[Football1]

If you have a weak team that isnt in contention for a region title then schedule weak teams that you can get atleast a few w's so the kids will see how it feels to win. If you have a chance at making it deep into the playoffs you should have some tough teams to be prepared for the playoffs. As well as a weak team some where on the schedule so your starters will have some time to rest and your backups get in-game experience. But it all depends on the team and how they respond to a few bad losses or a few blowout wins. Either way you can only get better by having close games with teams that you are evenly matched up with.

I agree. Knowing your players and what level they will be able to compete at allows you to form a schedule that challenges them but keeps it competitive. Problem is - coach's tend to overestimate their teams abilities.