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Youth won’t be excuse for Bradley’s Bears

Bradley Central quarterback Dylan Standifer (8) hands the ball off to Nick Howell (3) during the Bradley Central vs. Walker Valley football game Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, at Walker Valley High School in Cleveland, Tenn.
Bradley Central quarterback Dylan Standifer (8) hands the ball off to Nick Howell (3) during the Bradley Central vs. Walker Valley football game Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, at Walker Valley High School in Cleveland, Tenn. Bradley Central quarterback Dylan Standifer (8) hands the ball off to Nick Howell (3) during the Bradley Central vs. Walker Valley football game Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, at Walker Valley High School in Cleveland, Tenn.

BRADLEY CENTRAL BEARS

Head coach: Damon Floyd (73-58 in 12 years here and overall)

Returning starters: 2 offensive, 2 defensive

Key players: WR Saylor Clark (6-1, 180); WR Tray Curry (6-4, 200); NG Parker Johnson (5-7, 210); MLB Hayden Ownbey (6-0, 210); QB Dylan Standifer (5-10,190).

Team strengths: It all begins with the return of Standifer, who earned all-state recognition last year after throwing for more than 2,900 yards and 27 touchdowns. The senior will have to take on even more leadership responsibilities as the only skill-position starter back on offense. Although there is little experience surrounding him, there is no shortage of talent, especially at receiver.