[OutlawJoseyWales]

For the most part, things have been relatively quiet on Pond Creek. Regarding the OL, it should be the strength of the team this season. With a stable full of Junior and Senior lineman, I doubt very seriously if you'll hear much about any "young lineman". Historically, most lineman don't or haven't blossomed at Belfry until their Junior year due to the system Haywood runs. However, that changed with the likes of Cole Bentley, Austin Dotson and others, who claimed jobs at an early stage of their HS career. That's very atypical of the Belfry system.

I know the Pirates are working hard and are looking forward to the season. They're back to being a "hunter" instead of the "hunted". Whether or not this group can put all the pieces together for a deep run into late November/early December is still a mystery. Definitely some holes to fill on both sides of the ball.

These kids know how to win, and have been playing at a high level for several seasons. Schedule isn't easy and overall depth may be an issue. This group needs to stay healthy. Barring any major injury, they'll be a tough out....especially at the CAM