[tomcatfan722000]

Ashland is very good against the outside run and against mis-direction. They move really well to the ball and their LB's collapse very well. Where the Tomcats are vulnerable is straight up the middle and on quick hitters, which is where Belfry had a good amount of success. I am also curious to see how they react to a team who can effectively pass the ball. Their secondary is fantastic in run support which really aids in the outside run defense. I wonder if that would soften with a QB who can move the pocket and force them to honor dragging WR's and TE's with the flow.

The Tomcats are legit though. I don't know if they are on the level of a Highlands, but I sure wouldn't want to face them if I were a 4A team.

The thing with ashlands pass defense is no one has had time to really throw all year cause the d line is so good. The secondary doesnt have to stay in coverage long and it allows them to be agressive and make plays. Against a team with strong pass protection they can hold up but but the front seven is what this defense is built around.