Kent)
2010 Baltimore Ravens (Tractor Traylor)
2011 Atlanta Falcons (UCFinfan86)
2012 New York Giants (UCFinfan86)
Best In Trades
2009 Houston Texans (UFC Finatic)
2010 Cleveland Browns (Fin-Omenal)
2011 Philadelphia Eagles (UCF Finatic)
2012 New York Jets (Schisno)
Trade Of The Year
2010 St Louis Rams (Big E) & Chicago Bears (Section 126) - RB Steven Jackson, WR Brooks Foster for RB Matt Forte, TE Greg Olsen, WR Johnny Knox
2011 San Francisco 49ers (alen1) & Baltimore (Skeet84) & Oakland Raiders (King Felix)
San Francisco Receive:
Lamarr Houston DL $405,000.00, 1.19(From Baltimore), 3.81 (From Oakland), 7.215(From Baltimore)
Baltimore Receive:
Rolando McClain LB $1,050,000.00, Tyvon Branch DB $555,000.00, 1.28(From Oakland), 1.31(From Oakland), 2.48(From Oakland)
Oakland Receive:
Dennis Pitta, TE, $405,000, Paul Kruger, DE, $480,000, Ed Reed, FS, $6,500,000, 1.7(From San Francisco), 2.46 (From Baltimore)
2012 New York Giants (UCFinfan86) & Baltimore Ravens (Silverphins) - DL Chris Canty, RD3 (#96) for DL Haloti Ngata, RD6 (#189)
Best In Free Agency
2009 Kansas City Chiefs (Schisno)
2010 Indianapolis Colts (Boik14)
2011 Denver Broncos (GridIronKing34)
2012 Pittsburgh Steelers (Boik14)
Free Agent Steal Of The Year
2009 DL Greg Ellis $1,500,000 - Green Bay Packers (Gish)
2010 DL Adewale Ogunleye $300,000 - Denver Broncos (NickyNapoleon)
2011 OT Vernon Carey $1,100,000 - San Francisco 49ers (alen1)
2012 DL Paul Solial $3,200,000 - Pittsburgh Steelers (Boik14)
Best In Draft
2009 Washington Redskins (Skull Destroyers)
2010 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Vengeful Odin)
2011 Kansas City Chiefs (Vengeful Odin)
2012 Baltimore Ravens (Silverphin)
Draft Steal Of The Year
2009 Bradley Fletcher selected RD7 (#217) - Miami Dolphins (Stitches)
2009 Josh Freeman selected RD2 (#51) - Chicago Bears (B. Sebo)
2010 Ryan Matthews selected RD2 (#49) - Buffalo Bills (dukane5/Silverphin)
2011 Jake Locker selected RD2 (#45) - Minnesota Vikings (Schisno)
2012 Mark Barron selected RD1 (#32) - Tennessee Titans (Paul13)
Feud Of The Year
2009 Fin-Omenal vs SickFinFan33
2010 Not Awarded
2011 PSG vs Gish vs Schisno (Peyton Manning Fiasco)
2012 Toddsphin vs Moderators (The Ban)
Best Offense - Introduced 2011
2011 Philadelphia Eagles (UCF Finatic)
2012 New England Patriots (Skeet84)
Best Defense - Introduced 2011
2011 Kansas City Chiefs (Vengeful Odin)
2012 New York Giants (UCFinfan86)
Best Offensive Line - Introduced 2011
2011 Philadelphia Eagles (UCF Finatic)
2012 New York Jets (Schisno)
Best Secondary - Introduced 2011
2011 Green Bay Packers (Stringer Bell)
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Awards Started in 2012
Best Offensive Weapons - Philadelphia Eagles (SICK)
Best Front Seven - New York Giants (UCFinfan86)
2011 Only Awards
Best RB Duo/Tandem - Kansas City Chiefs (Vengeful Odin)
Best WR Unit - Philadelphia Eagles (UCF Finatic)
Best Defensive Line - Denver Broncos (GridIronKing34)
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Agreed! But hey i walked away with best front 7, so im pretty happy about that. Not to shabby for a rookie. Had my eye on rookie gm of the year as well and i think i finished like 4th(out of 6) for that, but somehow got a couple 2nd place votes for gm of the year lol either way had a great time and im really looking forward to next season. Thanks for haven me fellas!!BuckeyeKing likes this. -
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UCF did win it twice, it seems.UCF FINatic likes this. -
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