Moore vs. Southmoore Capsule...

By Justin Hite

Moore Lions (0-2) at Southmoore SaberCats (2-0)
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Where: Moore Stadium

Moore (0-2)
Why the Lions can win: It’s obvious that the Lions are a completely different football team this season. Still loaded with juniors, the Lions will get better every week as that group gains experience. The defense has been the most impressive — only giving up five touchdowns in two games.

Southmoore SaberCats (2-0)
Why the SaberCats can win: There are plenty of options around sophomore quarterback Tre Edwards. Andrew Long can take it to the house on any play, but the real surprise is tight end Jackson Stallings. Stallings has become a major threat for the SaberCats’ offense.

Key matchup: Tre Edwards vs. Moore defense. The Lions’ defense has improved every week and Moore will lean on the unit against a sophomore quarterback. Meanwhile, Edwards will take his place behind center for his first high school start.

The pick: Southmoore 31, Moore 7. Southmoore’s offense will take a hit without Kendal Thompson behind center, but an improving defense will slow down the Lions. At the end of the day, Southmoore will have a little too much for Moore.