[Glory_Days]

After Central Hardin ran for nearly 500 yds last year, I was shocked how PT hung with them (on the road) this time. PT scored on two breakaway plays last year to keep the score somewhat respectable at 48-25. That game felt more like a 5TD differential. Most expected similar results especially after PT's showing in the opener.

So, either:
1.) PT has made some unbelievable adjustments and strides in the matter of one week
2.) Central Hardin isn't quite the team everyone was expecting
3.) PT just laid an egg in the first game (hey, McCracken did it last year)

Maybe some combination of the three.

The reasons Mayfield should dominate:
1.) Starts with the defense, stymie the run and get good pressure on the QB
2.) Control the LOS
3.) Balanced offense, keeps PT defense from aggressively loading up (Coach Wyatt leans toward aggressive style of play calling)

McCracken did these things and Mayfield should have success too.

Tilghman could keep things interesting if:
1.) They keep the pressure off their QB, allowing the playbook to be wide open
2.) They create turnovers, probably need to be +3 at least
3.) They get some big plays on special teams, a PT staple in the past
4.) Mayfield's new WR corps doesn't play well forcing the Cards to abandon the pass. Shortens the game and puts PT in aggressive run attack.