Week Nine Predictions, Prospects to Watch and X-Factors

<p>Two weeks remain! In these weekly reports, we will predict a game in every classification. We will highlight multiple prospects to watch. We will also identify a couple of X-Factors that players could utilize to bring their team over the top.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Predictions:</h2>   <p>7A: Conway over Little Rock Christian</p>   <p>6A: Siloam Springs over Russellville</p>   <p>5A: Lakeside over Little Rock Parkview</p>   <p>4A: Monticello over Crossett</p>   <p>3A: Charleston over Booneville</p>   <p>2A: Hector over Conway Christian</p>   <p><strong><em>Edwards 2025 Record: </em></strong>41-13</p>   <p><em>Week Eight Result: </em>4-2</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prospects to Watch:</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1324992' first='Cayden' last='Dye'] is coming off a dominant week against Har-Ber. He racked in nine tackles, four pressures, three tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks. Dye is stout at the point of attack, clogging up gaps and making plays at the LOS. He also displays his strong upper and lower body strength to drive and pressure the quarterback.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 4.0 GPA</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/CaydenDye/status/1982836824956407977 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1864245' first='Tylen' last='Laycock'] just received his first off from Bethel on October 24. Laycock is a lengthy target who attacks the short-to-intermediate levels of the field efficiently. He displays solid hand-eye coordination and body control, allowing him to adjust mid-route. Keep an eye on him.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 3.9 GPA</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/Tylen_Laycock/status/1981834168381460929 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1987474' first='Ty' last='Rhodes'] is a relentless edge rusher who consistently creates havoc in the backfield. He displays solid upfield burst off the snap, showcasing his quickness and ability to bend around the arc to sack or pressure the quarterback. Rhodes plays with a high motor, often chasing down ball carriers. </p>   <p>Note - 3.5 GPA</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/Ty_rhodes86/status/1979736587098632587 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">X-Factors:</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='424570' first='Trevion' last='Greer'] is a level talent at the running back position. <strong><em>His X-Factor is his athletic ability</em></strong>. Greer displays good lateral quickness and footwork to navigate through traffic and early penetration. He shows patience and solid post-snap vision, allowing him to read and find running lanes effectively. He's also a physical prospect on the defensive side of the football. Last week, he rushed 21 times for 112 yards and one touchdown. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.2 GPA</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/TreTheTrain7/status/1982164118791454725 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1627941' first='Blake' last='Forsgren'] is an underrated quarterback prospect. <strong><em>His X-Factor is his quick release</em></strong>. Forsgren can get the ball out quickly in all phases and dissect zone defenses. He can recognize pressure effectively and evade it while keeping his eyes downfield. Forsgren displays solid ball placement near the boundary when attacking the short to intermediate levels of the field. Add him to your recruiting board. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 3.6 GPA</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/BlakeForsgren5/status/1982105966801035576 </div></figure>

Two weeks remain! In these weekly reports, we will predict a game in every classification. We will highlight multiple prospects to watch. We will also identify a couple of X-Factors that players could utilize to bring their team over the top.