[ryanparker]

At this point, I would also have to rate this team below the 07 team as well...While many hoped that this team would be a little better they just aren't as physical and lack that on the field take charge guy that helped last year's team probably exceed a lot of people's expectations...You can call it toughness or heart but the bottom line is this team has yet to really show it...

Obviously there is still time for this team to reach their potential but time is getting short...The playoffs start Friday against Raceland...That's right I said it...You won't have any more of a playoff atmosphere the rest of the way, with the possible exception of Belfry, than you will Friday...This may be Raceland's best team in 20 years and they want an undefeated season...They are going to come into your house and bust you in the mouth in front of your family and friends...How are you going to respond?? Obviously, we want you to win but even if you don't it is more important how you respond...If you stand toe to toe and still get beat, you can walk out disappointed but with your heads up because you gave everything but just got beat by a better team...If you lay down, they will jump on top of you and beat you by 3 or 4 TD's...

This is not meant to down this year's team...Those who know me know I would never do that...I'm talking to you just like I would (and did) talk to my own kids...I never sugar coated things with my kids and said they were doing great when they weren't...You don't get better when that's done...

Truth is, it's gut check time fellas...It's time to play with more than just the INDIVIDUAL talents that you have...It's time to come together and play with the same HEART that all the teams I mentioned above played with...You've been given an opportunity to continue the Red Devil legacy of playing championship level football...

How do you want to be remembered????

It could not be put any better than that. Absolutely tremendous post! You completely summarized my thoughts and feelings. If they leave it all on the field, then they can walk away proud win or lose.