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2017 high school football practice in pads begins

Cage  Ellis catches the ball during a drill at Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Cage Ellis catches the ball during a drill at Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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First huddle before practice at the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
First huddle before practice at the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Coach Trey Perry, left, oversees a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Trey Perry, left, oversees a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Junior Jordan Oden (13) participates in a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Junior Jordan Oden (13) participates in a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Coach Trey Perry speaks to his team during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Trey Perry speaks to his team during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Cane Ridge coach Eddie Woods instructs his players during a practice.
Cane Ridge coach Eddie Woods instructs his players during a practice.
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Chris Humphreys puts his helmet on before entering the field for a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Chris Humphreys puts his helmet on before entering the field for a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Oakland Navash Daley (32) tries to remain hydrated during a break in practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland Navash Daley (32) tries to remain hydrated during a break in practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale’s Konner Perkins practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale’s Konner Perkins practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Cane Ridge defensive lineman Dewayne Johnson (left)
Cane Ridge defensive lineman Dewayne Johnson (left)
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Mt. Juliet linebacker Tony Thompson
Mt. Juliet linebacker Tony Thompson
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Coach Trey Perry talks to his team during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Trey Perry talks to his team during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Caleb Perkins (10) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Caleb Perkins (10) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Blackman's head coach David Watson works with players on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman's head coach David Watson works with players on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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A Rossview player watches as his teammates run during their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
A Rossview player watches as his teammates run during their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
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Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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West Creek High School football players line up on the field for a play during practice.
West Creek High School football players line up on the field for a play during practice.
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Malik Bowen participates in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Malik Bowen participates in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players set up for a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players set up for a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Coach Curtis Grah oversees a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Curtis Grah oversees a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players take a short break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players take a short break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players head off the field for a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players head off the field for a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Ray O'Daffer participates in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Ray O'Daffer participates in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Dewayne Johnson tries to beat the heat with cool water on a break as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Dewayne Johnson tries to beat the heat with cool water on a break as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Mt. Juliet players look on during a recent practice.
Mt. Juliet players look on during a recent practice.
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Keaton Mang,  William Sonnier, Zach Pertuset and Coach Curtis Grah take advantage of a water break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Keaton Mang, William Sonnier, Zach Pertuset and Coach Curtis Grah take advantage of a water break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Senior running back Kenneth Sheilds moves fast outside the pocket as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Senior running back Kenneth Sheilds moves fast outside the pocket as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Junior Devon Starling trains on footwork as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Junior Devon Starling trains on footwork as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Players take a break for water and snacks during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players take a break for water and snacks during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Senior Rishone Burleson stretches out with teammates before the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Senior Rishone Burleson stretches out with teammates before the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Head coach Eddie Woods, right, and defensive backs coach Louis Applewhite observe their players as Cane Ridge practices on July 24, 2017.
Head coach Eddie Woods, right, and defensive backs coach Louis Applewhite observe their players as Cane Ridge practices on July 24, 2017.
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Head Coach Eddie Woods, right, and Defensive Back Coach Louis Applewhite observe their players as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under Coach Woods.
Head Coach Eddie Woods, right, and Defensive Back Coach Louis Applewhite observe their players as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under Coach Woods.
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Senior Kenneth Shields trains to block a punt with Coach Calvin McNairl as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Senior Kenneth Shields trains to block a punt with Coach Calvin McNairl as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Coach Reggie Grimes speaks to players during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Reggie Grimes speaks to players during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Roger Perry talks with Robbie Brewington during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Roger Perry talks with Robbie Brewington during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Sophomore Michael Reese looses the ball to Coach Louis Applewhite as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Sophomore Michael Reese looses the ball to Coach Louis Applewhite as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Dominic Davis runs to the outside during drills as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Dominic Davis runs to the outside during drills as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Jorie Green throws a pass during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Jorie Green throws a pass during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Freshmen wear white jerseys during practice as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Freshmen wear white jerseys during practice as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Vocal and intense, the Ravens gather between drills as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The team moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Vocal and intense, the Ravens gather between drills as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The team moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Players remove their pads for a short snack and water break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players remove their pads for a short snack and water break during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Quarterback junior Korey Andrews takes a snap as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Quarterback junior Korey Andrews takes a snap as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Freshman Quinton Barnes straps on his helmet as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Freshman Quinton Barnes straps on his helmet as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Sophomore Jahari Douglas snaps into action as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Sophomore Jahari Douglas snaps into action as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Coach Greg Abner speaks to his players during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Greg Abner speaks to his players during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Quarterback junior Korey Andrews picks a target as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Quarterback junior Korey Andrews picks a target as the Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
The Cane Ridge High School football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening in Antioch.The Ravens moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Junior Dominic Davis tips the ball to junior Alex Wickliff during a drill Monday evening as Cane Ridge High School's football team holds the first official practice of the season.The Ravens, in Antioch, moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Junior Dominic Davis tips the ball to junior Alex Wickliff during a drill Monday evening as Cane Ridge High School's football team holds the first official practice of the season.The Ravens, in Antioch, moved from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Freshman Dekelien Kelson prepares the field as Cane Ridge High School's football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening as the Ravens move from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
Freshman Dekelien Kelson prepares the field as Cane Ridge High School's football team holds the first official practice of the season Monday evening as the Ravens move from Class 5A to 6A after a 12-1 win streak last year under head coach Eddie Woods.
