[bucslover68]

With Johnson Central playing Harrison County (0-9) and Belfry playing Jackson County (1-8) in the 1st round of the playoffs....

It wouldn't surprise me to see both teams rest some of their players that have some nagging injuries.


It will give them 2 weeks to rest and be ready for the 2nd round of the playoffs.


And yes... I know this is a big rivalry game, and I want to see JC win out and go 10-0.
But I would rather see a deep playoff run with a full, healthy team than lose some starters to injuries in this game.

I agree. Both teams have their sights set for greater things. This is the most banged up I can remember a Belfry team. The offense still has a shot to do some good things against JC, but if Belfry is without half their starting defense, including the two big guys up front in Horton and Bentley, then it will be a long night for the Big Red. The Belfry D has been inconsistent against runs up the gut and we all know where JC likes to run. The best game plan for Belfry is to rely on its big O line and control ball and clock and score when the opportunity arises. Easier said than done IMO, but strange things happen in this series. Both teams have only held serve once at home during this series in the last 7 meetings.