Madrid Bravos: High-scoring offense defines 2025 season

The Madrid Bravos closed their 2025 European League of Football season with an 8-4 record, reaching the playoffs in dramatic fashion. A win over direct rivals Frankfurt Galaxy in the final week of the regular season secured their playoff spot, highlighting the resilience of the Bravos, who delivered under pressure. Their postseason ended in the Wildcard Round against eventual champions Stuttgart Surge.

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A season powered by offensive stars

The Bravos built their season on one of the league's most dangerous offenses. With 42.25 points per game, the Bravos ranked second in scoring, consistently overwhelming opponents with their firepower.

At the center of this success stood quarterback Reid Sinnett, who produced at the highest level of his career. The former NFL player was named MVP 2025 after throwing for 3953 yards and 50 touchdowns in the regular season – both league-leading marks. His connection with wide receiver Aron Cruickshank became the defining partnership of the Bravos' offense. Cruickshank, honored as Offensive Player of the Year, was a triple crown record breaker in 2025, leading the ELF with 1729 receiving yards, 20 touchdowns, and 122 receptions. His production underlined not only his explosiveness but also his consistency across the season.

Another bright spot was running back Justus Seelig. Despite battling injury during the season, the German talent won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award after recording 554 receiving yards, six touchdowns through the air, while also adding 513 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground. His versatility added balance to Madrid's pass-heavy attack and underlined the depth of their offensive options.

The Bravos' dominance on offense was also reflected in the All-Star selections, with five players chosen across the teams, three of them named to the First All-Star Team – all on offense.

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Weakness in run defense

Defensively, the Bravos could not match their offensive production. They ranked seventh against the pass but just 12th against the run, allowing 148.9 rushing yards per game. On average, opponents scored 24.75 points per game, placing Madrid in the league's mid-tier. These weaknesses were exposed in the playoffs, where the Surge controlled the game and ended Madrid's season.

Positive signs for what lies ahead

Looking ahead, the Bravos face an offseason full of questions regarding roster continuity, but the spirit within the team is clear. Players have expressed how much they enjoyed their season together in Madrid, and many can imagine continuing the project.

The Bravos have built a foundation worth carrying forward.

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