GCA at Jefferson County

[gcapride]

Grace travels to take on 6A Jeff Co. 7th largest school in the state. Thoughts?

[pujo]

Grace travels to take on 6A Jeff Co. 7th largest school in the state. Thoughts?

Blowout. Cocke Co laid it on them and they couldn't score on Cloudland. It sounds big but really nothing to it.

[crow]

I don't know anything about Jeff. Co so can't comment much but I do know McKamey & company won't likely schedule a season opener with someone completely above their level. I'm sure they have done their homework and know they are capable of pulling a win. That said numbers can change a team in a single season and as you said they definitely have the kids in the halls, just don't know if they have them on the field. It'll definitely be interesting.

[gcapride]

Watched them in 7 on 7 at Maryville. They have skill players, not sure about the rest. 11 is a player and 33 will run it tough. Glad it's finally here.

[crow]

I remember you commenting on those 2 earlier in the summer. I'm interested to hear your analysis of them after the pads start popping. That seems to change the dynamic. I know how your boys respond to that, interested to see how JC does. Arms get shorter and focus on the ball soften with heavy steps in the area and a lil birdie told me the new DB coach in doing a good job down there.

Edited August 16, 2015 by crow

[Southtowner]

Jefferson County

 

Coach: Kenny Cobble (19-23, fifth season)

 

Last Year: 2-8 (missed playoffs)

 

Returning Starters: 10 (five offense, five defense)

 

Offense: Spread

 

Defense: 4-3

 

Headliners: Austin Jenkins (6-foot-5, 192, Sr.) threw for more than 1,200 yards last season. Former QB Noah Carter (6-0, 186, Sr.) led the team in receiving. WR/FS Gorel Soumare (6-4, 200, Sr.) is a college prospect. LB Dakoda Cody (5-8, 215, Sr.) is a top defender.

 

Newcomers: RB Treyson Mills (6-0, 172, Jr.) and RB/CB Michael Elay (5-11, 168, Jr.) could bolster the run game.

 

Why Jefferson County Will Win: The Patriots have a strong senior class. Jenkins will throw to a talented receiving corps.

 

Why Jefferson County Won’t Win: Some starters must be replaced on the offensive and defensive lines. Overall team depth must improve.

 

 PrepXtra preview : http://www.knoxnews.com/sports/prepextra/prepxtra-team-previews_24201628

[Southtowner]

Grace Christian

 

Coach: Randy McKamey (76-19, ninth season)

 

Last Year: 10-4 (Class 2A semifinals)

 

Returning Starters: 16 (eight offense, eight defense)

 

Offense: Wing-T

 

Defense: 4-3

 

Headliners: Senior strong safety Wade Sluss (5-10, 190) is a big hitter who can set the tone. Jimmy Clevenger ( 6-0, 175, Sr.) is a versatile playmaker on both sides of the ball. Senior Rhett Elwood (6-4, 220) is a two-time state discus state champion who doubles as an effective tight end and defensive end. Senior fullback/linebacker Tyler Beck (5-11, 195) might be the biggest key to the Rams’ offense. “As the fullback goes, so goes our offense,†McKamey said.

 

Newcomers: Quarterback Austin Kirby is a senior transfer from Central who can run and throw. Colt Treischmann, who moved from Missouri with brother Ashton, will be among the fastest players in the PrepXtra coverage area. Colt is a senior wide receiver/defensive back. Ashton is a sophomore running back/linebacker.

 

Why Grace Christian Will Win: Sixteen returning starters plus three impact transfers should help. The Rams have been to the state semifinals the past two years, and are hungry to break through.

 

Why Grace Christian Won’t Win: Only a bevy of injuries or major mental lapses should stop the Rams.

 

PrepXtra preview :http://www.knoxnews.com/sports/prepextra/prepxtra-team-previews_24201628

[pujo]

 

Grace Christian

 

Coach: Randy McKamey (76-19, ninth season)

 

Last Year: 10-4 (Class 2A semifinals)

 

Returning Starters: 16 (eight offense, eight defense)

 

Offense: Wing-T

 

Defense: 4-3

 

Headliners: Senior strong safety Wade Sluss (5-10, 190) is a big hitter who can set the tone. Jimmy Clevenger ( 6-0, 175, Sr.) is a versatile playmaker on both sides of the ball. Senior Rhett Elwood (6-4, 220) is a two-time state discus state champion who doubles as an effective tight end and defensive end. Senior fullback/linebacker Tyler Beck (5-11, 195) might be the biggest key to the Rams’ offense. “As the fullback goes, so goes our offense,†McKamey said.

 

Newcomers: Quarterback Austin Kirby is a senior transfer from Central who can run and throw. Colt Treischmann, who moved from Missouri with brother Ashton, will be among the fastest players in the PrepXtra coverage area. Colt is a senior wide receiver/defensive back. Ashton is a sophomore running back/linebacker.

 

Why Grace Christian Will Win: Sixteen returning starters plus three impact transfers should help. The Rams have been to the state semifinals the past two years, and are hungry to break through.

 

Why Grace Christian Won’t Win: Only a bevy of injuries or major mental lapses should stop the Rams.

 

PrepXtra preview :http://www.knoxnews.com/sports/prepextra/prepxtra-team-previews_24201628

 

And could very well have another transfer from Maryville. Grace will be a handful

[TheAmbassador]

Grace wins this game easily.

[BarneySox2007]

The more I hear and read I don't think you have anything to worry about gcapride. I have seen GCA in a scrimmage and was very impressed with the size in the offensive line. 

[gcapride]

O Line is big and has depth. Slight drop off in the 2's, but not much. JR's and SO's behind SR's that have played a lot of football.

[bluedevil6913]

Still not sure how you put up 42 in a 2 quarter jamboree. That's impressive. Must have speed to kill.

Edited August 17, 2015 by bluedevil6913