5-1 Portsmouth vs 6-0 Fairland

[RJShifko]

If I am Fairland. Here is my approach this week. I come out and line up in a 5-3 with corners playing pressed man and a safety on the roof. I challenge Portsmouth and commit to stopping the run. My safety is coming down hill and playing in the box. I am taking my 9 inside the box and challenging Portsmouth. I don’t think Portsmouth can hurt Fairland passing and I am approaching it saying we believe in our 9 more than your 9. I believe with the corners Fairland have that them playing pressed man there is no way Portsmouth hurts them with the pass. If they do go to the air I think the advantage really goes to Fairland.

This is easily the biggest OVC game of the year and both teams will be excited to show they are the best team in the OVC.

[Nicknevada86]

Phs 35-34

[Mc1196]

If I am Fairland. Here is my approach this week. I come out and line up in a 5-3 with corners playing pressed man and a safety on the roof. I challenge Portsmouth and commit to stopping the run. My safety is coming down hill and playing in the box. I am taking my 9 inside the box and challenging Portsmouth. I don’t think Portsmouth can hurt Fairland passing and I am approaching it saying we believe in our 9 more than your 9. I believe with the corners Fairland have that them playing pressed man there is no way Portsmouth hurts them with the pass. If they do go to the air I think the advantage really goes to Fairland.

This is easily the biggest OVC game of the year and both teams will be excited to show they are the best team in the OVC.

Absolutely agree 100%

[PTrojan59]

The last time these 2 met Portsmouth ran for 520 yards, they ran for 726 yards between 2 games against Fairland last year. Now I know that was last year, both teams are different and seem improved, but they couldn’t stop the run last year, time to see if they can stop it this year because it’s a lot of the same kids out there, for both teams. Big game, likely for the OVC, homecoming for Portsmouth. Time to see what you’re made of boys. Expecting a big crowd Friday night!

[RJShifko]

The last time these 2 met Portsmouth ran for 520 yards, they ran for 726 yards between 2 games against Fairland last year. Now I know that was last year, both teams are different and seem improved, but they couldn’t stop the run last year, time to see if they can stop it this year because it’s a lot of the same kids out there, for both teams. Big game, likely for the OVC, homecoming for Portsmouth. Time to see what you’re made of boys. Expecting a big crowd Friday night!

They played 2 great games last year but Portsmouth running for 726 yards in 2 games is mindblowing. Even in the loss Portsmouth ran for 200 plus. Fairland has to know that Portsmouth is going to line up and get the ball to Heiland coming downhill and run the power- then they are going to come back off it with the counter- come at it with a outside sweep on occasion. If they motion they are most likely running behind the motion. Portsmouth very clearly found something in the Fairland run defense last year. 500 plus yards on the ground last year in the playoffs was a statement . As I said earlier Fairland has to make a change to the defensive scheme this week or they will have a tough time stopping the Portsmouth running game 700 plus yards last year is a sign that they have found something they like to do to attack the defense. Should be a fun game

[PTrojan59]

The last time these 2 met Portsmouth ran for 520 yards, they ran for 726 yards between 2 games against Fairland last year. Now I know that was last year, both teams are different and seem improved, but they couldn’t stop the run last year, time to see if they can stop it this year because it’s a lot of the same kids out there, for both teams. Big game, likely for the OVC, homecoming for Portsmouth. Time to see what you’re made of boys. Expecting a big crowd Friday night!

They played 2 great games last year but Portsmouth running for 726 yards in 2 games is mindblowing. Even in the loss Portsmouth ran for 200 plus. Fairland has to know that Portsmouth is going to line up and get the ball to Heiland coming downhill and run the power- then they are going to come back off it with the counter- come at it with a outside sweep on occasion. If they motion they are most likely running behind the motion. Portsmouth very clearly found something in the Fairland run defense last year. 500 plus yards on the ground last year in the playoffs was a statement . As I said earlier Fairland has to make a change to the defensive scheme this week or they will have a tough time stopping the Portsmouth running game 700 plus yards last year is a sign that they have found something they like to do to attack the defense. Should be a fun game

Agree, good post.Heiland went wild in that playoff game, but you can’t just rely on him. JT Williams has been really good from the QB spot this year, rushing for quite a bit. He will need to take some of the load off Heiland. For what it’s worth I think Fairland will play much better against the run this game, so Portsmouth will need to be able to throw it.

[Mrfootball365]

If the Trojans can’t Match scores with them it will get ugly.

[KMG365]

This game and a win could go a long way in establishing Fairland’s credibility.

[RJShifko]

Exactly right Williams has been playing at a solid level controlling the offense. If I am Portsmouth to get some passing game I am not going out 4 wides and trying to out athlete Fairland. Portsmouth needs to be able to tag some play action off run and pair it with some simple reads flood zones and give Williams options. Give him the option with a deep shot and real simple even leaving read with an outside playmaker you like the match up you like the route give him a shot 20-25 yards down field throw the ball outside the numbers and in fromt of the sideline don’t leave the ball in the middle of the field Fairland will make plays on the ball this secondary is skilled, after the deep shot give him some kind of middle read utilizing the curls-outs- even quick corners between the safety and over the corner and his quick check off flat routes or 3 step quick game routes make Fairland have to defend you at 3 levels off the play action or off the passing game. If Portsmouth is unable to throw the football Fairland can pin their ears back and really push hard to blow up the run. If I am Fairland my goal is to make Portsmouth one dimensional knowing that they want to run the ball. I challenge my front 7-8 and tell them this is your chance. I really like the way that Cremeans-Callicoat and crew all tackle they get down hill fast and wrap up you can see the wrestlers knowing how to use leverage and tackle a strong runner like Heiland. For Fairland the message would be simple I would remind them you gave up 500 yards rushing in a playoff game how do you want to write your story this year.

