How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season has definitely been better than our last season (my first year playing quarterback); we definitely have more knowledge about the game and we have definitely used that to our advantage as much as possible.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel I've played pretty good this season, I feel like I've become more mechanically sound. My coach has been really on me with the mechanics so that’s definitely something I make sure I’m always keeping right.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like my team has definitely improved as time goes on. From the start of the season to now and even from last year. We finally came to the realization it takes all of us together, not individually.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I think my team needs to improve on careless mistakes and missed assignments. We've had some penalties too that have cost us and we can avoid that.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just being accountable to ourselves and to each other. Sometimes it can get hard, or sometimes we get caught slipping and everyone's going to need each other to be at their best.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“My plans for my future are to play college football. Regardless of the level, I want to continue my dream and I am working on that by building relationships with coaches as well as putting my name out on twitter.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve gotten my first offer from Fitchburg University and I've been in contact with Lindsey Wilson College. I plan on going down on November 12th for a game day visit.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“N/A.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have made a couple of trips to Austin Peay and Bethel University.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I plan on meeting as many people as I can at each program I go to. Obviously, I want to make a good impression on everyone I meet.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“My favorite college growing up was University of Tennessee at Knoxville.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been a good season so far.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes I have, but it could have been better.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“They’ve played very well.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We could improve on playing with each other and not against each other.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“A big key is players having leadership.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I do, and college football, but if that doesn’t work, then college baseball.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Zero that I know of.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Don’t have one.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No sir.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“No sir.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Auburn University.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The football season has been great so far. We set goals for ourselves and we fell short of a few, but we’re in the playoffs now ready to make our run.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“There have been many things I could have improved on this season. There are many situations where my play could have put my team in a much better situation to win.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel my team has risen above and beyond expectations. We were predicted 1-9 in the preseason and are now going into the playoffs 6-4.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“My team has to limit the penalties going forward. We have to play clean, neat, tidy football.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Our offensive line has to play physical and create run lanes for our beast running backs. Our defense will get the job done.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I strive to play college football. I [will] play at any school that gives me an opportunity to ball.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Western Kentucky, Tennessee State, and Eastern Kentucky.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Western Kentucky.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I've been to Arkansas, Kentucky, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Western Kentucky, Vanderbilt, and Tennessee state.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not for now.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I've always grown up a Tennessee fan. It runs in my family.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Everything has been great; we just need to focus.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel like I’ve been playing to the best of my ability besides 2 or 3 games.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Our team is good, we just get unfocused.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“Being more of a team and helping each other when they are down.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Knowing that in the playoffs, every team is good.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I want to play football in college, it has always been my go to sport.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I haven’t [had] looks from colleges yet but hope for some soon.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I’m going on some visits after the season.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I don’t right now.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“My favorite college growing up and now is still the University of Tennessee.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been going good. I feel like we have been getting better day in and day out.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes I have been pleased with how I have been playing but there’s always room for improvement and that’s what I strive for.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like we haven’t fully hit our peak yet. We have had our good games and we have had our bad games. Most definitely have improved every week though.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I feel like our team could improve on technique. That’s what we focus on, the little things, because in big games that’s what matters.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“To just play our game. Give everything you got and know your brother is going to do the same. Be the best at the basics.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“There have been a couple like Cumberland and others. Hoping for more I’m the future.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Cumberland.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes I’ve been to Cumberland, Eastern Kentucky, Knoxville, Florida, UCF, Louisville, and many others.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Yes I certainly have plans. I might be attending the MTSU game this weekend, but I'm not certain.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, Tennessee.”

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Q&A with Franklin County quarterback CJ Seals​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“There have been a couple like Cumberland and others. Hoping for more I’m the future.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Cumberland.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“Yes I’ve been to Cumberland, Eastern Kentucky, Knoxville, Florida, UCF, Louisville, and many others.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Yes I certainly have plans. I might be attending the MTSU game this weekend, but I'm not certain.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, Tennessee.”


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Q&A with Lewis County tight end Domonic Seiber​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I want to play football in college, it has always been my go to sport.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I haven’t [had] looks from colleges yet but hope for some soon.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I’m going on some visits after the season.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I don’t right now.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“My favorite college growing up and now is still the University of Tennessee.”


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Q&A with Bearden offensive guard Isaiah Harvey​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I strive to play college football. I [will] play at any school that gives me an opportunity to ball.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Western Kentucky, Tennessee State, and Eastern Kentucky.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Western Kentucky.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I've been to Arkansas, Kentucky, Georgia Tech, Louisville, Western Kentucky, Vanderbilt, and Tennessee state.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not for now.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I've always grown up a Tennessee fan. It runs in my family.”


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Q&A with Giles County athlete Kamauri Turner​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes I do, and college football, but if that doesn’t work, then college baseball.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“Zero that I know of.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“Don’t have one.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No sir.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“No sir.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Auburn University.”


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Q&A with Northwest quarterback Raymond Rodarte​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“My plans for my future are to play college football. Regardless of the level, I want to continue my dream and I am working on that by building relationships with coaches as well as putting my name out on twitter.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve gotten my first offer from Fitchburg University and I've been in contact with Lindsey Wilson College. I plan on going down on November 12th for a game day visit.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“N/A.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have made a couple of trips to Austin Peay and Bethel University.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I plan on meeting as many people as I can at each program I go to. Obviously, I want to make a good impression on everyone I meet.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“My favorite college growing up was University of Tennessee at Knoxville.”


