GM Larson Falls to 0-7 but Hits 100-Point Milestone Behind New Additions

October 22, 2024 – GM Larson’s challenging fantasy football season continued with another loss, dropping his record to 0-7. However, this week brought a small victory as Larson’s team finally broke the 100-point barrier for the first time all season. Despite the tough defeat, Larson's retooled roster showed some positive signs after recent trades, including a solid, though not spectacular, outing from new starting running back Jordan Mason.

A Rebuilt Roster: Progress Amid the Struggles

In an effort to shake up his team’s fortunes, Larson made major moves earlier this season, trading away fantasy stars Tyreek Hill, Travis Etienne, and De’Von Achane. In return, he acquired a fresh group of players including wide receivers Drake London, George Pickens, and running back Jordan Mason, now the starter for the San Francisco 49ers with Christian McCaffrey sidelined.

While the trades haven’t yet translated into wins, Larson’s roster improvements are beginning to show potential:

• Jordan Mason, starting in place of the injured McCaffrey, managed to post 8 points in a limited role, contributing some crucial yards on the ground but unable to break off any big plays.

• Drake London continued to establish himself as a valuable asset, adding 15 points with several key catches in Atlanta’s offense.

• George Pickens put up a respectable performance, though Pittsburgh’s offensive struggles limited his upside this week.

Reaching the 100-Point Mark

After weeks of struggling to stay competitive, Larson’s team finally passed the 100-point mark, a significant achievement in what has been a difficult season. Although he ultimately fell short in a high-scoring matchup, losing by a small margin, the team’s progress gave Larson some hope for the remainder of the season.

“We’re getting better,” Larson said after the game. “Breaking 100 points is a good sign, and the guys are starting to come together. Jordan stepped up, and Drake and George are starting to find their rhythm. There’s a lot to build on, even though we didn’t get the win.”

Looking Forward: Signs of Life

At 0-7, GM Larson still faces an uphill battle to turn his season around, but with his revamped roster showing flashes of potential, there’s reason for optimism. Jordan Mason, now the lead back for the 49ers as long as McCaffrey remains out, has the opportunity to grow into his role. Meanwhile, Drake London and George Pickens are proving to be reliable options in the receiving corps.

While the playoffs may be out of reach, Larson is focused on continuing to develop his young talent and secure that elusive first win. His next few matchups will be critical in seeing if the upward trend can continue.

“I’m not giving up,” Larson said. “We’ve got some pieces in place now. We just need to stay patient, keep making the right moves, and that first win will come.”

Though winless, Larson’s first 100-point game offers a glimmer of hope that his season can still turn around. All eyes will be on how his new-look roster performs in the coming weeks.