I posted this on another thread but thought my initial breakdown on the two teams and the game would be relevant here.
First, let me say that I love the Bells and how they play. In the two games that I saw that were extremely efficient using the run and could pass when they needed to. I thought their speed helped a lot, but the speed did not seem over and above what I have seen in the SFL from about 4 teams. With that said, I really liked their QB, Martig, and how he ran that offense. They will score some points on Folsom, that is for sure.
Folsom has the best offensive line around, anchored by Jonah Williams (Full ride to Alabama) and Kooper Richardson. I think the fact that a CA kid from Folsom was recruited by old Sabey Sabes says it all about this guy. He is a monster and moves mountains. Folsom's RB's are solid and can be dynamic at times with Tre Green and Roger Neal. The real catalyst on offense is Jake Jeffrey who is a dual threat QB that can kill you with his legs and throw the ball 60 yards in the air. If the Bells cannot contain Jake Jeffrey, it will be a long night. The offense is not the "high powered 60 point a night offense" that it was last year. They rely on running the ball, controlling the clock, and setting up the big play. They can also score in bunches when they have to. I think what most people don't realize about Folsom is how their physical play wears teams down in the 4th quarter. It has happened all year. The Dogs have been in many dog fights until the 4th quarter when their offense and defensive lines finally take over the opposing team.
Folsom plays in arguably the best league in Northern California, where nearly every game is a flat out war. Most teams are not ready for that kind of grind...Especially the physical part. Folsom is battle tested and extremely resilient. You have to remember that this team has not lost a game in over 2 years. The Bells will have their hands full with the Dogs on Friday night.
Now, from what I saw with the Bells during the two games I saw, they should have success running the ball on Folsom. The problem will be if they cannot run the ball and are forced to pass. If this happens, it could get ugly. If the Bells can run the ball effectively, this game will be an absolute barn burner. If Martig gets going and can wear down that Folsom defensive line, they could be in a good position, come the 4th quarter. I also believe weather will play a factor in this game. If it is really nasty, I think that will favor the Bells and their ball control offense. I think if the weather is decent, it will favor Folsom with their all around offensive attack. The good news is the game is on turf and not on sloppy wet grass. I think this benefits both teams.
God Bless.
Pete
First, let me say that I love the Bells and how they play. In the two games that I saw that were extremely efficient using the run and could pass when they needed to. I thought their speed helped a lot, but the speed did not seem over and above what I have seen in the SFL from about 4 teams. With that said, I really liked their QB, Martig, and how he ran that offense. They will score some points on Folsom, that is for sure.
Folsom has the best offensive line around, anchored by Jonah Williams (Full ride to Alabama) and Kooper Richardson. I think the fact that a CA kid from Folsom was recruited by old Sabey Sabes says it all about this guy. He is a monster and moves mountains. Folsom's RB's are solid and can be dynamic at times with Tre Green and Roger Neal. The real catalyst on offense is Jake Jeffrey who is a dual threat QB that can kill you with his legs and throw the ball 60 yards in the air. If the Bells cannot contain Jake Jeffrey, it will be a long night. The offense is not the "high powered 60 point a night offense" that it was last year. They rely on running the ball, controlling the clock, and setting up the big play. They can also score in bunches when they have to. I think what most people don't realize about Folsom is how their physical play wears teams down in the 4th quarter. It has happened all year. The Dogs have been in many dog fights until the 4th quarter when their offense and defensive lines finally take over the opposing team.
Folsom plays in arguably the best league in Northern California, where nearly every game is a flat out war. Most teams are not ready for that kind of grind...Especially the physical part. Folsom is battle tested and extremely resilient. You have to remember that this team has not lost a game in over 2 years. The Bells will have their hands full with the Dogs on Friday night.
Now, from what I saw with the Bells during the two games I saw, they should have success running the ball on Folsom. The problem will be if they cannot run the ball and are forced to pass. If this happens, it could get ugly. If the Bells can run the ball effectively, this game will be an absolute barn burner. If Martig gets going and can wear down that Folsom defensive line, they could be in a good position, come the 4th quarter. I also believe weather will play a factor in this game. If it is really nasty, I think that will favor the Bells and their ball control offense. I think if the weather is decent, it will favor Folsom with their all around offensive attack. The good news is the game is on turf and not on sloppy wet grass. I think this benefits both teams.
God Bless.
Pete