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Q&A with Franklin County quarterback CJ Seals
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been going good. I feel like we have been getting better day in and day out.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes I have been pleased with how I have been playing but there’s always room for improvement and that’s what I strive for.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like we haven’t fully hit our peak yet. We have had our good games and we have had our bad games. Most definitely have improved every week though.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I feel like our team could improve on technique. That’s what we focus on, the little things, because in big games that’s what matters.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“To just play our game. Give everything you got and know your brother is going to do the same. Be the best at the basics.”

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Q&A with Lewis County tight end Domonic Seiber
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Everything has been great; we just need to focus.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel like I’ve been playing to the best of my ability besides 2 or 3 games.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Our team is good, we just get unfocused.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“Being more of a team and helping each other when they are down.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Knowing that in the playoffs, every team is good.”

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Q&A with Bearden offensive guard Isaiah Harvey
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The football season has been great so far. We set goals for ourselves and we fell short of a few, but we’re in the playoffs now ready to make our run.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“There have been many things I could have improved on this season. There are many situations where my play could have put my team in a much better situation to win.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel my team has risen above and beyond expectations. We were predicted 1-9 in the preseason and are now going into the playoffs 6-4.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“My team has to limit the penalties going forward. We have to play clean, neat, tidy football.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Our offensive line has to play physical and create run lanes for our beast running backs. Our defense will get the job done.”

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Q&A with Giles County athlete Kamauri Turner
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been a good season so far.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“Yes I have, but it could have been better.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“They’ve played very well.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We could improve on playing with each other and not against each other.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“A big key is players having leadership.”

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Q&A with Northwest quarterback Raymond Rodarte
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“The season has definitely been better than our last season (my first year playing quarterback); we definitely have more knowledge about the game and we have definitely used that to our advantage as much as possible.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel I've played pretty good this season, I feel like I've become more mechanically sound. My coach has been really on me with the mechanics so that’s definitely something I make sure I’m always keeping right.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like my team has definitely improved as time goes on. From the start of the season to now and even from last year. We finally came to the realization it takes all of us together, not individually.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I think my team needs to improve on careless mistakes and missed assignments. We've had some penalties too that have cost us and we can avoid that.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Just being accountable to ourselves and to each other. Sometimes it can get hard, or sometimes we get caught slipping and everyone's going to need each other to be at their best.”

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How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It's been going pretty well... we've been focusing on getting better each practice... preparing ourselves for a playoff run.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“There's always room for improvement... I've performed well for the most part, but I'm always working to get better.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We've worked hard all year... there's been some obstacles, but we've embraced the challenge. Our motto is that we are Bulldogtuff in everything we do. Right now our focus is to keep working so we'll be where we want to be down the stretch.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We're a young team overall, so we've had to get familiar with each other... now we're focusing on consistency, on field communication, and making sure we close games out properly.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Everybody has to continue to do their jobs, myself included. We got to soak in the knowledge from our coaches and execute the game plan. We have great athletes and coaches. As long as we continue to be all-in, we'll finish the season strong.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes. My goal is to play college football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“So far, I've gotten interest from Cumberland, Harvard, Southwest Oklahoma St. and a few others.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I don't have any offers as of yet, but I'm staying focused on getting better and working towards the goal.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have visited UT Martin, Lindenwood University, and University of Memphis.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I plan to take gameday visits to Cumberland and Mississippi College.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I was a Clemson fan growing up.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Our season started out a little slow with a close win at home against Community and a tough loss on the road at Fayetteville. Since that point we have improved each week and seem to be playing our best ball now.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I have had a pretty good season so far. I have missed a couple throws along the way that resulted in interceptions but have overall kept the turnovers to a minimum. Most importantly, I have helped my team be in a position to win most of our games and possibly make a run in the playoffs.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like the team has made a lot of improvements as the season has gone along. Our offense has been very balanced and efficient. The defense has created several turnovers, gotten pressure on the opposing quarterback and kept the run game in check for the most part.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I think if we can minimize penalties and keep making improvements each week, we’ll be a threat in the playoffs.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We need to keep improving on all 3 phases of the game and clean up the penalties.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I plan on playing sports at the next level. I love both football and baseball. I’ve always wanted to be able to play both sports at the next level and beyond if possible.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“As far as baseball recruiting, Alabama, Vandy, Duke, MTSU and Lipscomb have been to watch me play. I haven’t heard from any schools regarding football to this point.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No certain school is recruiting more than the others. Several have extended invitations to come to their campus for camps or showcase type events.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I don’t have any visits scheduled at this time but I hope to do so soon.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I hope to start doing game day trips soon.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I have always been a Tennessee fan. I also enjoy watching the other teams in the region, especially in the SEC.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“We are 7-0 which is best in school history, but I feel like we still have some things to iron out and I know we will have a tough playoff schedule ahead. We realized last year having such a young team that this year could be our year with so many returning starters and we have a goal to go 10-0 on the season and go as far as we could in the playoffs.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel like there were definitely some situations where I could have done better, but I’m pretty pleased so far. The last game against Science Hill I had some 3rd and 4th down conversion passes that kept drives going and we were able to score which made a difference in the game. My completion rate is only about 62%, which I’d like to improve. My team is more of a run offense so I know when I do get a pass play I need to make it count.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Defense has been great. Special teams have been amazing. Everyone is playing their role and we’re really playing unselfish football. We just want to win. We don’t care who scores or how- just get points on the board and go home with a team victory.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“There’s always room for improvement everywhere, but I think the offense needs to clean some things up, I need to continue to get better with my reads on the RPO. Our line has been better the last couple of games cutting down on the false starts and holds so that’s good.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We don’t need to be over confident because we are undefeated. We need to continue to stay focused and play hard and take one game at a time.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I’d love to play football in college. For a long time I thought it would be basketball but the last couple of years I’ve decided football is what I want to play at the next level.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve spoken to a few coaches, but none have offered anything yet. As a junior I just want to get better and keep my options open.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No offers yet.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have not made any college trips yet.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not really.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, Ohio State. Go Bucks! Kind of hard being surrounded by orange here in TN, but my mom is from Ohio so it’s been pretty natural to root for them with lots of family still up there.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“We’re off to a pretty good start as a team. We have improved every week and hard work and practice shows that.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“For the most part, yes. There are many things I would love to have back but learning from my mistakes has created growth and improvement.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like we’ve had some pretty great moments. There are a few moments we’d like to have back as a team but overall we have played well as a group.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“To play well as a team we should all have to improve individually. We should focus on the importance of our jobs and how we can all improve as leaders.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We have to stay healthy, keep a positive mindset, and improve with every week going forward.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“It’s always been a dream of mine to play at the collegiate level. Being a 3-sport high school athlete, we will just have to see how it will play out.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I have been contacted by a few schools gauging my interest in playing football. Being in the middle of my sophomore season, I’m not sure of what my recruitment will look like. My goal is to keep improving as a player. Over the next year my recruitment picture will become clearer.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I wouldn’t say that a school is in the forefront right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No, I will not be doing that till hopefully over the summer or in the fall of my junior season.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not at the moment.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’m a Tennessee fan and I love the Vols, but I attend Ohio State games every year because my grandfather played there for Woody Hayes and won a national championship in 1961.”

