Region 1 GOTW: Argyle vs. Graham

[SHSBulldog00]

I expect a lot of talking in this thread. Surprised one of you hadn't started this thread yet.

[Celina8]

I am actually picking Graham this week as a tough football schedule finally takes its toll on Argyle this week. Graham has a very strong passing attack and mixes it with a good running game. This will be a close game and Argyle will again lean heavy on Raulerson to wear down the Graham defense and eat up the clock.

[hollywood]

I'm picking Graham this week as well. I picked against them last week against Wylie. Holding Wylie to under 100 yards of offense is pretty impressive. I watched Graham play Brownwood. They looked pretty good. Brownwood made a lot of mistakes so it's was hard to guage both teams then. If Brownwood executed better, they could have scored 2-3 more TD's easily. So either Wylie had an aweful night on O last week, Graham's D is that stout, or Graham just had the perfect game plan against Wylie. Either way, Graham is 3-0 and playing 3-0 Argyle. I expect a slobber knocker. I'll be there for this one.

[Aguilafanatico]

I'm picking Graham this week as well. I picked against them last week against Wylie. Holding Wylie to under 100 yards of offense is pretty impressive. I watched Graham play Brownwood. They looked pretty good. Brownwood made a lot of mistakes so it's was hard to guage both teams then. If Brownwood executed better, they could have scored 2-3 more TD's easily. So either Wylie had an aweful night on O last week, Graham's D is that stout, or Graham just had the perfect game plan against Wylie. Either way, Graham is 3-0 and playing 3-0 Argyle. I expect a slobber knocker. I'll be there for this one.

Hollywood's pick em strategy = Pick against Argyle, they will eventually lose.

Wylie @ Argyle Woods Pick = Wylie
Celina @ Argyle. Woods Pick = Celina
Argyle @ Graham. Woods Pick = Graham

I feel better about our chances already :clap::clap:

[slingshot]

Remarkably similar teams and styles. Graham is just bigger and stronger across the front--Graham by 10-14 points in a very physical game...

[Sville]

Considering how even the Wylie-Argyle game was, and how dominant Graham was against Wylie, I am going with Graham in this one.

[hollywood]

Hollywood's pick em strategy = Pick against Argyle, they will eventually lose.

Wylie @ Argyle Woods Pick = Wylie
Celina @ Argyle. Woods Pick = Celina
Argyle @ Graham. Woods Pick = Graham

I feel better about our chances already :clap::clap:

LOL, hey, Graham can say the same last week. I picked Wylie. So who's to say. Both Argyle and Graham are very good teams.

My plans are to be at this game. We should have a meet and greet. So far it's myself and Ville-D. Sville? Hollyville? Refereedoc? Y'all in or out?

[Eagle Nation]

Aguila, I'm sure everyone will pick us to win the game we have in a couple of weeks (Dallas Pinkston).

[hollywood]

Here are the stats from the Graham @ Brownwood game 2 weeks ago. Some Graham folks claim they have the best defense in the state. If you look, pretty even stats across the board. They key stat is turnovers which lead to the point swings. Brownwood protects the ball better, they would have had a much better chance to win this game.

Graham vs Brownwood 2014 Statistics:

BHS ----- GHS

Total Yds 352 ----- 375
Rushing Yds 206 ----- 199
Passing Yds 146 ----- 176
1st Downs 18 ----- 20
Turnovers 5 (3 fumbles, 2 picks) ------ 1 fumble
Penalties 6/80 yds ----- 6/50 yds
Punts 4/34.2 yd avg. ----- 7/36 yd avg.

[Aguilafanatico]

Aguila, I'm sure everyone will pick us to win the game we have in a couple of weeks (Dallas Pinkston).

Not so fast, Pinkston played Roosevelt tough.

[Eagle Nation]

I guess we'll be the underdogs for the rest of the season if thats the case.

BTW, your son has been playing well.

[bearbear78]

Argyle is a great program and will be for years to come. Graham is a great program that keeps showing up and playing good football year after year. It's going to be a damn good game is my first prediction and my second will be Graham by 14. That defense is something special. There is lack of experience in some areas but they're still above average in those positions.

[Smitty]

Going with Graham at home in a close one 28-24.

[Aguilafanatico]

I guess we'll be the underdogs for the rest of the season if thats the case.

BTW, your son has been playing well.

Thanks Eagle. He has worked really hard and it is paying off.

[regaleagle]

This game is a very difficult pickem for several reasons. You must remember Argyle will only get better with each game as the season progresses....probably at a greater rate than Graham. Graham is feeling "strong" on their early season tough schedule, and won in Wylie against a Wylie team that beat a good Burnet team soundly at Burnet. They have a "revenge" game AT HOME against Argyle this week....probably their biggest game of this early schedule to date....bigger than last week's big win IN Wylie. Argyle continues to win even when it appears on paper they statiscally should lose. Argyle usually wins the turnover battle....they CAUSE turnovers. Not only does Argyle cause turnovers, but they are very good at capitalizing on turnovers. Ralston cannot be stopped the whole game....he's a HUGE threat on every offensive series. That allows the rest of the Argyle offense OPPORTUNITIES to strike for big plays. I really don't know much about Graham this year....other than they have a solid ballclub with a good qb and tough defense. On paper, it appears they have the players to handle Argyle this week and it is a BIG home game for them to boot. All I can say is it's a tough call. You can find reasons to favor either team....take your pick. I'm sticking with a proven winner....Argyle wins in a squeaker late in 4th....maybe very late.

[lostaussie]

Is this by chance a Saturday game?

[hollywood]

This game is a very difficult pickem for several reasons. You must remember Argyle will only get better with each game as the season progresses....probably at a greater rate than Graham. Graham is feeling "strong" on their early season tough schedule, and won in Wylie against a Wylie team that beat a good Burnet team soundly at Burnet. They have a "revenge" game AT HOME against Argyle this week....probably their biggest game of this early schedule to date....bigger than last week's big win IN Wylie. Argyle continues to win even when it appears on paper they statiscally should lose. Argyle usually wins the turnover battle....they CAUSE turnovers. Not only does Argyle cause turnovers, but they are very good at capitalizing on turnovers. Ralston cannot be stopped the whole game....he's a HUGE threat on every offensive series. That allows the rest of the Argyle offense OPPORTUNITIES to strike for big plays. I really don't know much about Graham this year....other than they have a solid ballclub with a good qb and tough defense. On paper, it appears they have the players to handle Argyle this week and it is a BIG home game for them to boot. All I can say is it's a tough call. You can find reasons to favor either team....take your pick. I'm sticking with a proven winner....Argyle wins in a squeaker late in 4th....maybe very late.

Good post. I think it truly could go either way. I'm picking Graham due to home field advantage but will not be surprised at all if Argyle won. I'm hoping for a nail biter, slobber knocker, 6 score changes type of game from an outsiders view. :D

[hollywood]

Is this by chance a Saturday game?

Friday night

[bobcat1]

The best defense will win this game. Both can score. Who can stop the other?

[Rattler]

My prediction Argyle's #22, Will be held to under 75 yards and 1 score. #5 will score once. Graham wins though 31-14.

[Bullaholic]

Year of the Steer---Last year was Argyle's--I'm going to say Graham by 7.

[friday fan]

If raining Graham by 14 if not raining 21.

[regaleagle]

My prediction Argyle's #22, Will be held to under 75 yards and 1 score. #5 will score once. Graham wins though 31-14.

There are more numbers that CAN score for Argyle that you didn't mention here. If #22(Ralston) is held under 75 yds. and only scores once, then there WILL be more numbers besides what you mentioned here that will score for Argyle, jmo.

[regaleagle]

If raining Graham by 14 if not raining 21.

