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Big win for the Blackman Blaze against a very formidable opponent. Good luck to Rhea Co. the rest of the season. Wins will start coming for that team.

I was very impressed with the QB last week against Blackman. I knew they were a better team than last weeks score indicated. Most of that had to do with the opponent. The Commandos are a solid football team.

This. After seeing all three teams play I think Blackman is a couple touchdowns better than both Oakland and Maryville. Maryville wasn't at full strength with the QB sidelined so that can certainly change things. Long season to go.

Blackman's offense would be absolutely loaded if this happens. Mitchell can flat out fly and could be used at a position that suits him much better. Then the addition of Otey some on offense with Knox, Teague, and Burks could mean Blackman finally get's a gold ball. Again sometimes things on paper don't always translate to the field. It's very difficult not to be excited about it though.

I think Whitehaven and BA would be a war. Whitehaven and Oakland for that matter have much better defenses than either BA or MBA. I do think those teams are better offensively but you wouldn't throw for 300 plus on Whitehaven. No way no how.

Yea it was incredibly physical no doubt. And I am talking about Oaklands scheme as a whole. Whitehaven has a great defense every year and I don't know if that scheme will ever beat them. Nothing surprised Whitehaven last night and they were way to physical and powerful to keep running 2 belly every first down for a gain of 1. I don't think it was play calling I just believe that is Oaklands system that has worked against inferior opponents. Again Oakland was just outmanned and I get that. I know most people think the private schools are the best in the state but the 2 teams that played last night were the cream of the crop in 2016 in my opinion. I hate that Oakland lost but I was not disappointed that I went and sat in the rain for 3 hours. That was a game I will never forget and I have a feeling those 2 teams are gonna play each other again in the state very soon. Whitehaven has surpassed everyone as the top dog in 6a now even Maryville in my opinion. I hope the Blackman Blaze can throw their hate in the ring at some point.

Man I'm not taking anything away from you guys. You're defense is very elite and you beat what I think is the best Ruco county team I've ever seen fair and square. I think any team after a loss has to look at why they lost and make sure it doesn't happen again. I think opening the offense up would have helped Oakland and think they need to in the coming years. When you get to the championship you're always gonna play a good defense and you have to adapt. Whitehaven did and Oakland didn't. So understand you guys are the best team in the state and maybe the best defense I've ever seen. I was not taking credit away from your team. Congrats to y'all

Here to eat my crow! I was wrong about this game in several ways. Congrats to the Whitehaven fans and players. You guys are certainly the real deal. I think your size and strength eventually starting wearing on Oaklands defense and you really had your way late in the game. I do wonder if Oakland will add some offensive wrinkles in the offseason. It seems to me they only really run about 8 plays.

And you very well may. I've been wrong a few times in my life that's for certain lol. Hoping for a barn burner type of game. It's hard for a Blackman guy to root for Oakland but, have to recognize greatness when I see it though. But hey, maybe there are two great teams in 6A this year.

#6 from Oakland may be better than both. Kids a stud.

I respect Whitehaven and I haven't seen them play. Judging by previous 6A champs Oakland is much better than any team I've seen. I just can't see Whitehaven playing with them. I could be very wrong and will eat crow if I am. 24-7 Patriots.

They are 18th now

Oakland is huge. That film must be deceiving.

Absolutely. That team would have been very tough without the injuries they had. I don't root for them but also kinda hate that their season was somewhat derailed. I think Perkins was the best RB that has ever played for them. Bryson like for sure.

I'm a Blackman guy and Teague is the man but Perkins was poised for a big time breakout year. Great player and I hate he didn't get to finish out his senior year.

I just watched the game again and just wanted to say how awesome the Blackmon kid is. Fantastic player that a lot of big programs are missing out on. I really hope MTSU can get this kid.

We must have watched a different game. I saw a QB with very little time to throw the ball and WR's getting hit big everytime the ball was in the air. Also 3 interceptions which is more than Maryville had thrown In all of their other games combined. If Whitehaven comes out throwing the ball that is exactly what Oakland wants.

Congrats to Oakland on a big win over Maryville. Congrats to Maryville on another great season. I have a feeling these teams will meet quite a lot in the coming years.

Oakland would've still won

Not that it matters but Smyrna beat Maryville in 95 and 96. I just always see that a Ruco team hasn't beaten Maryville before. They have just not in 6A.

Oakland hits as hard as any team I've seen.

Oakland is killing thereselves. Should be a 3 TD lead. You have to score on Maryville when you can. Should be a great 2nd half.

Well it's gameday! This has been the matchup people have waited all year to see and I honestly have no idea who has the advantage tonight. I have not seen Maryville play this year but I know they will be very disciplined, smart, and ready to go like always. I've seen Oakland play several times and the one thing that worries me is lack of competition throughout this season. This was a down year for 7AAA and the Pats were several touchdowns better than anyone on their schedule. With that being said they beat every opponent the way they were expected to. Oakland will need to play better offensively than they did last week to win this game in my opinion. Maryville will find a way to put some points on the board and the Patriots will need to answer. On the other side, Maryville will have to keep the ball away from #7. He's extremely gifted and can score at any time the ball is in his hands. You must know his location on the field at all times on both sides of the ball. Also if #6 plays tonight, Maryville will have to find a way to disrupt his pass rush. He's an Sec caliber LB with great length and speed. I expect this one to be a chess match for sure and possibly a game we talk about for a long time. Safe Travels to all Maryville fans and players. It's gonna be a barn burner.

Oakland is very good but I'm not sure about the best ever. Oakland is not going to absolutely wow anyone on the offensive side of the ball. To me they are a good offensive team with a stellar defense. I think Smyrna 08 and some Rankin Riverdale teams would have a strong opinion on this Oakland team being the best Ruco team ever. With that being said I do think they are very very good and Maryville will have to play great to beat them. They can score a lot of different ways in all three facets of the game.

I would agree if Maryville won state last year but they didn't. Not shocking to put Oakland ahead in my opinion.