THE MISSION COMPETITION TEAM

Robert Levens (Mr. Paydirt) - Founder, CEO  
Email: webmaster@missioncompetition.com

Steven Smith, Writer - "Quick Slants", "Weekly Stud"
Email: ssmith@missioncompetition.com

I'm 23 years old and a die hard sports fan for about 22 and a half of them. Growing up in Northern New Jersey, I am very loyal to the local New York area teams. I cheer for the Yankees, Devils, Giants and Knicks. I am a graduate George Washington University and was a sophomore during their 27-3 dream season in 2005-2006 (Go Colonials!). After graduating, I was privileged to be a member of ESPN's Stats and Analysis team. Now, it is my pleasure to be writing for www.missioncompetition.com and sharing my wealth of sports knowledge with the members of this site!



Tyler Dilalla, Writer - "Waiver Wire"
Email: tdilalla@missioncompetition.com

Instead of focusing on my plans for after college like every college senior should be doing, I prefer to spend my time doing what I love most, fantasy sports. Being a Seton Hall University senior majoring in sports management and marketing does not stop me from reading or writing about any sport topic. I have been participating in fantasy sport leagues for eight years now and I am more enthusiastic now more than ever. If this does not sound bad enough, I am also a devoted Cleveland fan (so yes, I am a Browns fan). I was raised south of Cleveland so it was nature's calling for me to be a Cleveland fan. But I make the strong commitment to keep my opinions logical and support every argument with facts. I love sports and the one thing that bothers me the most are biased opinions. I am always open for a discussion or a good-old-fashion argument. So if you're looking for someone with my talents, please contact me because we all need a little help now more than ever.



Kyle Hickman, Writer - "Weekly Dud"
Email: khickman@missioncompetition.com

The name is Kyle Hickman and I bleed Detroit sports. I was born and raised in Southeast Michigan and I am an avid follower of the Lions, Red Wings, Pistons, Tigers, Wolverines, and Spartans (the English D on my shoulder may give that away). I am currently a full-time student at Lycoming College in Williamsport, PA where I’m pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Sociology, along with being the captain of the Lycoming Roller Hockey team, the Historian of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, and a DJ at the campus radio station. My interests include following and playing sports on a regular basis, community service, fishing, cliff diving, playing cards, and writing about things that I have a passion for. I’m the kind of guy that you can find on random NFL blogs defending my independent views on the draft, individual players, and teams. I consider myself an amateur draft guru, spending a lot of my time during March and April submitting my own mock drafts. As you will see, I provide a unique perspective on the NFL world because of my diverse writing background and my own vantage point as a Lions fan.



Tyler Stearns, Writer - "Weekly NFL Injury Report"
Email: tstearns@missioncompetition.com

I am a native of Park Ridge, New Jersey and a student at Rutgers University in New Brunswick majoring in History and Political Science. I played Varsity Soccer and Volleyball for Bergen Tech in Hackensack, and am member of the nationally ranked Rutgers Rugby Club. An avid sports fan, I am a diehard Mets, USC Trojans, and San Francisco 49ers fan, in addition to supporting the LA Lakers and Liverpool in the English Premier League.




Eric Levens, Writer - "Roc's Revelations"
Email: rift300@missioncompetition.com

My name is Eric Levens and I'm a pretty simple guy.  By day, I'm a financial professional and by night I'm a sports and music fanatic.  Born and raised in Northern New Jersey, I root (heavy) for the NY Yankees and haven't missed a Jets home game since 2005. Despite having more than 300 concerts under my belt, sports still manage to be my first passion.

As a highly competitive individual-- it's only natural that some of my other hobbies include Poker and Fantasy Sports.  While I'm not as accomplished or decorated as my brother (and founder of Mission Competition), I've been enjoying success in fantasy sports for almost a decade.  Wherever there's heavy competition, you'll be sure to find me in the mix. 

I intend on contributing an educated and unique fan's prespective to Mission Competition.  Each Friday during the season, I will be covering the upcoming NY Jets matchup.  Love me or hate me, I'm coming at you unbiased and full throttle.  

I hope you enjoy!