Opponent Preview: Euclid (Week 10)

Week 10

Who: Euclid Panthers

What: Greater Cleveland Conference game

Where: Jerome T Osborne Stadium

When: October 22nd at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Ricky Lytle (1st season at Euclid)

History: Mentor and Euclid have been on each other's schedules for many years whether it was in conference or out of conference. The Cardinals have a 27-17 record in the overall series. Mentor is 12-1 against Euclid since 2008. 

Looking Back...
The Panthers finished 4-2 in the regular season, which included impressive wins over Medina (Region 1 finalist), Cleveland Heights, and Brunswick. Euclid lost to Strongsville and Mentor (27-12) during the regular season. After shutting out Elyria in the first playoff game, Euclid lost to St Ignatius in the playoffs. The Panthers had a strong run since joining the GCC, making the playoffs each season since 2015. Rotsky brought the program back into relevance with six playoff wins over the past six seasons. The continued thorn in their side would be St Ignatius and St Edward. The Panthers are 0-8 against those two since 2015, including losing all six playoff games. Key graduated starters from last season include Division I commits like WR Armond Scott (Kentucky), DB Atiba Fitz (Akron), DB Cam Smith (Eastern Michigan), and DB Michael Gravely Jr (Michigan State). 

Schedule...
Euclid's schedule has a lot of the top programs in NEO. It starts with two big non-conference games against Massillon (DII runners-up in 2020) and St Ignatius. These are easily the two biggest non-conference games on their schedule. Hudson is on the schedule a season after advancing to the regional final in DII. Aurora is one of the top programs in DIII, having missed the playoffs just once since 2005. Cleveland Heights is a team with plenty of talent and potential. The non-conference schedule is going to have no weeks off. The league schedule is always tough with teams like Mentor and Medina at the top. With those two being the favorites in the GCC, Euclid will need a win against at least one in order to compete for the league title. Since 2015, Euclid is 16-2 against the Westside schools of the GCC (Medina, Brunswick, and Strongsville). In the recent MaxPreps pre-season rankings for Ohio, four of Euclid's opponents are in the statewide Top 25 rankings. From top to bottom, this is one of the most difficult schedules in Ohio. 

2021 Euclid Outlook...
Jeff Rotsky is a polarizing figure, but it would be tough to argue against the belief that the Euclid football program was riding high during his six seasons at the helm. Before Rotsky came, Euclid hadn't won a playoff game since 1993. Since his arrival, he guided the Panthers to six playoff wins as they have made the postseason every year. The roster numbers were higher than usual. The school built one of the best football stadiums in the state. With Rotsky leaving Euclid for VASJ, the program is now in the hands of a former assistant coach, Rick Lytle. He has some big shoes to fill after Rotsky, but the foundation and culture he is inheriting is solid. Offensively, three-year starter Claishon Ivory is the biggest returning name. The senior receiver has been All-District the past two seasons. Ivory has multiple DI college offers and is going to be one of the top at his position in the area. The backfield will feature a couple of first year starting juniors: QB Deonte Rucker and RB Leroy Billips. Graduation and transfers will mean a lot of new faces on offense. Davon Morrison is one of the returning offensive lineman, but the majority of last year's starters need to be replaced. The Panthers are historically a program that is built on the run, so this team will go as far as the running game will take them.  

Defensively, the Panthers also graduate a ton of talent at all three levels. After fielding one of the most talented group of defensive backs in the state, new starters will need to step up against high powered passing offenses in the league like Medina and Mentor. There are a lot of holes to fill on the line as well. The most talented returning player on defense is junior linebacker Ryan Merrill. As a sophomore, Merrill earned First Team All-District. 

With a new coach, many new starters, and a grueling schedule - this season will be a challenge for Euclid. Finishing with a winning record in the regular season would be quite an accomplishment. 

Next Preview: Mentor

Opponent Preview: Strongsville (Week 9)

Week 9

Who: Strongsville Mustangs (2-4 in 2020)

What: Greater Cleveland Conference game

Where: Pat Catan Stadium

When: October 15th at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Lou Cirino (5th year at Strongsville, 66-45 overall coaching record)

History: These two have played every season since 2006. During that time, Mentor leads the series 14-2. Strongsville won both meetings in 2008 (including a playoff rematch). Mentor beat the Mustangs last season, 41-7. 

