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State your case: Predictions for the 2017 6A football season

Started by pinebluffzebra09, July 06, 2017, 09:22:07 am

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pinebluffzebra09

A couple of days after the 4th and the smell of those classic Friday nights are fast approaching!!! State your case for your team. Whose gonna be the surprise team? The letdown team? the Best player in the conference? The Best Team? Lets Hear it!
Go Z's

Wildcat Football

My picks for surprise team, tie Texarkana in West and Marion in East.  Best team is Jonesboro if they can get defense in order.  Best player prediction is GW's QB Connor Noland or JB's QB AJ Aycock, but Russellvilles' Josiah Woodard is a great DB and QBs beware throwing his way this year.  He is ranked 24th best recruit in Arkansas.

Wildcat Football

From Hooten's here is the list of Top 50 recruits (Seniors) in Arkansas in 6A:
#3 Connor Noland - Greenwood QB
#17 Terry Hampton - El Dorado DL
#18 Noah Gatlin - Jonesboro OL
#23 Jacarvis Anderson - Jonesboro DL
#24 Josiah Woodard - Russellville DB
#28 Mason Schucker - Searcy QB
#35 Steven Stone - West Memphis WR
#38 Denzel Walter - El Dorado OL
#39 Blake Edwards - Benton DE
#42 AJ Aycock - Jonesboro QB


Wildcat Football

I noticed no RB's on the list for 6A, so will be interesting to see who is best RB in 6A at year-end: Kenny Wood GW, Zak Wallace Benton, Daniel Johnson and Jimarcus Bibbs both Jonesboro backs, Caezar Warren LR Hall, and Shawn Ellis Jacksonville.  Anyone else out there worth watching?

AHS06

Quote from: Wildcat Football on July 07, 2017, 07:59:15 am
I noticed no RB's on the list for 6A, so will be interesting to see who is best RB in 6A at year-end: Kenny Wood GW, Zak Wallace Benton, Daniel Johnson and Jimarcus Bibbs both Jonesboro backs, Caezar Warren LR Hall, and Shawn Ellis Jacksonville.  Anyone else out there worth watching?
Watch for Jordan Hall from Texarkana at RB.

zebradynasty

I'll take a stab at it:

CONTENDERS

I really don't see a clear favorite this year in 6A BUT it's not necessarily wide open either. Hooten's and the rest of media take the lazy approach and pick GW. I think they've been picked every year they've been in 6A. They're definitely a contender but I think coaches are finding ways to better prepare for them and they're not as unstoppable as most of the media would have you believe.

Jonesboro may finally get over the hump...maybe appears they have the makings of a good OL and they have some skill players. But it will boil down to their old nemesis...DEFENSE.

The Z's it all depends upon how good the OL and QB develops. Defense should be better very good LB's and some experience in the secondary. Do what we do and we can get back to WM.

Eldorado has been sitting at the kids table for too many years lately. Certainly can't underestimate them honestly I think they might be a year away.

Texarkana probably the hungriest team in 6A but not sure if they can handle what they are about to get into. Still the change in attitude will do wonders for the hogs. May rely too much on the coach/savior.

Others that might make some noise:

Marion-Made a little noise last year then faded.
Benton-Another hungry team but may not have enough talent
Searcy-Lot of starters return well coached team don't see them making it to WM
Lake Hamilton-I think the adjustment to the new system won't take long. LH strength and conditioning program is stout (no pun intended).
West Memphis-Well we keep hearing about the talent but it never seems to show on the field. I don't think this is the year they get it together but it's time they do something

The L-NAW Section!

Russellville-Like a Kentucky basketball player...one and done
Sheridan-New enthusiasm might get them 2 wins
Siloam Springs-Same as Sheridan without the enthusiasm
MH-New coach same results
Jacksonville-Unknown
LR Hall-No comment

tmycjy

6-3 East

1. Jonesboro
2. Pine bluff
3. West Memphis
4. Searcy
5. Marion
6. Jacksonville
7. LR Hall
8. Mountion home

6-A west
1. Russeville
2. Greenwood
3. Benton
4. Lake Hamilton
5 . El Dorado
6. Texarkana
7. Siloam Springs
8. Sheaden

zebradynasty

Quote from: tmycjy on July 07, 2017, 06:37:37 pm
6-3 East

1. Jonesboro
2. Pine bluff
3. West Memphis
4. Searcy
5. Marion
6. Jacksonville
7. LR Hall
8. Mountion home

6-A west
1. Russeville
2. Greenwood
3. Benton
4. Lake Hamilton
5 . El Dorado
6. Texarkana
7. Siloam Springs
8. Sheaden


Like to hear the explanation on this!

