3GML NFL Draft Order - Round 1

1. Jacksonville Jaguars

2. New York Jets

3. San Francisco 49ers

4. Atlanta Falcons

5. Cincinnati Bengals

6. Los Angeles Chargers

7. Detroit Lions

8. Carolina Panthers

9. Denver Broncos

10. Dallas Cowboys

11. New York Giants

12. Philadelphia Eagles

13. Houston Texans

14. Minnesota Vikings

15. Miami Dolphins

16. Arizona Cardinals

17. Las Vegas Raiders

18. Houston Texans

19. Washington Football Team

20. Chicago Bears

21. Indianapolis Colts

22. Tennessee Titans

23. New York Jets

24. Pittsburgh Steelers

25. Jacksonville Jaguars

26. Cleveland Browns

27. Baltimore Ravens

28. New Orleans Saints

29. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

30. Buffalo Bills

31. Baltimore Ravens

32. Green Bay Packers

Miami Welcomed Back Under New (Old) Ownership

In one of the most unsurprising events of all time, the NFL just announced the sale of the Miami Dolphins to their former General Manager who will take over the club’s operations immediately.
“The jokes will write themselves,” EP said. “But I missed the camaraderie with the guys. I didn’t miss the job of GM however, so I just bought the team instead.”
For the past few years EP’s ownership group has been involved in English Football with well-documented success. With his club’s profits needing to be spent, a venture back into American football was the next logical move.
Miami’s first order of business was hiring former Florida Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach Brian Johnson. The 34-year old Johnson quarterbacked the University of Utah in college and was on the cover of EA Sports NCAA Football game.

"Let me explain the job ahead of us very simply," Johnson said. "Our job is to line up five, seven, ten yards in front of a man and run into him full speed." 
The franchise’s leadership structure has a bit of mystery to it as the new owner made it clear that he would not be the team’s GM despite his successful history.
At the news conference were many of the Miami cornerstone players. Desmond King, George Kittle and new QB Jalen Hurts were all in attendance and seemed overjoyed at the news.
“We’re going to bring this franchise back to basics,” Hurts said. “Take care of the football, hit people, and always remember three is better than six.”

2020 Season - Super Bowl LV

 (AFC) New England Patriots vs. (NFC) GREEN BAY PACKERS

TAMPA BAY - The Green Bay Packers finished their unbelievable run with a 30-13 Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots.  The win is the 5th for the historic franchise that won the first Super Bowl back in 1967 and has a the championship trophy named after its hall of fame head coach.

The final score was not indicative of what kind of game fans were treated to at Raymond James Stadium Sunday.  In a back-and-forth affair, the Packers (14-4-1) struck first with a 36-yard touchdown run by Super Bowl MVP Damien Williams.  New England (14-6) struck back on a Damiere Byrd touchdown reception from quarterback Deshaun Watson.  From there, the teams exchanged field goals and headed into the half tied at 10.

The third quarter proved much of the same with both defenses proving their worth and again each giving up a field goal.  Then with the game tied at 13 late in the quarter, the game-defining play that occurs in every Super Bowl happened.  Pressured by the Packer pass rush, Watson rolled out to his left and tried to force something down field.  Waiting in the wings was linebacker Josey Jewell who returned the interception back for a touchdown, completely swinging the momentum in favor of Green Bay.

"Man, you could feel the air let out on their bench after that." Jewell said, "Deshaun is a great player so I just feel so fortunate to help my team win today.  Super Bowl Champs!"

From there, the Patriots struggled to move the ball and an Aaron Rodgers touchdown pass to Damien Williams in the 4th quarter sealed it.  The Green Bay Packers were Super Bowl LV Champions.

The Super Bowl win gives GM SD back-to-back rings and three overall in the 3GML.  "I'm so happy right now.  We're going to celebrate a bit and then get back to work for a busy offseason.  This one feels special." SD said.

The 2020 3GML season was one for the ages and the GMs will now turn their attention to year seven.

2020 Season - Championship Round

NFC Championship - Atlanta Falcons @ GREEN BAY PACKERS

GREEN BAY - With the snow falling at Lambeau Field, the Green Bay Packers punched a ticket to Super Bowl LV with their 40-26 win over the Atlanta Falcons.  The Packers (13-4-1) head back to the Super Bowl for the first time since their Super Bowl 50 loss to the 3GML Miami Dolphins.  However, for GM SD it's his second consecutive trip as GM after the Buffalo Bills won it all last year.

The game itself was a wild one early with Adrian Amos returning a Matt Ryan interception for a touchdown to kick off the scoring.  Atlanta (12-7) answered with a field goal before Tavon Austin returned the ensuing kickoff back for a 91 yard touchdown giving Green Bay a 14-3 lead.  "Oh man, we' haven't had one of those all year." Austin said, "I honestly can't believe that just happened."

After the teams exchanged field goals, the Falcons got a pick six of their own when Foyesade Oluokun intercepted an errant Aaron Rodgers pass.  That's when things settled down and the Packers offense got to work.  From there they scored on each of their remaining drives and Atlanta couldn't keep up.  Key to the surge was once again Damien Williams.  The all league running back moved the chains when his team needed a first down and finished with 30 carries for 170 yards earning him the NFC Championship player of the game award.  "Honored to help this team win.  We going to the Super Bowl Baby!" Williams said.

Green Bay will advance to take on Deshaun Watson and the New England Patriots who are trying to make it six years in a row an AFC East team is the last one standing.  