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Tate Anderson and his teammates head off the field for a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Tate Anderson and his teammates head off the field for a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Coach Reggie Grimes works with Jeremiah Birdsong during a drill at Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Coach Reggie Grimes works with Jeremiah Birdsong during a drill at Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Clarksvile Academy football players run back to the field after a quick water break during their first practice on July 24, 2017.
Clarksvile Academy football players run back to the field after a quick water break during their first practice on July 24, 2017.
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Backup quarterback Wade Williams (12) and quarterback Gavin Schoenwald (10) throw during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Backup quarterback Wade Williams (12) and quarterback Gavin Schoenwald (10) throw during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Smyrna's Blake Watkins (21) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Blake Watkins (21) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Brentwood Academy wide receiver Camron Johnson.
Brentwood Academy wide receiver Camron Johnson.
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Smyrna practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Jordan Carter (5) runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Jordan Carter (5) runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Jordan Carter makes a catch during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Jordan Carter makes a catch during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Trae Brimm (13) runs with the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Trae Brimm (13) runs with the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Blake Watkins (21) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Blake Watkins (21) passes the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna head coach Matt Williams watches practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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BlackmanÕs Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
BlackmanÕs Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Clarksville Academy players run through drills during their first practice of the season.
Clarksville Academy players run through drills during their first practice of the season.
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Riverdale Austin Lambert (4) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale Austin Lambert (4) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Brentwood Academy quarterback Gavin Schoenwald (left)
Brentwood Academy quarterback Gavin Schoenwald (left)
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Blackman’s Dontabious Claybrooks (34), Corry Rankins (3) and Jamis Carson (8) celebrate a play during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman’s Dontabious Claybrooks (34), Corry Rankins (3) and Jamis Carson (8) celebrate a play during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Blackman Nick Effler (14) grabs the snap during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman Nick Effler (14) grabs the snap during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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BlackmanÕs Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
BlackmanÕs Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Stewarts Creek’s coach David Martin
Stewarts Creek’s coach David Martin
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Blackman’s Connor Mitchell (6) hands the ball off during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman’s Connor Mitchell (6) hands the ball off during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland Brevin Linnell (2) throws a pass during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland Brevin Linnell (2) throws a pass during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland's Dickson Luwaju runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland's Dickson Luwaju runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland's Tekoy Randolph (9) rests during a break in practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland's Tekoy Randolph (9) rests during a break in practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Smyrna's Jordan Carter makes a catch during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Smyrna's Jordan Carter makes a catch during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland's Dickson Luwaju scrambles for the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland's Dickson Luwaju scrambles for the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland’s Justin Jefferfon (6) and Dickson Luwaju (81)  scramble for the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.  practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland’s Justin Jefferfon (6) and Dickson Luwaju (81) scramble for the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017. practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Oakland Brevin Linnell (2) throws a pass during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland Brevin Linnell (2) throws a pass during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale Jarek Campbell (10) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale Jarek Campbell (10) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale Michael Scruggs (25) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale Michael Scruggs (25) makes a catch during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale practices on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale football coach Will Kriesky
Riverdale football coach Will Kriesky
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Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017 .
Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017 .
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A Clarksville Academy player pauses for a second in between drills to catch his breath on July 24, 2017.
