6A #9 Central Hardin (1-3) hosts 4A John Hardin (2-2) after losing to 5A #3 South Warren 59-0. John Hardin defeated 4A Warren Central 36-6. Last year Central Hardin defeated John Hardin 27-12. Can John Hardin avenge last years loss?

Central Hardin is too physical up front on both sides of the ball, that should set the tone for a productive night running the ball and the defense should shut John Hardin's offense down with superior play up front and from the linebacker corps and corners.

Central Hardin 42

John Hardin 12

Are the Bruins still a solid favorite even with the rash of injuries they are dealing with?

I would still call Central Hardin a favorite, even with the uncertainty at the QB position. RB Deonco Wilkerson, who was thrust into the backup QB role in the CAL and South Warren, was injured and is projected to be out 2-3 weeks, Gavin George is back and the offensive and defensive lines are mostly intact. After the 59-0 whooping, at the hands of South Warren I know that the coaches at Central Hardin will have these players ready to play this Friday.