Looking Back…

The Mustangs played five GCC games during the shortened 2020 regular season. They finished the grind with a 2-3 record. The most impressive win of their season was a 35-26 upset against Euclid. Their first playoff game was a rematch with Medina. The Mustangs season ended with a 37-7 loss at the hands of the Bees, who would eventually advance to the Region 1 final. Three of their four losses were against Mentor/Medina, the two regional finalists. Even though Strongsville could've added games onto their schedule after the playoff loss per the special circumstances of the 2020 season, the Mustangs didn't add any additional games. Among the standout seniors that graduated were Second Team All-District defenders Jack Stephenson and Kyle Patrick.  

Schedule…

The Mustangs' nonleague schedule begins the season with a couple schools from the Southwest Conference: Avon Lake and Midview. The Shoremen were one of the top teams in DII last season. Midview is a game that Strongsville should be favored in. Brecksville follows in Week 3. The Bees are coming off a strong season in which they won their first two playoff games before being knocked out by Avon, the eventual Region 6 champs. Cleveland Heights is the lone DI team on their non-conference schedule. The Tigers are pretty talented and will be a favorite to win the Lake Erie League. Dover is a fifth non-conference opponent. In the league, Strongsville has been close to a .500 team in GCC play (12-14 record) since Cirino took over. Most of those losses came at the hands of Mentor, Euclid, and Solon. Last year's win over Euclid snapped a 30-game losing streak to that trio. Since 2009, the Mustangs are 1-31 against the Big Three of the GCC. Now that Medina has become a major factor in the league and region, Strongsville's league schedule becomes even more daunting. The playoffs are assured, but the Mustangs will look to get some big wins in the GCC in order to avoid a more difficult Week 11 playoff opponent. 

2021 Strongsville Outlook…

If you see Strongsville this season, the first player that will stand out will be senior tackle Blake Miller (6'6, 300). The lineman has been a mainstay for the Mustangs since he was a freshman. Miller is a Clemson-commit after choosing the Tigers over offers from Ohio State, Michigan, Florida, and many others. The offensive line isn't just about Miller. Senior Andrew Hudak is one of the better lineman in the league. QB Maddux Beard got some starts as a sophomore before taking over full time in 2020. He returns as a three-year varsity starter, so expect his experience to be an important part of the team's success. Beard is a dual threat QB that demonstrates a lot of ability to run the football in addition to his growth in the passing game. 

Defensively, the linebacker position looks to be a strength with some key returning starters that include Michael Novak and Anthony Gentile. Novak led the defense in tackles last season as a sophomore. The team graduated the core of their secondary, so replacing this group will be key to stopping the dangerous passing games in the league. Up front, the defensive line will have some new faces too.

The strong line play and the experience of Beard should help put the team in good positions to win. Several new starters on defense will make for a difficult transition against the best teams on the schedule. Cirino has the program going in the right direction, but they are still looking for the program's first playoff win since 2008's magical run to the regional final. 

Next: Euclid (Week 10)

Opponent Preview: Solon (Week 8)

Week 8

Who: Solon Comets

What: Greater Cleveland Conference game

Where: Solon's Stewart Field

When: October 8th at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Brian Wisniewski (first year as head coach)

History: Up until last season's COVID interruption, these two programs had played every season since the late 90's. Mentor narrowly leads the overall series, 14-12. Solon leads the regular season series 12-10, but the Cards have won all four playoff matchups (2002, 2006, 2007, 2011). 

Looking Back...
Mentor won the last game these two played in 2019, 41-7. It was the most lopsided game in the series since a 2006 playoff game that Mentor won, 45-0. In 2020, Solon had an extra unusual season as the school delayed fall sports longer than most. The Comets didn't play their first game until Week 4. Without a full participation in league play, Solon and Mentor did not play. After losing their first three games played in the regular season, the Comets lost 42-14 in their opening playoff game to St Ignatius. Solon was able to get a couple games in after the playoff loss, which included wins over Shaker Heights and Berea. The overall 2021 record was 2-4. Three-year varsity standouts that were pivotal to the team included QB Pat McQuaide, DE Najee Goode (Northwestern), and RB Khalil Eichelberger. A First Team All-District player, Eichelberger led the offense in rushing yards, receiving yards, and total touchdowns. 

