Fast Turtle

I do not know much about B.U., but know they have great athletes and speed. Serious question here, do they have a big O-line like normal 5A's usually field or are they undersized for that division?

I totally agree.

I honestly know nothing about it and do not know much about EC. I've just read in different post the situation of him being "back". I'm not sure how all that eligibility stuff works.

I'm not quite sure what you're trying to do here? I never said that good individual 3A players couldn't go to a bigger school and play? I'm from Newton buddy and we have several kids every year that can go play at 90% of 6A teams. I'm not sure why you made that statement. However, the kid coming over from 5AD1 state semifinalist Port Arthur Memorial that holds several D1 offers will be a standout at East Chambers and the 3A level. They won't go win state by any means, but that kid will shine at this level. Top 3A schools could not play with TOP 6A teams, but yes, they can play with some of the worst 6A teams.

He will be a bigtime standout at EC playing at the 3A level and now being an upperclassman. He was probably just another great athlete at PA Memorial that just blended in. He'll make a difference on both sides of the ball at EC.

I may stand corrected from my last comment. I did not know EC got a QB transfer from Barbers Hill, athlete from Port Arthur Memorial with D1 offers, and athlete back from Manvel with D1 offers. That's a big deal for a small school like EC. Jasper should have the advantage up front on both sides. Maybe it's a toss up. We'll see Friday.

I got Jasper in this one. I do think the new coaching staff will have Jasper significantly better and more prepared than last season. Now, I do not think they'll be on the top end of 4AD2 by any means, but I do think they'll beat EC. Jasper should have more all-around size and athletes on the field as they should. EC has a couple guys that can really go, but Jasper should field the average Jasper team this year which is normally a descent, respectable team. Who do I want to win? East Chambers!

Newton and WOS are tied 5-5 since 2014, which is really impressive for such a small team like Newton. WOS should win more often. I bet little ol' Newton has more wins against WOS than any other team since 2014 and also has a chance Friday to make it 6 wins against them since then. Newton does not have the numbers in the school or on the team to consistently field the type of team to beat WOS. However, they sure are making a good run against them. Both teams will be really good this year for their division and I hope both get to the title game again. I really like Newton's chances getting there in 3AD2. Glad Drew scheduled 4 really tough opponents to open the season. They'll for sure be battle tested early.

35 seniors for a 3A team is crazy! 👀 Good for Franklin having those type of numbers. I believe Newton only has 11 seniors on this years team, which is normal for them year after year. Not many kids to choose from. Good luck to you guys this week.

And there was a reason for that! Love being able to play them every year.

Yes. Wall and Gunter are much better than East Bernard. Either team will play Newton a better game than any other opponent has in the playoffs. However, I just don't see either of those teams beating this Newton squad. Newton is pretty elite for 3AD2 football this season. They stay consistent and keep getting better each week. One more, one more!

Woodville will have to see Porter another two years. Ouch. He will be even better the next two season and Newton will develop and find more help to go along with him I’d imagine.

WOS has lost to ranked PNG in overtime, Newton by 4, and #2 Silsbee by 14. I mean, that’s not completely horrible. Any other 4A team and down in this area would most likely have these 3 same losses if it were their schedule.

Is Newton’s offense more explosive than Silsbee and PNG’s? Some will say no.

Insanely good!

Ehhh. Lol

Newton has now won 5 out of the last 8 meetings. I like it.

Newton reloads! Young team will be really good in a few years!

I’m just glad Newton has to play 3AD2 teams going forward. Should make some noise at this level this season. These young guys are only going to get better.

How many touchdowns has the Freshman (#3) from Newton scored tonight?

Poor Jasper. Lol.

WOS has a 9th grader at RB also. Pretty impressive when you can contribute to these two powerhouses as a Freshman. This is not done very often at all.

How is the QB? I saw him exit after his 50th carry of the game last week. I never even heard what the injury was? Hope he’s okay. He’s got an extra step/swagger to him.

Good matchup here!

This will be a good gauge of how this young Newton team is. With only playing one game this year, and having half the team only having one varsity game under their belt, this game should answer many questions. I am excited for this one.