This game is fun. Hopefully we keep talking football on here leading up to this game.

[HS Fball Fan]

Portsmouth last year punched Fairland in the mouth and they had no answers. The Creameans and Callicoat kid you speak of, were they a part the defense last year? Fairland is too soft up front and at the LB position to win this game. Everyone/anyone remember what happened to Fairland the last time they came to Portsmouth. They were a heavy favorite and got embarrassed. I see the same thing happening this year. Portsmouth runs wild in this one. OVC race will be over by halftime.

Exactly right Williams has been playing at a solid level controlling the offense. If I am Portsmouth to get some passing game I am not going out 4 wides and trying to out athlete Fairland. Portsmouth needs to be able to tag some play action off run and pair it with some simple reads flood zones and give Williams options. Give him the option with a deep shot and real simple even leaving read with an outside playmaker you like the match up you like the route give him a shot 20-25 yards down field throw the ball outside the numbers and in fromt of the sideline don’t leave the ball in the middle of the field Fairland will make plays on the ball this secondary is skilled, after the deep shot give him some kind of middle read utilizing the curls-outs- even quick corners between the safety and over the corner and his quick check off flat routes or 3 step quick game routes make Fairland have to defend you at 3 levels off the play action or off the passing game. If Portsmouth is unable to throw the football Fairland can pin their ears back and really push hard to blow up the run. If I am Fairland my goal is to make Portsmouth one dimensional knowing that they want to run the ball. I challenge my front 7-8 and tell them this is your chance. I really like the way that Cremeans-Callicoat and crew all tackle they get down hill fast and wrap up you can see the wrestlers knowing how to use leverage and tackle a strong runner like Heiland. For Fairland the message would be simple I would remind them you gave up 500 yards rushing in a playoff game how do you want to write your story this year.

This game is fun. Hopefully we keep talking football on here leading up to this game.

[trojandave]

Not only is this the biggest game of the year in the OVC, for the winner it will go a long way to having a home playoff game. Fairland currently 3rd, Portsmouth 7th in Region 19. I agree with the above posters in that the Trojans are going to have to be able to hit some passes. The Dragons feature once again a prolific offense, but the Trojan stop troops have played very well this season, with the exception of only 1 game vs. Greenup County.

[BuckeyeBlood]

Portsmouth can and should utilize Heiland out of the backfield more. Throw him some screens, or short outs. Also like when they get Brooks involved, he’s got great hands.

[Jawnjkang98]

They are resting them for my tigers next week

2nd time this week a seo person "heard" something & when asked "where did ya hear it" they always go silent. And its always a new poster. Lmao.

Why does it matter where he heard it and what makes you privy to that information? Why can’t you use the word you instead of ya? And what is so funny that you would laugh your *ss off about what he posted?

I regularly laugh at you yokal seo locals. Cornball city. Buncha lil rats always "hearing" about somebody else. Lmao

[trips_Y_slot]

2nd time this week a seo person "heard" something & when asked "where did ya hear it" they always go silent. And its always a new poster. Lmao.

Why does it matter where he heard it and what makes you privy to that information? Why can’t you use the word you instead of ya? And what is so funny that you would laugh your *ss off about what he posted?

I regularly laugh at you yokal seo locals. Cornball city. Buncha lil rats always "hearing" about somebody else. Lmao

For someone who is much smarter than us SEO folk, you should probably check your grammar. I believe the word you are looking for is yokel.

[Dragon551990]

Fairland is banged up at the moment. I do know a few starters have sat out of practice yesterday. I wish this game was a few weeks later.

[BuckeyeBlood]

Fairland is banged up at the moment. I do know a few starters have sat out of practice yesterday. I wish this game was a few weeks later.

I do as well, I won’t name the player as I don’t want to spread info around, and there’s a chance he might still play. But I do know a Portsmouth player who touches the ball a bit and plays both sides of the ball is nursing a pretty serious injury. Happened last week in the Chesapeake game, thankfully it was a blowout so he was able to rest, hasn’t practiced this week though unfortunately.

[wobycat]

I’m taking p town

[WrestlingFootball]

Fairland got up on them the first game and Portsmouth tried to throw the ball to catch up. That didn’t go good as Fairland picked off two interceptions in the second half. Then in the playoff game they stuck to what they do best and ran the ball even though they were down. Fairland is better this year on both sides of the ball. The D line are making tackles at the line of scrimmage. If Portsmouth has to start throwing the ball it could get ugly because the secondary for Fairland is way better this year. I hope for a good exciting game with Fairland getting the win!

[packers80]

Dragons by a couple TD's. Good luck to both squads.

[BuckeyeBlood]

Fairland got up on them the first game and Portsmouth tried to throw the ball to catch up. That didn’t go good as Fairland picked off two interceptions in the second half. Then in the playoff game they stuck to what they do best and ran the ball even though they were down. Fairland is better this year on both sides of the ball. The D line are making tackles at the line of scrimmage. If Portsmouth has to start throwing the ball it could get ugly because the secondary for Fairland is way better this year. I hope for a good exciting game with Fairland getting the win!

Portsmouth actually led 19-14 at half in the regular season meeting. Got the ball to start the second half, ate up 6 minutes of the quarter and failed to convert a 4th and 4. Fairland took over from there and scored on a long pass play. Then the route was on. Had Portsmouth converted that that 4th and 4 we may have seen a different ball game. You say that the Fairland defensive line is better this year, well I sure hope so. Giving up 700+ yards on the ground to Portsmouth in 2 games last year is bad. Guess we shall see tomorrow…