[bucslover68]

Enough about fans and the like, what about the game?

Who wins the battle up front?
Will Russell blast the A gaps with LB and bring safeties like they usually do against Belfry?
If so, will Elkins be able to beat them through the air this time?
Which team will make the "big play"?
Which coach will have to make the most changes from his comfort zone?

I believe Belfry wins the battle up front. From all reports, including the head coach of the Devils, Russell is not that physical. JC had a huge line with a reputation for smashmouth football, and Belfry handled them for the most part. I expect Belfry to be able to move the ball easily.

I think they probably will, and I think they will pay dearly. The 2006 game showed that if you blast through the offensive line and disrupt Belfry's timing,then you can beat them. Belfry is better up front and if the line holds them back just long enough for Elkins to work his magic, then Belfry's quick-hitting rushing attack should be just fine.

Belfry's play action is fantastic if the running gameis clicking as it has been all year. Belfry does not want to face second or third and long situations. If they pass early, it will be on first down or second and short if the box is loaded. Of course, if Russell does not show an early ability to stop the Pirates ground game then Belfry may not pass at all.

I think Mcglone will have to figure out how to best mix the run and pass and see if he can throw in an ole halfback pass that he usually uses against the Pirates.

In the end, Pirates 28-14 in a real good ballgame.