The Tolar Rattlers (10-1) will host the Cayuga Wildcats (7-4) in the second round of the 2023 UIL 2A D1 Texas State Football Championships on Friday, November 17th, 2023 at 7pm ET at Tolar – Tolar, TX.

What it is: Texas High School Football
Matchup: Tolar Rattlers vs. Cayuga Wildcats
Time: Friday Nov 17, 2023, 7pm ET
Game Type: Playoffs
Bracket: 2023 UIL 2A D1 Texas State Football Championships
Round: Second Round
Locations: Tolar – Tolar, TX
Live Stream: Watch here

The Rattlers come into this game with a 10-1 record, while the Wildcats have a 7-4 record. The Tolar Rattlers are averaging 46.5 points per game, while the Cayuga Wildcats are averaging 31.3 points per game. The Tolar Rattlers are led by running back Isaac Blessing, who is averaging 75.6 yards per game and 10.5 points per game. The Cayuga Wildcats are led by running back Jakobe Brown, who is averaging 94.0 yards per game and 8.7 points per game.

The Rattlers and Wildcats have never met before.

I predict that the Tolar Rattlers will win this game, 38-28. The Rattlers are playing at home, and they have a more experienced running game in Blessing. The Wildcats will need to find a way to slow down Blessing and the Rattlers’ rushing attack if they want to win this game.

The key to this game will be which team can control the clock and the tempo. The Rattlers are a run-heavy team, while the Wildcats are more balanced. The Rattlers will need to establish their running game and control the clock, while the Wildcats will need to protect their quarterback, Gunner Douglas, and give him time to throw.

I predict that the Tolar Rattlers will win this game, 38-28. The Rattlers are playing at home, and they have a more experienced running game in Blessing. The Wildcats will need to find a way to slow down Blessing and the Rattlers’ rushing attack if they want to win this game.

The game will be broadcast live on the NFHS Network. You can also watch the game on-demand on the NFHS Network app or website.

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