How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been ok, we’re a very good team but our record doesn’t support it. We are getting better and better as the season goes on.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“We’ve had some tough losses but we’re 2-0 in the region so that’s all that really matters and we’ve set ourselves up to win our region, which is right where we want to be.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We’ve played hard in every game we’ve been a part of. We’ve gotten a lot closer as a team as the season has moved on, and we’re a super coachable group.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I feel like we can grow in execution. Our coaches make a great game plan every week for us to succeed and when we execute is when we are at our best.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Execution.”

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I want to play somewhere in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“No colleges are looking at me currently.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“None.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“None.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’ve always been a Tennessee fan, it would be a dream to go there.”

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Q&A with Walker Valley quarterback Evan Schwarzl​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I want to play somewhere in college.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“No colleges are looking at me currently.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“None.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“None.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“None.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’ve always been a Tennessee fan, it would be a dream to go there.”


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Q&A with Bearden quarterback Drew Parrott​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“It’s always been a dream of mine to play at the collegiate level. Being a 3-sport high school athlete, we will just have to see how it will play out.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I have been contacted by a few schools gauging my interest in playing football. Being in the middle of my sophomore season, I’m not sure of what my recruitment will look like. My goal is to keep improving as a player. Over the next year my recruitment picture will become clearer.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I wouldn’t say that a school is in the forefront right now.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“No, I will not be doing that till hopefully over the summer or in the fall of my junior season.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not at the moment.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I’m a Tennessee fan and I love the Vols, but I attend Ohio State games every year because my grandfather played there for Woody Hayes and won a national championship in 1961.”


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Q&A with Daniel Boone quarterback Luke Jenkins​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes, I’d love to play football in college. For a long time I thought it would be basketball but the last couple of years I’ve decided football is what I want to play at the next level.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“I’ve spoken to a few coaches, but none have offered anything yet. As a junior I just want to get better and keep my options open.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No offers yet.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have not made any college trips yet.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“Not really.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“Yes, Ohio State. Go Bucks! Kind of hard being surrounded by orange here in TN, but my mom is from Ohio so it’s been pretty natural to root for them with lots of family still up there.”


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Q&A with Lewis County athlete Brycen McDonald​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“I plan on playing sports at the next level. I love both football and baseball. I’ve always wanted to be able to play both sports at the next level and beyond if possible.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“As far as baseball recruiting, Alabama, Vandy, Duke, MTSU and Lipscomb have been to watch me play. I haven’t heard from any schools regarding football to this point.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“No certain school is recruiting more than the others. Several have extended invitations to come to their campus for camps or showcase type events.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I don’t have any visits scheduled at this time but I hope to do so soon.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I hope to start doing game day trips soon.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I have always been a Tennessee fan. I also enjoy watching the other teams in the region, especially in the SEC.”


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Q&A with Middle College High quarterback Matthew Keller​

Do you want to play sports in college? If so, which one?
“Yes. My goal is to play college football.”

What colleges have been recruiting you?
“So far, I've gotten interest from Cumberland, Harvard, Southwest Oklahoma St. and a few others.”

What school is recruiting you the hardest?
“I don't have any offers as of yet, but I'm staying focused on getting better and working towards the goal.”

Have you made any college trips yet?
“I have visited UT Martin, Lindenwood University, and University of Memphis.”

Do you have plans for game day trips?
“I plan to take gameday visits to Cumberland and Mississippi College.”

Did you have a favorite college growing up?
“I was a Clemson fan growing up.”


