Scouting the Grizzlies
The Creekview Grizzlies got a breakthrough win on Friday as they beat the Calhoun Yellow Jackets for the first time in three times. There were a lot of question marks about the offensive line coming into these season, but Fernando Zurita, Charlie Counts, Brayden Grantham, Ryan Sullivan and Kevin Meade were able to set the tone for Creekview as this group paved the way for Mason Munn, Tristan McWilliams and quarterback Austin Guest. The Grizzlies rushed for 229 yards and two scores. Defensively, Meade was also equally a steady force, recording a pair of sacks. Perhaps the biggest surprises on the defense were the play of J.D. Russell, (just a sophomore), and the return of defense lineman Aiden Carabollo, who added additional depth and physicality along the defensive line.
Scouting the Raiders
The North Forsyth Raiders picked up a forfeit win on Friday over Wheeler. Outside of their scrimmage a coupe of weeks ago, they have not seen action in a regular season game. The Raiders return their dynamic duo in the backfield of quarterback Elijah Seaney and running back Darron Parry. Parry rushed for 849 yards as a sophomore while Seaney threw for over 1,700 yards and 19-TDs. And while Seaney has showcased his talents through the air, last season, he showed off his ability to run the ball with two long touchdown runs against the Grizzlies. Meanwhile, the Raiders return a secondary that intercepted 16 passes a year ago. CJ Lenyszyn and Colton Constable are the leading returners with 4 interceptions a piece from last yaer's defense.
Pundit's Pick
Creekview was burned a couple of times last season by the misdirection plays that led to long touchdowns for the Raiders. We expect them to do a better job os spying the Raiders Seaney this go round. Meanwhile, North Forsyth will need to find a way to match the physical play of Creekview’s offensive line. If the Grizzlies can establish their run game, we like their chances. Don’t be surprised if North Forsyth comes out fast, but we like the Grizzlies to battle back and win a one score game. Creekview by 2.
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