Midseason Awards Watch: Who’s Leading the Race for the League’s Top Honors?
The Quarterback of the Year Award in division 1 is one of FPF’s most prestigious honors, and this season, Alex Nadeau-Piuze of Flag moi L’sac is the clear frontrunner to take it home. Through four games, he has put up fantastic numbers, leading all quarterbacks with 1,132 passing yards and 21 touchdowns, while maintaining an elite 68.6% completion rate and a 128.2 passer rating. His ability to stretch the field (14.0 yards per completion) while limiting mistakes (only 3 interceptions) has set him apart. If he secures the award, it would mark the sixth individual award of his career, adding to an already impressive résumé that includes two previous Quarterback of the Year awards, two Two-Way Player of the Year honors, and a Finals MVP. With his dominance this season, Nadeau-Piuze is making a strong case to further cement his legacy as one of the league’s all-time greats.
The Wide Receiver of the Year Award recognizes the league’s most dominant pass-catcher, and this season, several standout playmakers have emerged as top contenders. Among them is Jerome Hovington of Run it Twice, who has been a nightmare for defenses with 19 receptions for 307 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaging an explosive 16.2 yards per catch over five games. His ability to consistently find the end zone makes him one of the strongest candidates for the award.
Another strong contender is Guillaume Paquet of Flag moi L’sac, who has been a reliable target in their high-powered offense. Through four games, he has hauled in 21 receptions for 289 yards and 6 touchdowns, proving to be a key weapon for Quarterback of the Year candidate Alex Nadeau-Piuze. Paquet’s ability to create separation has made him a crucial part of his team’s success.
Also in the conversation is Andrew Grant of Blessed, who has been equally productive with 18 receptions for 263 yards and 6 touchdowns, averaging 14.6 yards per catch. His combination of route-running and big-play ability has made him a major asset for Blessed’s offense, keeping him firmly in the race for the award.
With multiple receivers putting up elite numbers, the Wide Receiver of the Year Award is shaping up to be a tight battle. As the season progresses, the race will likely come down to consistency and clutch performances in key matchups.
The Defensive Player of the Year Award is still up for grabs, as no one has truly separated themselves from the pack yet. Several players have made big plays, but the race remains wide open with multiple candidates making strong cases.
One of the most intriguing candidates is William Trottier of Braves, who, despite playing only one game so far, already has three interceptions and a defensive touchdown, proving his ability to make game-changing plays. His teammate, Jonathan Maheu, has also been a standout for the Braves’ defense, recording six tackles and three interceptions in three games, keeping him in the conversation.
Patrick Jérome of Allstars has also been a ballhawk, securing three interceptions in just two games, along with four tackles and a defensive touchdown, showing his ability to disrupt opposing quarterbacks. Similarly, Jourdain Alexis of Party Crashers has been everywhere on the field, registering five tackles, three interceptions, and two pass deflections in four games, making his presence known in the secondary.
Another player making a strong case is Jeanslee Alexis, also of Party Crashers, who leads all contenders in tackles with 17, while also recording two interceptions, one sack, and a defensive touchdown. His ability to impact multiple facets of the game could give him an edge as the season progresses.
For Royaume Luminaire, Marc-André Lapointe has been a tackling machine, racking up 13 tackles and two interceptions, while his teammate Emile Beaudoin has also contributed with two interceptions and a defensive touchdown in just two games. Lastly, James Langshaw of Blessed has been a steady presence with six tackles, two interceptions, and a pass deflection, making him another name to watch in the race.
With several defenders making an impact but no one truly pulling ahead, this award will likely be decided in the second half of the season. If any of these players can string together dominant performances, they could emerge as the clear frontrunner for Defensive Player of the Year.
The Two-Way Player of the Year Award is given to the most dominant player on both sides of the ball, and right now, Jeanslee Alexis of Party Crashers is the clear frontrunner. Not only has he been a force on defense with 17 tackles, 2 interceptions, 1 sack, and a touchdown, but he has also been a major weapon on offense. As a receiver, Alexis has hauled in 20 receptions for 246 yards and 5 touchdowns, averaging an impressive 14.5 yards per catch. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways has been unmatched, making him the favorite to take home the award for the third time in his career. If he secures it, this would also mark his fifth overall individual award, further solidifying his reputation as one of the most versatile and dominant players in FPF
Matchup Previews & Predictions
Wednesday, Feb 12 – 21:00
📍 Stade Hebert [1]
🏈 Blessed (0-4-0) vs. Party Crashers (3-2-0)
📝 Prediction: Party Crashers
Blessed remain winless, but they do have a key offensive weapon in Andrew Grant, who is in the conversation for Wide Receiver of the Year with 18 receptions, 263 yards, and 6 touchdowns. If Blessed can get him involved early and often, they might have a chance to stay competitive.
Party Crashers, however, have two of the league’s most impactful players in Jeanslee Alexis and Jourdain Alexis. Jeanslee, the frontrunner for Two-Way Player of the Year, has dominated on both offense (20 receptions, 246 yards, 5 TDs) and defense (17 tackles, 2 INTs, 1 sack, 1 TD). Meanwhile, Jourdain has been a playmaker on defense with 5 tackles, 3 interceptions, and 2 pass deflections. If Party Crashers can capitalize on Blessed’s defensive struggles (-38 point differential), they should be able to extend their winning record.
Wednesday, Feb 12 – 22:15
📍 Laval (Dome) [2]
🏈 Braves (3-0-0) vs. Run it Twice (1-4-0)
📝 Prediction: Braves
Braves have been dominant, boasting the best defense in the league (46 points allowed in three games). A huge part of that success has come from Jonathan Maheu (6 tackles, 3 INTs) and William Trottier, who already has 3 interceptions and a defensive TD despite playing just one game.
Run it Twice will need another huge performance from Jerome Hovington, one of the top contenders for Wide Receiver of the Year. He has been their best offensive weapon, racking up 19 receptions, 307 yards, and 8 touchdowns—an elite 16.2 yards per catch. If Hovington can break loose against Braves’ elite secondary, Run it Twice may have a fighting chance. However, given their league-worst -78 point differential, stopping the Braves’ efficient offense will be a tall order.
Sunday, Feb 16 – 23:00
📍 Stade Hebert [1]
🏈 Allstars (1-2-0) vs. Flag moi L’sac (2-2-0)
📝 Prediction: Flag moi L’sac
Flag moi L’sac have the most explosive offense in the league, scoring 144 points in just four games. The reason? Alex Nadeau-Piuze, the clear frontrunner for Quarterback of the Year. He leads all QBs with 1,132 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, and an elite 68.6% completion rate, making him a nightmare for opposing defenses.
On the receiving end of many of his throws is Guillaume Paquet, another strong candidate for Wide Receiver of the Year, with 21 receptions, 289 yards, and 6 TDs. If this duo continues to dominate, Flag moi L’sac will be difficult to stop.
Allstars do have a playmaker in Patrick Jérome, who has 3 interceptions and a defensive touchdown in just two games. If he can force some turnovers, Allstars might be able to slow down Flag moi L’sac’s high-powered attack. However, given the firepower of Nadeau-Piuze, Flag moi L’sac should take this one.