A Clarksville Academy player pauses for a second in between drills to catch his breath on July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale's DeAndre Litaker (88) practices on the first day to wear football pads, for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Rossview High School football players walk toward the field to begin their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
Rossview High School football players walk toward the field to begin their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
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Rossview player Isaiah Phillips warms up his arm as he throws the ball to coach Todd Hood as the rest of the players stretch on July 24, 2017.
Rossview player Isaiah Phillips warms up his arm as he throws the ball to coach Todd Hood as the rest of the players stretch on July 24, 2017.
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A Rossview player runs 600 yards during a warm up at practice on July 24, 2017.
A Rossview player runs 600 yards during a warm up at practice on July 24, 2017.
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Rossview player Zaden Weaver (34) gets ready to punt the ball during a play in their morning practice.
Rossview player Zaden Weaver (34) gets ready to punt the ball during a play in their morning practice.
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Rossview High School football players listen to their head coach Todd Hood during their first morning practice.
Rossview High School football players listen to their head coach Todd Hood during their first morning practice.
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Rossview players go through a play during their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
Rossview players go through a play during their first morning practice on July 24, 2017.
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A Clarksville Academy player carries his helmet as the team walks back for a water break.
A Clarksville Academy player carries his helmet as the team walks back for a water break.
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A Clarksville Academy player listens to head coach J.D. Sellers during his first football practice of the season.
A Clarksville Academy player listens to head coach J.D. Sellers during his first football practice of the season.
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Clarksville Academy defensive players are walked through a drill during their first practice of the season.
Clarksville Academy defensive players are walked through a drill during their first practice of the season.
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Clarksville Academy players Shawn Scott (62) and Hunter Bracy (5) huddle and cheer during their first football practice of the season on July 24, 2017.
Clarksville Academy players Shawn Scott (62) and Hunter Bracy (5) huddle and cheer during their first football practice of the season on July 24, 2017.
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A Clarksville Academy player squirts water into his mouth during a quick water break.
A Clarksville Academy player squirts water into his mouth during a quick water break.
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Clarksville Academy quarterback Bryce Robinson warms up his arm during the first practice of the season.
Clarksville Academy quarterback Bryce Robinson warms up his arm during the first practice of the season.
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West Creek High School football player Jaylin Carroll (52) takes a knee and smiles as he watches other players work through drills during their first practice.
West Creek High School football player Jaylin Carroll (52) takes a knee and smiles as he watches other players work through drills during their first practice.
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A West Creek High School player tosses the ball to the quarterback as the team runs through drills during their first practice.
A West Creek High School player tosses the ball to the quarterback as the team runs through drills during their first practice.
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A West Creek High School player runs past defensive during a play at practice on July 24, 2017.
A West Creek High School player runs past defensive during a play at practice on July 24, 2017.
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A West Creek High School player wipes sweat from his face during practice on July 24, 2017.
A West Creek High School player wipes sweat from his face during practice on July 24, 2017.
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A West Creek High School player gets ready to throw the ball to a teammate during practice.
A West Creek High School player gets ready to throw the ball to a teammate during practice.
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Three West Creek players rest after running through drills during their first practice of the season.
Three West Creek players rest after running through drills during their first practice of the season.
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A West Creek High School player throws the ball to a teammate during practice.
A West Creek High School player throws the ball to a teammate during practice.
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A West Creek player charges with the ball during his first practice of the season.
A West Creek player charges with the ball during his first practice of the season.
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Blackman’s Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman’s Master Teague (33) runs the ball during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Oakland’s head coach Kevin Creasy works with players during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland’s head coach Kevin Creasy works with players during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Brentwood Academy's Mike Archie takes a water break during the first practice in pads Monday, July 24, 2017.
Brentwood Academy's Mike Archie takes a water break during the first practice in pads Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale players warm up during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale players warm up during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Quarterback Tre Stewart gets tackled during a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Quarterback Tre Stewart gets tackled during a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Oakland’s Mookie Wilson (4) runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Oakland’s Mookie Wilson (4) runs the ball during practice on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Head Coach Matt Kriesky calls to his players during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Head Coach Matt Kriesky calls to his players during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale’s head coach Will Kriesky pumps up his players  during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale’s head coach Will Kriesky pumps up his players during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Brentwood Academy's Daniel Taylor and Mike Archie clap hands as they trade places during first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Brentwood Academy's Daniel Taylor and Mike Archie clap hands as they trade places during first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale’s head coach Will Kriesky pumps up his players  during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale’s head coach Will Kriesky pumps up his players during practice, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Members of the Brentwood Academy varsity football team line up for drills at there first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Members of the Brentwood Academy varsity football team line up for drills at there first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Assistant Coach Gaston Miller watches as players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Assistant Coach Gaston Miller watches as players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Blackman takes to the field during the first day of practice in pads Monday, July 24, 2017.