Argyle generated 301 yds. rushing and 219 yds. passing last week against Celina in wet, windy conditions. They scored 41 pts., took a knee at the Celina 1 yd. line with 15 secs. left in regulation, and amassed 29 first downs. They were penalized 3 times for 30 yds. and had 0 turnovers, while converting 2 of 4 Celina turnovers. A little football fingerfood to snack on before gametime, folks.

[bearbear78]

I don't think Ralston is going to do well with the Steer front and he will only struggle more later in the game after those big brutes put it on him again and again.

[d0tc0m]

Running backs like Ralston don't usually struggle against any fronts. I would imagine he's going to get his yards on Friday. It may not be enough for Argyle, but the Eagles won't lose because a lack of effort from Ralston.

[hollywood]

:stirpot:

Love it!

[hollywood]

I'll enjoy my :1popcorn: and watch the showdown.

[bobcat1]

Argyle generated 301 yds. rushing and 219 yds. passing last week against Celina in wet, windy conditions. They scored 41 pts., took a knee at the Celina 1 yd. line with 15 secs. left in regulation, and amassed 29 first downs. They were penalized 3 times for 30 yds. and had 0 turnovers, while converting 2 of 4 Celina turnovers. A little football fingerfood to snack on before gametime, folks.
True but most of that was done after QB1 went out in the first and time of possession changed dramatically after that. Defense got worn down. No excuses just facts.

[hollywood]

True but most of that was done after QB1 went out in the first and time of possession changed dramatically after that. Defense got worn down. No excuses just facts.

True, and Graham's QB isn't the calibar of Celina's QB.

[bobcat1]

True, and Graham's QB isn't the calibar of Celina's QB.
But we don't have big #99 from Graham either. Should be a heck of a game but I really like Graham at home. Truly could go either way though. I might just show up for this game. I have to dove hunt out there Saturday morning anyway.

[regaleagle]

But we don't have big #99 from Graham either. Should be a heck of a game but I really like Graham at home. Truly could go either way though. I might just show up for this game. I have to dove hunt out there Saturday morning anyway.

Sorry to hear about your "obligation" to dove hunt out in the Graham area on Sat. morn, bobcat1. Those kind of obligations are the kind most of us look forward to, haha. Knock down a few for me while you're at it. And watch out for Rattlers if the area has been hunted recently. Those unretrieved birds make nice meals for the Rattler.

[Aguilafanatico]

I don't think Ralston is going to do well with the Steer front and he will only struggle more later in the game after those big brutes put it on him again and again.

Bars in Graham must open early on Tuesdays.

[Smitty]

I Gotta find a way to go to this game.

[bobcat1]

I don't think Ralston is going to do well with the Steer front and he will only struggle more later in the game after those big brutes put it on him again and again.


Bars in Graham must open early on Tuesdays.
:fnypost::spitlol: That was a goodun!

[bobcat1]

Sorry to hear about your "obligation" to dove hunt out in the Graham area on Sat. morn, bobcat1. Those kind of obligations are the kind most of us look forward to, haha. Knock down a few for me while you're at it. And watch out for Rattlers if the area has been hunted recently. Those unretrieved birds make nice meals for the Rattler. Sometimes I am just forced to do things Regal. ;)

[hollywood]

But we don't have big #99 from Graham either. Should be a heck of a game but I really like Graham at home. Truly could go either way though. I might just show up for this game. I have to dove hunt out there Saturday morning anyway.

You are correct. #99 is a brute. I'm puzzled, how did lil ole Brownwood rack up over 200 yards rushing on that stout Graham D? And they don't have a Ralston. :eek:

[Rattler]

Brownwood was just game two! They were still working out bugs and new personal. I do believe we may have found a good combination now though. Big test Friday!!

[bobcat1]

You are correct. #99 is a brute. I'm puzzled, how did lil ole Brownwood rack up over 200 yards rushing on that stout Graham D? And they don't have a Ralston. :eek:

Didn't know that. Ralston is a John Riggins type back to me. He'll run over you or outrun you. Could be the whole key to the game slowing him down.

[Deuce]

Didn't know that. Ralston is a John Riggins type back to me. He'll run over you or outrun you. Could be the whole key to the game slowing him down.

I agree! He is what killed us in State Semis last year.

[Inmateboss]

LOL, hey, Graham can say the same last week. I picked Wylie. So who's to say. Both Argyle and Graham are very good teams.

My plans are to be at this game. We should have a meet and greet. So far it's myself and Ville-D. Sville? Hollyville? Refereedoc? Y'all in or out?

That's a can do !! North end of the field at half time !! Looking forward to it!!


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[Inmateboss]

Argyle generated 301 yds. rushing and 219 yds. passing last week against Celina in wet, windy conditions. They scored 41 pts., took a knee at the Celina 1 yd. line with 15 secs. left in regulation, and amassed 29 first downs. They were penalized 3 times for 30 yds. and had 0 turnovers, while converting 2 of 4 Celina turnovers. A little football fingerfood to snack on before gametime, folks.

Tasty !!


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[hollywood]

That's a can do !! North end of the field at half time !! Looking forward to it!!


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Sounds like a plan! See y'all there!! I'm looking forward to this game living up to expectations. War

[hollywood]

Didn't know that. Ralston is a John Riggins type back to me. He'll run over you or outrun you. Could be the whole key to the game slowing him down.

Where's Ralston commited to? Is he the player going to Arizona State?

[Ragin Red]

I think I might be able to make this game, should be one of the best games this season two great programs meeting in the regular season. Should be a slug fest, good luck to both teams and stay healthy for post season.
I should be able to make the meet and greet. See yall there.

[Eagle Nation]

[QUOTE=hollywood;1823796]Where's Ralston commited to? Is he the player going to Arizona State?[/QUOTE

He is the one commited to ASU.

#25 has commited to Clemson.

[regaleagle]

[QUOTE=hollywood;1823796]Where's Ralston commited to? Is he the player going to Arizona State?[/QUOTE

He is the one commited to ASU.

#25 has commited to Clemson.

For those of you unaware, #25 is JC Chalk, TE and whatever else they put him at. He's a junior this season and should take on a much larger role for the Eagles as the season progresses. He's 6'4" 225 and very athletic....a 2-sport star in football & basketball. Grandson of Coach Gene Stallings. Google him up and check him out.

[JacketSwarm]

who picked graham? really? graham plays cupcakes. argyle will show graham how to play football. argyle defending champs. enough said. get ya some graham.

Fire Away

[bearbear78]

who picked graham? really? graham plays cupcakes. argyle will show graham how to play football. argyle defending champs. enough said. get ya some graham.

Fire Away
Someone needed some attention ...lol....in this case I think it'll just be more fun ignoring you.

[Inmateboss]

who picked graham? really? graham plays cupcakes. argyle will show graham how to play football. argyle defending champs. enough said. get ya some graham.

Fire Away

Who picked Graham?? Who didn't is easier to answer!! I got a $1.87 that Graham puts the smack down on The defending chumps and another $4.00 that you made a bad bet!!


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[JacketSwarm]

go hug a cedar tree bearbear78. isn't that what graham people do? chop cedars? argyle by 21.


Fire Away

[Inmateboss]

go hug a cedar tree bearbear78. isn't that what graham people do? chop cedars? argyle by 21.


Fire Away

Awwww hell no you done went a drug the cedar hackers into it!!

Graham by 1 !!!


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[Tom Foolery]

Just watched the Weekly 4A videos and noticed Graham yelled "Beat Argyle" at the end of the Brownwood game. This was the week before Graham played Wylie. Sounds like Grahams whole season is this one game.

[bearbear78]

go hug a cedar tree bearbear78. isn't that what graham people do? chop cedars? argyle by 21.


Fire Away

Ummmm...yeah ...I hack cedar...it's my career. Our entire community consist of cedar hackers and jacket smackers. Shine on smart one....shine on!