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Q&A with Walker Valley quarterback Evan Schwarzl
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It’s been ok, we’re a very good team but our record doesn’t support it. We are getting better and better as the season goes on.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“We’ve had some tough losses but we’re 2-0 in the region so that’s all that really matters and we’ve set ourselves up to win our region, which is right where we want to be.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We’ve played hard in every game we’ve been a part of. We’ve gotten a lot closer as a team as the season has moved on, and we’re a super coachable group.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I feel like we can grow in execution. Our coaches make a great game plan every week for us to succeed and when we execute is when we are at our best.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Execution.”

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Q&A with Bearden quarterback Drew Parrott
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“We’re off to a pretty good start as a team. We have improved every week and hard work and practice shows that.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“For the most part, yes. There are many things I would love to have back but learning from my mistakes has created growth and improvement.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like we’ve had some pretty great moments. There are a few moments we’d like to have back as a team but overall we have played well as a group.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“To play well as a team we should all have to improve individually. We should focus on the importance of our jobs and how we can all improve as leaders.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We have to stay healthy, keep a positive mindset, and improve with every week going forward.”

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Q&A with Daniel Boone quarterback Luke Jenkins
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“We are 7-0 which is best in school history, but I feel like we still have some things to iron out and I know we will have a tough playoff schedule ahead. We realized last year having such a young team that this year could be our year with so many returning starters and we have a goal to go 10-0 on the season and go as far as we could in the playoffs.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I feel like there were definitely some situations where I could have done better, but I’m pretty pleased so far. The last game against Science Hill I had some 3rd and 4th down conversion passes that kept drives going and we were able to score which made a difference in the game. My completion rate is only about 62%, which I’d like to improve. My team is more of a run offense so I know when I do get a pass play I need to make it count.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“Defense has been great. Special teams have been amazing. Everyone is playing their role and we’re really playing unselfish football. We just want to win. We don’t care who scores or how- just get points on the board and go home with a team victory.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“There’s always room for improvement everywhere, but I think the offense needs to clean some things up, I need to continue to get better with my reads on the RPO. Our line has been better the last couple of games cutting down on the false starts and holds so that’s good.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We don’t need to be over confident because we are undefeated. We need to continue to stay focused and play hard and take one game at a time.”

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Q&A with Lewis County athlete Brycen McDonald
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“Our season started out a little slow with a close win at home against Community and a tough loss on the road at Fayetteville. Since that point we have improved each week and seem to be playing our best ball now.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“I have had a pretty good season so far. I have missed a couple throws along the way that resulted in interceptions but have overall kept the turnovers to a minimum. Most importantly, I have helped my team be in a position to win most of our games and possibly make a run in the playoffs.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“I feel like the team has made a lot of improvements as the season has gone along. Our offense has been very balanced and efficient. The defense has created several turnovers, gotten pressure on the opposing quarterback and kept the run game in check for the most part.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“I think if we can minimize penalties and keep making improvements each week, we’ll be a threat in the playoffs.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“We need to keep improving on all 3 phases of the game and clean up the penalties.”

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Q&A with Middle College High quarterback Matthew Keller
How has everything with the football season been going so far?
“It's been going pretty well... we've been focusing on getting better each practice... preparing ourselves for a playoff run.”

Have you been pleased with how you have played this season?
“There's always room for improvement... I've performed well for the most part, but I'm always working to get better.”

How do you feel your team has played?
“We've worked hard all year... there's been some obstacles, but we've embraced the challenge. Our motto is that we are Bulldogtuff in everything we do. Right now our focus is to keep working so we'll be where we want to be down the stretch.”

What do you feel your team can improve on?
“We're a young team overall, so we've had to get familiar with each other... now we're focusing on consistency, on field communication, and making sure we close games out properly.”

What are the keys for your team being successful going forward?
“Everybody has to continue to do their jobs, myself included. We got to soak in the knowledge from our coaches and execute the game plan. We have great athletes and coaches. As long as we continue to be all-in, we'll finish the season strong.”

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Quotes from Athletes on the 2024 Football Season​

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Sequatchie County wide receiver Jackson Tate
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do a lot better than this season as we have a lot of guys returning.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Giles County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“As far as we are concerned, we are going against ourselves and not a team or a certain individual. Our goal is to play our ball, and do it to the best of our capability.”

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Lausanne Collegiate School athlete Jawell Rodgers
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do great next season but we have to put a lot of work in and build chemistry with each other. If we do, we will be playing in the state Championship for my last 2 years of high school.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“It will be our toughest competition on our schedule. Only we can beat ourselves with mental errors and mistakes.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Myself. Only I can beat myself, bad plays, lack of energy, not leading right, I have to trust my craft and instincts at all times.”

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Meigs County running back Bryson Hiefnar
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel good about our team although we are going to be very young.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I would say Kingston.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“That's a tough question because I don’t know what everyone is doing with their off-season training, but I would probably say Tariq Reese.”

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Notre Dame running back EJ Carter
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I don’t know how my team will do next season and only time will tell. All I can do is motivate my teammates to put in work just as much as me or more and get stronger so we can have a successful season and hopefully make the playoffs for my last year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I am not really sure who will be our toughest opponent next season but it really doesn’t matter to me because I just want to play football and compete and prove to people how good I, and my teammates are.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don’t really pay mind to names or who people are because I plan on doing my part no matter who we are playing against and no matter how good they are.”

