sidelineOC9

Everyone needs to remember that we are talking about kids here. This QB people complain about, is still a part of last years Region Champs, second this year in the region, and helping the team go to the second round of the playoffs this year. The team is still playing in the middle of November when most of the region is getting ready for the weight room. Your views on the passing game may be right. However, openly discussing a single players performance should have some restrain. Especially, if I am a fan of the team. I wouldn't feel good if that such player reads these threads before the game, knowning how, his fans don't have trust in him. He has played well in the second half of the year and has made some very big plays. He can get it done for this team. Just a thought.

I am not sure recruiters do though!!

Combos... that was just a healthy discussion on the punt return. If you could see that we arent really even arguing but just agreeing in a really weird way. lol. I just seem to blame the players a little more than the officials. Might I add that my view is not any more right than the other gentleman discussing it with me. Glad you liked the post, credit is given when earned. Franklin has certainly earned it on the offensive side of the ball. I just dont like the threads when people bash this offense. If you are a really in to this region and you watch games and stop listening to misguided rumors then you would know Franklin has a very good offensive system that puts up points and yards.

I guess I would end this with saying you and lax4life seem to think that the officials LET him score the TD. You also stated, "That was quite a penalty ALLOWING the returner to run the ball back for a TD." Both of you take the positions that it is the officials fault. I would put blame on coaches or players for not quitting on the play (although I would not dare put blame on a program). Out of 22 players, 1 decided to keep his head in the game and play within the rules. No whistle = live play. If I am coaching for the Bruins and I hear one of the players complain about the play, I would have to say, "If you tackle him, then he doesnt score on a 58 yd. TD!" "Play between the whistles" sorry to beat a dead horse!!

Burros will take this game. The new addition at QB is the real deal. His scrimmage film against BA is very impressive... nothing mind blowing but his movement and athletisicm is ridiculuous. If his mind is in it and he is ready mentally for the game, I dont see how beech can stop those weapons on offense and especially if one of them touches the ball every play. Not a fan of either team. On the outside looking in!

Ok, I understand your comments about the punt return. You were just commenting on other threads. To be honest that was just the thread I decided to shed light on and was directed to everyone who had commented on it. Why ignore stats when coaches all over the country use them to size up competition!!! (and yes they can be misleading but I dont think these stats will be though) Total yards OFFENSE vs. Hillsboro (very fast defense).- 228 yds. vs. McCallie.- 247 yds. vs. Ravenwood.- 145 yds. (everyone has a bad game) vs. McGavock.- 337 yds. vs. Indy.- 278 yds. WOW!!! vs. Brentwood.- 200 yds. vs. Northeast.- 394 yds. yikes, starters are out beginning of 3rd quarter vs. Columbia.- 372 yds. thats three games now in the 300's vs. Dickson Co.- 336 yds. now thats four games in the 300's Total without CHS = 2,537 yds. However, in reference to your comment about defensive points I would have to say this. Franklin still out scores the closest teams by 51 points. Ok, take away those 21 points from defense, and the offense is still ahead. Indy also decides to go on it in their short field to try and light a spark in their players. The coach even states that it was a mutual decision to go for it and that if he could do it again he would not have gone for it. So your right that doesnt mean they drove the ball 80+ to score. They will take what is given to them. For High School, those numbers are good. So, when looking at everything... Franklin can move the ball. If that doesnt convince you then I dont know what will. Old cliche to, "Your defense is your best offense."

One more thing I would also stop blaming officials and start chewing out the punt team for stopping "between the whistles" which is a cardinal sin in the game of football. Look within for the problem.

Lets call the play what it is then... 1.) Should the play have been blown dead? Yes. 2.) Should the flag been thrown for interference? Yes. 3.) Should the touchdown be scored? Yes and No. Explaination, the ball should have been placed at the spot of the fair catch and a penalty as a result of the contact, there was no whistle on the play. The officials let them play. Franklin's player was aware of playing "between the whistles" and took advantage. Did it matter in the end? No Brentwood wins.

This is a post for people who doubt the Franklin offense. Yes, they have a great defense but the offense is seriously underrated. Brentwood would have to compete with one of the other best defenses in region 6-5A. Lets look at some numbers here. Points Against - Total from regular season 1. Brentwood.- 136 2. Franklin.- 147 3. Independence.- 157 4. Dickson Co..- 200 Points For - Same as above 1. Franklin.- 285 2. Dickson Co./Ind..- 234 3. Ravenwood/Cent..- 206 Well, if you are one of the worst offense's in the region, how can you lead the in the most points of the year? That doesnt make since at all. With their running threats of three talented backs the receiving core is coached very well. These are complete receivers that block downfield as well as make plays after the catch. The line has been solid as well. I am not sure of the exact scores but I believe this offense has put up 4 games of 40 points or more, and 2 games 35 points or more. I am sorry but you dont put up those kind of numbers without something clicking right on offense side of the ball. Just a reminder.