Frankfurt Galaxy: Nearly the biggest comeback in ELF history
Cara Iden
Frankfurt Galaxy finished the 2025 European League of Football season with a 6-6 record, just missing out on a playoff spot, while nearly completing what would have been the biggest comeback in ELF history. Despite the final outcome, Frankfurt showed determination and the ability to improve throughout the season
Season Overview
The Galaxy's season began with a promising start, with the team holding a 2-1 record through the first three weeks. After a narrow opening loss to Stuttgart Surge, the Galaxy quickly rebounded, claiming victories against two strong opponents Madrid Bravos and Paris Musketeers – both teams considered serious playoff contenders.
The midseason stretch proved both challenging and remarkable. Frankfurt lost four games in a row, and after a heavy defeat in Week 9 against Stuttgart, they stood at a 3-5 record. Their chances of making the playoffs were at 0.3 percent in the middle of July. This period raised questions about the team's ability to rebound and contend for a postseason berth.
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Turning point: Galaxy's mid-season signings
The signings of key players Jameson Wang, Brevin Easton, and Bijon Harris during the midseason had a major impact on the team's performance. With quarterback Jameson Wang's leadership and playmaking ability, wide receiver Brevin Easton's offensive contributions, and Bijon Harris influencing both defense and special teams, the team gained significant momentum. The arrival of these players led to a three-game winning streak in Weeks 10, 11, and 13, brought the team back into playoff contention.
Final week setback
Despite the strong comeback, the Galaxy's playoff hopes were dashed in the final game against the Madrid Bravos. A 32-47 loss in front of a home crowd at the PSD Bank Arena ended their chance to compete in the playoffs as Madrid clinched the final playoff spot. The result highlighted just how narrowly Frankfurt missed the postseason.
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Statistical performance
Offensively, the Galaxy averaged 31.9 points per game, ranking 8th in the league. The passing game contributed 241.5 yards per game (5th), while the rushing attack added 154.3 yards per game (7th). Defensively, they allowed an average of 30.6 points per game (10th), with 248.4 passing yards (13th) and 155.3 rushing yards (13th) conceded per game. These statistics highlight the team's offensive capabilities and areas for improvement on defense.
Looking ahead
Although Frankfurt Galaxy did not achieve their ultimate goal of reaching the playoffs, the team's ability to recover from adversity and remain in contention until the final week provides a strong foundation for the future. The impact of the mid-season signings, coupled with the team's resilience, offers optimism for the 2026 season. Fans will be eager to see how Frankfurt builds on this late-season momentum, hoping to translate this potential into a postseason appearance in 2026.
In summary, the 2025 season for Frankfurt Galaxy was a mixture of promise, setbacks, and impressive recovery. While missing the playoffs was a disappointment, Frankfurt showed enough promise to look forward to next year.
