Ultimini XXIX
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| Stadium | Rockstar Stadium, Hollywood USA | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Offensive MVP | Ricky Stanzi, Quarterback (DBD) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Defensive MVP | Sakeem Webb, Cornerback (DBD) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Ultimini Bowl XXIX was an American football game played to determine the champion of the Developmental Simulation Football League (DSFL) for 2046 (S31).
The Southern Football Conference (DSFL South) champion Dallas Birddogs defeated the Northern Football Conference (DSFL North) champion Kansas City Coyotes, 21-30, to win their second Ultimini Bowl championship.
The game was played at Rockstar Stadium located in Hollywood USA.
Contents
Background
Teams
The DSFL North was represented by the Kansas City Coyotes (7-6-1), and the DSFL South was represented by the Dallas Birddogs (9-5).
Kansas City Coyotes
The Coyotes were middling in all categories across the season after missing the playoffs when recording the same record (7-6-1) the previous season. The Coyotes had beaten the Birddogs away from home 42-21 and lost in the reverse fixture 41-27. Andy Fantuz had 1,248 yards and 10 touchdowns whilst Jaycee Higgins had 1,196 yards and 13 touchdowns - both of whom the Coyotes would be seeking to rely on in the biggest game of their season.
Dallas Birddogs
See Also: Dallas Birddogs 2046 Season
The Dallas Birddogs were the top seed and had been on excellent form (barring a 5-9 losing season in 2043 (S28)) since winning Ultimini XXV and had lost in the SFC Championship Game in the last two seasons. Ricky Stanzi led the league in both passing yards and touchdowns whilst Orpheus Czargyros led the league in tackles as the Birddogs brought a league leading offense (464 points scored in the regular season) and a strong defense.
NFC Championship Game
Main Article: 2046 NFC Championship Game
Kansas City Coyotes (7-6-1) vs Minnesota Grey Ducks (8-6) - 30-27
SFC Championship Game
Main Article: 2042 SFC Championship Game
Norfolk Seawolves (9-5) vs Dallas Birddogs (9-5) - 34-37
Ultimini Bowl XXIX
In a thrilling showdown at Ultimini XXIX, the Dallas Birddogs clashed with the Kansas City Coyotes in a battle for championship glory. The Coyotes started strong, converting a 40-yard field goal through Izuku Campbell, followed by a touchdown from Jaycee Higgins, giving them an early 10-0 lead in the first quarter.
However, the Birddogs quickly responded, with Spooky Bazz kicking a 49-yard field goal to put points on the board. Campbell added another field goal for the Coyotes, but Bazz once again showcased his kicking prowess with a successful 44-yard attempt.
Lot Smith VIII extended the Coyotes' lead with another touchdown, but the resilient Birddogs managed to narrow the gap before halftime, as Bazz nailed another field goal with just 19 seconds remaining on the clock.
The third quarter saw a flurry of penalties and changes in possession, with neither team able to add to the scoreboard. However, in the fourth quarter, Birddogs' quarterback Ricky Stanzi took control of the game, connecting with Ivan Toastovich and John Riggins for touchdown passes, giving the Birddogs a narrow lead.
With the game on the line, Riggins sealed the victory for the Birddogs with a gamebreaking 49-yard touchdown run, putting them ahead with just 1:39 left on the clock.
Stanzi was named the MVP of the game, finishing with an impressive stat line of 360 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception. On defense, Sakeem Webb delivered a standout performance with 6 tackles and a crucial interception, helping secure the Birddogs' victory in Ultimini XXIX.
Game statistics
Statistical comparison
| Statistic | Kansas City Coyotes | Dallas Birddogs |
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| First downs | 14 | 21 |
| Third down efficiency | 3/11 | 3/10 |
| Fourth down efficiency | 1/2 | 0/0 |
| Net yards rushing | 96 | 123 |
| Rushing attempts | 25 | 17 |
| Yards per rush | 3.8 | 7.2 |
| Passing (Completions/Attempts) | 25/42 | 24/43 |
| Interceptions thrown | 2 | 1 |
| Net yards passing | 350 | 360 |
| Total net yards | 446 | 483 |
| Fumbles-lost | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Penalties-yards | 5-55 | 4-19 |
| Time of possession | 32:14 | 27:46 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
