Weel 2 Recap: A Family Affair

Week 2 delivered shakeups across CTDB. custom J and Chunky Monkeys both moved to 4–0, separating from the pack as early season pace-setters. Jail Yard Boyz lurk close behind at 3–1, while established powers like Gang Green and the Phreaks found themselves on the wrong side of the scoreboard.

League rules even shaped the storylines. Ping, who championed the new Bonus Win/Bonus Loss mechanic, benefited from it in Week 1 but couldn’t capitalize this time. Facing yet another high-scoring opponent, the Phreaks fell to 1–3 and remain mired in the bottom half despite a strong keeper portfolio.

Meanwhile, Crunch Bunch bounced back from their Week 1 low to unleash one of the highest totals of the season. And quietly, four teams with shared family ties all notched victories, adding an undercurrent of rivalry that could define the playoff race.

Game of the Week: Crunch Bunch (Eddie) 141.5 – Philadelphia Phreaks (Ping) 115.6

This matchup showcased both offensive fireworks and keeper pedigree. Eddie’s Crunch Bunch responded to an anemic Week 1 with a dominant 141.5 outing, headlined by Amon-Ra St. Brown’s 34.7 masterpiece. Bo Nix delivered 28.3 with composure beyond his years, while Tucker Kraft stunned at tight end with 21.4. On the bench, Kenneth Walker III’s 18.3 reminded everyone that Eddie’s depth runs deep.

Ping’s Phreaks weren’t poor — Puka Nacua (23.6), Jahmyr Gibbs (17.9), and Saquon Barkley (16.4) all turned in strong performances. But J.J. McCarthy’s stumble (4.4) left too much ground to cover. It was déjà vu: for the second week in a row, Ping ran into one of the highest scores in the league. Only this time, no bonus win softened the blow.

Implications: For Eddie, the win reasserts Crunch Bunch as a dangerous roster with legitimate upside. For Ping, the standings are deceptive. At 1–3, he looks vulnerable, but with Jefferson, Gibbs, and Barkley in the fold, few will want to see the Phreaks on their schedule.

Other Matchups

Chunky Monkeys (Evan) 142.6 – A Squad Called Blitz (Thien) 105.9

Chunky Monkeys rolled to 4–0 with another big performance. Rome Odunze (28.3) and Jayden Daniels (25.7) formed the offensive core, while Jameson Williams (17.8) chipped in. Drake Maye’s 32.6 sat on the bench, another reminder of Evan’s growing stable of keepers.

Thien’s Blitz put up a fight with Jonathan Taylor (28.5) and Bijan Robinson (18.3), but the Joe Burrow injury has left the team rudderless. CeeDee Lamb’s 15.7 wasn’t enough to offset the QB struggles. Trevor Lawrence (23.0 on the bench) now looms as the obvious pivot.

Jail Yard Boyz (Victor) 130.95 – LA Buffy (Roger) 97.7

Victor Yeh’s Boyz continued their strong start at 3–1. Malik Nabers erupted for 33.2, Ja’Marr Chase followed with 29.5, and Bucky Irving added 15.1. Notably, Victor’s pickup of Quentin Johnston already looks prescient, giving him yet another young WR asset.

Roger’s Buffy had uneven production. Kyler Murray (18.2) was fine, and James Conner (12.6) steady, but Marvin Harrison Jr. managed only 3.7. The Ravens D/ST (13.0) was a bright spot, but Baker Mayfield (26.0) and Stefon Diggs (19.1) on the bench underscored the difficulty of lineup calls in a transitional season.

custom J (Josh) 131.15 – City of Angels Masterminds (Marcus) 116.95

Josh remains unbeaten at 4–0. Lamar Jackson was electric (36.55), De’Von Achane (22.2) flashed elite speed, and Chuba Hubbard added 16.2. Even with Tyreek Hill muted at 13.9 and the Broncos D/ST sinking at –7, the firepower was too much.

Marcus Moore’s Masterminds kept pace longer than expected. Dak Prescott (29.75), James Cook (26.0), and Brandon Aubrey (18.0) all delivered. Jared Goff’s 47.3 on the bench was the story — a lineup call that could have swung the upset. For a rebuilding roster, though, it was an encouraging week.

Battle Angel (Will) 103.55 – Gang Green (Greg) 97.4

Will Lo’s veterans stole the spotlight. Patrick Mahomes (25.95) led the way, Javonte Williams emerged with 22.0, and Travis Kelce chipped in 8.1. Chris Olave’s 19.0 on the bench reinforced the roster’s flexibility.

Greg Ng’s Gang Green finally hit a speed bump. Davante Adams (19.6), Christian McCaffrey (19.7), and Derrick Henry (17.3) all produced, but Josh Allen’s 13.3 fell flat. Caleb Williams (23.05) and Michael Pittman Jr. (19.4) stayed on the bench, and Greg fell to 2–2. It was a rare sub-100 performance for one of the league’s most consistent scorers.

Weekly Awards

• Highest Scorer: Chunky Monkeys (142.6) – Evan’s young roster continues to surge.

• Lowest Scorer: LA Buffy (97.7) – Harrison Jr. and Metcalf fizzled, leaving Roger stranded.

• Future Investment: Drake Maye (32.6, Evan’s bench) – Another foundational piece emerging.

• Win-Now Hero: Jonathan Taylor (28.5, Thien) – A bright spot in a tough week.

• Keeper Goldmine: Malik Nabers (33.2, Victor) – A superstar in the making.

• Game of the Week MVP: Amon-Ra St. Brown (34.7, Eddie) – Sparked Crunch Bunch’s revival.

League Pulse Check

The standings tell the story. At the top, Josh’s custom J and Evan’s Chunky Monkeys sit at 4–0, the league’s only unbeatens. Victor’s Jail Yard Boyz (3–1) aren’t far behind, and Greg’s Gang Green rounds out the contender pack despite a stumble.

Eddie’s Crunch Bunch (2–2) showed they can hang with anyone, while Roger’s Buffy and Ping’s Phreaks sit in the muddled middle but the season istill young. Will’s Battle Angel and Marcus’ Masterminds remain competitive but inconsistent, while Thien’s Blitz (0–4) need a turnaround plan including a new starting QB for the next few months.

The Bonus Win/Bonus Loss rule is already shaping the table, with Ping both benefitting and suffering from it in consecutive weeks. Keeper talent remains concentrated, but surprise wins are keeping the playoff race wide open. As we head into Week 3, no one’s season is over — changes will need to be made soon.