Nigel Dula will be the difference makerIt’s going to be the game of the year inside of Burke county. Eb runs the ball really well and their defense is stout. Draughn has a really good passing game as well as a very tall and Athletic QB. Draughns RB didn’t play last year in the matchup that EB won in the thriller.
The winner of this game will be the team that makes the most plays. For Draughn to win they have to stop EBs run game. For EB to win they have to stop Draughns passing game and the athletes they have in the backfield.
My guess:
+/- 7 points either way
Best in Burke Showdown
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