RD™

So I was down at the local barbershop and all I hear was "Greenwood will have more size  than we've had ever". Not sure what to think about that, but we shall see. It will be interesting to see what Noland does as QB1 Full Time now. With all that said Week 3 = 12 in a row! #ALMASUX

jeffslilbro

Russellville will not prevail on top. West will be Greenwood and Eldo

jeffslilbro


RD™


jeffslilbro


AHS06

Quote from: jeffslilbro on July 09, 2017, 01:18:30 pm
Russellville will not prevail on top. West will be Greenwood and Eldo
There will be a dark horse.

Wildcat Football

Quote from: zebradynasty on July 07, 2017, 12:13:48 pm
I'll take a stab at it:

CONTENDERS

I really don't see a clear favorite this year in 6A BUT it's not necessarily wide open either. Hooten's and the rest of media take the lazy approach and pick GW. I think they've been picked every year they've been in 6A. They're definitely a contender but I think coaches are finding ways to better prepare for them and they're not as unstoppable as most of the media would have you believe.

Jonesboro may finally get over the hump...maybe appears they have the makings of a good OL and they have some skill players. But it will boil down to their old nemesis...DEFENSE.

The Z's it all depends upon how good the OL and QB develops. Defense should be better very good LB's and some experience in the secondary. Do what we do and we can get back to WM.

Eldorado has been sitting at the kids table for too many years lately. Certainly can't underestimate them honestly I think they might be a year away.

Texarkana probably the hungriest team in 6A but not sure if they can handle what they are about to get into. Still the change in attitude will do wonders for the hogs. May rely too much on the coach/savior.

Others that might make some noise:

Marion-Made a little noise last year then faded.
Benton-Another hungry team but may not have enough talent
Searcy-Lot of starters return well coached team don't see them making it to WM
Lake Hamilton-I think the adjustment to the new system won't take long. LH strength and conditioning program is stout (no pun intended).
West Memphis-Well we keep hearing about the talent but it never seems to show on the field. I don't think this is the year they get it together but it's time they do something

The L-NAW Section!

Russellville-Like a Kentucky basketball player...one and done
Sheridan-New enthusiasm might get them 2 wins
Siloam Springs-Same as Sheridan without the enthusiasm
MH-New coach same results
Jacksonville-Unknown
LR Hall-No comment
I agree with your read out zebradynasty, especially with Russellville.  They lost a dual-threat QB which I think was a key to success, plus they lost a lot on defense, but still have a few holdovers.  The key for Benton will be their defense, they do have a couple of dual-threat QB's which they haven't had in recent years. We will know more post-Salt Bowl. Bryant will have one of the best defenses in the state. Bryant's coach is a defensive specialist. I hear ED has a good dual-threat QB who was injured most of last year, plus they have some stellar DL, if they stay healthy during the regular season could be in contention.  The other factor is sophomores, although most spend the year developing in JV, there is always a few who make a contribution.  This is an unknown variable which makes it interesting.  Also, who game plans the best, good coaching should never be underestimated, so with so many coaching moves adds another dimension.

admorris24

Benton could be a sleeper also.  Very young after graduating 25 seniors.  If they grow up quick, there is a lot of talent in the soph and junior class.  Big OL and good talent at skill positions on offense.  They will score points, but have to replace 8 starters on D including their entire LB group.  The potential is there, it is just a matter of how long it will take for it to mature.

PrivateLesson

August 26, 2017, 08:53:55 pm #16 Last Edit: August 26, 2017, 08:57:11 pm by PrivateLesson
Quote from: AHS06 on July 09, 2017, 08:42:45 pm
There will be a dark horse.
Who??     Texarkana?

2000ZEBRA


PrivateLesson

Quote from: zebradynasty on July 08, 2017, 11:26:47 am
Like to hear the explanation on this!

Spell check isn't their speciality?   


I'm not sure about Jonesboro being ahead of Pine Bluff or Russellville being ahead of Greenwood.    I don't see it. 


I've still yet to hear an explanation on who the dark horse contender is?   




