#1 Fresno Outlaws (+2) vs #2 Tillman Rangers

The Outlaws lost at the Rangers in week 11, 27-10, when a close 10-6 Fresno lead collapsed in the 4th quarter. A fumbled punt attempt, a 50 yard TD pass and a 59 yard TD run in the fnal 8 minutes resulted in a score that does not reflect how close the game should've been. Maybe this week...   Fresno Offense vs Tillman Defense Fresno is second only to the Donelson Warriors on offense but they rely on their passing game led by QB Donovan McNabb, WR Roddy White and TE Owen Daniels. Their ground game was ranked 18th in yards. This is an offense that plays to the strength of the Rangers' defense, who are among the best at shutting down opposing QBs. They are average against the run but it works because their offense is built on the run, eating up the clock, which forces opponents' offense to go to the air.   Dallas Gladiator RB Steve Slaton put up 118 yds against Tillman last week. The Gladiators aren't a big run team as well. If RB Maurice Jones-Drew can have a decent game perhaps Fresno can maintain their scoring power.   Tillman Offense vs Fresno Defense This is not pretty at all. One of the best rushing offenses (RB Ronnie Brown, RB Chester Taylor) against one of the worst defenses against the run. But the Rangers don't have the greatest passing game (QB David Garrard) and the Outlaws aggressive style could result in turnovers. But they seemed to be blitzing when the Rangers were running which allows big chunks on the ground. Tillman is dangerous in 3WR sets with T.J. Houshmandsadeh, Dwayne Bowe and and Lance Moore. Tillman had no turnovers in the week 11 game and didn't cough up the ball much during the season. Can the Outlaws make something happen?