[cattrain]

Well, let's get this one going. Who do you think will win? Why? I'm hoping the Kenton Wildcats can break this streak and win this year. They certainly have the talent and coaching staff. Can't wait to see what people have to say about this one.....

[Lancer '65]

Coldwater will be playing with a lot of emotion. Never under-estimate the Cavaliers. Kenton probably has their best team ever. It's a game that every red-blooded football fan would want to see. I'm going to wait to predict. I'm just not sure right now.

[WestOhioFBFan]

Here's a ML fan rooting for Coldwater. Go MAC!

[Hog Heaven]

Not sure why after losing like 9 starters on D that everyone seems to think Kenton will have their best team ever?

[Eric Frantz]

I think this is where I am going to end up Week 1....

[wilco98]

I'm not making a prediction either. It'll probably be a very emotional game for the Cavs, their first without Coach Reed on the sidelines in 15 years. There's a decent core coming back for the Orange and Black, but replacing Wenning at QB won't be easy, and I know the two options Coach Otten is looking at are rather green at the varsity level. Bettinger is less so, but he really didn't impress me too much when he saw mop-up action last season.

Having the experience of Rammel, Schoenherr, Wermert, and Klenke coming back will definitely be an asset for the Cavs, and the young men who saw varsity action last season in a backup role will provide depth. Hopefully, things can gel and the Cavs can win this one.

GO CAVS!!!!

[ex_dc_atc]

I have a few opinions on this game. For Kenton, this will be their best opportunity to beat Coldwater in recent memory. Mauk is an exceptional QB and will bring more experience as a junior. Kenton's success in this game will be determined on the offensive and defensive lines of scrimmage. If Kenton can give Mauk time, he can find open targets. On the defensive side, the Wildcats will need to pressure the new QB of the Cavs. Although Mauk is the star, I think the game will be decided in the trenches.

As far as the Cavs, as Wilco said, this will be an emotional game. Coldwater has owned this rivalry in the past and they'll want to win their first game without Coach Reed. Replacing Wenning will be difficult. He was the bulk of the offense, both passing and rushing. In my opinion, Coldwater needed a better ground game last season, they were very one dimensional. Not having Wenning may push the Cavs back to a more balanced attack. Coldwater does bring back a good bit of talent and should have a solid defensive front.

It's hard for me to pick against Coldwater in a game where they'll be wanting to honor Coach Reed. I realize that Kenton has an outstanding offense but I question their defense against physical teams. With that said, I'll make a prediction later on but I'm leaning towards Kenton by 7.

[wls_color]

Kenton 35
Coldwater 28

Matty Mauk is the best QB in the state. And he's only a Junior. Kenton will be back on top and in State Championship form this year. Then again, Coldwater always is.....

[90wreck]

Kenton by 11
Wishing CW well, it will be an emotional game with both teams playing harder than they ever have. It is a must win for both teams.

[GreatRedskin]

Originally Posted by wls_color

Kenton 35
Coldwater 28

Matty Mauk is the best QB in the state. And he's only a Junior. Kenton will be back on top and in State Championship form this year. Then again, Coldwater always is.....

Sorry to burst your buble but Braxton Miller is the best QB in the state. Maybe Maty can claim that next year.

I will pick Kenton in a close one this year. They are due for a win. If their D can at least do the bare minimum they should be heading to a state title..

[kwdtn89]

Originally Posted by GreatRedskin

Sorry to burst your buble but Braxton Miller is the best QB in the state. Maybe Maty can claim that next year.

I will pick Kenton in a close one this year. They are due for a win. If their D can at least do the bare minimum they should be heading to a state title..

I have seen both QB's play and I will say that Braxton is more athletic but Maty has the better arm and more accurate too.

[wls_color]

^^^
What he said. I don't care what Rivals.com says....I would take Maty to lead my team over Miller any day of the week.

[mlisi39]

I'd rather have Mauk with the game on the line, but that is more of a style preference than anything else.

[ex_dc_atc]

I would rather have Braxton. He can read defenses and uses his progressions well. I think he's more developed than Mauk playing in the style of offense that he does. Mauk's a great QB as well but I think OSU recruited the better QB.

[wls_color]

Word on the street is Mauk is going to Notre Dame (big Kelly fan). That is probably a really good fit for him.

[Freak On A Leash]

Mauk is a Notre Dame type QB, Miller is an OSU type QB-very, very athletic. I can't wait to see if Mauk will be offered by ND. That could be a very good fit for him and for ND. Kelly should work magic there.

[kwildcatsfball]

Originally Posted by Freak On A Leash

Mauk is a Notre Dame type QB, Miller is an OSU type QB-very, very athletic. I can't wait to see if Mauk will be offered by ND. That could be a very good fit for him and for ND. Kelly should work magic there.

Mauk already has a ND offer.

[Freak On A Leash]

Originally Posted by kwildcatsfball

Mauk already has a ND offer.

Seems to me that Rhino hit the nail on the head but that kid must be something special. Kelly is a great coach and he will do wonders with ND, so Mauk will be his building block QB? That is impressive to say the very least. You have to put them in the top 3 in D4 if they can work out the defensive issues. Expect high numbers in their games.
Coldwater will never be the same without their coach. Wish you guys all the best in your healing.

[MACster]

Originally Posted by Freak On A Leash

Coldwater will never be the same without their coach. Wish you guys all the best in your healing.

Disagree. Chip Otten has been in the program long enough, not much will change compared to Reeds game plan and Otten's game plan. Chip knows how to get the best out of his kids, just like Reed did.

[coke72]

Originally Posted by MACster

Disagree. Chip Otten has been in the program long enough, not much will change compared to Reeds game plan and Otten's game plan. Chip knows how to get the best out of his kids, just like Reed did.

First off, I saw Freak's clarification on his post.

Just wanted to add about the overview on Coach Otten.

I grew up in Coldwater watching him play for the Cavaliers. I followed his career in College as he went to BG and overcame the assumptions about his lack of size. He played with Big Heart and a desire to succeed. During the NFL strike, they started broadcasting even small college games. BG vs Miami in Miami's then new stadium. Chip was all over the field. He returned kicks, lined up at receiver, RB and was one of the reasons BG won the game. He earned the nickname Little Big Man.

My first College O line coach went on to coach HS FB with Chip in Middletown. Years later, he kept telling me how great it was to work with him.

In short, I feel it is appropriate that Coach Otten assumes the reins at Coldwater and it is well deserved. I wish it were under different circumstances. If he can instill this approach to the game within his players along with the passion of the rest of the coaching staff, I feel he will enjoy success.

I think the Cavs will be ready to play and prepared for the Kenton attack.

I wish Coach Otten and the Cavs all the success in the world.

Go Cavs!!! Beat the Wildcats!!