#PRZTN Game of the Week: Franklin at Ravenwood

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How about a Friday night showdown between Franklin and Ravenwood for our game of the week? This week, the Admirals and Raptors will battle it out as I'm expecting a large crowd and electric atmosphere in Brentwood tomorrow evening. Learn more about both teams w/ our game preview.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>When:&nbsp;</strong>Friday, Oct. 18</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Where:&nbsp;</strong>Ravenwood High School (Williamson Co.)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Time:&nbsp;</strong>7:00 pm Kickoff</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Coverage:&nbsp;</strong>@drew_toennies @FHSAdmiralsFB @wcsRHSfootball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Players to Watch</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["219435"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67114df684ef5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In the first place spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='219435' first='Ben' last='Hubbard'], a wide receiver at Ravenwood High School. On top of outstanding breakaway speed and catching ability, I like how Hubbard can juke out the defense and push into enemy territory. I also like how Hubbard can quickly stun defenders in the endzone and get wide open for the touchdown pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/15493376/6509c61cdfd893088c349064">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["820942"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67114c86d4926"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='820942' first='Donovan' last='Starr'], a defensive back at Ravenwood High School. Starr impresses me with his ability to read the offense like a book and quickly blast defenders to the ground after the catch. I also like how Starr can expect the pass and get in prime position for the interception, showcasing his ability to be disruptive on the defensive side of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/16555468/66f3c1ee1a7d4709840b25c3">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402540"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ebf16a5275"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claiming the number three spot on my list of playmakers is [player_tooltip player_id='402540' first='Femi' last='Babalola'], a quarterback at Ravenwood High School. Babalola stands out at the helm of the offense due to his multi-faceted playstyle and ability to adapt under pressure. I like how Babalola can complete the deep pass and outmaneuver the defense on the ground with ease.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17916391/6522139fd45e6c05487049db">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["219353"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67114c07c05c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another skilled prospect to watch for is [player_tooltip player_id='219353' first='Lane' last='Sumerel'], a linebacker at Ravenwood High School. Sumerel impresses me with his ability to consistently apply pressure on the quarterback, proving he can sack the gunslinger and shut down production in the air. I also like how Sumerel can spot players in the pocket, showing off his ability to make quick stops in crucial moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/16555408/65604337d45eb80bfc4cec24">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["501903"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-670ebfc7e2479"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coming in at number five on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='501903' first='Aiden' last='Elmore'], a defensive lineman/linebacker at Franklin High School. Elmore catches my attention with his excellent size, speed and strength at the line of scrimmage, proving he can spot the quick handoff and push the offense backwards. I also like how Elmore can use bursts of speed to catch the rush in the pocket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/14931458/64f7d3cbb01a1f08b458d1b7">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1286277"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67114ee1a4668"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Also worth mentioning is [player_tooltip player_id='1286277' first='Sean' last='Gaca'], a defensive back at Franklin High School. Gaca has made his presence known both offensively and defensively this season, proving he can run in the touchdown from a few yards out and make big defensive stops. I also like how Gaca can read the offense like a book and lock down receivers down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/13324943/653f14395b3cca0de8621621">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Brewer Wilson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"155","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2409","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Franklin","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67115db654930"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another offensive weapon to watch is Brewer Wilson, a quarterback at Franklin High School. Wilson catches my attention with his smart decision-making and ability to adapt under pressure. I also like Wilson's strong passing, showing off his ability to connect with his receivers in stride from anywhere on the field. I also like how Wilson can escape defenders on the ground, proving he can punch into enemy territory himself.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/v/2QEPWX">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Game Prediction</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'm expecting a close contest through four quarters as both Franklin and Ravenwood have made their presence known both offensively and defensively this season. I believe this year's matchup between the Admirals and the Raptors will be different from last year as Ravenwood won over Franklin 41-28 last season. Franklin is a much better ball club this season as Brewer Wilson and Franklin's offense have showcased their ability to consistently put points on the scoreboard and overwhelm their opponent. I also like the Admirals' defense as playmakers such as [player_tooltip player_id='501903' first='Aiden' last='Elmore'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1286277' first='Sean' last='Gaca'] have impressed me. The home team also has some outstanding players like [player_tooltip player_id='402540' first='Femi' last='Babalola'], who has made a considerable difference both on the ground and in the air this year. Franklin's defense will definitely need to keep [player_tooltip player_id='219435' first='Ben' last='Hubbard'] in check as the MTSU commit has showcased his ability to break free from the defense and haul in the deep pass in crucial third-down situations. The Admirals' offense will also need to lock down [player_tooltip player_id='820942' first='Donovan' last='Starr'], who has been extremely disruptive defensively this season. Another defensive prospect on Ravenwood's roster to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='219353' first='Lane' last='Sumerel'], a solid linebacker with the ability to shut down ground production and apply pressure every snap. I'm predicting a close game in the first two quarters of action as both defensive units will keep the opposition out of the endzone. In the second half, I predict that Ravenwood will pull away from the Admirals, recording a 21-14 victory over Franklin.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Score: <strong>Ravenwood 21 Franklin 14</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->