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Marion County set to adjust to spread offense

Marion County quarterback Isaiah Sampson (2) runs the ball during the Class 2A quarterfinal football game between Tyner and Marion County Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 in Bob Evans Stadium at Tyner High School.
Marion County quarterback Isaiah Sampson (2) runs the ball during the Class 2A quarterfinal football game between Tyner and Marion County Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 in Bob Evans Stadium at Tyner High School. Marion County quarterback Isaiah Sampson (2) runs the ball during the Class 2A quarterfinal football game between Tyner and Marion County Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 in Bob Evans Stadium at Tyner High School.

By Stephen Hargis 3 min read

MARION COUNTY WARRIORS

Head coach: Joey Mathis (20-8 in two years here and overall)

Returning starters: 5 offensive, 6 defensive

Key players: WR/DL Ermiyas Bowdon (6-2, 220), OL/LB Manny Burkes (5-10, 240), RB/LB Brett Nelson (5-9, 180), RB/LB Alex Nunez (5-11, 175), QB Toney Sampson (6-3, 190).

Team strengths: There is no shortage of potential playmakers on offense, led by Sampson, a three-year starter at quarterback and a dual threat. Nelson, a junior, will become a much bigger part of the offense after the graduation of 2017 state Mr. Football finalist Jacob Saylors.