I think Highlands can play with this team. I've said it before week one , this team is going to surprise people. Cooper was supposed to be a good game. Campbell County was the favorite. The Birds just keep chirping.
If the linebackers read those guards the birds could surprise people. The defense is the birds strong point. The "O" still needs to improve. If those running backs pass Highlands linebackers it will be a long night.
Buten is a stud, I believe he needs some time after the surgery to gain some confidence back. South was an animal on defense and a punt return. I can't wait to see him and huddy at linebacker together.
Ballards E. Downing will have a big day if the secondary situation looks the way it did against Anderson. Also Ballards linebacker Casey is a great run stopper. My opinion though Kramer has a great day for Highlands , we will see Huddleston and Alfield carrying the "O". I think those sophomores could help that secondary.
I think buten will be ready for the season. I also heard sophmore Mason South will be in the mix as a defensive back. Ive heard hes had a few invites to small schools during the offseason. He was a dog his freshman year. I think this Highlands team will be one of the best teams we have seen in some time.
I think the Sophmore has a good shot at starting for CovCath this year. When they were up last year he came in. Hopefully mentally he can handle the job.