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I believe johnson central is the better team. They've had a tougher road leading up to this battle, theyve taken a tough beating and have capitalized on it. They have played some VERY physical(hard hitting) games, ( Wheelersburg and Woodford). I dont think belfry has played a team all year who is as physical as JC. I'm sure Belfry will pop em right square in the mouth ( i dont expect anything less), but how will they handle the pop right back? Both teams sport great offenses. Belfry has a great running game w/ may and lee, doesnt seem like they throw all that much (JC's weakness by far but has greatly improved since woodford game). JC's has a great running game w/ grimm, richardson and dillion, plus they have ratliff who will bust you with big yards through the air. Both defense's are TOUGH! Belfry has only giving up 94 points total, while JC has giving 163.
(69 point difference) I guess the competition of play could be debated but both teams are in different classes and both had to play who they played after this new alignment. I never dreamed of JC playing a schedule this tough. This is the most waited for game all season long in the mountains. It should be a one to remember.

My prediction JC 36 Belfry 24
When the game is over, I hope both teams are injury free and make a run for the state title in their respected classes.

I agree with everything you said, but you neglect one very important fact when you mentioned Belfry's passing game.

Belfry has had no need to pass the ball... noone has stopped their running game. But, Elkins is just as good of a passer as Ratliff, the Pirates just don't have an Ian Welch at receiver to throw to.