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Is BigTime1950 the same disgruntled former bulldog that always has a "bone" to pick?

When will interviews begin? Surely they want a coach in place before the Spring term begins. Must find someone to bring continuity. 5 years and 5 coaches. Unbelievable lack of leadership.

Powell v Maryville

Powell by AT LEAST 14

Rhea County is a good running football team. That should always scare you as a defense. However, Powell has too much firepower and a great QB. Im taking Powell 42 Rhea 13

West has played some good football this year. They rolled the dice versus a good Powell bunch for their only loss of the year. It'll be interesting to see how the 5A eastern part of the bracket works out this year. Lots of good teams: Central, Powell, West, South-Doyle, Oak Ridge, Gibbs. Hopefully one of them will take a Gold Ball back East. Odds are in this one that Oak Ridge will outlast West. West's RB shows up to some games and doesn't to others. Seems like he gets "injured" in every game. Also, it proves difficult to beat the same team twice in one season, as well. Nonetheless, it should be an excellent matchup.

Outside of the William Blount win last week, DB seems to be on a bit of a slide. I do know they played Alcoa to round out the season, however. It seems that Bearden is peaking at the right time. McMinn was a tough team all year. What are the predicted scores for this game? Should be an interesting one. I'll be attending Powell v Rhea County to see how good the Panthers actually are. Good luck to all teams playing this week and beyond.

Farragut played Maryville within 10 points in the last meeting. I hear Maryville was missing some key defensive starters, however. What are the predicted scores for this one? Farragut absolutely undressed Bradley Central last week. Bradley has athletes all over the field but never seem to put it all together. Some nights they decide to show up, others they shouldn't even get off the bus. Maryville has cruised to this point but always seem to play Farragut tight (relatively speaking).

Everyone knows HTV must always have the last say.

Probably didn't realize that the "multiplier" was going to take place before deciding to make the jump to 5A. But they did and they've suffered.

Yeah, not sure about that one. The "travel" excuse is used too often. Lots of teams have to travel substantial distances for region games.

My apologies BCB-MVP. I knew something didn't feel right in this thread!

FYP? I don't follow.

Rebs by 28-35

There are some very quality football coaches in that area and even on that staff that Lincoln Co administration should take a hard look at before opening it up to the entire state or region. You could win there with the correct supports in place. Obviously it has been done before.

And to be honest, this is where they belong. Fulton most likely wanted to be in 5A to avoid Catholic, but Catholic ended up there anyways with the multiplier before moving to DII.

Halls has really impressed this year. The RB, Paris has run like a wild man. I can remember when I was in MS and HS in the 90's and early 2000's, Halls was a force. In my opinion, HS football in East TN is better when Halls is good. I haven't followed Boone closely this year but I know they always play an attacking style of defense coupled with a great offensive scheme. You can also tell they've invested in their strength training over the past few years. I pray for a safe, hard fought game between these two tonight.

Greeneville is a physical football team year in and year out. They do an excellent job of preparing their kids and training them in the off-season. I had the opportunity to watch them a couple of years ago in the Quarters/Semis - cant remember exactly which - against Anderson Co. It was one of the better high school football games I had ever seen. I pray for a safe and hard fought game tonight between the Devils and Hustlin Tigers.

Morristown West dropping down to 5A and Morristown East moving up to 6A.

Unfortunately, it looks like the road to state runs through Greenback again this year. Good luck to any team that has to play them. You don't see kids like the Willis boy in 1A ball. He's a tough nut to stop. I pray this is a safe and hard fought game on both sides tonight.

McMinn has a tough rushing attack. I was in Chattanooga on business back in October and had the chance to catch the Cleveland game. The RB for McMinn is a tough runner to stop. Defensively, they were stingy and tried to keep everything in front of them. The RB was a force in the defensive backfield as well. Excited to see how R1 & R2 bracket plays out and see who goes to Maryville for Rd 3. I pray this is a safe and hard-fought game on both sides tonight.

Sweetwater is a physical football team. My nephew plays for Red Bank and had the opportunity to watch these teams in action. Red Bank had superior talent but there was great coaching on both sides of the ball. Excited to see how this bracket plays out. I pray for a safe and hard fought game between these quality football teams tonight.

I've been impressed with Dyer County all year. I went to the Ripley and West Creek game and they were dominant on both sides of the ball. However, Kirby has had an excellent year, as well. I pray this is a hard-fought and safe game. See you all there.

Maryville by 21 at least is my bet.

Cornersville defense is not what it was just one year ago! Crazy stuff! much worst