jgking83

This game reminded me of the Apopka game from a couple years ago. HT was able to do whatever they wanted and we failed to adjust. I noticed against Armwood that when they committed to run the ball, they did so at will. Manatee has an outstanding offense, and that will be enough to win their district, but if they can't stop the run and pressure the QB they will make an early exit from the playoffs. That said, HT has the best high school offense I have seen in a very long time. They executed to perfection. Their offensive line is very big and moved well. They have outstanding talent all over the field. The QB is excellent. The way they executed reminded me of Aquinas. Very well coached on that side of the ball.

AJ had been fully cleared to play. If there was a significant concern they would not have played him. They tested him and he had no issues. If he was gimpy at any point they would have pulled him. It's a moot point because he is fine and he played very well. Tarique Milton would do just fine at the QB position if he had to play there. He can throw the ball. The more he runs the offense the better he would execute it. Thankfully Manatee will get to utilize his talent on the outside because they have a talented QB in Colagiovanni. This football team has the potential to win the whole thing. It's going to be a very difficult task, but they have the pieces to do it. Having a tough schedule will have them prepared to face the difficult 8A playoffs.

Armwood is a very good football team. They will be tough to beat this year once they clean some things up offensively and on special teams. The junior QB they have is going to be a great player, but I think they should commit to pounding the rock. They have a giant offensive line and two D1 RBs. That should be their calling card. I think the story in this game is how well Manatee played up front. They are smaller than usual on the offensive line, but those kids are strong and athletic. They opened up lanes for Josh Booker, a junior RB, who is a 215lb bruiser at RB for the Canes. Plenty of weapons on the outside for Manatee as well. Should be a fun season for the Hurricanes. The sky is the limit.

Is he committed anywhere yet?

Manatee 28 Armwood 19

How about those Canes! Armwood is loaded. They have some work to do to clean up a few things, but that football team is extremely talented. Manatee surprised me with their play up front, especially on offense. Looking forward to watching these teams develop over the season!