Bluegrassrivals

** The BGR Power Rankings are a different take on rankings offering a regional breakdown with all classes combined. These rankings are intended to be fluid with merit awarded on performance, strength of schedule, and the general "it" factor. A team is not guaranteed to retain their spot with a victory, nor are they guaranteed to move down due to a loss**

1. Harlan County- The Black Bears were a Semi-Finalist last season and enter 2013 with a deep/experienced team.

2. Johnson Central- The Golden Eagles debut at #2 thanks to an extremely experienced backfield and plenty of Senior leadership on defense.

3. Belfry- The Pirates were the lone Mountain representative in Bowling Green and have a core of extremely talented skill players, but only one returning linemen and a defense losing 6 starters make their start value a little lower.

4. Ashland- The Tomcats have possibly the best player East of I-75 in Quinton Baker, but will have to field a formidable defense to contend with Johnson Central in 4A.

5. Bell County- The Bobcats are hanging by a thread thanks in large part to a lack of another team with the pedigree to knock them off. Lots of questions for a Bobcat squad who will be very young.

One thing for sure the top 3 play each other early in the season

Correction 2 and 3 play against HC early

Ashland Blazer is too high. They do have Baker but not much else.

New coach, new offense. New players for the most part.

Odd to see Bell Co. that low.