Schedule...
Three of Solon's non-conference opponents (Twinsburg, Stow, and Hudson) play in the Suburban League. Hudson and Stow are both going to be among NEO's top teams this season. Hudson is coming off a season in which they won their first eight games before falling to eventual state champion Hoban in the regional final. Stow is a darkhorse in Region 1 as they have several talented players that have DI college offers. The Comets went out of state to add Erie Cathedral Prep, one of the top programs in Pennsylvania. Shaker Heights returns to the schedule. In the league, Solon will have some difficult games with top area teams like Medina and Mentor. Euclid, Brunswick, and Strongsville also are formidable opponents. Solon has a schedule that will pose a lot of challenges for them. While making the playoffs in the expanded field in Region 1 is a near certainty, the Comets could use a few big wins in the league in order to line up for a more reasonable path beginning in Week 11. 

2021 Solon Outlook...
The Comets enter a new era for the program after longtime coach Jim McQuaide retired from coaching. Brian Wisniewski takes over after serving as the team's defensive coordinator previously. McQuaide's son Pat was the starting quarterback since his freshman season, so the offense will be looking for a new signal-caller. Offensively, this will be a transition without McQuaide/Eichelberger in the backfield. Junior WR Joel Kpassou was second on the team (behind Eichelberger) in catches, yards, and touchdowns last season. He will be a key part of this offense. As for the all-important QB position, look for either Charlie Bubonics or Andrew Mulvaney to get the opportunity. Solon has long been a program that builds their offense on the running game. Replacing Eichelberger will not be easy. Up front, the offensive line has some size and returning experience led by junior Chase Johnson. 

Solon has been one of the most consistently good teams on the defensive side of the ball in Northeast Ohio. That shouldn't change in 2021. It starts up front with two-way starter Johnson. At the other defensive end position, senior and three-year starter Jakob Oldenburg is moving up from linebacker. Jamari Holmes is a talented junior that returns at tackle and is a big time player in the middle of the defensive line. At linebacker, Markell Green is a three-year starter. Green was one of the leading tacklers the past two seasons and he is the next in the line of great linebacking play in the program. Kpassou is a two-way starter that is an impact player in the secondary. The strength of the Comets should be on defense. 

Like most of the GCC teams, the schedule is pretty challenging. Solon has beaten the Cards three times since 2015, but they are in a bit of a rebuild with graduating key starters as well as the retirement of McQuaide. But the Comets might surprise the area as their defense could help carry them to some big wins. 

Next Preview:  Strongsville (Week 9)

Pre-Season All-GCC Team

Offense

QB Drew Allar, Medina - This Penn State recruit is the most talented player in the league. He is on the short list for Mr Football favorites after a season in which he threw for 2,857 yards and 26 TD's. 

RB Brenden Panhorst, Mentor - The most experienced returning back in the league, Panhorst split carries with Riley Coughlin to pile up nearly 600 rushing yards and 4 TD's in 2020. 

WR Connin Som, Brunswick - Som was a big playmaker at receiver for the Blue Devils last season and he's a two-way player that is also a key part of their secondary.

WR Evan Harper, Mentor - An explosive athlete with good size, Harper figures to be QB Jacob Snow's top target. He showed flashes of excellence in 2020 with 8 TD's and averaging over 20 yards per reception.

WR Claishon Ivory, Euclid - A three-year starter, Ivory followed up a huge sophomore season with another All-District year in 2020. Now a senior, Ivery has an offer from Kentucky. 

WR Drew Hensley, Medina - With his talented brother graduated, expect Drew to step up and become one of the top playmakers in a high-powered Medina offense. 

OL Blake Miller Strongsville - The 6'6, 315-pound tackle is one of the top at his position in the country. Miller chose Clemson over Ohio State, Florida, and a host of other big time schools.

OL Ethan Bostleman, Mentor - The senior tackle had an impressive 2020 that earned him all-league status. He will be the anchor for Mentor's line this season. 

OL Evan Sevatsos, Brunswick - A state qualifier in wrestling, Sevatsos earned all-league honors and All-District recognition last season. 

OL Andrew Hudak, Strongsville - A tough and bruising guard that earned all-league honors with his strong play in 2020. 

OL Jamari Holmes, Solon - An impactful two-way player for the Comets as just a sophomore in 2020. Holmes will be a force in the trenches this season. 

