ZHWFFL Playoffs: Drama at Every Level of the Bracket

The ZHWFFL postseason continued last week with a full slate of matchups that underscored why fantasy football remains unpredictable until the final whistle. Across the semifinals, consolation bracket, and the Eduardo Aguilar Medal of Losers game, managers saw seasons extended, ended, or defined in ways that only December football can produce.

In the semifinal round, Cracker of the League #CTESPN secured a trip to the championship with a 125.56–104.72 victory over JHENNY, a matchup that ultimately swung on positional dominance rather than overall depth. While JHENNY received solid contributions from Matthew Stafford, D’Andre Swift, and Travis Kelce, the wide receiver position failed to deliver at a critical moment. Conrad, meanwhile, was carried by a massive performance from Trey McBride, whose production at tight end created separation as the weekend progressed. Consistent scoring from Nico Collins and Bucky Irving ensured the lead held, ending JHENNY’s playoff run and sending Cracker of the League into the title game.

The second semifinal saw L7 Weenies defeat DEI Re-hire 118.38–103.46 behind a balanced effort that came together early and never unraveled. Bo Nix provided the defining performance of the matchup with a breakout fantasy day, giving Trevor an early cushion that proved difficult to overcome. Christian McCaffrey and Tyrone Tracy Jr. added steady production, while a strong showing from the Bears defense further tilted the matchup. Adam’s lineup showed resilience, highlighted by George Kittle and Dak Prescott, but inconsistent running back output prevented a late push, allowing L7 Weenies to advance comfortably to the championship.

While the title contenders drew the spotlight, the consolation bracket produced the highest score of the week. B-Dog’s Z-Dynasty erupted for 136.50 points in a 136.50–122.02 win over Goff and Running, powered by one of the biggest quarterback performances of the season from Trevor Lawrence. Travis Etienne Jr. complemented the effort with a strong showing of his own, and the combination proved overwhelming despite solid contributions from Jared Goff, James Cook, and Saquon Barkley on the opposing side. It was a reminder that timing matters as much as talent, with Z-Dynasty delivering a championship-caliber score outside the title bracket.

Elsewhere in the consolation round, Murfstyle handled Kluv’s Mystery Mustache with a 115.02–91.50 victory that was largely decided by efficiency and depth. Bijan Robinson led the way with a dominant performance, supported by a steady outing from Josh Allen and timely contributions throughout the lineup. Kluv’s squad remained competitive through the air behind CeeDee Lamb and Chris Olave, but the lack of explosive rushing production left too much ground to make up as the weekend wore on.

The highest-scoring consolation matchup came in Air Raid Lars’ 141.26–130.10 win over 4th Down and… Kakaw!, a game that featured standout performances on both sides. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Brock Purdy did everything possible to keep Mitchell in contention, but Air Raid Lars won the margins with a late surge from Jameson Williams, strong production from Josh Jacobs, and a decisive contribution from both Jason Myers and the Ravens defense. Even with 130 points on the board, it was not enough to survive a week where nearly everything broke right for the opponent.

At the other end of the bracket, the Eduardo Aguilar Medal of Losers game brought the postseason’s harshest outcome. BK defeated Cody’s Brussel Sprouts 93.74–63.20 in a matchup that was effectively decided early. A zero-point outing from Rome Odunze and minimal production across multiple positions left Cody’s lineup unable to recover, despite a respectable performance from Jalen Hurts. BK relied on steady contributions from Ja’Marr Chase, Kyren Williams, and Jordan Love, avoiding last place without needing a ceiling performance.

With one week remaining, the championship matchup is set and momentum is clearly on the side of the finalists. At the same time, the consolation bracket and medal game offered a reminder that every lineup decision carries weight until the very end. As the league turns its attention to the final week, one champion remains to be crowned — and every result from this past weekend will be remembered as part of how the 2025 ZHWFFL season is ultimately defined.

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