[Inmateboss]

Just watched the Weekly 4A videos and noticed Graham yelled "Beat Argyle" at the end of the Brownwood game. This was the week before Graham played Wylie. Sounds like Grahams whole season is this one game.

I wouldn't say the WHOLE season but after we win we're all gonna need a smoke!!


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[bearbear78]

Just watched the Weekly 4A videos and noticed Graham yelled "Beat Argyle" at the end of the Brownwood game. This was the week before Graham played Wylie. Sounds like Grahams whole season is this one game.
Nope...just the one the boys been waiting on.

[Ville-D]

Awwww hell no you done went a drug the cedar hackers into it!!

Graham by 1 !!!


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:spitlol::spitlol::spitlol::spitlol::spitlol:

[JacketSwarm]

Ummmm...yeah ...I hack cedar...it's my career. Our entire community consist of cedar hackers and jacket smackers. Shine on smart one....shine on!

when was the last time graham smacked Stephenville? now that's funny. Jacket envy. Stephenville will be waiting for graham if you can get that far.


Fire Away

[Ville-D]

when was the last time graham smacked Stephenville? now that's funny. Jacket envy. Stephenville will be waiting for graham if you can get that far.


Fire Away


Here is the Graham/Sville all time record - thanks to Cody:



Stephenville vs Graham (16-16-1)


1924
W
17
0


1946
L
12
26


1950
W
15
13


1951
W
1
0


1952
W
20
13


1952
W
25
13


1953
L
7
28


1954
L
6
12


1955
L
0
54


1962
L
8
34


1963
L
0
17


1970
L
17
31


1971
W
18
7


1972
L
12
24


1973
W
21
15


1974
L
13
21


1975
L
2
40


1976
W
14
12


1977
W
17
14


1978
L
6
40


1979
W
36
34


1980
W
29
7


1981
L
7
14


1982
W
30
8


1983
L
0
12


1984
L
0
6


1985
T
0
0


1986
L
6
32


1987
W
21
7


1988
L
7
9


1989
W
31
0


1996
W
41
18


1997
W
31
13

[Aguilafanatico]

Nope...just the one the boys been waiting on.

That's sweet and we are blushing. Just another pre season game for the Eagles. Plenty of work to do for a team with bigger aspirations than winning a preseason game vs a non district, non region opponent in September. I know this sounds ridiculous to the Graham posters but what if.....what if....Argyle wins in a game the steers are favored at home? Wow, that would be crazy. That would be a tough one. I guess that is a ridiculous thought though.....or is it? Eagles will show up with our small, slow, inexperienced team and give it a go. The buses had already been booked.

[bobcat1]

Ummmm...yeah ...I hack cedar...it's my career. Our entire community consist of cedar hackers and jacket smackers. Shine on smart one....shine on!
:spitlol:

[regaleagle]

This has got to be the very best(and most entertaining) football forum in the nation, haha. You just never know what's gonna be posted next. Kinda miss Rocket though. I reckon he's lurking out there in Texas somewhere thereabouts....ready to pounce at a moment's notice when Brownwood rises to greatness again. Meanwhile, keep it coming, folks....the season is just now gettin' juicy.:smoker:

[bearbear78]

That's sweet and we are blushing. Just another pre season game for the Eagles. Plenty of work to do for a team with bigger aspirations than winning a preseason game vs a non district, non region opponent in September. I know this sounds ridiculous to the Graham posters but what if.....what if....Argyle wins in a game the steers are favored at home? Wow, that would be crazy. That would be a tough one. I guess that is a ridiculous thought though.....or is it? Eagles will show up with our small, slow, inexperienced team and give it a go. The buses had already been booked.
Who said that? Other than YOU?

[bearbear78]

Pretty even in my book Jacketswarm

[bearbear78]

That's sweet and we are blushing. Just another pre season game for the Eagles. Plenty of work to do for a team with bigger aspirations than winning a preseason game vs a non district, non region opponent in September. I know this sounds ridiculous to the Graham posters but what if.....what if....Argyle wins in a game the steers are favored at home? Wow, that would be crazy. That would be a tough one. I guess that is a ridiculous thought though.....or is it? Eagles will show up with our small, slow, inexperienced team and give it a go. The buses had already been booked.

Can get butt hurt all you want, it's going to be a different game than the last meeting. You guys have Mr. Sadler coming in to suit up? Nope!!! As long as our offense is clicking you boys are in trouble. That's what got us last year. Shoulda coulda woulda" dang sure worked in Argyles favor last year, vs Graham coulda been different , but it wasn't and vs Fairfield coulda been different if the game woulda been called right which is saying that trophy shoulda been in Fairfield......yep I said it...and so did many others...bad calls hurt Fairfield and an off night hurt the Graham team, our defense brought it and none of your starters could have stopped 41 had we put him in earlier in the game.

[Aguilafanatico]

Who said that? Other than YOU?

Lift your head out of your beer.. Bar is closing.

"After we win, we are all gonna need a smoke" Inmateboss
"Just the one the boys have been waiting on" Beatbear78

[Aguilafanatico]

[QUOTE=bearbear78;1823951]Can get butt hurt all you want, it's going to be a different game than the last meeting. You guys have Mr. Sadler coming in to suit up? Nope!!! As long as our offense is clicking you boys are in trouble. That's what got us last year. Shoulda coulda woulda" dang sure worked in Argyles favor last year, vs Graham coulda been different , but it wasn't and vs Fairfield coulda been different if the game woulda been called right which is saying that trophy shoulda been in Fairfield......yep I said it...and so did many others...bad calls hurt Fairfield and an off night hurt the Graham team, our defense brought it and none of your starters could have stopped 41 had we put him in earlier in the game.[/

Nope Ian is at Tech, hell of a player. His brother actually plays on the team. Thanks for asking about him. Not butt hurt at all. I guess the ring helps control that. Fairfield and Gilmer both had awesome teams last year, best teams we faced......and very professional, we just beat them in great games.

[bearbear78]

[QUOTE=bearbear78;1823951]Can get butt hurt all you want, it's going to be a different game than the last meeting. You guys have Mr. Sadler coming in to suit up? Nope!!! As long as our offense is clicking you boys are in trouble. That's what got us last year. Shoulda coulda woulda" dang sure worked in Argyles favor last year, vs Graham coulda been different , but it wasn't and vs Fairfield coulda been different if the game woulda been called right which is saying that trophy shoulda been in Fairfield......yep I said it...and so did many others...bad calls hurt Fairfield and an off night hurt the Graham team, our defense brought it and none of your starters could have stopped 41 had we put him in earlier in the game.[/

Nope Ian is at Tech, hell of a player. His brother actually plays on the team. Thanks for asking about him. Not butt hurt at all. I guess the ring helps control that. Fairfield and Gilmer both had awesome teams last year, best teams we faced......and very professional, we just beat them in great games.
Yep the Ole "shoulda coulda woulda" either works for you or against you and it was on Argyles side. Not gonna even get in that debate with ya. Let's just see how it plays out Friday night..yeah I know, not suppose to pick our own team to win because it gets some butt hurt , get over it. What's your obsession with bars and beer anyway? Lol...do we need to buy you a frosty in Graham

[bearbear78]

Lift your head out of your beer.. Bar is closing.

"After we win, we are all gonna need a smoke" Inmateboss
"Just the one the boys have been waiting on" Beatbear78
Still waiting on you to point out where anyone said the eagle were slow small or inexperienced? ?? Other than YOU

[bearbear78]

when was the last time graham smacked Stephenville? now that's funny. Jacket envy. Stephenville will be waiting for graham if you can get that far.


Fire Away
Record is even scooter....who said I was referring to a football game?