ArkansasBoy

I put Russellville as one of the top teams there defense looked very strong at the scrimmage but also because of the talent and coaching staff

Texarkana_Piggie

we open at pleasant grove (texas side school) this year.  from what i hear they have one of the best teams they have had in a long time.  someone said their football team was as good as their baseball team this year (that's dang good, btw).  we will know more after that game.  then in week two we host texas high (former school of our new coach).  that may be an ugly game and i'm not talking about execution in the trenches.  i sadly have just gotten to where i don't expect a lot from AHS, and i'm still disappointed.  i hope for the sake of the boys who give it their all we have a great season.  i really don't think the new coach is the be all and end all others seem to think he is.  as bad as our past few seasons have been, heck, i'll take .500. 

Hogman2018

August 27, 2017, 02:21:13 pm #21 Last Edit: August 27, 2017, 04:35:15 pm by Texarkana_Piggie
If u dont think he will make a difference then u dont know anything about football! U are always negative so i understand why u are like that!! I dont know why u even come to the games!


rona

Quote from: ArkansasBoy on August 27, 2017, 12:12:01 pm
I put Russellville as one of the top teams there defense looked very strong at the scrimmage but also because of the talent and coaching staff

Lost too many Lineman on both sides of ball and key skill players. Middle of the road at best this year.

ArkansasBoy

thing is they got some players back that didnt play last year and also they have switched people around and got two players that moved to russellville

Texarkana_Piggie

Quote from: Hogman2018 on August 27, 2017, 02:21:13 pm
If u dont think he will make a difference then u dont know anything about football! U are always negative so i understand why u are like that!! I dont know why u even come to the games!


no...i think he'll make a difference....just not as massive as some think.  i guess years of mediocrity have made me jaded.  i taught a few of these guys on the team, so like i said, i hope they have a fabulous season.  it would be nice to see the hogs get back to our glory days of football.  those were a lot of fun. 

Hogman2018


Texarkana_Piggie

Quote from: Hogman2018 on August 27, 2017, 04:50:07 pm
We will be back just wait and see!

i sincerely hope so.  i've been a razorback since 1963.  wins, losses, nothing will ever change that. 

AHS06

Quote from: Texarkana_Piggie on August 27, 2017, 01:44:51 pm
we open at pleasant grove (texas side school) this year.  from what i hear they have one of the best teams they have had in a long time.  someone said their football team was as good as their baseball team this year (that's dang good, btw).  we will know more after that game.  then in week two we host texas high (former school of our new coach).  that may be an ugly game and i'm not talking about execution in the trenches.  i sadly have just gotten to where i don't expect a lot from AHS, and i'm still disappointed.  i hope for the sake of the boys who give it their all we have a great season.  i really don't think the new coach is the be all and end all others seem to think he is.  as bad as our past few seasons have been, heck, i'll take .500.
PG went three rounds deep in the playoffs last year (Lost to the state champ) and went to state semi's during 7 on 7 this year.  They will be a rough outing but I see us winning this game.  I just hope with Texas High looming next week that this is not a trap game to start the season.  Piggie-the one thing I have noticed watching the team is their whole mentality/attitude has changed.  The kids have bought into the new system and expectations.  The offense is different and will put up some points.  However, they do need more quality reps.  The Hogs should be in great shape rolling into conference.  A .500 season should only occur during an exceptionally down year.  We are to blame for letting the program/supporters look forward to a .500 season.  Ledford was the wrong hire and we did not put a stop to the bleeding.   

Texarkana_Piggie

Quote from: AHS06 on August 28, 2017, 08:30:40 am
PG went three rounds deep in the playoffs last year (Lost to the state champ) and went to state semi's during 7 on 7 this year.  They will be a rough outing but I see us winning this game.  I just hope with Texas High looming next week that this is not a trap game to start the season.  Piggie-the one thing I have noticed watching the team is their whole mentality/attitude has changed.  The kids have bought into the new system and expectations.  The offense is different and will put up some points.  However, they do need more quality reps.  The Hogs should be in great shape rolling into conference.  A .500 season should only occur during an exceptionally down year.  We are to blame for letting the program/supporters look forward to a .500 season.  Ledford was the wrong hire and we did not put a stop to the bleeding.   

that last sentence is the honest to god truth.  but with current admin, football was not important. 