Defense

DL Ryan Ferrell, Medina - A key part of Medina's improved defense last season, Ferrell (6'3, 240) is a force at the defensive end position.

DL Nick Manley, Medina - After an impactful junior season that saw him earn First Team All-District, Hanley (6'4, 270) picked up an offer from Penn. 

DT Chase Johnson, Solon - The big senior lineman with college football in his future will see time on both sides of the ball.

DE Brenan Vernon, Mentor - A starter since a freshman, Vernon (6'5, 245) is one of the top recruits in the 2023 class as he committed to Notre Dame. 

LB Matt Hamula, Medina - The senior led the Bees in tackles last season and earned First Team All-District and all-league honors.

LB Ryan Merrill, Euclid - Still just a junior, Merrill had a spectacular sophomore season that saw him earn First Team All-District honors. 

LB Markell Green, Solon - A three-year starter, Green was on this list last season and is is in line for a big senior year.

DB Mike Harrison, Mentor - A season after leading the Cardinals in interceptions, expectations are high for the senior corner.

DB David Hamrick, Brunswick - With eight interceptions in 2020, Hamrick proved to be one of the most effective playmakers at his position in the area.

DB Keon Johnson, Medina - A talented part of Medina's secondary, Johnson has some DII offers that should see him play at the next level.

DB Jajuan Jackson, Medina - This three-year starter has earned All-District recognition for two seasons in a row. Jackson is also an impact player on offense with being a top target for Allar. 

Opponent Preview: Medina (Week 7)

Week 7

Who: Medina Bees (6-4 in 2020)

What: Greater Cleveland Conference game

Where: Jerome T Osborne Stadium

When: October 1st at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Larry Laird (6th season at Medina, 31-22 record)

History: Mentor has played Medina nine times in league play since 2011, winning all of them. The two met in the first game of the season in 2020 as Mentor held onto a tough victory that was closer than the final score indicated. With a rematch in the regional final, the Cardinals played their best game of 2020 with a dominant 49-14 victory at home against the red hot Bees. 

Looking Back...

Medina had their most incredible wins in program history as they compiled back-to-back wins over St Edward and St Ignatius in the playoffs. Mentor has accomplished that feat three times since 2012, so they know first hand how impressive that is. The Bees had a roller coaster regular season and finished with a 3-3 record. Losses to Euclid, Brunswick, and Mentor meant the Bees finished a surprising 4th in the GCC. However, the team chemistry and health came together for a memorable playoff run. A season after surrendering 73 points in a loss to St Edward, the Bees defense showed much improvement in a 35-31 upset win over the top seeded Eagles. The win in the regional semifinal over St Ignatius was as big of a win as any in Medina's program history. QB Drew Allar and WR Luke Hensley (now at Youngstown State) earned the majority of the praise on offense as the two were All-Ohio standouts. Departed seniors that earned First Team All-District in 2020 include Hensley (Offensive Player of the Year), LB Nathan Spatny (Ashland), OL Otto Weight (Butler) and DL/RB Dorian Boyland (Drake). 

Schedule...

The non-conference schedule is highlighted by Avon, a program that has advanced to the state semifinals in Division II for four straight seasons. County rival Wadsworth is back on the schedule and is an important game for both programs each season. Stow is a team with a handful of super talented players that will be playing major college football. Warren Harding and Lorain are two programs on the rise. Games against longtime conference foes Brunswick and Strongsville feel like must-win games. The Bees have struggled against the Big Three (Mentor, Euclid, and Solon) of the GCC. Medina is just 4-16 against those three schools since the inception of the league in 2015. In order to meet their expectations of winning the league, they will need to check off wins against all of them. The schedule has plenty of opportunity for Medina to show just how serious this team is about competing for a Region 1 title once again. A perfect season is in reach, and it would be quite impressive considering the opponents on the schedule. 