[Aguilafanatico]

Still waiting on you to point out where anyone said the eagle were slow small or inexperienced? ?? Other than YOU

That was a holdover from the Celina thread. I thought it was interesting so thought I would continue to use it.

[Tom Foolery]

Aguila,

When you are on top, the bullseye (steerseye) is on you. Everyone wants to go 16-0 but it is the games in December that really count.

[Inmateboss]

That's sweet and we are blushing. Just another pre season game for the Eagles. Plenty of work to do for a team with bigger aspirations than winning a preseason game vs a non district, non region opponent in September. I know this sounds ridiculous to the Graham posters but what if.....what if....Argyle wins in a game the steers are favored at home? Wow, that would be crazy. That would be a tough one. I guess that is a ridiculous thought though.....or is it? Eagles will show up with our small, slow, inexperienced team and give it a go. The buses had already been booked.

Y'all have to rent buses?? Dang!!
But back to the game, argyle beating Graham at home could happen, it's not like we were dealt a bad hand, it was a choice to play argyle !! We can only move up, but argyle on the other hand, well y'all's little pedestal could crumble and ruin your whole season!! I promise you Graham is gonna show up and give it a go, should be fun!!


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[Inmateboss]

Aguila,

When you are on top, the bullseye (steerseye) is on you. Everyone wants to go 16-0 but it is the games in December that really count.

Got that right!!!


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[Slick50]

Can get butt hurt all you want, it's going to be a different game than the last meeting. You guys have Mr. Sadler coming in to suit up? Nope!!!
Pretty sure we better be ready for Ralston, he is the one that took it to us last year, not Sadler.

[Inmateboss]

This has got to be the very best(and most entertaining) football forum in the nation, haha. You just never know what's gonna be posted next. Kinda miss Rocket though. I reckon he's lurking out there in Texas somewhere thereabouts....ready to pounce at a moment's notice when Brownwood rises to greatness again. Meanwhile, keep it coming, folks....the season is just now gettin' juicy.:smoker:

Yep I miss ole Rocket, he could sure fire up the thread!!


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[Ragin Red]

Y'all have to rent buses?? Dang!!
But back to the game, argyle beating Graham at home could happen, it's not like we were dealt a bad hand, it was a choice to play argyle !! We can only move up, but argyle on the other hand, well y'all's little pedestal could crumble and ruin your whole season!! I promise you Graham is gonna show up and give it a go, should be fun!!


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[Deuce]

That's sweet and we are blushing. Just another pre season game for the Eagles. Plenty of work to do for a team with bigger aspirations than winning a preseason game vs a non district, non region opponent in September. I know this sounds ridiculous to the Graham posters but what if.....what if....Argyle wins in a game the steers are favored at home? Wow, that would be crazy. That would be a tough one. I guess that is a ridiculous thought though.....or is it? Eagles will show up with our small, slow, inexperienced team and give it a go. The buses had already been booked.

This would be nothing more than a huge confidence booster for Graham if they win Friday after the way the season ended last year. It would be the same for Argyle if Graham would have ended their season last year. To say its just another preseason game is a bit off when you have 2 topped rank teams going at each other!

[Deuce]

Pretty sure we better be ready for Ralston, he is the one that took it to us last year, not Sadler.

Have to agree! Sandler made a couple of plays but Ralston was the difference maker in that game!

[hollywood]

Graham's strong DL will have to get off their blocks quick to contain Argyle's O. If Ralston gets to the second level more often than not, that spells trouble for the Graham D. I'm sure Argyle is planning to double #99 or #76 which ever number he's wearing.

[Slick50]

Graham's strong DL will have to get off their blocks quick to contain Argyle's O. If Ralston gets to the second level more often than not, that spells trouble for the Graham D. I'm sure Argyle is planning to double #99 or #76 which ever number he's wearing.

Ya rattler might could answer that, not real sure why.

[hollywood]

For Graham's O to be successful, the key is the new QB. He's done a good job so far from what I've seen but tomorrow night will be another level of football than what he's seen so far. The OL is good and can buy him time. He'll need to make quick decisions and plays with his legs like he's done this season except tomorrow will be more physical and faster pace. I think he grows a little more as a player in this game.

Looking forward to a great game!

[hollywood]

Ya rattler might could answer that, not real sure why.

LOL... exactly! He's a beast!

[jason]

Any truth to the Graham RB being out with an ACL and the free safety committed to TCU out with an arm injury?

[hollywood]

Any truth to the Graham RB being out with an ACL and the free safety committed to TCU out with an arm injury?

Freeze has been out before the season started. The starting RB, not sure of his condition. .

[bearbear78]

Pretty sure we better be ready for Ralston, he is the one that took it to us last year, not Sadler.

Containing both of them was a big task. Not having those two together as the dual threat changes things a bit.

[bearbear78]

That was a holdover from the Celina thread. I thought it was interesting so thought I would continue to use it.
Roger that...because I don't think anyone at Graham has those thoughts. We know the Eagles bring.

[Slick50]

Freeze has been out before the season started. The starting RB, not sure of his condition. .

He is out also

[Rattler]

We lost Freeze in preseason. We lost the RB for the season after the first game, Injury happened in practice. McWhorter will be wearing #99 from now on. Had to get a new Jersey, Old #99 did not fit. He wanted to change to 99 this year because of his Favorite player and it will be his College #.

[Ragin Red]

We lost Freeze in preseason. We lost the RB for the season after the first game, Injury happened in practice. McWhorter will be wearing #99 from now on. Had to get a new Jersey, Old #99 did not fit. He wanted to change to 99 this year because of his Favorite player and it will be his College #.

He meant #76 didn't fit. Either the shirt shrunk or the young man got bigger. I'll go with the second part.....Great young man and the best of luck to him in the future what ever it might bring.

[Inmateboss]

For Graham's O to be successful, the key is the new QB. He's done a good job so far from what I've seen but tomorrow night will be another level of football than what he's seen so far. The OL is good and can buy him time. He'll need to make quick decisions and plays with his legs like he's done this season except tomorrow will be more physical and faster pace. I think he grows a little more as a player in this game.

Looking forward to a great game!

Fair assessment !! Turnovers and penalties have to be controlled in this one!!


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[hollywood]

McWhorter will be wearing #99 from now on. Had to get a new Jersey, Old #99 did not fit. He wanted to change to 99 this year because of his Favorite player and it will be his College #.


He meant #76 didn't fit. Either the shirt shrunk or the young man got bigger. I'll go with the second part.....Great young man and the best of luck to him in the future what ever it might bring.

:2thumbsup:

[slingshot]

Repeat: Graham by 14...

[Caprocker]

Repeat: Graham by 14...

argyle +7

[hollywood]

My new prediction... EVEN. :D

This game may very well go into OT! In which I would love from a neutral fan's perspective. :clap:

[Inmateboss]

My new prediction... EVEN. :D

This game may very well go into OT! In which I would love from a neutral fan's perspective. :clap:

I hope it's a good game but OT means we haven't kicked that HINEY yet!!


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[slingshot]

argyle +7You've watched both?

[Slick50]

We lost Freeze in preseason. We lost the RB for the season after the first game, Injury happened in practice. McWhorter will be wearing #99 from now on. Had to get a new Jersey, Old #99 did not fit. He wanted to change to 99 this year because of his Favorite player and it will be his College #.
If he follows in the footsteps of the number 99 I think you are talking about, he should be in good shape!! ;)

[regaleagle]

One thing you can ALWAYS count on when you have a game with the Steers is the Grahamites will be pumped up for the game. Kudos to the fanbase of the Steers....even if sometimes your fierce homerism goes to excess, esp. last year and now this season again. It can only be a very good thing for both schools and their teams. I'm pretty sure Graham is AS ADVERTISED this season, so the Eagles will have to bring their "A" game and play clean football to give themselves every chance for a win in this one. It will most certainly be a physical battle on the gridiron of glory in Graham under the Friday Nite Lights for sure. The stadium should be full regardless of the weather, and I just hope the Argyle faithful show up en masse to support our boyz. I don't know what the weather forecast is for Graham....other than football weather! Y'all know what that means, right? It's time to RUUUUMBLE!!!!