Wildcat_Booster

Quote from: tmycjy on July 07, 2017, 06:37:37 pm
6-3 East

1. Jonesboro
2. Pine bluff
3. West Memphis
4. Searcy
5. Marion
6. Jacksonville
7. LR Hall
8. Mountion home

6-A west
1. Russeville
2. Greenwood
3. Benton
4. Lake Hamilton
5 . El Dorado
6. Texarkana
7. Siloam Springs
8. Sheaden
EL Do 5th? What stuff are you smoking? EL Do will be 2nd in 6 West behind Greenwood and will make a deep run in the play offs and don't be surprised if we are at WMS. Last year was a fluke with so many injuries on the Defensive side of the ball and we went to our 5th string QB who was actually the kicker. We have the QB back but we have a 10th grader that will make some noise as to who the starter will be. He will play a lot this year, and we have a stable of RB's and one of the best defenses El Do has had in years. 10-2 will be our record!!

bulldogger15

Quote from: zebradynasty on July 07, 2017, 12:13:48 pm
I'll take a stab at it:

CONTENDERS

I really don't see a clear favorite this year in 6A BUT it's not necessarily wide open either. Hooten's and the rest of media take the lazy approach and pick GW. I think they've been picked every year they've been in 6A. They're definitely a contender but I think coaches are finding ways to better prepare for them and they're not as unstoppable as most of the media would have you believe.

Jonesboro may finally get over the hump...maybe appears they have the makings of a good OL and they have some skill players. But it will boil down to their old nemesis...DEFENSE.

The Z's it all depends upon how good the OL and QB develops. Defense should be better very good LB's and some experience in the secondary. Do what we do and we can get back to WM.

Eldorado has been sitting at the kids table for too many years lately. Certainly can't underestimate them honestly I think they might be a year away.

Texarkana probably the hungriest team in 6A but not sure if they can handle what they are about to get into. Still the change in attitude will do wonders for the hogs. May rely too much on the coach/savior.

Others that might make some noise:

Marion-Made a little noise last year then faded.
Benton-Another hungry team but may not have enough talent
Searcy-Lot of starters return well coached team don't see them making it to WM
Lake Hamilton-I think the adjustment to the new system won't take long. LH strength and conditioning program is stout (no pun intended).
West Memphis-Well we keep hearing about the talent but it never seems to show on the field. I don't think this is the year they get it together but it's time they do something

The L-NAW Section!

Russellville-Like a Kentucky basketball player...one and done
Sheridan-New enthusiasm might get them 2 wins
Siloam Springs-Same as Sheridan without the enthusiasm
MH-New coach same results
Jacksonville-Unknown
LR Hall-No comment
Here we go again Zebrafantasy.....

"I really don't see a clear favorite this year in 6A BUT it's not necessarily wide open either. Hooten's and the rest of media take the lazy approach and pick GW. I think they've been picked every year they've been in 6A. They're definitely a contender but I think coaches are finding ways to better prepare for them and they're not as unstoppable as most of the media would have you believe."

I like the "lazy approach" rather than the "crazy approach" of continually making early season excuses as to why the Zebras won't win the 6A title again. It's a LAZY win, win position. The Zebras do really well and you congratulate yourself because you defined the weak areas of the team that came together for a wonderful season OR (the most likely scenario) where the Zebras fall apart again in the playoffs again and your OL and QB become the scapegoat so you can say I told you so. Now THAT is the LAZY approach.....

Greenwood wins by 3 TD's vs the Zebras IF the Zebras can make a deep enough run into the playoffs. BIG if...

Yes, UNSTOPPABLE!!! GO BULLDOGS!!!

7AFBFAN

Assuming no injuries bulldogger. Be humble and count your blessings. All things can change.

bulldogger15

Quote from: 7AFBFAN on August 31, 2017, 07:43:40 am
Assuming no injuries bulldogger. Be humble and count your blessings. All things can change.
Agreed 7AFBFAN, however, it's hard when you have the Pine Bluff contingent crowing so loud already about the Zebras. We will see all to soon see where the Bulldogs land, injuries aside, but definitely acknowledged.

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Danold Dump

the Dump sees Mountain home and Sheridan playing for all the marbles this year....this is a baseball board right?? Dump been up late twitting...dump out ;D

urban legend2

Quote from: bulldogger15 on August 31, 2017, 08:31:43 am
Agreed 7AFBFAN, however, it's hard when you have the Pine Bluff contingent crowing so loud already about the Zebras. We will see all to soon see where the Bulldogs land, injuries aside, but definitely acknowledged.

