Intermediate Awards Tracker: Season's Best Battle for Hardware
Last Updated: November 5, 2025, 14:52 UTC
The Intermediate Division regular season as almost concluded with Bleue Dry (7-2) holding the top seed, followed by Pack is Back (5-4), Backfield Penetration (4-3), and Green Monster (3-5) sitting in playoff spots. As the postseason approaches with a 1 vs 4 and 2 vs 3 semifinal format, it's time to recognize the season's elite performers across four major awards: Quarterback of the Year, Wide Receiver of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Two-Way Player of the Year.
Quarterback of the Year
Frederic Juneau (Bleue Dry)
Stats: 38 TD, 1,722 yards, 67% completion, 3 INT, 4 sacks
Frederic Juneau's case begins with dominance: 38 touchdowns lead the division by eight, while his 1,722 passing yards are the highest total. His 67% completion rate and just three interceptions give him an elite 13:1 TD-to-INT ratio. Taking only four sacks shows exceptional awareness.
Juneau's impact is undeniable. Bleue Dry holding the top seed at 7-2, scoring 312 points. His connection with Yvan Desjardins (21 TD, 771 yards) created the league's most dangerous duo. Best player, best statistics, best team—Juneau is the clear frontrunner.
Yvan Salomon (Pack is Back)
Stats: 30 TD, 1,465 yards, 71% completion, 6 INT, 7 sacks
Yvan Salomon counters with efficiency: his 71% completion percentage is the division's best. While his 30 touchdowns trail Juneau, Salomon finished second while spreading the ball effectively. His six interceptions and seven sacks indicate more risk-taking, but he maximized opportunities in eight games.
Salomon's supporting cast wasn't as dominant as Juneau's weapons, making his production more impressive. Sam Anastasopoulos (10 TD, 434 yards) led receivers, but Pack is Back's balanced approach required distributing touches. Their 5-4 record and second seed came from Salomon's efficiency-first approach.
Jason De Souza (Green Monster)
Stats: 26 TD, 1,301 yards, 58% completion, 8 INT, 2 sacks
Jason De Souza's case rests on degree of difficulty. His 26 touchdowns and 1,301 yards came for a 3-5 team that often played from behind. The eight interceptions reflect a quarterback forced to take risks. His two sacks are the fewest among top QBs, showcasing excellent IQ as far as that goes.
De Souza's top receiver Jordan Blouin (6 TD, 344 yards) had nothing near Desjardins' production. Green Monster scored just 187 points, yet stayed in playoff contention because De Souza kept slinging it. If the award considers elevating teammates and impact relative to supporting cast, De Souza deserves recognition.
The Verdict: Juneau is the clear favorite.
Wide Receiver of the Year
Yvan Desjardins (Bleue Dry)
Stats: 49 REC, 771 yards, 21 TD, 16 yards/catch, 60 targets
Yvan Desjardins had a dominant season. His 21 touchdowns are more than double the next receiver, and his 771 yards lead by a wide margin. He caught 49 of 60 targets for an 82% catch rate. His 16 yards per reception shows ability to win both short and deep. He accounted for 126 of Bleue Dry's 312 points through touchdowns alone. Desjardins for WR of the Year is the obvious choice.
Sam Anastasopoulos (Pack is Back)
Stats: 40 REC, 434 yards, 10 TD, 11 yards/catch, 49 targets
Sam Anastasopoulos presents efficiency as his calling card. His 40 receptions on 49 targets give him an 82% catch rate matching Desjardins. His 10 touchdowns are second in the division, and his 11 yards per reception indicate effective intermediate work.
Unlike Bleue Dry's Desjardins-heavy offense, Anastasopoulos shared targets with Vaughn Vanslet (8 TD, 413 yards). His elite numbers while sharing touches speak to route-running precision. He helped Pack is Back secure the second seed with consistent production.
Anthony Lazzara (Backfield Penetration)
Stats: 33 REC, 401 yards, 9 TD, 12 yards/catch, 41 targets
Anthony Lazzara's candidacy rests on his complete two-way game. His 33 receptions, 401 yards, and nine touchdowns show solid production with an 80% catch rate. What separates Lazzara is being one of the league's best defensive players simultaneously—recording nine tackles and a league-leading five interceptions.
Backfield Penetration scored 221 points with Lazzara accounting for 54 through touchdowns. The physical toll of elite two-way play makes his offensive numbers impressive. If the WR award considers complete value beyond pure receiving stats, Lazzara's impact deserves recognition.
