[Hoot Gibson]

Ashland will probably have to play much better against Johnson Central this season than they did last year. Johnson Central's rushing offense was decimated by injuries last season and this year's rushing offense is one of its best. Turnovers, injuries, or an uncharacteristic number of flags could negate JC's edge on the ground. The game will feature Ashland's speed against Johnson Central's physicality, which is the usual match-up in this rivalry. Hopefully, Johnson Central's defense will make a few stops in the game. Johnson Central will not be sleeping on Ashland.