[Inmateboss]

One thing you can ALWAYS count on when you have a game with the Steers is the Grahamites will be pumped up for the game. Kudos to the fanbase of the Steers....even if sometimes your fierce homerism goes to excess, esp. last year and now this season again. It can only be a very good thing for both schools and their teams. I'm pretty sure Graham is AS ADVERTISED this season, so the Eagles will have to bring their "A" game and play clean football to give themselves every chance for a win in this one. It will most certainly be a physical battle on the gridiron of glory in Graham under the Friday Nite Lights for sure. The stadium should be full regardless of the weather, and I just hope the Argyle faithful show up en masse to support our boyz. I don't know what the weather forecast is for Graham....other than football weather! Y'all know what that means, right? It's time to RUUUUMBLE!!!!

Win lose or draw we have their backs!! And it's always about the game at hand!! There are still people from the 70's that still have the same reserved seats!! We are in it to win it!!


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[Slick50]

One thing you can ALWAYS count on when you have a game with the Steers is the Grahamites will be pumped up for the game. Kudos to the fanbase of the Steers....even if sometimes your fierce homerism goes to excess, esp. last year and now this season again. It can only be a very good thing for both schools and their teams. I'm pretty sure Graham is AS ADVERTISED this season, so the Eagles will have to bring their "A" game and play clean football to give themselves every chance for a win in this one. It will most certainly be a physical battle on the gridiron of glory in Graham under the Friday Nite Lights for sure. The stadium should be full regardless of the weather, and I just hope the Argyle faithful show up en masse to support our boyz. I don't know what the weather forecast is for Graham....other than football weather! Y'all know what that means, right? It's time to RUUUUMBLE!!!!

It doesn't take many to fill up our junky stadium. New turf and scoreboard and seating from the 1800's.

[Ragin Red]

One thing you can ALWAYS count on when you have a game with the Steers is the Grahamites will be pumped up for the game. Kudos to the fanbase of the Steers....even if sometimes your fierce homerism goes to excess, esp. last year and now this season again. It can only be a very good thing for both schools and their teams. I'm pretty sure Graham is AS ADVERTISED this season, so the Eagles will have to bring their "A" game and play clean football to give themselves every chance for a win in this one. It will most certainly be a physical battle on the gridiron of glory in Graham under the Friday Nite Lights for sure. The stadium should be full regardless of the weather, and I just hope the Argyle faithful show up en masse to support our boyz. I don't know what the weather forecast is for Graham....other than football weather! Y'all know what that means, right? It's time to RUUUUMBLE!!!!

I sure hope your fan base shows up better than it did in the state-seimis last year. Pretty sad that the team that had greater distance to travel showed up with more fans than the town with the shorter distance did. You have to admit that was a shock to see.

[Ragin Red]

Graham always has a great fan base that travels well and supports the young men and women in their respective sport.

[regaleagle]

I sure hope your fan base shows up better than it did in the state-seimis last year. Pretty sad that the team that had greater distance to travel showed up with more fans than the town with the shorter distance did. You have to admit that was a shock to see.

I don't know how many people everybody thinks lives in Argyle. We are a small community of just 3500, and only so many go to every game, esp. out of town games on a Friday. When the game is played in a large stadium, it always looks like Argyle didn't show up....but we did. That's just all there is for this small community. Most towns with one football team has a larger population than Argyle, even if they are in 3A. Argyle just happens to have lots of kids for a landlocked small community....but not much in the way of a regular town. There's a big difference between 3500 population and 5500 population supporting a team at this classification. We do pretty darn good with what we have. And then there's Argyle Liberty Christian down the street in Argyle, also. Now only a small portion of that student population and fanbase lives in Argyle, but it still divides up the numbers somewhat. Besides, it don't really matter what our fanbase size is compared to our competition as long as we are competitive.

[regaleagle]

I don't know how many people everybody thinks lives in Argyle. We are a small community of just 3500, and only so many go to every game, esp. out of town games on a Friday. When the game is played in a large stadium, it always looks like Argyle didn't show up....but we did. That's just all there is for this small community. Most towns with one football team has a larger population than Argyle, even if they are in 3A. Argyle just happens to have lots of kids for a landlocked small community....but not much in the way of a regular town. There's a big difference between 3500 population and 5500 population supporting a team at this classification. We do pretty darn good with what we have. And then there's Argyle Liberty Christian down the street in Argyle, also. Now only a small portion of that student population and fanbase lives in Argyle, but it still divides up the numbers somewhat. Besides, it don't really matter what our fanbase size is compared to our competition as long as we are competitive.

And pardon me for the "we" because I don't even live there anymore. I just refer to it like home cuz that's what it was for so long and for my son that is now graduated.

[Ragin Red]

I agree doesn't matter but you were the one that brought up the fans for Graham, just commenting on what you said and I quote "homerism" did you not?

[Ragin Red]

Regardless of the fanbase it will be a great game ought to come and watch it, hope you can.

[regaleagle]

Regardless of the fanbase it will be a great game ought to come and watch it, hope you can.

As much as I'd like to be there for this game, it's a 5 hr. drive for me now. The last game I attended in Graham was back when JJ Harp was our qb and we won in that cold, drizzly rainsoaked game back in 08 or 09....one of those years. That may have been the last time Argyle visited Graham at home....am I right?

[Ragin Red]

As much as I'd like to be there for this game, it's a 5 hr. drive for me now. The last game I attended in Graham was back when JJ Harp was our qb and we won in that cold, drizzly rainsoaked game back in 08 or 09....one of those years. That may have been the last time Argyle visited Graham at home....am I right?

That was played in Stephenville and you're right it was cold and miserable me and my kids finished listening to it in the parking lot in our van. That was in 08'

[Ragin Red]

Wasn't that in the playoffs?

[Slick50]

Wasn't that in the playoffs?

"Playoffs, you wanna talk about playoffs?" Hehe Jim Mora

[regaleagle]

Yep that's right....it was Stephenville. But Argyle did play in Graham for a playoff game the same year.....I think it was against Sweetwater. It was raining that night too, and JJ was the qb . We went in with a halftime lead, it started raining cats and dogs, and then our passing attack went out the window. I think JJ still completed close to 300 yds., but not TD's in the 4th. As I recall, Sweetwater had that good RB(I think he went to the NFL with St. Louis) and he broke a couple in the 2nd half on that slippery turf. Argyle had a chance at the end to win it, but one of the Sweetwater d-backs intercepted it deep in their end of the field. It was a really good game despite the conditions. That was the last time I believe Argyle played in Graham.

[regaleagle]

I think the RB was named Banyard, and then they had another couple of really fast players on that team. I think they won the 400m and 800m relays with that senior group that year.

[Sweetwater Red]

Yep that's right....it was Stephenville. But Argyle did play in Graham for a playoff game the same year.....I think it was against Sweetwater. It was raining that night too, and JJ was the qb . We went in with a halftime lead, it started raining cats and dogs, and then our passing attack went out the window. I think JJ still completed close to 300 yds., but not TD's in the 4th. As I recall, Sweetwater had that good RB(I think he went to the NFL with St. Louis) and he broke a couple in the 2nd half on that slippery turf. Argyle had a chance at the end to win it, but one of the Sweetwater d-backs intercepted it deep in their end of the field. It was a really good game despite the conditions. That was the last time I believe Argyle played in Graham.

