[Scotty_Bronson]

This is goina be a tough one. The Rams have bounced back from the Heighton injury it seems and they have amped up their physicality in the last few games. Ashland is more one demensional than they have been in the last few years, but they have some good size and atheleticism in the trenches and Hester is an elite back in NEKY. We also do not have the depth we have had in years past and it's been said numerous times that "it's a good thing we play Ashland early in the year". That being said, this is a game that we can win. But, we will have to remain creative in the run game and try and keep them spread out defensively and in man coverage. Hughes has really grown up alot the last few weeks and looks to be in a good rhythm with Lewis and Cox. But has trouble with reads against a zone. I was really suprised with our ability to make Portsmouth West earn there 200+ yards rushing and didnt give up the big play. But make no mistake Ashland is no Port West. If we can make them earn their points and not give up the big play, we have a shot. With all that said...

Ashland 35
Rams 21


I hope I am wrong and the rumor mill says that Heighton could be back. I just hope he is 100% and we dont throw him to the wolves to try and only play him bc w feel he is our only shot at beating the Tomcats. I think the Rams have grown alot over the last couple weeks but still have alot to prove.