[BlackcatAlum]

If the opponent has shown the ability to score quickly and a couple of scores would "make it a game, " then I say keep the starters in. If the same situation happens and the starters need practice for a difficult opponent next week, I say keep them in. The only reason I would take my starters out is if there was nothing to gain by leaving them in as far as getting better. It is up to the coach of the team to prepare his/her team for the playoffs and any extra time they can get in is a plus. Also, if a coach sees several games in a down that the starters may get pulled later in the season, he\she may get them more reps early against solid competition and let the bench players play a majority of the games against the weaker teams.

You make some good points. But if your offense cannot be stopped and your just trying to give your first string some more reps then what are they learning after easily scoring on an opponents defense?