[tomcatfan722000]

You do realize that CCH quarterback Blake Bir returns next season for his 3rd season as the starter. This alone makes the Colonels a tough team next season. Several starters on defense will return too.

As for CCH playing Ashland during the season, I tried a few years ago to get the AD to schedule some EKY schools, but to no avail. Too costly to travel that far for a non-playoff game. When you can fill your schedule with highly competitive teams without leaving your backyard, it doesn't make economic "cents" to travel.

I thought bir was a senior so you are probably correct then that makes 3 favorites next year.