[smoke1015]

If Casey’s offensive line plays like they should/can then they will beat Powell’s defense down. Casey’s line is pretty solid especially that left side.

Comments like this are a great way to divide a football team, as well as asinine.

[smoke1015]

What about the 3 plays before that. Don’t get me wrong. Powell deserved to have won it. A goal line stop Is a goal line stop. I’m not saying it was luck. I’m just saying the play calling at the end sure didn’t hurt Powell. And I have no dog in the fight. That’s just honest opinion.

Hound05...I think it boils down to this, and no offense to anyone, but we should've never been in that situation...down. One illegal onside kick, but we should have still recovered, and then 2 other onsides we lost. That's just not good football, and our defense couldn't stop Skidmore that night.

[Hound05]

I’m not saying who should have won or lost. I wasn’t there. But did hear from several that were that the goal line series play calling was awful. I do think Casey pulls it out this year though. Even though overall I think they were better last year. They have a tough RB and the ability to toss it around some.

[CorbinRedhound]

I’m not saying who should have won or lost. I wasn’t there. But did hear from several that were that the goal line series play calling was awful. I do think Casey pulls it out this year though. Even though overall I think they were better last year. They have a tough RB and the ability to toss it around some.

Casey is a solid ball club. Their O-line is small but they have some fight to them. The QB over there has talent, and their receivers seem to be better coached, and just, better, than in years past. The running back is solid but hesitates too much for my tastes (maybe our Corbin running backs have spoiled me over the years), but he's definitely a load. Their inside linebackers are really talented, legit talented. Overall their O and D line was better last year. Their D line doesn't give you much pressure and aren't very quick.

[CorbinRedhound]

I’m going with Casey. I think they have enough offensive weapons to pull it out

I think Powell might win this one. Casey lost their big lineman and seem to have replaced them with younger guys. Their center is very good, and their older lineman seem to hold their own (right guard and right tackle). But they are fairly small across the board, offensive and defensive line. Powell isn't particularly great either, but I like how hard Skidmore runs the ball. Casey linebackers couldn't seem to find him last year was their problem. Not sure what was wrong there...Against us (Corbin), they played outstanding, and even worried me hitting Sizemore a few times. Against the much lesser Powell, they hesitated, and/or were totally on the wrong side of the play! Imo if Casey's young lineman can match their more experienced players, they might pull it off.

[Rip/Spin]

I’m not saying who should have won or lost. I wasn’t there. But did hear from several that were that the goal line series play calling was awful. I do think Casey pulls it out this year though. Even though overall I think they were better last year. They have a tough RB and the ability to toss it around some.

I really believe that Casey was looking ahead to Corbin last year and I'm not taking anything away from Powell's win. As I said, they had a game plan and executed and they won, plain and simple. I also believe Casey was the overall better team last year and I was looking forward to what I thought would be a great regional championship matchup between Casey and Corbin. I watched the first game and was just so impressed that Casey played the way they did against Corbin for the majority of the game. The first 40 minutes of that game was probably the best 40 minutes of football I watched all season, but as Casey found out, 40 minutes isn't good enough to win against good teams.

This game is a toss up for me. Everybody knows what Powell's gonna do. They are going to hand it to their stud and he's going to get his, but can Casey stop Powell enough times to win? I don't know and I don't know what to expect from them on the other side of the ball. Some games they threw the ball 20+ times, other times they've passed 7 or 8 times and pound the rock. I'm going to pick Casey in a close one, but wouldn't be surprised if it goes the other way either.

[CorbinRedhound]

I really believe that Casey was looking ahead to Corbin last year and I'm not taking anything away from Powell's win. As I said, they had a game plan and executed and they won, plain and simple. I also believe Casey was the overall better team last year and I was looking forward to what I thought would be a great regional championship matchup between Casey and Corbin. I watched the first game and was just so impressed that Casey played the way they did against Corbin for the majority of the game. The first 40 minutes of that game was probably the best 40 minutes of football I watched all season, but as Casey found out, 40 minutes isn't good enough to win against good teams.

This game is a toss up for me. Everybody knows what Powell's gonna do. They are going to hand it to their stud and he's going to get his, but can Casey stop Powell enough times to win? I don't know and I don't know what to expect from them on the other side of the ball. Some games they threw the ball 20+ times, other times they've passed 7 or 8 times and pound the rock. I'm going to pick Casey in a close one, but wouldn't be surprised if it goes the other way either.