The Verdict: Desjardins is the overwhelming favorite.
Defensive Player of the Year
Anthony Lazzara (Backfield Penetration)
Stats: 9 TKL, 5 INT, 1 PD,
Anthony Lazzara leads the division with five interceptions. In a scoring-heavy league, a defender who consistently creates turnovers provides immeasurable value. His nine tackles show solid fundamentals, and his coverage clearly disrupted opposing offenses all season.
Context matters: Backfield Penetration allowed just 153 points despite sitting at 4-3—the fewest in the division and far better than Bleue Dry's 271. Lazzara's ball-hawking contributed directly to this efficiency. Playing both ways makes his production even more impressive. Lazzara's five picks make him the frontrunner.
Samuel Sicard (Bleue Dry)
Stats: 22 TKL, 1 INT, 1 PD,
Samuel Sicard leads the division with 22 tackles. In flag football's open-field environment where one missed tackle can result in a touchdown, Sicard's reliability became essential. While his interception and pass deflection totals are modest, his tackling demonstrates consistent fundamentals.
The challenge: Bleue Dry allowed 271 points, more than any playoff team. However, Sicard's tackling may have prevented worse outcomes. Playing for the 7-2 division leader matters, and his 22 tackles show a defender who never took a play off.
Cyrill Jamal Belfort (Bleue Dry)
Stats: 5 SK
Cyrill Jamal Belfort presents a unique case as the division's sack leader with five. In flag football consistently getting sacks requires elite speed, timing, and instincts. Belfort's ability to disrupt the passing game at its source provides tremendous value, forcing hurried throws and killing drives.
Sacks are game-changing plays. Belfort's five sacks led to negative plays for opponents and momentum swings for Bleue Dry. While he doesn't show up in other statistical categories, his role as a pure pass rusher who can wreck offensive gameplans makes him a legitimate contender. If DPOY values the ability to pressure quarterbacks and create havoc, Belfort's sack total deserves recognition.
The Verdict: Lazzara's five interceptions and defensive efficiency make him the favorite.
Two-Way Player of the Year
Anthony Lazzara (Backfield Penetration)
Offensive Stats: 33 REC, 401 yards, 9 TD Defensive Stats: 9 TKL, 5 INT, 0 SK, 1 PD
Anthony Lazzara is the obvious Two-Way Player of the Year candidate. On offense, nine touchdowns and 401 yards demonstrate legitimate threat capability. On defense, his league-leading five interceptions and nine tackles show elite playmaking. No other player combines this production on both sides.
Lazzara isn't a gadget player—he's a featured receiver and starting defensive back. This workload is immense, yet he maintains elite production while helping Backfield Penetration secure the third seed. Remove Lazzara from this team, and they likely miss the playoffs.
Yvan Desjardins (Bleue Dry)
Offensive Stats: 49 REC, 771 yards, 21 TD Defensive Stats: 20 TKL, 3 INT, 0 SK, 9 PD
Yvan Desjardins presents a fascinating counter as the division's most statistically dominant player on both sides. His offensive numbers are elite: 21 touchdowns and 771 yards lead by wide margins. Defensively: 20 tackles rank second, and nine pass deflections lead all defenders.
The challenge is context. Bleue Dry sits at 7-2 with elite offense but allowed 271 points. On offense, playing with QB Frederic Juneau helped, though converting opportunities into 21 touchdowns required elite execution. If voters value peak statistical performance, Desjardins' dominance makes him the choice.
Samuel Joly (Griffnation)
Offensive Stats: 35 REC, 372 yards, 2 TD Defensive Stats: 18 TKL, 3 INT, 2 PD, 1 TD
Samuel Joly's case rests on complete versatility for an undermanned team. His 35 receptions and 372 yards show primary target role, though two touchdowns lag behind. Defensively, his 18 tackles rank among leaders, three interceptions tie for third-best, and his defensive touchdown demonstrates game-changing ability.
Griffnation allowed 273 points while scoring just 152, yet Joly produced on both sides. His statistics don't match Lazzara's or Desjardins' production. If the award rewards doing the most with the least support, Joly deserves consideration.
The Verdict: Lazzara is the clear favorite.
Conclusion
As the Intermediate Division playoffs near, clear frontrunners have emerged: Frederic Juneau for QB of the Year, Yvan Desjardins for WR of the Year, Anthony Lazzara for both Defensive Player and Two-Way Player of the Year. The playoffs will ultimately determine legacies, but these candidates have already established themselves as the division's premier talents.