Best homegrowns of week 12
Florian Puth
Homegrown players are important to a franchises' success in the ELF. In this section, we take a look at the best performances of the week. In week 12, many homegrowns from the German franchises were shining.
Dawid Brzozowski, running back, Panthers Wrocław
The Panthers lost the nail-biter against the Berlin Thunder 34–36 in overtime, but without Dawid Brzozowski they probably wouldn't have even made it to overtime. The 23-year-old running back once again outran everyone and recorded 168 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
Receiver group Berlin Thunder
On the other side, the German receivers of Berlin Thunder dominated. Even though they were overshadowed by an outstanding Aaron Jackson (128 receiving yards) on this day, the homegrowns Schumann, Wiesigstrauch and Co. have nothing to hide. Together, the homegrowns in the Thunder squad recorded 247 receiving yards and caught two of the three touchdowns. The group is led by Nicolai Schumann, who only needed four catches for his 76 receiving yards.
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Munich Ravens rushing unit
Just like the entire offense, the Munich Ravens' rushing united was on fire. Right at the top: homegrowns Justin Rodney and Benedikt Pohler. Rodney scored 111 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Pohle even collected three touchdowns and 74 rushing yards.
Not a running back but also worth to mention: backup quarterback Levin Adrom, who came in for three passes, completed all of them and even threw a touchdown.
Johannes Zirngibl, Defensive End, Munich Ravens
The Ravens' defense also delivered a powerful performance. Johannes Zirngibl was no exception. The defensive end contributed six tackles, four resulting in a loss of 42 yards, as well as four (!) sacks. In addition, the homegrown forced a fumble and recovered one as well.
Rémi Bertellin, wide receiver, Paris Musketeers
In addition to quarterback Zachary Edwards, wide receiver Rémi Bertellin stood out for the Paris Musketeers against the Cologne Centurions. The 30-year-old caught four passes for 206 yards and two touchdowns. Rémi Bertellin - a man for the big plays.
Few targets, big impact: Paris wideout Rémi Bertellin © Maxime Le Pihif
Galaxy Defense stood up
The Frankfurt Galaxy defense did a good job in the surprising victory over the Madrid Bravos. Some homegrowns also played their part. Pass rushers Daniel Josiah, Taslim Gaye and Mar Anthony Hor put a lot of pressure on the opposing quarterback, and each made a sack and important tackles. Safety Enrico Chagoya scored an interception.
Paul Kavadia-Lenhardt, Wide Receiver, Frankfurt Galaxy
On offense, wideout Paul Kavadia-Lenhardt stood out in particular. Although the homegrown player only caught three passes, they were enough for 109 yards and two touchdowns. The 23-year-old played a considerable part in his team's important lightning start.
Phillip Haun, Wide Receiver, Tirol Raiders
Haun made a significant impact on the surprising victory of the Raiders over the previously unbeaten Stuttgart Surge. The wideout caught nine passes for a total of 100 yards and became an important target for his quarterback, N'Kosi Perry. Shortly before the two-minute warning, he kept his team's chances of victory alive with an important catch.