JustAnotherFootballFan

I believe he just did, Gomer!

I don't have a dog (no pun intended) in this race, but if you will note, I said, "don't ever underestimate a good salesman". Until Knox County decides to change their policy, coaches will find every loophole they can to win, and those that don't will be looking in from the outside. Good coaches find players or better yet, players find good coaches. I don't know coach Jones and probably never will, but don't run a man down for figuring out how to play the game. Expect you school and coaches to get into the game.

Josh apparently pulled the athletes out of the school. Don't ever underestimate a good salesman. Especially one that can coach.

absolutely unnecessary!

Waco, I have respectfully disagreed with you for years and 3 years of that was when my son was playing. I now know you have a pretty good grasp on what's happening. I have been around the game and in the game for many years and I still can't comprehend what I just saw. I agree with your earlier statement that this team is not as good as the 2020 team, but I'm not sure they are any better than the 2021 team either. Coaching, youth, I don't know, but what I just saw was ridiculous.

DB had the momentum and Greeneville was tired. No better time to make that call than then. It was a heck of a call! Had you been at the game you would have agreed with the call. I told my son before we scored we needed to go for two. That doesn't make me an expert, but it was the right call. Don't give a team a 2nd wind when you have them where you want them. That's exactly where DB was. Greeneville made the play and the rest is history, but it was the right call.

DB is as good as they want to be. Once we play Greeneville we shall know how go we are. We play who will accept the invitation and currently that is the schedule that exist. Yes, the Knoxville schedule was better, but the hope is the kids rise to the challenge when we get there. DB needs to focus and improve 1 game at a time. Talent wins when the focus is on the basics and the team immediately in front of you, not on what could be.

I would have played the game if it were up to me and my son. The fault still and will always remain with McMinn's coaches and administration for trying to hide the truth. If they had just been upfront the game would have been played. Ifs, ands, or buts, we would all have a Merry Christmas.

The high school's website is generally the most accurate. DB's website is as close to accurate as I have found. Most other schools are spotty at best. The only reason I believe this to be true is due to my son playing for DB and I know the majority of the players on the roster.

Maybe not this year, but Murvil will definitely know not to overlook the new kids on the block. Something I hope DB will do year in and year out.

Jackson appears to be more of a linebacker than a running back in college. Thoughts?

It is amazing how one kid can make such a difference in a game, but Jeff Co. hit the lottery with their quarterback and he complements the team well. Barring injury, we will be seeing this kid on Saturdays. I have not seen a quarterback as talented in Upper ETN in the 30 years I have lived here.

JD...wasn't trying to slight any of the players on the roster or the ones that get an opportunity to contribute. Just wanted to let the masses know the roster isn't always as big as it appears. I hope your grandson gets better and back on the field soon.

And if we are being honest, that is the case at most schools not named Maryville, Oakland, Greeneville or Alcoa.

Roughly 85 on the roster sophomores through seniors, but only about 36 contribute. The rest of the players are window dressing.