Haywood vs Dyersburg round 2

[Kruger77]

Here we are, first game between the teams this year and it’s in the playoffs how do y’all see this one going 

[stacmot]

For what it's worth, the Massey Ratings give Haywood a 76% chance of winning with a most likely score of 41-26.  Looking at stats, Dyersburg seems to be fairly strong on offense but somewhat vulnerable on defense.  In Haywood's last two games, the Tomcats have looked strong on both sides of the ball, so I hope that will be the case in this game.  However, a major concern for me is that Haywood has only been able to play 3 games in the last 8 weeks.  That makes it hard to establish any kind of consistency or momentum. 

But it's Haywood vs. Dyersburg and anything can happen.  Haywood is Dyersburg's oldest rival.  You can throw out all the predictions, score comparisons, stats, etc...  Dyersburg always plays Haywood tough, and I'm sure both Coach Stowe and Coach Shearon (former Haywood coaches) would love nothing more than to knock the Tomcats out of the playoffs.  I look for a tough high scoring game. 

Go Tomcats!!!

[Kruger77]

46 minutes ago, stacmot said:

For what it's worth, the Massey Ratings give Haywood a 76% chance of winning with a most likely score of 41-26.  Looking at stats, Dyersburg seems to be fairly strong on offense but somewhat vulnerable on defense.  In Haywood's last two games, the Tomcats have looked strong on both sides of the ball, so I hope that will be the case in this game.  However, a major concern for me is that Haywood has only been able to play 3 games in the last 8 weeks.  That makes it hard to establish any kind of consistency or momentum. 

But it's Haywood vs. Dyersburg and anything can happen.  Haywood is Dyersburg's oldest rival.  You can throw out all the predictions, score comparisons, stats, etc...  Dyersburg always plays Haywood tough, and I'm sure both Coach Stowe and Coach Shearon (former Haywood coaches) would love nothing more than to knock the Tomcats out of the playoffs.  I look for a tough high scoring game. 

Go Tomcats!!!

Dyersburg offense is very explosive and i agree their defense gives up points against good teams. Even tho they won convincingly last night they gave up 27 to an average millington team 51 to ripley as well and it seems our team is hitting its stride at the right time 

[Kruger77]

Just now, Tomcatfan2011 said:

Dyersburg offense is very explosive and i agree their defense gives up points against good teams. Even tho they won convincingly last night they gave up 27 to an average millington team 51 to ripley as well and it seems our team is hitting its stride at the right time 

Also with us being battle tested. Dyersburg biggest comp this year was Hardin county 

[BLACKFRIDAY]

I've seen both teams play.

I'm going to go with Dyersburg. I just have that feeling.

[CHARGERFAN]

I'm pulling for the Tomcats.

[reddyrebel6]

4 hours ago, BLACKFRIDAY said:

I've seen both teams play.

I'm going to go with Dyersburg. I just have that feeling.

If Dyersburg wins, they may have to score 60. 

[Kruger77]

1 hour ago, reddyrebel6 said:

If Dyersburg wins, they may have to score 60. 

If this game comes to a shoot out i like our chances. I feel like our WR can take advantage with our height difference 

[bglass]

If Haywood had Simpson from Westview they would be awesome !! I’d like to see him with some real weapons.

[Trojan]

Y’all have done a good job of summing up this game. Dyersburg can score but defense is very young. Sophomore heavy. 

[BLACKFRIDAY]

18 hours ago, reddyrebel6 said:

If Dyersburg wins, they may have to score 60. 

I believe they are capable of doing that. I also expect a shootout. Especially if Haywood turns the ball over and gets a bunch bonehead penalties. 

[reddyrebel6]

1 hour ago, BLACKFRIDAY said:

I believe they are capable of doing that. I also expect a shootout. Especially if Haywood turns the ball over and gets a bunch bonehead penalties. 

I lean more towards it not being very close