Kilgore (2-1) at Texarkana Pleasant Grove (3-0): In what could very well be described as a “rock-fight in waiting,” Kilgore will head north to take on Pleasant Grove in a top five 4A matchup that will be the first real elite test for Pleasant Grove. Last week Kilgore gave Gilmer one of their most lopsided defeats in several years as the Bulldogs rolled to a 66-6 victory. Rayshaun Williams rushed for a season-high 209 yards and three touchdowns and returned a kickoff 70 yards for another score to paced Kilgore, which didn’t even need the talents of star QB Kayson Brooks or two-way star LaKeylon Graves. Brooks did play well with 178 yards passing and three scores as Kilgore outgained Gilmer 514-140. Pleasant Grove made quick work last week of 3A Daingerfield as the Hawks rolled to a 49-7 win. The Hawks deep and fast defense has controlled things early on allowing just 16 points in three games. In last week’s win, six different Hawks found the end zone with RB Nick Bells rushing for two scores, while QB Colt Yancey tossed two touchdown passes. This will be the first big test for the Hawks defense as they battle a prolific offense. This was an overtime thriller a year ago and I expect another close one and the edge goes to Kilgore, which has the more balanced offensive attack. Stepp’s Pick: Kilgore by 5
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