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Houston running back Celley Davis
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like we have the potential to take it back-to-back. We can’t take anyone for granted this season but if we handle business then we will come out on top again.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“There are many great opponents we play against in 6A but we have one of the best defenses in that state and offenses.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“N/a.”

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Upperman quarterback Bronzden Chaffin
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I believe we will be contenders again.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Macon County and Sparta will be the toughest.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Tripp Pinion.”

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Sycamore left guard Jeff Bell
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We have almost our whole team coming back including everyone on the defense and 3/5 offensive linemen returning. We will be an experienced team and we will be ready for everyone.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Probably East Robertson in week 4.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Linemen work as units and I think that is always a unit that is physical and works well together.”

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Halls tight end Drew Ross
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Our team has grown together and I just feel like the best is yet to come. Coach Hughes has faith in us and I’m hoping we take it to the next level.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Powell for sure. They have really great talent across the board.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Derrick Smith from Fulton. He is a very good defensive player.”

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Upperman running back Ethan Palk
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“The goal is to win and make it to state, always. We are losing some key athletes, but we still have plenty of talent and depth. It's going to be fun.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Macon County is always tough. They also have a very talented and motivated team.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Tripp Pinion.”

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Notre Dame long snapper Landon Goeller
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think that we can match up against anyone in our region as long as we keep working this offseason.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think that Webb and Boyd will be our toughest games.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think that Boyd has some good young talent that will be a test for us.”

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Ravenwood offensive tackle Kyle Larkin
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think our team will do extremely well, with how many young guys we had to the team this year, I think next year the confidence we will have is through the roof.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest team we will face is Oakland, they are always a good team and fun to play against.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think the toughest player we will face is Duane Morris, he is quick, fast and is able to read blocks well, and he’s hard to bring down.”

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Houston wide receiver Derrick Miller Jr.
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We will be back-to-back state champs.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Well just like this season I feel South Panola and Tupelo got us ready for state this year so I would have to go with these two teams.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don’t have a toughest player in mind that we will have to go against because I feel the Mustangs have a lot of dawgs and we are the best team right now.”

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Sycamore running back Hicks Hunter
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We have a lot of good players returning. We should be set up for a good season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“East Robertson or Fairview.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Isaiah Groves.”

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Houston athlete Andre Allen
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I believe we can go back-to-back, we just have to push ourselves against the team every team wants to beat.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Germantown.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don't think just one player will give us a problem.”

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Wilson Central running back Antuan Mckethan
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think my team will be better prepared this year. We are going into our second year with a new head coach and I feel good about how he is running our football organization. I think it'll be a great season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest team on our schedule is definitely Shelbyville, they have a great team over there, great offense and great defense so this year we have to be prepared for that team for sure. All the Wilson County games are full of great talent so I'm excited for next season.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I'm not sure.”

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Sequatchie County linebacker Kason Hicks
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel we are going to be better than this year, we all love to work in the offseason and we are losing only two seniors but we have their spots filled already.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Marion County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Sam Pickett.”

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Cleveland athlete Isaiah Davis
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do pretty great looking forward to it.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“No team if our team comes together and plays how we practice.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“No one in my opinion.”

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Hardin Valley Academy wide receiver Isaac Shelby
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think my class is one of the best to come through HVA, so even though we will have a new coach I think we will do pretty good next season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think we play in the hardest region in Tennessee. 6a region 2 has some of the best competition out there so every game for us is going to be a battle.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Every player in 6a region 2 is also great, lots of p5 guys we will play, so hard to single out one.”

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Farragut wide receiver Landon Collins
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel that my team next season will do well. I think our team will come together to win some ball games.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“The team I feel will be the toughest competition is Bearden.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player we will face is Jayzon Thompson.”

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Anderson County running back Waylon LaRue
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel pretty confident that we can make another run to a state title, we get a lot of experience back.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I would say Bearden High school, they beat us last season and made a strong playoff run.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Jayzon Thompson (Bearden High). He was an all-state running back as a sophomore.”

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Houston defensive end Trayshon Shaw
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I see us back in the Blue Cross Bowl actually.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“As we have a lot of talent in 6A, our biggest rivals Germantown always surprises.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I could say Joakim Dodson or Geron Johnson.”

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Houston middle linebacker Owen Waggener
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I am extremely excited and confident about next year’s team. Good amount of state champ returnees and the experience and chemistry we have is like no other.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Region 8 games are always tough but I believe playing at Tupelo this year will be our toughest game.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Got to give props to Jamarion Morrow from Germantown.”

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Ravenwood cornerback Donovan Starr
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel good about our team next season because we got a lot if not most of the players coming back.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like Oakland will be a tough game next season because it always is a challenge.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not sure who the toughest player we will face off would be but there are a lot of good players and teams we compete against.”

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Houston defensive lineman Garrett Hagan
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“To be back-to-back state champions.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“We don’t have our schedule yet but we have the toughest region in the state so I think Germantown will be our toughest competition.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There’s a few people in mind but my 2 are Joakim Dodson and Jamarrion Morrow.”

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Wartburg Central wide receiver Landon Quinney
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Next year should be the best year we have had in a while, we finally started putting games together near the end of the year last year and with us being young we should improve going into next year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“York or Bledsoe County will be the toughest, Bledsoe is like us in the fact of being young and they were solid last year and York is usually a good football team.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Bledsoe County has a defensive end that was a problem last year so I will bet he will be one for his senior year.”

