2010 Opponent Preview: Ada Cougars

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	Game Buildup
The Jays and Cougars have scrimmaged over the last couple of seasons, but this time it is for real and in a big way with Ada moving into the district. Both teams are expected to be in the playoffs. A win for Guthrie keeps their mindset on the district championship, and a win for Ada may have them thinking about a hosting a home playoff game.

Season Outlook

The Ada Cougars are still making the adjustments after jumping up to Class 5A. This season they move into the district and will be challenged in the trenches with the bigger athlete's. The Cougars must replace their top player from a year ago, at quarterback. Currently, Chase Robson, a sophomore, appears to be the signal caller, but Ada could switch between two others at the spot. Head coach Matt Weber returns for his second season and is moving players around on the field to try and fit into his scheme's. Ada is a tradition rich schools with multiple state title's. The recent move up to 5A has had some affect on the Cougar football squad, but still are a dangerous team and can not be over looked especially when playing at home.

	Players to Watch
Andrew Scribner (6'0, 255 Sr.) OL Payton Patton (6'5, 222 Sr.) DL Ronald Lucas (5'9, 161 Sr.) Secondary

	Key's vs Ada's Offense
Guthrie must put pressure on the young Ada quarterback. The Coug's are replacing their quarterback, who gave defense's fit with his ability to run outside the pocket. Shutting down the running backs and the running game will be another key as that appears to be the bread and butter for Ada's offense.

	Key's vs Ada's Defense
Ada will have experience up front, but will have some fresh faces at the outside and inside linebacker positions. Guthrie will try and establish a running game, but very well could see a short passing game to try and spread the defense out. The Cougars present two good athlete's in the secondary in Ronald Lucas and Cale Russell so the Jays will need a good offensive plan to have success.

	Game Implications
The Cougars will likely be 1-0 in the district when they face the Jays and the Jays will be coming off an emotional game with Deer Creek in the district opener in Week 4. This game will be big when determining how these teams will finish in the district. An Ada win and they have a great chance of starting out 4-0 in the district. Regardless, both teams look to be in the playoffs.