Blackman takes to the field during the first day of practice in pads Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER / DNJ
Grey Cummings of Brentwood Academy splashes his face with water during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Grey Cummings of Brentwood Academy splashes his face with water during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Coach Buddy Alexander directs Collin Taylor (13) and Mike Archie (17) during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Coach Buddy Alexander directs Collin Taylor (13) and Mike Archie (17) during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Brentwood Academy coach Cody White
Brentwood Academy coach Cody White
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Camron Johnson (27), with his helmet up, looks back toward his coach during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Camron Johnson (27), with his helmet up, looks back toward his coach during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Senior Dean Critcher (11) and teammates and coaches head toward the practice fields for Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Senior Dean Critcher (11) and teammates and coaches head toward the practice fields for Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players and coaches head to the practice fields for Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players and coaches head to the practice fields for Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Brentwood Academy coach Cody White helps Michael Hunt with a yellow cap which distinguishes players for the quarterback during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Brentwood Academy coach Cody White helps Michael Hunt with a yellow cap which distinguishes players for the quarterback during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Offensive Line Coach B.J. Oliver talks to his team during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Offensive Line Coach B.J. Oliver talks to his team during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Centennial coach Matt Kriesky observes a drill during practice Monday, July 24, 2017.
Centennial coach Matt Kriesky observes a drill during practice Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Senior Zach Steere (21) catches a during  a drill at Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Senior Zach Steere (21) catches a during a drill at Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Centennial assistant coach Gaston Miller gives instructions to junior Jariel Wilson during practice Monday, July 24, 2017.
Centennial assistant coach Gaston Miller gives instructions to junior Jariel Wilson during practice Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Camron Johnson (27) talks with Kenyon Garlington (15) during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Camron Johnson (27) talks with Kenyon Garlington (15) during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Brentwood Academy's Mike Archie catches a pass during first practice of the season at the Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Brentwood Academy's Mike Archie catches a pass during first practice of the season at the Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Brentwood Academy quarterback Gavin Schoenwald talks with teammate Braden Murphy as they take a break during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
Brentwood Academy quarterback Gavin Schoenwald talks with teammate Braden Murphy as they take a break during the first practice of the season at Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn., Monday, July 24, 2017.
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Camron Johnson (27) talks with a teammate during a break in the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Camron Johnson (27) talks with a teammate during a break in the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Quarterback Gavin Schoenwalkd throws the ball during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
Quarterback Gavin Schoenwalkd throws the ball during the first day of high school football practice in pads at Brentwood Academy Monday, July 24, 2017 in Brentwood, Tenn.
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Jeremiah Birdsong, left, and Colby Martin participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Jeremiah Birdsong, left, and Colby Martin participate in a drill during Mt. Juliet High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Riverdale’s Michael Scruggs (25) works on his tackling skills during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale’s Michael Scruggs (25) works on his tackling skills during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Riverdale’s Michael Scruggs (25) goes for a catch during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
Riverdale’s Michael Scruggs (25) goes for a catch during practices, on the first day to wear football pads for the season, on Monday, July 24, 2017.
HELEN COMER/DNJ
Assistant Coach Gaston Miller talks to his players during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Assistant Coach Gaston Miller talks to his players during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players run a drill during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Assistant Coach Gaston Miller talks with Jariel Wilson (4) and Tre Carlton (2) during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Assistant Coach Gaston Miller talks with Jariel Wilson (4) and Tre Carlton (2) during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Senior Jarvel Pope takes a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Senior Jarvel Pope takes a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Head Coach Matt Kriesky  motivates his team during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Head Coach Matt Kriesky motivates his team during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Centennial High School quarterback Tre Stewart (12) prepares to throw during their practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Centennial High School quarterback Tre Stewart (12) prepares to throw during their practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Players take a water break during Centennial High School's football practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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Assistant Jim Glover talks with Centennial High quarterback Tre Stewartduring their practice Monday July 24, 2017.
Assistant Jim Glover talks with Centennial High quarterback Tre Stewartduring their practice Monday July 24, 2017.
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