BTSC Survivor Pool Update: Getting ready for Week 1

Entry into the Behind The Steel Curtain survivor pool is coming to a close. Over 500 people have entered the contest to see if their skills at picking NFL games can earn them a signed David DeCastro football. Personally, I have two major questions leading into the competition: how many are going to be eliminated in Week 1, and how long is the contest going to take?

Reminder of Important Rules:

Here are the rules of play, which are outlined in the Commissioner’s note on the league's main page:

There are also some additional rules all contestants need to be aware of and consider when making your picks:

• If any players complete the NFL regular season and a winner has not been determined, the availability of choosing teams will be reset for the playoffs.