Prime Time Preview: North Crowley vs. Denton Guyer

<p>We have a big one coming out of the Metroplex this Friday night as the Lions (1-1) look to maintain positive momentum as they play host to the scorching hot Panthers (2-0). There will be star-studded talent from all classifications everywhere on the field in this heavyweight matchup. Starting with the away squad, let's check out three high-impact players for this sure-to-be classic under the lights. </p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">North Crowley</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">The best pocket protector in the state and maybe even the nation, Turntine has looked polished as ever to start his senior campaign. His technique has continued to progress and looks ready for college ball. John's prototype frame for the position, combined with a unique combo of great power and agility, has led to the development of an elite left tackle. With his control in the run game looking strong so far this season, Turntine looks ready to plug in to the Longhorns' offensive line next season. Pressure will be hard to come by from the left side on Friday night.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most electrifying sophomores across the nation, after picking up a USC offer this past weekend, expect a big outing from Mays on Friday. While he didn't necessarily stuff the stat sheet last week against DeSoto, he did reel in a difficult deep ball down the sideline and just missed getting a phenomenal touchdown catch in bounds. With productive pieces around him, expect Mays to use his explosiveness and keen route tree to find holes in the Lions' defense.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Champfa6ix/status/1965225172383998216 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">The senior leader of the Panthers' secondary, Bradshaw, lines up at the free safety position and flies around with stellar instincts and downhill speed. He excels at playing the deep part of the field, showcasing sideline-to-sideline quickness and great ball skills. Aaron's best trait is his ability to seemingly shoot out of a cannon and annihilate plays before they take off. The dynamic DB will look to lock down the deep ball and make plays all over the field Friday night. He's committed his talents to the Texas Tech Red Raiders following his senior year.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Aaron26Bradshaw/status/1961808711820693856 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Denton Guyer</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">A dog on both sides of the ball, Cobbs is a versatile and powerful playmaker as a linebacker and running back. Playing with a strong, lengthy frame, Cobbs possesses great body control and pad level on both sides. Kaedyn runs with great footwork and contact balance out of the backfield, toting the rock with pristine vision and intentional cuts. Defensively, he is a Swiss Army knife that has the ability to explode off the edge, play the box, or even drop back in coverage. After over 100 rushing yards and 3 tackles last week, the Illinois commit will be key for the Lions on both sides of this battle.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/victoryplustv/status/1961616720809902543 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">One of the most exciting defensive juniors in the state, Rowe is a menacing figure off the edge with great technique and dominant power. Zane plays with a high motor and thrives at using his length and hands to make plays everywhere around the line of scrimmage. He lives in the backfield with violence striking out of his hips and the bend to finish sacks and TFLs. Rowe also possesses great short-area quickness, which he uses to make plays from the edge to the sideline. The explosive edge rusher forced a fumble last week and will look to provide more game-changing plays tomorrow night. He holds offers from a long list of P4 schools, such as Ohio State, Ole Miss, and Georgia.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">What's better than having an elite edge rusher? Lining him up next to an elite defensive lineman. That is what the Lions have in their other star junior, Haywood. Khyren plays the position with great athleticism and change of direction. He thrives at striking with violent hands at the point of attack and possesses the agility and footwork to recover inside or out. Expect the run-stopping side of this bully-ball duo to give the Panthers a lot of interior trouble on Friday. Haywood has received offers from big-time programs such as Texas, USC, and Oregon.</p>

We have a big one coming out of the Metroplex this Friday night as the Lions (1-1) look to maintain positive momentum as they play host to the scorching hot Panthers (2-0). There will be star-studded talent from all classifications everywhere on the field in this heavyweight matchup. Starting with the away squad, let's check out three high-impact players for this sure-to-be classic under the lights.