2021 Medina Outlook...

Offensively, Medina brings back super quarterback Drew Allar. The Penn State commit is one of the most coveted recruits at his position in the country. After getting a few starts late in his sophomore season, Allar took full reigns of the starting job in 2020. He capped off an All-Ohio junior season with 2,857 yards and 26 TD's. Now an experienced and talented senior, Allar is going to be a problem for every opposing defense. Expect Drew Hensley (younger brother of Luke) and junior Brennan Schramm to be among Allar's top targets at receiver. Matt Spatny (6'3, 245) is a three year starter that is a versatile player for the Bees in playing a variety of positions on both sides of the ball. Over the past few seasons, Coach Laird has utilized a lot of empty backfield looks with 5 wideouts, but the offense is at its best when it is more balanced with a running attack. Last year's back  graduated, so the Bees will need to find a good replacement to take some of the pressure off Allar and the passing game. The offensive line was pretty senior heavy in 2020. The new starters up front will play a big role in the success of the offense. With Allar running the show, expect this offense to be as good as any on Mentor's schedule. 

Defensively, Medina took some positive strides forward last season. The Bees have multiple returning starters at all three levels of the defense. The line is big and experienced with Ryan Farrell (6'3, 240), Mason Pogue (6'5, 240), and Nick Manley (6'4, 270) leading the way. At linebacker, Medina returns Spatny in addition to senior Matt Hamula, the leading tackler for the Bees last season. Hamula was First Team All-District in 2020. Talented corners JaJuan Jackson and Keon Johnson should be two of the best in the GCC. Jackson is a three-year starter, has earned All-District recognition each of the previous two seasons, and will also be a factor as a receiver on offense as well. 

Coach Larry Laird has guided Medina to five playoff wins, which accounts for all of the postseason wins in program history. Expectations have never been higher for the Bees. Behind Allar and a deep senior class, this team has what it takes to make another deep November run. 

Next Preview: Solon (Week 8)

Opponent Preview: Brunswick (Week 6)

Week 6

Who: Brunswick Blue Devils 

What: Greater Cleveland Conference game

Where: Jerome T Osborne Stadium

When: September 24th at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Mark Pinzone (5th season at Brunswick, 18-21 record)

History: Mentor has won twelve in a row (including playoff wins in 2014 and 2021) over Brunswick since the two joined the same league in 2011. One of the biggest games in the history of both programs was a state semifinal matchup in 2007 that pitted two all-time greats at their respected programs: Bart Tanski and Sean Bedevelsky. Mentor defeated Brunswick, 39-14, and went on to their second straight DI state championship game. 

Looking Back...

Last season, Brunswick put up a much improved effort against Mentor in the playoff loss (37-21) after getting shutout, 38-0, in the regular season game. After a great 15-year run under legendary coach Rich Nowak that included multiple league championships and two regional titles, the Blue Devils are taking some positive steps toward building a winning program again. Pinzone has helped guide the Blue Devils to consecutive winning seasons, including a very successful 2020. Brunswick earned one of their biggest regular season wins in years against county rival (and eventual regional finalist) Medina. They had playoff wins against Jackson and Canton McKinley. The latter of which was an impressive upset (27-14) over the the Bulldogs, who were the #3 seed in Region 1. It advanced Brunswick to the regional semifinal, their first appearance in that round since 2008. The 2020 season was led by a large group of impactful seniors like lineman Tomas Rimac (West Virginia), QB Jake Scherette, and a trio of talented linebackers: Andrew Haber, Kyle Scherette, and Quintyn McKinley. 

Schedule...

One big addition to the schedule is DII power Avon, a program that has won Region 6 for four straight seasons. The game with the Eagles will be Brunswick's most challenging non-conference game. Hudson and Olmsted Falls are on the schedule. The two are among NEO's better DII programs. Brunswick also has Highland and Toledo Waite on the schedule. In the league, the GCC is down to just five league games. The Blue Devils have had their hands full against the trio of Mentor, Euclid, and Solon since the GCC formed in 2015. During the past six seasons, Brunswick is 0-18 against these three teams that have routinely finished at the top of the league. Duplicating last year's surprise win against Medina will be especially more difficult this season as the Bees are one of the frontrunners in Region 1. Longtime league rival Strongsville is Brunswick's best opportunity for a league victory. 

