2A-I Region I:Amarillo River Road (9-3) vs. Brady (12-0), 6 p.m. Friday, Odessa's Ratliff Stadium
Can River Road pull off its third consecutive playoff upset? And at what point is a River Road win no longer an upset? With wins over Muleshoe and Littlefield, River Road has established that it's a legitimate contender. But unbeaten Brady still has to be the favorite thanks to an outstanding running game that has allowed the Bulldogs to win all but one game this season by at least 14 points.
Prediction: River Road 28, Brady 27
Jerry Forrest's pick: Brady by 3
2A-I Region II:Pilot Point (12-0) vs. Godley (12-0), 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Saginaw HS
This is arguably the marquee matchup in Class 2A, with two unbeaten powerhouses facing off for the Region II title. Pilot Point RB Jarman Johnson is simply one of the most electric players left in the playoffs, and he has played his best in the biggest games, including a 300-yard game in the regular-season finale against Aubrey. Godley counters with an awesome defense that has pitched four shutouts. Godley has won every game this year by at least 17 points.
Prediction: Pilot Point 34, Godley 28
Jerry Forrest's pick: Godley by 1
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