2020 Season - Divisional Round

 Arizona Cardinals @ GREEN BAY PACKERS

GREEN BAY - The Arizona Cardinals were defeated by the Green Bay Packers 23-18 Saturday night at Lambeau Field in the NFC Divisional Round.  Green Bay (12-4-1) continued their hot streak winning their 5th game in a row and showing everyone how balanced their offensive attack is.

On the ground, All-3GML running back Damien Williams moved the chains at will, rushing 20 times for 150 yds.  In the air, Stefon Diggs caught five passes for 111 yards and a TD.  Throw in recently crowned 3GML MVP Aaron Rodgers (217 yds, 2 TDs) and you have a dangerous mix moving forward.

Arizona (11-7) looked sluggish offensively most of the game and quarterback Kyler Murray found himself scrambling after making one read.  However, with the Green Bay offense stalling in the red zone in the first half, the Cardinals were able to keep in close and headed into half up 9-6.

Green Bay received the 3rd quarter kick off and it was off to the races.  The Packers started with a 41 second drive capped by a 61 yard Diggs touchdown reception.  From there, the Cardinals continued to struggle and the Green Bay offense moved with ease.

What will likely be the talk of pundits everywhere tomorrow will be how former cornerback cast-off Sidney Jones held All-Pro wide receiver Deandre Hopkins to once catch for nine yards.  The 2nd round pick locked Hopkins down all afternoon and stymied the Cardinal passing attack.  

"I was glad coach put trust in me.  Casey [Hayward Jr.] has been the rock of this group but was needed elsewhere in the game plan.  To go from being cut to this shows what happens when you don't quit." Jones said.

Green Bay moves on to host the #2 seed Atlanta Falcons next week in the NFC Championship game with a berth in Super Bowl LV on the line.

2020 Season - Week #17

 Seattle Seahawks @ SAN FRANCISCO 49ers

SAN FRANCISCO - Heartbreak in the city by the bay after the San Francisco 49ers dropped their season finale to the Seattle Seahawks 28-20.  After wins by Atlanta and Arizona, the loss knocked the Niners out of the playoffs and into the offseason.

Defensively, San Francisco (9-6-1, 2-4 NFC West) forced four turnovers from superstars quarterback Russell Wilson.  However, the 49er offense struggled to get into the end zone and Seattle (10-6, 4-2) walked away with the division.

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater struggled to find room to run all afternoon and the absence of Julio Jones compounded the offensive struggles.  Coach Kyle Shanahan wants to see his quarterback get in quality work the next few months after he faded down the stretch in his first full season since 2015.  "Teddy has to have a tremendous offseason." Shanahan said.

San Francisco was hit hard all season by injuries and the fact that they were competing for a division title week 17 was still remarkable.  GM CD will likely look back on this season as one with missed opportunities but will now look forward to improving his roster through the draft and free agency.  "I'm pissed." He said after the game, "But we will move on and work to have the best draft class we can with our picks."

The 49ers have pick 17 in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

GREEN BAY PACKERS @ Chicago Bears

CHICAGO - The Green Bay Packers went into the game with the Chicago Bears fully expecting to walk out with the number five seed in the playoffs regardless of the outcome.  However, an improbable Minnesota loss to Detroit combined with a 28-9 win over the Bears left Green Bay with a division title and number one seed in the NFC.

The Packers (11-4-1, 4-2 NFC North) were once again led by all-everything quarterback Aaron Rodgers who likely locked up his second consecutive 3GML MVP award.  Rodgers threw for an efficient 284 yards a four touchdowns to keep Chicago (6-10, 2-4) from ever thinking they had a shot in this one.  Rodgers ends the year with a 5,000-yard campaign and will look to keep hot in the playoffs.  "We're not done.  Our goal is to bring the Lombardi home." Rodgers said.

Green Bay will get a bye next week and wait to face the lowest advancing seed on the NFC side of the bracket.

Tennessee Titans @ HOUSTON TEXANS

HOUSTON - Comeback game of the year was locked up in this one as Houston overcame a 21-0 deficit the beat the visiting Titans 28-27 Sunday.  The Texans looked all but done after Tennessee scored it's third straight touchdown to open the game on a Derrick Henry run.  However we've seen this team fight back in games all year and this one was no different.

"There's something special about this team." Quarterback Andy Dalton said, "We just don't quit no matter the score.  I'm so proud of the men in that locker room."

After coming out of halftime down 21-3, the Texans used a quick strike 63-yard touchdown to Kenny Stills to claw back into things.  The Texans defense was a brick wall the rest of the way and the door was cracked. After the Titans pushed it to 24-13, Dalton found Sterling Shepard in the end zone to make it 24-20.  Tennessee answered with a field goal and Dalton once again led his team down the field finding little used tight end Ryan Griffin for a 24-yard touchdown giving Houston the lead for good.

GM TH said after the game, "I am so thrilled with how this team performed down the stretch.  To go from 2-9 to 7-9 shows the heart these guys have.  David [Shaw] has done a wonderful job and should be commended for getting every ounce out of his team."

The win combined with a Jacksonville loss to Indianapolis created a three-way tie at the top of the division at 7-9.  However, Houston lost the tie-breaker to the Colts and just missed out on a playoff spot.  "We didn't get in but I still think these last five games give us momentum heading into the offseason." TH Said.

Houston will have pick number 13 in April's NFL Draft.