Argyle has played Sweewater once. That was in Stephenville in 2006. I was there. The final score was 20-14.
The running back's name is Joseph Banyard who plays for the Vikings. As I had told firstdown years ago, that
was one of the most disciplined, best tackling teams I had ever seen. That still holds true.

[regaleagle]

I think when we played Graham in Stephenville, Case McCoy was qb as a junior that season. Does that sound right?

[regaleagle]

Argyle has played Sweewater once. That was in Stephenville in 2006. I was there. The final score was 20-14.
The running back's name is Joseph Banyard who plays for the Vikings. As I have told firstdown years ago, that
was one of the most disciplined, best tackling teams I had ever seen. That still holds true.

Man, was it that long ago? I guess it was, cuz my son was playing in that game. He was a year ahead of JJ. I was really impressed with Sweetwater's team that year.

[regaleagle]

Yep....the ONLY time Argyle has ever played in Graham was a playoff game against Snyder in 2007 in that Stadium. We lost 34-27 that year, and JJ was a senior. My son was already a fresh. in college, but I went to that game. It was played on Nov. 30th and the weather was cold and rainy. I had it mixed up with Sweetwater the year before, but I went to all those games mentioned above. So this will be a first for Argyle vs. Graham that is NOT at a neutral site.

Snyder went on to play Celina that season for the title and lost. I think Celina went 16-0 that year.

[bobcat1]

Yep....the ONLY time Argyle has ever played in Graham was a playoff game against Snyder in 2007 in that Stadium. We lost 34-27 that year, and JJ was a senior. My son was already a fresh. in college, but I went to that game. It was played on Nov. 30th and the weather was cold and rainy. I had it mixed up with Sweetwater the year before, but I went to all those games mentioned above. So this will be a first for Argyle vs. Graham that is NOT at a neutral site.

Snyder went on to play Celina that season for the title and lost. I think Celina went 16-0 that year.
Yes they did and my son was a senior that year. That Snyder game was a cold son of a gun at Shotwell.

[Sweetwater Red]

That Snyder game was a cold son of a gun at Shotwell.

I was there for that one too. Wind cut right thru you.

[Inmateboss]

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[bobcat1]

I was there for that one too. Wind cut right thru you.I remember meeting you there Red. A bunch of the old posters from Schneider were there too. That was one cold meet and greet.

[d0tc0m]

Still one of the coldest games I've ever been to. Gah, that wind just whipped through Shotwell, and it got colder and colder as the game went on. That was my little brother's senior year. Snyder was super hyped coming into that game, if I remember correctly. That good ol' 10-1 shut them down fairly easy, though. Boy, that was back when Celina was still Celina ... The offense would grind you to death, and the defense would beat the absolute dog piss out of you.

[bobcat1]

Still one of the coldest games I've ever been to. Gah, that wind just whipped through Shotwell, and it got colder and colder as the game went on. That was my little brother's senior year. Snyder was super hyped coming into that game, if I remember correctly. That good ol' 10-1 shut them down fairly easy, though. Boy, that was back when Celina was still Celina ... The offense would grind you to death, and the defense would beat the absolute dog piss out of you.
Exactly!

[Scooter]

I don't think Ralston is going to do well with the Steer front and he will only struggle more later in the game after those big brutes put it on him again and again.

I've seen Graham play as well as Argyle and ill tell you right now Argyle will have no problem give Ralston the holes to run through which will cause a lot of problems for Grahams backers.. close game Argyle wins by 10. This game is all about who can control the line of scrimmage and from what I've seen Grahams O-Line is at best average.. going to be a good'n

[bobcat1]

I hope it don't rain.

[regaleagle]

Good Friday morning to Steer Nation. After watching the Stephenville game last night, I'm sure there's a few teams out West licking their chops, huh? Meanwhile, Argyle would like to say "hello" again. I know the Graham folks love their football and their town, so we Argyllians will try to mind our manners on the visit. The Eagle Nation enjoys a friendly Friday night battle with good folks that can really appreciate what we bring to the invite, haha. We're not the loudest of fanbases...nor the most in number...but we do try to please with quality play. Our band will sound, and our players will pound....just to let you know we like the company.

[slingshot]

I've seen Graham play as well as Argyle and ill tell you right now Argyle will have no problem give Ralston the holes to run through which will cause a lot of problems for Grahams backers.. close game Argyle wins by 10. This game is all about who can control the line of scrimmage and from what I've seen Grahams O-Line is at best average.. going to be a good'nI've seen them both too... difference maker is the Graham D-line. Argyle's O-line cannot handle them.

[Tink4392]

After watching the Stephenville game last night, who ever wins this matchup tonight will definitely be number 1 next week in the polls, no offense to Navasota but with Stephenville losing and Graham and Argyle being 3 and 4, I do not see any reason why one of them wont. Its gonna be a great game tonight and from comparing each game that both teams have played, I'm going with Graham by 6.

[Deuce]

I hope it don't rain.

It doesn't rain in Graham anymore! Just goes around us!

[Rattler]

Here is my prediction, #22 held to 100 yards and 1 score #5 will be held to 65 yards and 1 score. Graham wins 38-14.

[Deuce]

Give me Graham by 1! 7:30 can't get here soon enough.

[Aguilafanatico]

Give me Graham by 1! 7:30 can't get here soon enough.

Sorta like getting a big bite on your line, big anticipation on what it could be, excitement builds as it could be a 14 pound bass, maybe bigger, reeling it in, reeling it in, this could be a trophy on my wall............then pulling in an old tire. The results don't always match up to the excitement and anticipation.

Old tires by 17.

[Inmateboss]

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[Inmateboss]

Sorta like getting a big bite on your line, big anticipation on what it could be, excitement builds as it could be a 14 pound bass, maybe bigger, reeling it in, reeling it in, this could be a trophy on my wall............then pulling in an old tire. The results don't always match up to the excitement and anticipation.

Old tires by 17.

True but there is a lot Bass hanging on the wall!! You just dispose of the tire properly and keep fishing, the bass will take the bait!!


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[BwdLions]

Here is my prediction, #22 held to 100 yards and 1 score #5 will be held to 65 yards and 1 score. Graham wins 38-14.

That is a bold prediction. I won't be shocked to see Graham win, but I don't see that margin of victory for either team.

[Dawgkillr]

That is a BOLD PREDICTION. I won't be shocked to see Graham win, but I don't see that margin of victory for either team.

I agree! These are two well disciplined & well coached teams and I'm not anticipating any blowouts. I am pulling for a Steer win that relieves any doubt as to who the better team is just like I am sure Argyle fans would like to see the same from the Eagles. Good luck to both teams on having an injury free game and safe travels to and from for Eagle Nation.

Give em Heck Steers

[regaleagle]

Darn it....I wish I lived closer where this wouldn't be such a drive to go see. I guess I'll be listening to the game on the Argyle Broadcast like I always do when I'm not able to attend. I sure would like to see just how good them Steers players really are this season. I've already got a pretty good feeling about the Eagles and what they will end up doing this season. Argyle will be in the mix all season long again this year, regardless of tonite's final results. I'm sure the same can be said for Graham. In fact, it is not out of the realm of possibility that these teams COULD meet more than once this season. I could say the same for Wylie. Whatever happens tonite on the gridiron of glory will only be a little taste of what can be expected from these two teams much later this year as the season progresses and the teams develop their full potential. Good luck to both squads tonite in this clash of top-rated teams. We are all in agreement that season-ending injuries to any of the players will not occur. Let's hope for a very cleanly played, exciting game.

