Brentwood Academy vs. Centennial

[WesVLT]

I know it's still 8 days away, but I figured I'd start the discussion about this Williamson County matchup between the Brentwood Academy Eagles and the Centennial Cougars. Who will win, by how many points, and why? I'll chime in later when everyone has had a chance to talk for awhile.

[boneal52]

Call me crazy, but I had to do it! I can't pick against my team.

 

I know the biggest issue will be the depth factor. The Eagles have more talent at each position than the Cougars and will have fewer guys going both ways. I think Centennial's defensive line will be the key for them as they will have to fend off a brutish offensive line to get to David Holbert. If they can keep a steady rotation and keep guys fresh and giving a nonstop effort, then that is their best scenario. Offensively, they'll have to break a few big plays to get points and feild position I think. Lining up and pounding it down BA's throat is not a realistic goal, but to play mistake free and make the best of your opportunities, is. They'll need the youngster Curtis Steele to use his speed a time or two to get a good gain and hopefully they'll get some positive yards from Phillip Bates and the rest. Also, if Brandon Meegs can get his hands on the ball a few times, that will help loosen up the front 7 of BA.

[BABOB]

William Griggs never gets tired and will be leading Holbert to a 150 yard game.

[FHSrebel27]

I'm predicting the upset here too. While I certainly won't be surprised if BA wins, and wins big, something tells me the Cougars will pull this one off. Or maybe this is just my general disliking of BA coming out. Who knows!

 

Anyways, this certainly shouldn't be a piece of cake for BA. Centennial will challenge them. I think BA's problem will be the apparent lack of an air attack. While the ground game for the Eagles is certainly good, I don't know if it will carry them in this game. I'm probably wrong though, but we'll see. I can't believe I'm going to say it but hey, GO COUGARS!

[faninthestand]

All I've heard is how strong BA's offense is looking with Holbert and company. I also understand from Centennial parent that the line on both sides of the ball won't be as strong as last year (at least early on). From what I understand about BA - size will turn the tide.

 

My bet is BA 28 - 7.

[FBALLER]

FHSrebel27 why dont you like BA?

 

Any particular reason?

Edited August 14, 2003 by FBALLER

[FHSrebel27]

A) They're not Franklin High School... other reasons that don't need to be discussed on a football board, that I don't want to discuss period.

Edited August 14, 2003 by FHSrebel27

[boneal52]

FHSRebel27, I'm glad I wont be alone in this one.

[FHSrebel27]

I just expect you to remember this every week this season, except for week 6 of course.

[boneal52]

But of course.

[wildcatfan]

Rebel,

Centennial will NOT ONLY lose to BA, they will also lose to BGA the following week. Consecutive losses...in keeping with the Centennial tradition.

 

I hope BA beats them senseless. I know BGA will.

 

And Rebel, bring on Franklin.

[twittycanes]

Wildcatfan - Will Blair Haskins get any playing time this year?