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Lipscomb Academy defensive tackle Amir Leonard-Jean Charles
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We're going to be great. My brothers and I are going to be just fine.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“That's hard to say at this point, I feel like everyone is still trying to figure themselves out.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There's a lot of talent out there, especially in Tennessee, and every year someone steps up and balls out, so at this point I'm going to say everyone is going to be tough. I don't sleep on any athlete, we all have to compete, we all have to be ready when that ball snaps.”

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Germantown athlete Yasir Muhammad
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will make it back to where we were this past season, but we have to break through that 3rd round so we'll be working towards that.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I don't have the schedule, yet but we'll be prepared for anyone we face.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don't know anyone individually who will be hard for us to stop. I feel me and my guys can compete with anyone.”

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Ensworth middle linebacker Sam Haley
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel that our team has a ton of talent and potential and that is up to us to decide how good we want to be.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Playing in our division comes with playing against the best teams in the state weekly so there’s definitely going to be a ton of competition but one team in particular I’m excited to play next year is Lipscomb.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There have been a bunch of great players in our division the last couple of years but no one in particular stands out. I’d say there’s a few good quarterbacks in our division that are always fun to play against.”

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Greeneville inside linebacker Drew Armbrister
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Next season will be just like any other, as long as we do what we need to, and give everything we have to the team, we will be successful.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“We play Alcoa week 3. They always have a good team and are led by good coaches.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest player we will face is Eli Owens, the tight end at Alcoa. He’s a good, strong, and physical player.”

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Q&A with White House Heritage free safety Dason Springer
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like we will do better than we did this year. With our coaching staff I know we will and the mentality we all have now knowing how much we accomplished last year due to the year before.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our toughest competition in our region I feel like will be Fairview, but the regular schedule is probably East Rob. But we’re going to put up a better fight than we did last year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don’t think there will be a tough individual opponent, it’s a team sport. Everybody is the same, it really just depends on how our team steps up which I know they will.”

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Lipscomb Academy defensive athlete CJ Jimcoily
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“State Championship… there is no settling for less. I know what we are capable of, and I personally will not expect anything less.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I believe we will be playing Thompson out of Alabama again this year. One of our toughest games to date and given we left with the win in our previous face-off, they will come with a chip on their shoulder. The Chattanooga teams in blue and red will also stand between us and the chip. Expecting big time games from these two.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Not sure yet. Doesn’t matter. The goal doesn’t change, just more hype around a name on a paper. Ball is ball, doesn’t matter how good you’re supposed to be. For me personally, you’re going to have to prove it to me.”

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Houston offensive lineman Nick Royston
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we are going to be a great team next year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest team we play will be Germantown.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I don’t really look at players individually because one player doesn’t make the whole team.”

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Oakland running back Aivery Haynesworth
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Our team has a lot of holes to fill but our coaching and work ethic should fill those gaps.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“No one can mess with us at our best.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There are a lot of good players out there but we have the best ones.”

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Mt. Pleasant linebacker Evan Alexander Plunkett
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“The final goal is always to win state, and I feel like we have the athletes this year to achieve this goal but we’re taking it one game at a time.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like Lewis County will be tough there returning a lot of starters but we will be fully prepared for them.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Probably Carson Sneed, he’s a good player, we had to face him last year and he was definitely a bright spot for DCA.”

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Obion County wide receiver Bryson Underwood
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will do pretty good next season. We have most of our skill players returning from last season. We have a new head coach so we will just see how it goes.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think Haywood will be our toughest game because they are always a very talented team and they have a bunch of very good players and good coaches.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Donteze Joy from Westview is a very talented receiver, I think we will have trouble stopping him.”

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Jackson Christian School athlete Austin Kelley
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I see ourselves in the state championship at the end of the year. But we are never looking ahead and we are focused on 1 game at a time.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think we play many great and well coached football teams throughout the year, but we never look ahead at matchups, we are just focused on Northpoint week 1.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think we will encounter many great players, but I am only worried about ourselves and never the players across the line.”

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Montgomery Central strong safety Kanyon Conner
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like our team will improve drastically from last season with our new coach Wyatt Page coming in.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like Pearl Cohn will be our toughest competition this upcoming season, they are always a strong team and I don’t think this season will be anything different.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I personally believe that Ahmoyre Galbreth from Clarksville High School is going to be the toughest player we’re going to play this upcoming season, he was a problem to handle last year and I don’t think it’ll be any different this season.”

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Farragut wide receiver Robbie Jacobs
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I’m very excited to see how our season next year plays out. We have a great team with a lot of guys who are hungry to get at it. I believe we will have a great season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our toughest opponent this year will probably be our rival Bearden. They aren’t losing many people and will be similar to the team they were last year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“We will face many tough players, there isn’t only one who stands out to me.”

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Greenhill inside linebacker Gavin Uhlir
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel our team is talented and can go far.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Mount Juliet will probably be our toughest game.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“N/a.”

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Upperman defensive back Carmine Phillips
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like this next season we will be good, and we didn't like that we fell short of that gold ball so that's our goal to make it back to the championship.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel region games in Macon are always toughest, but it doesn't matter if we are always up for the challenge.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Not sure who the toughest individual will be, I haven't seen our entire schedule yet. It's really not an issue though I take it game by game and prepare for whoever I need to.”

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Forrest running back Fletcher Fields
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we can contend for a region title, we look forward to implementing a new offense.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Marion County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Sam Pickett.”

