[outdoorsman43]

John Derossett hasn't had any real big linemen since the '06 season. Since then each linemen have been very quick and strong although they don't look it. Plus the past two season with small/quick linemen the Blackcats went 20-6.

Prestonsburg's usual smashmouth game will not be nearly as successful this up-coming season as in the past because of the lack of size up-front. But they will be able to hold their blocks out of the shotgun formation because they can spread the field and get more 1-on-1 blocks. When teams blitz the offense Prestonsburg has done a great job making defenses bite on draws, play action, and bootleg passes.

Prestonsburg defense will still be strong this upcoming season as they will be extremely fast. And as long as Alex Garner stays healthy he will be a beast at nose-tackle.

Very good points.

Shotgun will be a primary offensive set for the Blackcats this year, something Michael Burchett isn't used to. The reason Burchett will be successful in shotgun is because he is a pocket quarterback. He has very good awareness and that will be of help to him this year more than ever.

The defense will be just as good as last season IMO. Sure, the Blackcats lost size, but the speed is still there and will be improved. You are right about Garner too, he will do a fine job anchoring the d-line.