Powell by 2 TDS unless Casey's running back decides to hit the hole and run over defenders. Powell's defense isn't spectacular but you can't tiptoe as a power back. Take a Bell or Corbin back and they are going to have the mindset they will not be tackled by 1, 2, or even 3 guys. But they also say I'm gonna run over that guy, no juking around, etc.. Belfry is that way, and so is Powell's own Skidomore. WHen it's time to get 5 yards, some backs just decide to go get 5 yards.

[CorbinRedhound]

Over the past 3 years, Casey has really impressed me with their, talent, and their coaching. To be honest this Casey team, the past 3 years, would have beaten a lot of our Redhound teams. Not our championship teams, or some of our really solid teams, but a lot. Look, this is one of our best Corbin teams in a good long while. The past 2 years we've been especially talented, and our coaching and style has changed a lot. 3A is tough tough out when you get in the top 3 teams out there.

[smoke1015]

I’m not saying who should have won or lost. I wasn’t there. But did hear from several that were that the goal line series play calling was awful. I do think Casey pulls it out this year though. Even though overall I think they were better last year. They have a tough RB and the ability to toss it around some.

I think it was in the moment, and kind of the anti-argument for our current UK team (if you're a Kentucky football fan). Do you run Benny Snell with only a couple of yards and 2 offensive lineman who are 6'2"+ and 250+, with great technique, plus a 235 pound fullback who might be the best blocker on the entire team, and another fast running back who is 230+? You know it's always a damned if you do, damned if you don't type of thing. On that play, we missed 3 blocks, totally went the wrong way. I can never question that part of it. Really at this point and time I can't remember the 2 plays before that. I know one of those plays got us almost to the goal line. I don't know. Just come back this year and see if you can somewhat be vindicated.

[smoke1015]

I really believe that Casey was looking ahead to Corbin last year and I'm not taking anything away from Powell's win. As I said, they had a game plan and executed and they won, plain and simple. I also believe Casey was the overall better team last year and I was looking forward to what I thought would be a great regional championship matchup between Casey and Corbin. I watched the first game and was just so impressed that Casey played the way they did against Corbin for the majority of the game. The first 40 minutes of that game was probably the best 40 minutes of football I watched all season, but as Casey found out, 40 minutes isn't good enough to win against good teams.

This game is a toss up for me. Everybody knows what Powell's gonna do. They are going to hand it to their stud and he's going to get his, but can Casey stop Powell enough times to win? I don't know and I don't know what to expect from them on the other side of the ball. Some games they threw the ball 20+ times, other times they've passed 7 or 8 times and pound the rock. I'm going to pick Casey in a close one, but wouldn't be surprised if it goes the other way either.

Definitely a key point. You have to play the full game against good teams, and be able to be in the condition, and gutsy mind frame that I am going 100%, still at the 47:59 mark...

[smoke1015]

I think Powell might win this one. Casey lost their big lineman and seem to have replaced them with younger guys. Their center is very good, and their older lineman seem to hold their own (right guard and right tackle). But they are fairly small across the board, offensive and defensive line. Powell isn't particularly great either, but I like how hard Skidmore runs the ball. Casey linebackers couldn't seem to find him last year was their problem. Not sure what was wrong there...Against us (Corbin), they played outstanding, and even worried me hitting Sizemore a few times. Against the much lesser Powell, they hesitated, and/or were totally on the wrong side of the play! Imo if Casey's young lineman can match their more experienced players, they might pull it off.

Powell lost 2 great guards and that may really help Casey here. Skidmore has trucked along to the tune of almost 2000 yards, but I don't think our linebackers will be fooled this time. I think those guys will come out to play. I also see some things going on with the D line that can help get the job done. I still think this one will be touch and go. I 100% agree Casey played you guys way better than what they did with Powell. It was just an inspiration thing, and maybe buying into our parent's own hype of our kids, and program. We aren't simply able to step on the field and beat other teams, like a Corbin does, where the other team already thinks they don't have any hope. Truly if a good solid team can walk on the field and think they can beat Corbin, truly believe it, they can hang with them, at least for awhile. Well, Powell didn't think they were going to lose to Casey. They 100% believed they could win. And some of our folks thought that W was in the bag. Well, it wasn't. That's the thing we can never let happen, again.

