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Powell is struggling. Running game is not what it should be. They don’t seem to have a true running back. #3, #15 and #13 lack break away speed. Advantage Oak Ridge. I think #4 should be given a shot back there. Passing game is very inconsistent. #2, #9, #11 are studs. Didn’t see much of # 22, who appears to be the fastest of the three. Heard he was hooked up to IV this week at ER with stomach bug. Coaching there is baffling. With that being said, Oak Ridge does a better job coaching their players up. I think Oak Ridge wins this game by “Coaching”. Coach Gaddis and his staff get the edge on that one. I don’t see Powell getting past West, Oak Ridge or Halls (if they meet again) in post season Powell fans may not like to hear this, but too much hype and too many individuals. Oak Ridge upsets Powell 35-28

DeSean Bishop is a special player!

Defense is truly not very good. Still some confusion. Coaches were scrambling at times to get 11 players on the field for Powell and one time had 13. One time they actually punted with 10 on the field. Defense was getting bullied against Maryville. Powell outside defenders kept losing containment on runs. Saw some chewing out of players on the sidelines. Still discipline problems. Way too many penalties. The Maryville offensive linemen are motors. They don't stop blocking until a little after the whisle blows.. The Rebels are a joy to watch. No excessive celebrating or slicing the throat signs. Two key injuries too for Powell hurt them a lot. Powell has a stable of recievers. When #4 came out, I saw his replacement (#22) wide open several times but QB didn't throw his way. Didn't see that kid on offense after the third quarter. He played well against Anderson County. Very fast and talented. The best running back in the region will rush for 200 yards, he being Desean Bishop. Karns throws, but not well. My prediction is Powell beats Karns 60-19

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I don’t think Powell can score 60 points against Maryville. I don’t think Maryville will shut Powell out. I’m not sure Powell is ready to compete against Maryville. I think Maryville wins by two touchdowns and a field goal

The first interception was a pass that hit receiver in both hands in stride (error on receiver- but unfortunately the QB gets the stat). It looked like the receiver was trying to beat the ball up. Definitely a good performance by Bearden defense though. They are well coached.

Powell has too many stars and not enough team players. Egos are out of control. Coaches and players out of sync. Powell QB under throwing receivers. Starting receivers were dropping passes. Bearden offense had no first downs. Powell speed on defense was too much. Looked like Bearden defense was as fast as Powell starting receivers. A few of Powell two way players looked worn out playing 1 quarter. Walter Nolen is legit. My prediction is Anderson County punches Powell in the mouth early. I think Powell comes back and wins a close one

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Does playing JV not count against eligibility? Also, explain 20 miles as the crow flies.

Question...2 top players from West have transferred to Oak Ridge. Are they immediately eligible? Great kid from Bearden has transferred to West. Is he immediately eligible? Kid from Greeneville has transferred to Jefferson County. Is he immediately eligible? All these players had really good playing time last season...

Oak Ridge is loaded. Top coaches. Will walk all over Powell at Oak Ridge and go back to state

Who are the most underrated players in Knox County/Anderson County/E. Tennessee

Thank you. They will be fun to watch

We hear a lot about Powell's receivers. One receiver we don't hear enough of is a kid #22. This kid is all over the field and I understand he too is class of 2023. Anyone know much about him? He plays DB and a returner

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