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I think it goes without saying that CC will probably be the favorite in the Central with all the players they bring back from a team that finished second in the Central Division and CHSL runner-up. Rice is Rice - they bring back Grisan, DeClaire, Popp, Cherocci, and host of other players. Offensively, Rice is going to be very strong and will score points. I do find it interesting that Coach Fracassa is listed on the Brother Rice football website as the offensive coordinator. I don't know if that was the case last year, but it is interesting. I guess we should look for the bounce pass at least once next year.

I do think the two wildcard teams are DLS and OLSM, more so DLS than OLSM. We all know about Bolden at OLSM, but who can step up and fill in the void from Semmes, Woodland, and Fiorini? Earnest Thomas and a host of tight end candidates will probably step up. There were also a fair amount juniors who started on the line for OLSM last year which will help in terms of experience. DLS brings back 6 total starters from last year, but a fair amount of juniors played some sort of role on the team last year throughout the season. Offensively, DLS will have some fire power to score on the ground and in the air.

As far as UDJ and DC - We'll see how Coach Putnam likes going against a veritable who's who of football coaches in the Central Division, but something tells me that he is ready for the challenge. Unfortunately, the talent isn't there yet for the Cubs to become a legitimate contender in the Central yet, but the Cubs will be well prepared for each of their opponents. As far as DC, they again have a modified Central Division schedule which should help the Falcons make the playoffs for the first time since 2004. Marty Mitchell, Nate Gendron, and Jeremy Shay will lead the way for the Falcons.

Don't tell that to EGR.