[PoCofootball]

Powell’s got options on offense. IMO, They’ve really stepped up their game since last year. Defense started out weak this year but has improved somewhat over the season. I can say this, Powell’s defense will show up ready to play Friday night. There is some extra hype for this weeks game, but that’s all I got to say about that. I do hope for an injury free game for both teams, no matter the outcome.

[64black&gold]

Casey's starting QB is out I believe.

[Hound05]

Casey's starting QB is out I believe.

Yea I saw that on another post. I didn’t know if it was true or not. If so I’d say that’s about it for Casey. I hope not, but I’d say the back up isn’t what the starter is. It’s hard being a one dimensional run team and win. Unless you’re just flat out nasty doing it, like a belfry or JC.

[smoke1015]

I'm still not sure if he's playing or not. Great kid, really good arm, and doesn't mind standing in there, no matter what he's getting hit with. IMO he'll play ball somewhere on the college level. Seriously though, you will not meet a better kid, works hard, farms, very very quiet humble individual. I'm sure if anyone asks their players that have played them they will probably say he barely said a word, especially an ill one towards them, unless it was something that was started by someone else. Type of guy that doesn't start a fight, but will finish one with all he's got. A lot of kids like this playing football. That's the beauty of the sport at this level. No matter how much we "hate each other", these are kids, and are going to be good men (most of them), who will 100% go out and provide for their families, work, not mooch off society, and who are the best of us coach's and dads. That's where we are all a fraternity. Even if I make a bad joke about Pjdoug, or someone else. This isn't personal, none of us know each other unless we've met, etc.. And kids are kids, most of them good, and definitely most football kids have a "notch above" in the character department. IMO. Our QB is 100% one of those notch above type of kids.

[smoke1015]

Casey by 2 scores. Maybe 2 TDS, maybe 2 field goals. My final prediction. I think this will be a pretty fun football game, and maybe nerve straining as well.

[Coach J]

Looks to be another mud bowl this week. Who’s running attack is better?

[64black&gold]

I'm still not sure if he's playing or not. Great kid, really good arm, and doesn't mind standing in there, no matter what he's getting hit with. IMO he'll play ball somewhere on the college level. Seriously though, you will not meet a better kid, works hard, farms, very very quiet humble individual. I'm sure if anyone asks their players that have played them they will probably say he barely said a word, especially an ill one towards them, unless it was something that was started by someone else. Type of guy that doesn't start a fight, but will finish one with all he's got. A lot of kids like this playing football. That's the beauty of the sport at this level. No matter how much we "hate each other", these are kids, and are going to be good men (most of them), who will 100% go out and provide for their families, work, not mooch off society, and who are the best of us coach's and dads. That's where we are all a fraternity. Even if I make a bad joke about Pjdoug, or someone else. This isn't personal, none of us know each other unless we've met, etc.. And kids are kids, most of them good, and definitely most football kids have a "notch above" in the character department. IMO. Our QB is 100% one of those notch above type of kids.

Saying that I heard he is injured is not a slight on the kid. Not sure I understand this post. Injured is injured. I have also heard he is a good kid but I don't know what one has to do with the other.

[smoke1015]

Looks to be another mud bowl this week. Who’s running attack is better?

Probably close. Skidmore is 2nd in rushing, but Preston Tucker for Casey has a slightly higher average. Casey has 2 other runners in the almost same style as Tucker as well. Overall, I'd have to say Casey. It all boils down to execution, and who's defense steps up.

[smoke1015]

Saying that I heard he is injured is not a slight on the kid. Not sure I understand this post. Injured is injured. I have also heard he is a good kid but I don't know what one has to do with the other.

I'm not sure what you're talking about here. Nothing I said was a "counter" to what you said. I'm simply talking about the kid, separate from your comment. No reason to take offense, damn.

[PoCofootball]

It’s Game Day! I’m sticking with my prediction from earlier in the thread.
Powell-48
Casey-42
I wish Casey good luck 🍀 but Go Pirates!!

[Single Wing 77]

Rematch from last season’s controversial ending. I don’t think Casey lets them hang around this year. Rebels by 21.

[Bigdog54]

Rematch from last season’s controversial ending. I don’t think Casey lets them hang around this year. Rebels by 21.

“Controversial ending” Close yes.. 2 inches shy. His helmet was in the endzone just not the ball.

[64SUR]

Powell County Up 14-6 over Casey County in the 3rd