Week 10 marked the first time this season where weather had an impact on the FPF schedule. Hopefully everyone stayed safe over the past few days, but the conditions did leave two games unplayed so far, which will be rescheduled later in the season.

With that being said, seven games were still played in Week 10 as we continue to inch closer to the playoffs. A reminder to all players to make sure you’ve played at least five games to be eligible for the postseason, or to submit a medical note to the league if needed.

This week, we’ll go through some of the headlines from Division 5B, along with our Fantasy Flag Football results alongside Demons captain Neil Wright. For this week’s player spotlight, I had the chance to speak with former DPOY Roberto Picciola from the Jamaican Bobsled Team. It’s his team’s first season in 5B, so it was great getting to know more about a newer team that’s on the rise.

Week 10 Headlines

Ben Eglencyan approaching FPF history

Ben Eglencyan is getting closer and closer to making FPF history with each passing week. As discussed recently on the FPF First & Goal Podcast, Eglencyan is closing in on the single-season rushing record.

The current record is held by Félix Déry-Bernard, who broke it last winter with 759 yards in Winter 2025. That season, Déry-Bernard averaged an incredible 16.1 yards per carry and 75.9 yards per game. Eglencyan is currently averaging 81.6 yards per game and nearly 15 yards per attempt, putting him right in the conversation.

I actually played against him about a month ago, and he can really run. He’s not the biggest player on the field, but he’s extremely quick and uses that speed and low center of gravity to evade defenders with ease.

I’m sure his teammates are encouraging him to chase the record, and there’s no reason not to. He already had a game where he rushed for 156 yards, which helps make up for the game he missed in Week 4.

Eglencyan’s rushing numbers have dipped slightly over the past few weeks, though, meaning he’ll likely need to average around 90 yards per game from here on out to reach the 760-yard mark. It’s a tough task, but he’s already proven he can break the 100-yard barrier in a single game.

The question now becomes: will he reach 760 yards before the playoffs begin? And if we take it one step further, could he even challenge Déry-Bernard’s total of 982 yards when including a playoff run?

Puff Puff Pass with the upset win

Stefano Spagnuolo has been the quarterback for nearly every Puff Puff Pass drive since the team first started playing last fall. With plenty of prior experience in FPF alongside many of his teammates, it looked like their season in Tier 5 could help build momentum heading into 5B.

That hasn’t quite been the case. Through nine games, Spagnuolo leads the division with 22 interceptions thrown. It’s unclear what prompted the quarterback change in Game 9, but it was exactly what Puff Puff Pass needed as they defeated the Swiffer WetJets 25–19.

Matthew Canuel, who has played with Spagnuolo for many years, has been a solid contributor this season as both a receiver and defender. However, he had only attempted seven passes in his entire FPF career prior to this game. Still, the change paid off. Canuel finished 14-for-24 for 106 yards through the air while adding 57 rushing yards on the ground.

He also threw four touchdown passes — two of them to Spagnuolo — including the game-winning touchdown with under a minute remaining.

Despite the win, Puff Puff Pass now sits at 2–7, and their playoff chances are extremely slim. Essentially, if any other team with two wins picks up another victory, they would be officially eliminated.

Still, the quarterback change could be the fresh start Puff Puff Pass needed. If the team returns for the Spring 2026 season, this could be a good opportunity to build chemistry with Canuel behind center and carry some momentum forward.

South Shore Crashouts flipping their season around

South Shore Crashouts came into Week 10 with a 1–5 record but picked up two big wins to move themselves into a playoff spot for now. They started the week with a blowout victory over 7eleven, a team that currently looks like it may not quite belong in 5B, but for SSC a win is a win.

Mathis Pilon led the way, contributing all over the field. He threw three touchdown passes, added a rushing touchdown, and even recorded a pick-six in the win. Paul Pellet also had a strong performance, stretching the field with 103 receiving yards on four receptions and scoring twice.

While a win in that matchup was somewhat expected, the real test came against Deep Zone Penetrators. SSC clearly has talent, but the question remains how consistent they can be without a stable quarterback under center.

Thomas Pilon started at QB in this game and struggled, finishing with nine completions, one touchdown pass, and three interceptions. With that stat line, you wouldn’t expect SSC to come away with the win — yet they managed to pull off a 28–27 overtime victory.

Once again, Mathis Pilon proved to be the difference-maker. He scored a receiving touchdown, added another pick-six, and rushed for two more touchdowns. The ending was dramatic: Pilon scored the late touchdown, converted the two-point attempt to tie the game, and then sealed the win in overtime with the game-winning two-point convert after Deep Zone Penetrators had taken the lead on their own attempt.

Pilon is one of the most talented players in 5B — arguably overqualified given his U Sports and Division 1 background — but he’s playing here alongside family and friends, and that’s why he’s in the division. A player of his caliber can completely change a game, and this performance was proof of that.

With the two wins, SSC now sits in a playoff spot. If they can win out and figure out their quarterback situation, they could become a dangerous team once the playoffs begin.

Week 10 Fantasy Flag Football Results

Team Neil def Team Keyon 149.87 to 71.04

Team Neil

Team Keyon

Q&A with Roberto Picciola

Who are you for people who don’t know you yet?

I’m someone who just loves competing, no matter the sport. I take a lot of pride in my defence — that’s always been the strongest part of my game. I really care about the details and doing the little things right, especially the things that help both me and my teammates get better.

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Did you expect to still be playing today when you first started?

Honestly, when I first joined in Spring 2025, we weren’t even sure how it would work once school started again. But we figured it out. I’m really happy we did because I genuinely love playing. I couldn’t see myself not doing it now.

How would you describe your game in your own words?

I’d say I play a tactical and patient game. I’m not forcing things — I wait for the right moment to make a big play. I try to stay disciplined and trust that the opportunity will come. It definitely helps that I’ve got great teammates on both sides of the ball who push me to be better too.

What motivates you to keep grinding?

Winning. Improving. That’s it, plain and simple. I want to get better every season, and I want to do it with this group. Bringing home a trophy with these guys is the main goal.

What separates you from other players at your position?

I think it’s my consistency and defensive awareness. I don’t just react — I anticipate. My patience helps me read the quarterback and understand where the ball is going. I take pride in studying body language and recognizing tendencies before the play even develops.

Who deserves more credit on your team?

A few guys for sure.
Giulio Scarpetta is always reliable on offence and locked in on defence.
Lorenzo Fusser is a big-play threat offensively and honestly just as strong defensively — maybe even better than me some days.
And our quarterback, Steven Polizzi — the stats don’t always show it, but he’s the core of our offence. He even impacts the defensive side when needed. He does a lot that people don’t always see.

Are there any season expectations?

There are always high expectations for us. The goal is simple — win and bring home a trophy. This is our third season and we feel better than ever.

As a former DPOY yourself, how do you teach defence to others?

I try to lead by example first. But if someone comes to me for advice, I always say: be patient and watch the quarterback. Their body language tells you everything. If you learn how to read that, you’re already ahead of the play.

Is there a matchup you’re excited for?

This season we’re playing all new teams, so honestly I’m excited for every matchup. New teams mean new challenges, and I like having to adapt.

Pregame ritual or superstition?

No real rituals or superstitions. Everyone kind of locks into their own zone before games. Good nerves, good energy. I’ll throw on some music to get hyped up, but that’s about it.

Closing Remarks

Thanks to Roberto and Neil for being part of this week’s article. Next week, I’ll go through the playoff race along with games slowly coming to a close. As always, if you didn’t get a chance to respond or want to be included in future pieces, you can reach me on Facebook or Instagram @keyoncyrus.