[mantax]

Post all you want...I've not read this entire thread

If you posted facts then more power to you, I'd rather read facts than opinions even though I also gave my opinion in my post.

I will give you some "facts" that may help fill in the gaps a little. The QB struggled mightily to begin the season for several reasons, but the biggest was simply a lack of snaps taken at the varsity level. Now has 13 games under his belt and has shown marked improvement over the last several weeks.

A few receivers missed 3 to 5 games early in the season and they are now back. Both of these guys were starters and major contributors at the position last year. Because of them being hurt, several younger kids were given an opportunity to play and thus there is increased depth at the position.

The offensive line underwent some changes because of injury. Starting tackle from last year missed several games toward the end of the season and another senior was thrust into action and has thrived. A sophomore took over at a guard position in game 2 or 3 and now has a dozen games under his belt and is no longer playing like a sophomore. The 2 injured guys are back now and thus provide additional depth that was not there previously.

Running back has been pretty good all year, but has really strutted his stuff over the last 3 plus games. A lot of that success has resulted from not only his running ability but the fact that the line is now healthy and the passing game has gotten more efficient.

On defense, numerous personnel changes were made a week before the bye week. Some kids that were simply not varsity football players are now either playing special teams or watching from the sidelines.

Special teams have been solid all year except for a few bad snaps on punts. Kicker is perfect on PAT's and 10 of 15 field goals.

Many can argue that the schedule was weaker which would be true, but the manner in which this team has defeated its opponents over the last 5 or so weeks speaks volumes. The first CovCath and Dixie games were competitive and the second time around not so much.

Not sure what people you refer to as flexing their 'beer' muscles, but I would be shocked if this game is not decided in the 4th quarter. Both teams have playoff experience and the team that is able to force mistakes by the other team is going to come out victorious.

As for predictions, I never make them because it is nearly impossible to determine how high school kids will react in these situations. Good luck to both teams and safe travels to the Maroon team and fans.