2021 Brunswick Outlook...

After a season-ending injury to QB Jake Scherette, Ethan Fritz was given the difficult job of trying to replace the two-year starting captain. Fritz handled the responsibility well and helped guide Brunswick to back-to-back playoff wins. During the upset victory over McKinley, completed 10 of 16 passes for 121 yards. This was a week after a three touchdown effort in a playoff win over Jackson, which was Brunswick's first postseason win since 2008. Connin Som and JD Serwatka return at receiver. Both will provide Fritz with some playmaking ability that will keep opposing defenses on their toes. The offensive line will be led by the sole returning starter, tackle Evan Sevastos. Last season, Sevastos started at right tackle and earned all-league honors. Sevastsos, a talented two way athlete, is coming off a junior season that saw him qualify for the state wrestling tournament. With some experience in big games behind him, expect the Blue Devils to rely more on their experienced QB along with the Som/Serwatka duo will give the offense a boost.

Defensively, the Blue Devils were very good last season. The vast majority of their defense were seniors, but the cupboard is not bare. In the secondary, the Blue Devils bring back David Hamrick - a First Team All-District defensive back. The Blue Devils utilize a lot of two way players. Som is another potential impact player in the secondary. He made a big impression in the win over McKinley by returning an interception for a score early in the game. The secondary should be a unit of strength as safety Luke Petrowski also is a returning starter. The Blue Devils will have some big shoes to fill at linebacker at defensive end. Even while the program is moving in the right direction, the league is incredibly tough at the top and there is no time for rebuilding. In order to have a winning season for the third consecutive season, the first year starters on defense and the offensive line will need to step up. 

Next Preview: Medina (Week 7)

Opponent Preview: Football North (Week 5)

Week 5

Who: Clarkson Football North (Canada)

What: Non-league game

Where: Jerome T. Osborne Stadium 

When: September 17 at 7:00pm

Opposing Coach: Larry Jusdanis

History: Mentor welcomed our neighbors from the North during 2019 in a storm-shortened game that could only get one half of play before it was called. Mentor won the game, 28-15. Due to COVID, the two were unable to play each other last season.

Looking Back...
Football North is a Canadian football academy school that aims to be a big time attraction for the best of the best in Canada, and even some players from the United States. Unable to cross the border in 2020, Football North didn't have the kind of season they were hoping. Games against US teams were all cancelled. They normally play a rugged schedule, including a bunch against some of the top teams in Ohio. Overall, their record in 2019 was 3-6. But they found a way to win a couple games against Ohio teams (St Ignatius and Lorain) while having competitive losses against Mentor and Elder. Football North spent the last 12 months focusing on practice, training, scrimmages, attending camps, etc. 

Schedule...
Due to their chase of playing high profile teams, Football North has one of the most grueling schedules in North America. In the past few years, the Ohio teams on their schedule are among the four best programs in the state: St Ignatius, St Edward, St Xavier, and Mentor are among the typical scheduled teams. For 2021, only Mentor and St Edward remain. They also play some top notch programs from other states. Due to their demanding schedule, wins are not easy to come by. 

2021 Football North Outlook...
Unlike a lot of HS football teams, the number one score card for Football North is not necessarily wins and losses. The development and promotion of players to make it to college football is their top priority. Because of that, their roster is almost entirely filled with guys that are aiming to play some level of college football (either in the states or in Canada) in their future. It starts at the all-important position of QB. Callum Wither (6'4, 210) has joined Football North this season. Wither was offered by a handful of programs in the MAC before committing to play quarterback at Ohio University. RB Omarion Martin (9 carries for 66 yards and a TD as sophomore against Mentor in 2019) is primed for a big 2021. Martin boasts an offer from Central Michigan. Fellow back Donavin Milloy is another talented player to watch out for. Milloy recently got an offer from UMass and will be a key playmaker on this offense. Football North is not short on size and speed at the receiver position. Micah Dennie is a speedster with an offer from West Virginia. Football North has plenty of size and talent on the lines. Mateo Lucero (6'5, 285) and Vincent Ramolli (6'8, 335) are a couple of starting linemen that have both been offered by Texas State. 

On defense, there is plenty of college talent on the field. It starts at the all-pivotal defensive end positions. Football North has some good ones. Ishmael Findlayter is a 6'4, 230-pound defensive end with multiple DI offers. Kumail Khilji (6'4, 245) is at the other end position and he isn't far behind with the offers. There is plenty of size up front on both sides of the ball. 

It can't be denied that there are a lot of individually talent players on this roster. They have many guys that will be playing college football. On an individual level, Mentor won't have the kind of talent that Football North has. But Mentor's advantages will include consistency, depth, and continuity. It will be a very interesting matchup. 

Next Preview: Brunswick (Week 6)