16 hours ago, LongTimeReader said:

I'm sure a point of emphasis for the St. X secondary is to play run support when assignment calls for them too, but to make sure they don't allow a "cheap" big play in the passing game for Manual because they get their eyes caught looking at Northington in the backfiled. I think St. X will be able to control Manual's running game, obviously Northington will get some good runs because he's a good running back, but I don't think Manual will be able to beat St. X unless they can be productive in the passing game. Keep everything in front as a secondary player and the St. X defense should be in good shape. 

Good points LTR!  I think both teams would be served by using the RPO more in this game.  You know 11 X defenders are going to be watching Northington and they they should.  So others should be open if you fake the ball to Northington first.  Same goes for X and Sivori.  

Looking forward to this game!  Should be a nice night.  Only 20% chance of rain.  I'm wondering how Manual Stadiums grass is right now.  We've had quite a bit of rain, but I don't think Manual practices there so it should be in pretty good shape.

 

Looking at last year's game the two were pretty equal. St. X had some opportunities early to get out in front on the scoreboard but some costly penalties kept that from happening. Games like these will come down to the hidden yardage, special teams. Win field position and you set your team up nicely.  

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Friday gameday has finally arrived! Go Tigers, Pancake the Crimsons!

 

On 10/3/2021 at 5:44 PM, R1 sports fan said:

This should be a great game, I will go with Manual this time around, I could easily see these teams splitting the season series. 

I like Manual as well. I wish I could get there to watch. 

26 minutes ago, LongTimeReader said:

Friday gameday has finally arrived! Go Tigers, Pancake the Crimsons!

Let the syrup fly!

 

 

I always know they’re going to bring the energy and aggression,” Northington said of St. X’s defense. “I see their defense as one of the hardest defenses we have to play against. They play with so much aggression every snap, and we just have to match their energy.”

A lot of pressure will be placed on the Manual OL. I think their interior is pretty solid, they may have some problems out on the edges. 

I see St. X winning easier than most expect.

IMO Manual's OL won't be good enough. St. X 28, Manual 14

17 minutes ago, EastSideJunkie said:

I see St. X winning easier than most expect.

IMO Manual's OL won't be good enough. St. X 28, Manual 14

I hope you are right EastSide!

20 minutes ago, Tigerpride94 said:

I hope you are right EastSide!

Junkie's know what the score is.