[Dragonsdad]

I agree, thier off line is suspect. But I really believe it is better than last years line. I say this because they have lost size in only 1 position and have gained speed and strength in every position. They have done well in the weight room so far this year and have 3 mos to go before season practice starts. The addition of Okey Boggs at guard will definately be a plus, the kid is stronger than any last season and adds speed to the position. Steven jones at center is coming along well. He split the duties last season. Last years squad was little more than a glorified jv team and they protected Ty Saragas well enough to put up 3 tds against Hazard. The defense is where the dragons will gain the most. Practically everyone returns. Cept bigger,faster and stronger. The nice thing is that with the addition of, ex-dragon,John Luttrel at asst.coach the kids are learning to play more physical and with more emotion. This will only add to a defense that had fairly good stats,especially in pass defense,for a group of sophomores. I think if all goes well they can travel deep into the playoffs this season. One thing is for sure, pikeville won't see the same team they saw in the playoffs last season. It'll be a game this year. I'm looking forward to it.