Andrew Tie
Just a quick preview for the game today at 5 PM in Shreveport, LA. Here's what to watch for.
For the Tar Heels, watch out for WR Dwight Jones, LB Zach Brown, S Tre Boston and K Thomas Moore. Being his last game, I expect Jones to be ready for the challenge. He should have a last game that mirrors Hakeem Nicks's last game as a Tar Heel a few years ago. If Jones gets over 100 yards and multiple touchdowns, don't be surprised. Brown has been unstoppable this year as the leading tackler for the Heels. Boston leads the team with three interceptions on the season, and I expect him to be a ballhawk today. He played better toward the end of the season, so I'm expecting that to continue today. Moore is a wildcard. With the weather forecast predicting rain, Moore might have more trouble hitting field goals, and those kicks could be crucial in determining the outcome.
For the Tigers, watch out for QB James Franklin. Franklin leads the Tigers's high-octane spread offense, and as a dual-threat quarterback, the Heels must focus on making him one dimensional if they want to win. Franklin has 33 total touchdowns on the season and could be absolutely lethal. Given the Heels's history of struggling with dual-threat quarterbacks like Russell Wilson, Franklin could be a nightmare. Though the Tigers spread out the defense, they still run a lot. The Heels haven't been as strong against the run as they should have been this whole season, so if they need to limit Franklin on the ground.
I'll be back for some post-game analysis on this game. Though I'm a little biased, I do think the Heels have a good shot, but it'll be close.
Tar Heels 28
Tigers 24
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