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Sevier County quarterback Cooper Newman
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like we have the opportunity to be a better football team this year with the guys we have returning and the work they have been putting in.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Every team on our schedule has improved but it would be great for us to avenge our only regular season loss against Jefferson County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There are a lot of great players we will be facing but I think one of the best is Nic Moore, an offensive and defensive lineman for Jefferson County.”

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Gordonsville quarterback J Foster
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like we have a really good chance to be just as good if not better than last year especially up front since we only lose one starter on the line and we return our all-state receiver in Dalton Hancock.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like it will either be Bledsoe or Clay since both teams were tough games last year and they both bring back a lot of starters on both sides of the ball.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m going to say Nate Adams because he’s so good on both sides of the ball and has a clutch factor.”

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Clarksville running back James Dalrymple
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel very confident in our team to repeat the same success we had last year. We have a bunch of young linemen coming up and we have faith and trust in them that are going to grow into good solid lineman. This year our line was incredible and I will always remember and thank them for what they helped me accomplish because without them we don’t score points. We return all skill guys on offense and most of our defense.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Rossview because they have really good linebackers. Guys like Kole Phillips, Johnny Cabeleiro, Phillip Shipstead, and even their rover/safety Hank Recer. Dudes like that make it hard to win. They made it a close game this year until we pulled away in the 3rd quarter. Those guys are truly great athletes with great instincts and they will definitely give us a run for our money next year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Toughest player we are going to play against is definitely Kole Phillips. He’s a great player and his coach trusts him to just go in there and wreak havoc on offenses.”

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Mount Juliet free safety Isaiah Roseberry
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We will make a state run this year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Green Hill High School.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“N/A.”

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Ravenwood defensive end Elliot Hampton
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Everyone is excited about the potential of our team in ‘24. We didn’t have many seniors this year and we played undersized at a number of positions. We have a lot of players coming back as experienced seniors and juniors. Our goal is to win state.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“We face both Alcoa and Oakland in away games this year. We are coming off losses to both last year and have something to prove.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not sure who I consider the best individual player we’ll face. Williamson county is loaded with great players and both Alcoa and Oakland will have talent we haven’t seen before.”

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McMinn County offensive lineman Camden Goforth
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think with the work we will put in over the summer, we will be a pretty solid team this year. We lost some great talent but we have guys coming in that are hungry and ready to work.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Bradley and Cleveland are both 6A teams that we play every year and they are usually stacked with talented players. I feel like Cleveland will be a hard fought game this season.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“That’s a hard one considering how much talent there is coming into this season. But personally I would say J’Alan Terry at Bradley. I played on a AAU team with him in middle school and I know how talented he is.”

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Knoxville Halls wide receiver Landon Vest *
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think that my team will do great next year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think Powell will be the toughest competition.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Twain (corner from West).”

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Mount Juliet defensive end Atticus Fiorita
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I believe my team will exceed last year, with more weapons on both sides of the ball and this team is hungry and dedicated.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Antioch, they have great talent and their coach did great things last year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Gallatin’s quarterback, he’s smart, has good instincts with the ball and he’s surrounded with good players and a good coaching staff.”

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Riverdale cornerback Zyntreacs Otey
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We will be pretty good with the guys we had transfer in and the up and coming crew we should make a run for the ship.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Of course Oakland.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Of course Oakland again with Duane Morris.”

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Oakland linebacker Caleb Ellison
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we will be back to state and have a good run with great team stats.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think Blackman will have a good squad this year, they were young last year and those players are starting to develop more.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think there are good players all around the county, none specifically.”

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Independence free safety Hunter Mullen
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel a lot of our returning players have been working really hard in the offseason to get better and stronger. I’m excited when I think about our defense. We have a lot of athletes on the defensive side with varsity experience.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I’d say Oakland and Beech, because I know many of their top players through NPA. It’s great when we play together, but I know it’s going to be tough when we play head on.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Duane Morris no doubt. He had 36 tds I believe last year. Plus we played together in the offseason, so I know he’s ready and excited. He’s recently committed to USC, so I know he wants to show out.”

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Independence running back Torey King
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Be competitive.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Paige High School.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Duane Morris.”

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Mt. Pleasant defensive lineman Konner Scharrer
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like we will have a good season, not too many bumps in the road as long as we work.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Probably either Waverly or Loretta.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Most likely the TE from DCA.”

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Camden Central middle linebacker Nathan Redman
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I fully believe our team will be a winning team as we have a lot of talented men who have been working for this since freshman year. There will be challenges along the way but we will go through them as a team to be successful.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think our best rival has been Huntington High School. Just like our team they have many talented athletes and always look forward to facing them throughout the season.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The top player that I believe our team will face throughout the season would be Gray Eubanks. Huntington’s Qb has always been an effective player in their offense. We look forward to this competition.”

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Kirkwood defensive end Moses Byrd
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think my team is going to be good all the way around. I think we should at least have an 8-2 season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Clarksville High School, they had a fire team last year that was hard to stop and that’s the one I want to get back at bad.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’ll say Perry Cross-Snead and Kamari Blare, both two guys with big offers and good at competing and definitely look forward to playing with them this year.”

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Stewart's Creek running back Marcel Gordon
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“State champions.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Blackman.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Jaylan Morgan.”

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Riverdale defensive end JC Haynes
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel that we will do as great as we want ourselves to do and that’s with any team you just gotta want it more.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Henry County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Duane Morris.”

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Tyner Academy linebacker Chazz Craig
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Very well, 9 wins and 1 loss.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“McMin County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“McMin County upcoming junior lineman.”

