5A 2022

[Facts4You]

Since we got the 6A thread up might as well start it for 5A. Who’s the top 5 to 10 next year? Who are the teams competing for the gold ball next year? Let’s hear it

Edited December 9, 2021 by Facts4You

[osunut2]

I'm struggling to pick a 5th team, but in no particular order, I've got Powell, West, Henry County, and Rhea County. Page brings some talent back, but without McNamara, I don't see them as a top 5 team yet. I also expect Knox Central to take another step back. Any thoughts on what Springfield, Mt. Juliet, and Green Hill bring back next year?

Edited December 9, 2021 by osunut2

[blazer1set]

Guys I would be shocked it a Knoxville area team did not bring back the gold in 2022.

[5AfballFan]

I see West and Powell on a collision course for the fourth year in a row. Without Nolen and a coach or two, West’s chances are looking better and better. 

[WilleTheWildcat]

Oak Ridge will be loaded with question marks but with talent to work with. The schedule will be brutal again so expect some defeats but hopefully the Wildcats will improve as the season rolls along.

Powell will have lots of talent but will they handle the pressure of having the bulleye on their back.

I like Rhea County, West and Henry County as well.

 

[MSURacer]

I expect the west side of the bracket to look not much different than it did this year. 

Henry County, Springfield, Memphis Central, Green Hill/MJ, and maybe even Page again will likely compete for a spot in Chattanooga. 

And I fully expect all the usual suspects from East TN to be back in the equation. The more 5A changes the more it stays the same in that regard.  

[Rhea Co.]

Out of the East I look for Powell and Rhea to come out of Region 3 & 4 then the winner gets West in the semifinals. If Rhea can find some replacements for the guys that are graduating, which I think they will. Rhea will be back in the quarterfinals at least. Too much talent not to be back to at least the quarterfinals. 
 

Depending on who Oak Ridge hires they could also be a contender in Region 3. 

Edited December 11, 2021 by Rhea Co.

[BigRed88]

I have to believe Henry County will definitely be in the mix out of the West. Not sure about the East but if I was betting I would say the regular teams will be in the hunt Knox West and Powell for sure. I'm sure there will be a surprise team or two that will make things interesting.

[Kevin38]

On 12/9/2021 at 11:20 AM, osunut2 said:

I'm struggling to pick a 5th team, but in no particular order, I've got Powell, West, Henry County, and Rhea County. Page brings some talent back, but without McNamara, I don't see them as a top 5 team yet. I also expect Knox Central to take another step back. Any thoughts on what Springfield, Mt. Juliet, and Green Hill bring back next year?

Springfield should be better by all accounts, they already had a stingy defense that may be even better if they can get some upcoming talent up to speed. The offense should be adjusted and improved as well, they will be in the mix on the west side as usual...

[MidTennFootball]

On 12/9/2021 at 11:20 AM, osunut2 said:

I'm struggling to pick a 5th team, but in no particular order, I've got Powell, West, Henry County, and Rhea County. Page brings some talent back, but without McNamara, I don't see them as a top 5 team yet. I also expect Knox Central to take another step back. Any thoughts on what Springfield, Mt. Juliet, and Green Hill bring back next year?

I believe GH is returning 15 starters, so they should be a factor again

[Knoxvegas865]

I predict Rhea County/Powell to be top of the east. Henry County/Green Hill out of west. Think it will be power run Henry County vs air raid Powell for state.

[KnoxPhoto]

12 hours ago, Knoxvegas865 said:

I predict Rhea County/Powell to be top of the east. Henry County/Green Hill out of west. Think it will be power run Henry County vs air raid Powell for state.

I believe Powell will have to sort out the defensive side of the ball for this to be possible