GO BULLDOGS!!!
I've only seen one Zebra supporter who's been brash and he's fairly new. The rest of us remain optimistic and realistic about the team's chances. It's 6A football, very top heavy. There are about 4 teams who'll be in the mix, with a darkhorse or two who may surprise.

7AFBFAN

Quote from: bulldogger15 on August 31, 2017, 08:31:43 am
Agreed 7AFBFAN, however, it's hard when you have the Pine Bluff contingent crowing so loud already about the Zebras. We will see all to soon see where the Bulldogs land, injuries aside, but definitely acknowledged.

GO BULLDOGS!!!

Anyone with football knowledge recognizes Greenwood is the team to beat every year. This could be the year they are overall number one as well. A lot of good teams though. PB is usually one of them.

ricepig

Quote from: 7AFBFAN on August 31, 2017, 08:52:37 am
Anyone with football knowledge recognizes Greenwood is the team to beat every year. This could be the year they are overall number one as well. A lot of good teams though. PB is usually one of them.

I'd say more like "a team to beat".

7AFBFAN

I think every year they are the most obvious path to WMS if you can only pick one. 

zebradynasty

Quote from: ricepig on August 31, 2017, 09:46:37 am
I'd say more like "a team to beat".

EXACTLY I never hinted that PB was the favorite! I led with the fact that GW as well as other could win. Bullcrapper, is up to the childish games again.

zebradynasty

Quote from: 7AFBFAN on August 31, 2017, 09:51:15 am
I think every year they are the most obvious path to WMS if you can only pick one. 

Really and who is the THEY you are talking about?

PrivateLesson

Quote from: zebradynasty on August 31, 2017, 09:55:12 am
. Bullcrapper, is up to the childish games again.

I have tears!! Lol!  😂🤣😂🤣😂   


ZD is bringing it early!    :)

PrivateLesson


zebradynasty

Quote from: bulldogger15 on August 30, 2017, 11:34:06 pm
Here we go again Zebrafantasy.....

"I really don't see a clear favorite this year in 6A BUT it's not necessarily wide open either. Hooten's and the rest of media take the lazy approach and pick GW. I think they've been picked every year they've been in 6A. They're definitely a contender but I think coaches are finding ways to better prepare for them and they're not as unstoppable as most of the media would have you believe."

I like the "lazy approach" rather than the "crazy approach" of continually making early season excuses as to why the Zebras won't win the 6A title again. It's a LAZY win, win position. The Zebras do really well and you congratulate yourself because you defined the weak areas of the team that came together for a wonderful season OR (the most likely scenario) where the Zebras fall apart again in the playoffs again and your OL and QB become the scapegoat so you can say I told you so. Now THAT is the LAZY approach.....

Greenwood wins by 3 TD's vs the Zebras IF the Zebras can make a deep enough run into the playoffs. BIG if...

Yes, UNSTOPPABLE!!! GO BULLDOGS!!!

Yes, the season is definitely here and the Kim Jong-un of the 6A starts running his mouth of the impending fiery death for all of GW's opponents. Then when if doesn't happen you'll blame one of your players and then you'll go quite until the next season and we hear of the impending doom again...been hearing it since 2012...play something else!

7AFBFAN


zebradynasty


PrivateLesson


ricepig

Quote from: 7AFBFAN on August 31, 2017, 10:41:05 am
Yes U of G. They are the favorite again.

Well, the haven't done too well as the front runner, then.

ArkansasBoy

August 31, 2017, 11:19:42 am #47 Last Edit: August 31, 2017, 11:21:47 am by ArkansasBoy
funny thing is greenwood hasnt won state since they've been in 6a  but once and they are picked very year

zebradynasty

Quote from: ArkansasBoy on August 31, 2017, 11:19:42 am
funny thing is greenwood hasnt won state since they've been in 6a  but once and they are picked very year

Yes they have 2012 their first year in 6A.

7AFBFAN

Quote from: ricepig on August 31, 2017, 11:18:52 am
Well, the haven't done too well as the front runner, then.

They win most of their games every year and they have been to WMS more times than not since joining 2012. Who would you favor over them to win 6A this year?

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