[bearbear78]

Darn it....I wish I lived closer where this wouldn't be such a drive to go see. I guess I'll be listening to the game on the Argyle Broadcast like I always do when I'm not able to attend. I sure would like to see just how good them Steers players really are this season. I've already got a pretty good feeling about the Eagles and what they will end up doing this season. Argyle will be in the mix all season long again this year, regardless of tonite's final results. I'm sure the same can be said for Graham. In fact, it is not out of the realm of possibility that these teams COULD meet more than once this season. I could say the same for Wylie. Whatever happens tonite on the gridiron of glory will only be a little taste of what can be expected from these two teams much later this year as the season progresses and the teams develop their full potential. Good luck to both squads tonite in this clash of top-rated teams. We are all in agreement that season-ending injuries to any of the players will not occur. Let's hope for a very cleanly played, exciting game.
Be thankful you won't have to witness what happens to the birds tonight!!!! :)

[Ragin Red]

Darn it....I wish I lived closer where this wouldn't be such a drive to go see. I guess I'll be listening to the game on the Argyle Broadcast like I always do when I'm not able to attend. I sure would like to see just how good them Steers players really are this season. I've already got a pretty good feeling about the Eagles and what they will end up doing this season. Argyle will be in the mix all season long again this year, regardless of tonite's final results. I'm sure the same can be said for Graham. In fact, it is not out of the realm of possibility that these teams COULD meet more than once this season. I could say the same for Wylie. Whatever happens tonite on the gridiron of glory will only be a little taste of what can be expected from these two teams much later this year as the season progresses and the teams develop their full potential. Good luck to both squads tonite in this clash of top-rated teams. We are all in agreement that season-ending injuries to any of the players will not occur. Let's hope for a very cleanly played, exciting game.

Couldn't have said it any better, sorry you can't make it sure of one thing both teams will be in the mix later this season.

[Inmateboss]

Darn it....I wish I lived closer where this wouldn't be such a drive to go see. I guess I'll be listening to the game on the Argyle Broadcast like I always do when I'm not able to attend. I sure would like to see just how good them Steers players really are this season. I've already got a pretty good feeling about the Eagles and what they will end up doing this season. Argyle will be in the mix all season long again this year, regardless of tonite's final results. I'm sure the same can be said for Graham. In fact, it is not out of the realm of possibility that these teams COULD meet more than once this season. I could say the same for Wylie. Whatever happens tonite on the gridiron of glory will only be a little taste of what can be expected from these two teams much later this year as the season progresses and the teams develop their full potential. Good luck to both squads tonite in this clash of top-rated teams. We are all in agreement that season-ending injuries to any of the players will not occur. Let's hope for a very cleanly played, exciting game.

Someone is gonna win and someone is gonna lose tonight but there is lots of football left this season!! So yes we all pray for an injury free game, clean play, and good officiating !!! I hope this game is all it should be !! Meet and greet at the north end at the half !!


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[hollywood]

Good Friday morning to Steer Nation. After watching the Stephenville game last night, I'm sure there's a few teams out West licking their chops, huh? Meanwhile, Argyle would like to say "hello" again. I know the Graham folks love their football and their town, so we Argyllians will try to mind our manners on the visit. The Eagle Nation enjoys a friendly Friday night battle with good folks that can really appreciate what we bring to the invite, haha. We're not the loudest of fanbases...nor the most in number...but we do try to please with quality play. Our band will sound, and our players will pound....just to let you know we like the company.

regaleagle, will you be at the game?! Remember a meet and greet at the north end at halftime. Largest M&G I've ever attended was in 2010. Brownwood vs Monahans in San Angelo. There had to have been at least 30 in that pic.

*edit... nevermind regaleagle, I didn't see you're earlier post. Good luck to both teams!

[hollywood]

Someone is gonna win and someone is gonna lose tonight but there is lots of football left this season!! So yes we all pray for an injury free game, clean play, and good officiating !!! I hope this game is all it should be !! Meet and greet at the north end at the half !!


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see y'all there boss!!!

Getting closer. I bet the butterflies big right now. Safe travels to all. Hope we get in. Sounds like a record crowd could happen tonight. :eek:

[Sweetwater Red]

I was there. I was standing in between Looking4number8 and 95mustang and L4#8 raised his arms to signal touchdown before the pic
which was blocking me out. So, I started to make my way behind the score board and before I could get in between Rocket and
Lion91(?) and above two of the tres loboes the pic had already been taken.

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/detroit8990/Brownwoodmonahans.jpg

[Inmateboss]

see y'all there boss!!!

Getting closer. I bet the butterflies big right now. Safe travels to all. Hope we get in. Sounds like a record crowd could happen tonight. :eek:

Getting jittery for sure, lots riding on this game!! Hope it's packed for the players sake!! Let's give them all the support!! I'm working security on the north end! Should be by the gate in front of our field house!!


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[skins4life]

Yes they did and my son was a senior that year. That Snyder game was a cold son of a gun at Shotwell.

Yes it was. I believe that's the game we met bobcat1. EZ on the north end if I remember correctly.

[Slick50]

Ralston is a downright beast, bet he had 180 with 4 or 5 tds and bet carried the ball damn near 50 times. Awesome player, but knew he was from last year. What a stud.

[hollywood]

Ralston is a downright beast, bet he had 180 with 4 or 5 tds and bet carried the ball damn near 50 times. Awesome player, but knew he was from last year. What a stud.

He's a workhorse, no question. Argyle's OL was working Graham's DL all night. You're close slick, I saw Ralston had 194 yrds on 46 carries and 4 TD's.

[Inmateboss]

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[bearbear78]

Great game. Congrats to Argyle...nobody beats that team without shutting Ralston down..and thats not a small task. Good field position on the kicking end is dang sure not what you wanna hand a team like Argyle ...good job by the boys tonight

[hollywood]

Great meeting the Graham fans! Class acts. bearbear78, inmateboss, Brian and Andy.. Best of luck to Graham this season! Very good football team. This game lived up to expectations! Back to work next week.

[Slick50]

Not real sure why Graham's corners don't jam receivers like argyles. That really throws the receivers off. Especially if they are small. Argyle had 5-7 yard window all night long. Just my opinion.

[bearbear78]

Not real sure why Graham's corners don't jam receivers like argyles. That really throws the receivers off. Especially if they are small. Argyle had 5-7 yard window all night long. Just my opinion.
It really could have been a different game....but it is what it is.....I hope this game is a learning tool for the boys and coaching staff for later in the season. If not then tonight the battle was pointless . Lets make the changes and adjustments needed and keep on playing hard. Ralstons a beast. JS

[Ville-D]

Great meeting the Graham fans! Class acts. bearbear78, inmateboss, Brian and Andy.. Best of luck to Graham this season! Very good football team. This game lived up to expectations! Back to work next week.


Great meet and greet !! Good to meet everyone !! Be safe on the road!!


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Great game. Congrats to Argyle...nobody beats that team without shutting Ralston down..and thats not a small task. Good field position on the kicking end is dang sure not what you wanna hand a team like Argyle ...good job by the boys tonight



Good meeting everybody tonight. That was a heck of a game. It came down to the final minute.

[bearbear78]

Good meeting everybody tonight. That was a heck of a game. It came down to the final minute.
Yes . Enjoyed meeting and visiting with you guys. Look forward to it again.

[Aguilafanatico]

He's a workhorse, no question. Argyle's OL was working Graham's DL all night. You're close slick, I saw Ralston had 194 yrds on 46 carries and 4 TD's.

Argyle's top Olineman, 6'3 285 LT Matt Hiter was out for this game and they pulled it together and played great. Nick is a workhorse for sure and the Oline continues to impress.

[regaleagle]

Argyle's top Olineman, 6'3 285 LT Matt Hiter was out for this game and they pulled it together and played great. Nick is a workhorse for sure and the Oline continues to impress.

Now they know. We kept it a secret, but he will be back shortly. Up next is Paris, and they ain't no slouch over there in East Texas. We travel to their place next week. They've put up 155 pts. in 4 games(3-1)....the only loss coming against Chapel Hill in a 51-41 battle.

