MC Rockets

Northwestern will have a better shot than Norland.

As I said BEFORE I know Central's schedule is weak. I was referring to some of the teams ranked ahead of them in the poll.

I'm not overly disappointed but I am shocked. It wasn't like Central was going to be in the hunt for national title anyway with that 8 game schedule. Like I told Jim Halley Central's 8 is a lot better than most 10.

My thoughts too.

Kinda figured that. And I can't argue.

Looks like Central will get the snub in USA Today. Oh well...life goes on.

In my opinion BG should get #1. They are the two time defending MNC. But won't be surprised to see STA get the top spot. As far as who gets left out. Of the six teams as much as I hate to admit...Central. Just looking how loaded the other teams are, not saying Central isn't loaded either but if I compare the other polls, Central is ranked lower than all six left.

After comparing the two other national polls that are out, I'm a bit concerned about Central making top 5.I totally forgot about Cedar Hill. So you have six teams: STA, BG, IMG, Greyson, Central, and CHill vying for five remaining spots. Who gets left out?

You're putting way to much emphasis on this. It's just on factor for preseason ranking. Not everything. Returning starters, transfers, etc. all play a part in it.

For preseason positioning it's a factor.

They dropped in every poll after that loss. Putting polls together are not needed for spring games. Waaay too early. But again whenever you take the field you're evaluated in some way.

Look at the link I just posted and you will see it's not just Dallas Jackson.

It's not just Dallas Jackson. See the link I just posted to further my point.

Computer vs Human poll. Notice the poll below is the first poll after KOC weekend. Notice where IMG was before and where they were after. Don't tell me preseason doesn't count. http://www.maxpreps.com/m/article.aspx?articleid=9c310f12-a757-46d2-a733-10a92c5b99c2

I have had numerous conversations with the former high school football editor at Maxpreps along with Dallas Jackson and Jim Halley of USA today himself. Spring games are taken into account as well. That’s one of the criteria for ranking most teams in the preseason along with other factors.

Yes that was the case and we both know Greenwood, IN wouldn't last 1 qtr with Central, but it is what it is. No two polls will ever be the same and you're not going to please everyone.

James is absolutely correct. Although it's considered a preseason game and doesn't count on the W-L record it has been confirmed by multiple media outlets that you are evaluated every time you take the field.

It might be.

Yes they will. Two top 6 teams to began. Can you imagine them winning both those games, then potential top 5 game vs MC? Wow!

Yes I just posted a similar story. Surprised to see BTW that high. But USA today is known for their shocking rankings.

USA today is down to their final 5 preseason teams. Who do you think will get those spots? My guess in no particular order: STA, BG, IMG, Greyson Ga., Miami Central. The final 5 teams won't be released until tomorrow night starting at 10 pm EST. Here the link: http://usatodayhss.com/2016/meet-the-2016-super-25-preseason-football-teams

As old saying goes...Watch what you ask for, cuz you just might get it!

I can definitely appreciate what's going on right now. When I was in school, it wasn't pretty on 95th street. One playoff appearance in four years.

Offense should be the strength of the team.

We good fam! Best of luck this season.