#1 Potsdam Royals
The Potsdam Royals faced some challenges but managed to secure a 29-15 victory over the Berlin Adler. Despite the shaky performance, the Royals maintained their perfect season. Next weekend, they will travel to face the Hildesheim Invaders in a rematch from Week 1, where they’ll aim to continue their unbeaten streak.
#2 Dresden Monarchs
The Dresden Monarchs secured a narrow 17-13 victory on the road against the New Yorker Lions Braunschweig. This hard-fought win keeps the Monarchs in strong contention as they prepare to host the Paderborn Dolphins next weekend. The Monarchs will be looking to build on their momentum and continue their successful season.
#3 Schwäbisch Hall Unicorns
The Schwäbisch Hall Unicorns, just a week after clinching the South Division title, fell short of expectations with a 26-7 loss to the Allgäu Comets. While their playoff position remains secure, the Unicorns can't afford to ease up. With multiple bye weeks ahead, they have time to reflect and prepare to stay sharp for the rest of the season. Their next challenge comes in Week 18 at home against the Dresden Monarchs.
#4 Hildesheim Invaders
The Hildesheim Invaders used their bye week to prepare for a significant challenge as they get ready to face the reigning German champions, the Potsdam Royals. After a season full of intense matchups, the Invaders know they must bring their best game to compete against the undefeated Royals, who have been dominant all year. Hosting the champions will be a true test of Hildesheim's resilience and preparation.
#5 New Yorker Lions Braunschweig
The New Yorker Lions Braunschweig suffered a narrow defeat against the Dresden Monarchs, a loss that has intensified their race for a playoff spot. This weekend, the Lions face a crucial away game against the Berlin Adler. With both teams eyeing the last remaining playoff spot in the GFL North, this game carries significant weight. The Lions must regroup quickly to keep their postseason dreams alive in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter.
#6 IFM Razorbacks Ravensburg
The IFM Razorbacks Ravensburg secured a crucial 29-22 victory in their interconference game against the Kiel Baltic Hurricanes, keeping their playoff hopes alive. With this win, the Razorbacks remain in the race for a postseason spot. They now head into a bye week, giving them time to regroup and prepare before hosting the Saarland Hurricanes in what will be another pivotal matchup.
#7 Allgäu Comets
The Allgäu Comets made a strong comeback with a 26-7 victory over the Schwäbisch Hall Unicorns, reasserting themselves in the playoff race. This crucial win provides the Comets with momentum as they enter a bye week. In Week 16, they will face the Straubing Spiders, a direct competitor for the remaining playoff spots, in what promises to be a critical showdown.
#8 Munich Cowboys
The Munich Cowboys secured a crucial victory in their playoff race by winning a nail-biting overtime thriller against the Straubing Spiders, despite the high temperatures. This win significantly boosts their chances of making the playoffs. However, there's no time to rest for the Cowboys, as they prepare to travel to face the Saarland Hurricanes next weekend.
#9 Straubing Spiders
The Straubing Spiders fell short in overtime against the Munich Cowboys, a tough loss in their pursuit of a playoff spot. Now, they have a bye week to regroup before hosting the Allgäu Comets in Week 16. Both teams are fighting for a playoff berth, making this upcoming matchup crucial for their postseason hopes.
#10 Berlin Adler
The Berlin Adler were defeated by the reigning German champions, leaving them with a 4-5 record and in 5th place in the GFL North. Despite the setback, the Adler still have a shot at the final playoff spot. To keep their hopes alive, they must win their upcoming home game against the New Yorker Lions. It's a must-win game for both teams, with playoff aspirations on the line.
#11 Paderborn Dolphins
The Paderborn Dolphins celebrated an important victory against the Berlin Rebels, marking their third win of the season and temporarily securing themselves from relegation danger. However, things can change quickly, so the Dolphins can't afford to rest. This weekend, they face a tough challenge as they travel to play the Dresden Monarchs, a very strong opponent.
#12 Saarland Hurricanes
The Saarland Hurricanes did their homework and secured a win against the Kirchdorf Wildcats. This weekend, they travel to face the IFM Razorbacks Ravensburg, aiming to celebrate their third victory of the season and keep their momentum going.
#13 Kiel Baltic Hurricanes
The Kiel Baltic Hurricanes missed an opportunity to minimize their relegation risk, suffering a heavy defeat against the IFM Razorbacks Ravensburg. After a bye week, they will host the Kirchdorf Wildcats, presenting a crucial chance to secure an important victory and improve their standings in the GFL North.
#14 Kirchdorf Wildcats
The Kirchdorf Wildcats suffered a narrow 24-21 defeat against direct competitor
Saarland Hurricanes, placing them at the bottom of the GFL South standings.
Following a bye week, the Wildcats will travel to Kiel for an interconference matchup.
#15 Berlin Rebels
The Berlin Rebels missed a crucial opportunity to secure a vital victory in their relegation battle, losing 20-17 to the Paderborn Dolphins, a direct competitor. This defeat leaves the Rebels in a precarious position. They now have a bye week to regroup before facing the Dresden Monarchs at home.
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