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Mount Juliet wide receiver Yonas Gizaw
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I know this team has the potential to do big things this year. If we stay focused and keep working y’all will see us in December.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Greenhill.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There are multiple players across the region. Aaron Mattingly or Duane Morris. But I’m confident that we can shut both of them down.”

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Jackson Christian School strong safety Easton Jones
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I think we have a very good chance at making a solid run in the playoffs if everyone stays healthy.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I think the toughest opponent on our schedule this year is good pasture. They almost beat us last year and have a lot of good players on their team.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Lekhy Tompkins for Trinity Christian will be our toughest opponent. He is big and physical and he gets the ball a lot.”

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Ravenwood wide receiver Max Kimpel
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Contending for a 6A state title definitely. We’ve got a tough schedule and can’t take any weeks off but I feel that we have the roster to be prepared for that.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Oakland. Their playmakers are great players and it’s always a tough game.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Craig Tutt out of Oakland. Great player and we’ll have to prepare for that.”

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Independence offensive lineman Syler Green
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Our team will be young this season, but we are hoping to improve our record from last year and win our region.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“We are playing one of the toughest schedules out there. We will open with two state runner ups, and Brentwood went undefeated in the regular season. If I had to choose, I would say Page because they have many returning defensive players.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“There are many tough players that we will see this season. If I had to choose two players, I would say Eric Hazzard of Page or Daune Morris of Oakland.”

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Independence offensive center Caden Liebler
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel like everybody is counting us out but we are a tough, physical team that won’t give up. We have a chance to go 10 next season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Our toughest competition this upcoming season is Oakland, we probably have the toughest schedule in all of middle Tennessee.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest individual we face this season is USC commit Duane Morris from Oakland.”

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Ravenwood safety Jayden Smitherman
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“Our team is looking really good this spring, looking like a REAL DEAL team. I don’t see anyone on our schedule stopping us.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like Oakland is the only competition next season because they are just a generational team. But it will be a good game. By the way we are looking raps on top.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Daune Morris will be the only player I see that would make us work but we have a really good defensive front to stop all of the run game.”

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Obion County Central running back Tucker Moore
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“We will do good and shock a lot of people.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Westview and Haywood.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Donteze Joy from Westview.”

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Mount Pleasant defensive back Avery Johnson
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I feel our team will succeed and make each other better day by day.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel the most competitive team this year we will face will be Loretto High School.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I feel the toughest person we will face is Carson Sneed.”

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Wayne County wide receiver Sayler Skelton
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“This upcoming season we have a tough schedule, but I think that we can win a lot of games this year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Moore County will probably be our toughest competition. They always have a lot of good athletes on their team.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The toughest individual player we will see this season will probably be Jayden McClure from Mt. Pleasant. He is a big, fast, and tough running back.”

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Forrest running back/outside linebacker Cohen Grissom
How do you feel your team will do next football season?
“I’m very excited to start this upcoming season, we have had a lot of great things happening in the Forrest football program this offseason. We have hired a new head coach, Justin Palmer who has brought a fantastic coaching staff with him. I believe with our new offense and defense a lot of people are going to be surprised at what we will accomplish this upcoming season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I believe the toughest team we will play this season will be Marion County.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I think the toughest player that we will have to face off against this season will be Sam Pickett. He's been a great player throughout the years who has made a significant impact in the game for his team every time we play Marion County.”

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White House-Heritage quarterback Xavier Murray
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I feel like we will win a lot of games, win the first Heritage region football championship, and make a deep playoff run.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“East Robertson.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Isaiah Groves.”

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Antioch offensive tackle Takhyian Whitset
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we’re in for a big year, we can go as far as we want to. It’s going to take discipline and focus to do so. The goal is state for sure though.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Oakland or CPA.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“We’ll face a lot of good players this season, I can’t just say one player.”

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Independence outside linebacker Blaze Katina
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I anticipate a big year for the Eagles, I think most people wouldn’t say the same, but after working with our guys and getting an idea of what’s to come I’m very excited!”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I personally feel like Page High School will be a battle, now there’s still teams like Oakland and Ravenwood but the first team to come to mind is Page High School.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I can easily say Duane Morris from Oakland is the best individual athlete we will have to face.”

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Marion County athlete Sam Pickett III
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I feel we have a 15-0 team this year.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Fayetteville will be a tough game.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“The Quarterback from Fayetteville.”

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Stewarts Creek offensive lineman Aydian Wise
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we will do good and win our first ever playoff game.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Smyrna, not because they’re good, just because it’s our rival game.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not sure.”

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Mount Pleasant defensive back Jaylen Easterling
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we will do pretty good.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Probably DCA or Lewis Co.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Jayden Mcclure.”

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Ravenwood offensive tackle Roman Jones
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we’re going to do great, definitely looking forward to the season.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Oakland will probably be the toughest, they are usually ranked high every year.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“I’m not sure of any one specific player that challenges us, I think our whole team has a lot of depth.”

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Huntingdon running back Brady Warbritton
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I think we will be good and competitive like the previous years.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“Milan.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Tate Surber.”

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Marion County defensive end Myles Mays
How do you feel your team will do this football season?
“I feel like I have a really good chance at going to state.”

What team do you feel will be the toughest competition on your schedule?
“I feel like Fayetteville will be hard because they play extremely hard.”

Who is the toughest individual player your team will face off against?
“Chatt Central has a very talented skilled player.”

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