[OutlawJoseyWales]

Belfry, like any other top program, will suffer from graduation losses. However.....the single biggest question mark surrounding 2018 will be IMO, the development of the Defensive line and improved depth at LB.

Offensively....Belfry will be loaded. They will return the best offensive line in 3A, that will continue to churn out huge running lanes for a very talented group of returning skill kids.

Defensively.....Belfry has some work to do, as they look for ways to get bigger and stronger on the D-Line. Improved Secondary play is also a must. One of the biggest holes to fill will be Wellman's LB spot.

Long way too go.....a lot of stuff can and will happen between now and next November.

3A should prove once again to be extremely competitive. Just my opinion....but I do think 2018 could be Belfry's swan song in 3A. Enrollment is down.....and number wise...I'm hearing Belfry already would qualify for a move to 2A. Whether or not Coach Haywood decides to go that way remains to be seen.

I also think that Boyle and Corbin may be forced to 4A due to enrollment growth. I know Corbin is already slated for the 4A move...but., also hearing that Boyle may be moving in the same direction. If that happens....one of the most competitive classes will be left with a lot of question marks.