The speed and the athletes FBM has is definitely scary. How do you slow them down? Huntsville had a good warmup game with a similarly talented Marshall Mavs team. That game should help the Hornets prepare for this one.
FBM probably has not seen a defense this good. Not sure how good the FBM O-Line is, but they better eat their Wheaties before this one.
Huntsville can win if they can control this game and not allow the big momentum type plays from this talented offense. 2 weeks ago, Manvel was completely shut down and gave up before the 4th Qtr. However, the Marshall Mavs were able to make several big plays, like an 80 yard screen pass and both a long punt and kickoff return. Their big play capability is why they scored 34 despite being mostly held in check. With the athletes they had, the big plays were just a matter of time. Don’t look for FBM to even get an opportunity to run back a kick. They will have to earn their points.
The Hornets offense doesn’t have to score 50, but they need to continue to be productive and move the chains. The Hornets have won the last two games scoring 34 and 35 points. The Hornets also must continue to win the turnover battle which they have successfully done during these playoffs. If they do these things, this team could wind up in Arlington. FBM will likely be favored. Huntsville will need to being their A game to slow down FBM. I fully expect it. I can see another 35-34 type of game the Hornets just played.
So, if you are looking for a good football game other than WOS-Silsbee on Friday night, Cy Fair is the place to be.