[Celina8]

Congratulations to Argyle, and time to eat a little crow as I actually picked Graham to win this one. Hard fought game by both team. Pretty clear when you have a strong Bull Elephant in the backfield, well you just ride him because he will get you where you need to go. Congrates Argyle.

[slingshot]

Congratulations to Argyle, and time to eat a little crow as I actually picked Graham to win this one. Hard fought game by both team. Pretty clear when you have a strong Bull Elephant in the backfield, well you just ride him because he will get you where you need to go. Congrates Argyle.Same here--after watching both teams up close I honestly thought Graham would win handily... I was wrong. Good job Argyle! Hope we get to meet again later in the year.

[JacketSwarm]

Repeat: Graham by 14...


I've seen them both too... difference maker is the Graham D-line. Argyle's O-line cannot handle them.


Who picked Graham?? Who didn't is easier to answer!! I got a $1.87 that Graham puts the smack down on The defending chumps and another $4.00 that you made a bad bet!!


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yea, just what i thought. where was that d-line for graham? what about that best d in the state? argyle is good but not great yet. argyle pounded the rock over and over and over from what it sounds like. graham had no answer. graham gets no respect because they can't win when they play good competition. maybe one year. good luck.


Fire Away

[JacketSwarm]

Same here--after watching both teams up close I honestly thought Graham would win handily... I was wrong. Good job Argyle! Hope we get to meet again later in the year.

wrong again sling boy. sounds like you picked graham because they beat wylie by more. graham's offense is suspect from what i have heard and their defense is average at best. can't wait until the Jackets get to pound wylie again.


Fire Away

[bearbear78]

wrong again sling boy. sounds like you picked graham because they beat wylie by more. graham's offense is suspect from what i have heard and their defense is average at best. can't wait until the Jackets get to pound wylie again.


Fire Away
If you notice this DB only trolls, and.everything he says is " from what he has heard"....it obvious he doesnt even see the games he runs his holster about lol.....also notice hes very quiet when it doesnt go his way Example: Ville vs LC thread. Nobody has to make you look ignorant jacketwanker....you do a great job of it....its sad the good villers have to call you neighbor

[slingshot]

wrong again sling boy. sounds like you picked graham because they beat wylie by more. graham's offense is suspect from what i have heard and their defense is average at best. can't wait until the Jackets get to pound wylie again.


Fire AwayStill smarting over getting half a hundred hung on you at home in front of a national TV audience by a mediocre 5A team, Huh? You better be worrying about Big Spring first there killer. LMAO...

[bearbear78]

Still smarting over getting half a hundred hung on you at home in front of a national TV audience by a mediocre 5A team, Huh? You better be worrying about Big Spring first there killer. LMAO...
Doubt he watched that game either....probably just
"Heard" about it...he makes it obvious he just wants to yack....but hes not even any good at that

[slingshot]

Doubt he watched that game either....probably just
"Heard" about it...he makes it obvious he just wants to yack....but hes not even any good at thatIt probably ended after his (8th grade?) curfew... Momma wouldn't let him go!

[bearbear78]

It probably ended after his (8th grade?) curfew... Momma wouldn't let him go!
I can see the likelihood of this. LOL

[regaleagle]

After seeing Wylie's team, and following the action closely of Graham and Big Spring, and then watching the Yellowjackets play LC, I'd say that West Texas region over there is nothing but loaded this year. It's gonna be knock down, drag out starting in a couple of weeks....so if I was a poster over there I'd be a little apprehensive about what I wrote, just sayin'. I'd be complimenting my competition all the way to the finish line while cheering my boyz to victories. Good luck over there in Region 1 DI this season. Argyle will be sittin' back and watching the destruction, lol.

[bobcat1]

Yes it was. I believe that's the game we met bobcat1. EZ on the north end if I remember correctly.
You are correct Morris. DaHop was there too.

[bobcat1]

I got back to my brother's house at Lake Graham from dove hunting in Woodson in time to make the game but he had ribeyes and taters with onion, jalapenos and butter along with some pico d'gallo appetizers made up. We decided to turn it on and listen rather than drive up there tired and full. Besides we could have adult beverages at his house. :2thumbsup

We listened to the game and it seems like the wheels kinda fell off for Graham after the pick 6 and the fumble on the next set of downs in the second half. Graham did not quit and I admire that in them.

Nick Ralston is a beast incarnate for sure. Wow, almost 50 carries and several key blocks thrown as well. Hats off to Argyle! I think you may just win it all again! Awesome game Graham.

[Deuce]

I said we had to minimize the damage from Ralston and we would have a good chance. That didn't happen! At the end of the day, the turnovers and dropped passes killed us though. Hats off to Argyle. They are a solid team!
Even though its a loss, it will make Graham a better team moving forward. A buddy of mine summed it up best, "We learned a lot more from this loss than having to play a Breckenridge team and winning 44-0 like last year." Kudos to the coaches for getting a solid predistrict schedule this year.

[hollywood]

Even though its a loss, it will make Graham a better team moving forward. A buddy of mine summed it up best, "We learned a lot more from this loss than having to play a Breckenridge team and winning 44-0 like last year." Kudos to the coaches for getting a solid predistrict schedule this year.

I agree! Sometimes you learn more by failing than succeeding. That's life lessons right there. It's not all about the wins all the time. Some of lifes best lessons are when you fail and learn to get better. Kuddos to Graham on a hard faught game. Argyle was the better team that night.

[bearbear78]

I said we had to minimize the damage from Ralston and we would have a good chance. That didn't happen! At the end of the day, the turnovers and dropped passes killed us though. Hats off to Argyle. They are a solid team!
Even though its a loss, it will make Graham a better team moving forward. A buddy of mine summed it up best, "We learned a lot more from this loss than having to play a Breckenridge team and winning 44-0 like last year." Kudos to the coaches for getting a solid predistrict schedule this year.

Dang good statement....those blowouts are fun but not what we need to find that next gear...last friday night and the AW game is what we need to push the Steers to the next level.

[regaleagle]

I don't think there's any question that Graham is a team that has some serious upside potential this season to go all the way. The unfortunate reality is that there will be a couple of very good teams out of Region 1 D1 this season that will not go as deep as they would if those teams were in a different region. That seems to happen every so often in a stacked region, but not every year. This year it will happen in Region 1 without a doubt. It will be survival of the fittest(healthiest) and luckiest. That's just the way things seem to be destined over there this season.

[bearbear78]

There is still a lot of football to be played. In my opinion the tough battles early on instead of deep in the playoffs will make a much more dangerous contender in the Graham Steers. Id take a SC with a couple Ls on my record vs getting knocked off in the semis and having that L as my elimination game. If Graham goes all the way you can bet your boots ill contribute a portion of the win to the teams to took us to the limit and forced us to play with all we had, showed us our weakness, made us improve and adjust, and made us a battle tested team. The blood, sweat, and, tears are a thing of beauty under the friday night lights of texas. When my son is my age he will still remember the nights he battled the Argyles, Gilmers, Jackets, Dawgs and others I am sure. Thats what its all about and thats why I love this game.

[hollywood]

There is still a lot of football to be played. In my opinion the tough battles early on instead of deep in the playoffs will make a much more dangerous contender in the Graham Steers. Id take a SC with a couple Ls on my record vs getting knocked off in the semis and having that L as my elimination game. If Graham goes all the way you can bet your boots ill contribute a portion of the win to the teams to took us to the limit and forced us to play with all we had, showed us our weakness, made us improve and adjust, and made us a battle tested team. The blood, sweat, and, tears are a thing of beauty under the friday night lights of texas. When my son is my age he will still remember the nights he battled the Argyles, Gilmers, Jackets, Dawgs and others I am sure. Thats what its all about and thats why I love this game.

Fantastic post bearbear78!