Tennessee high school football predictions in Columbia area for Week 6

The Tennessee high school football season has reached its midseason.

Here are the top Columbia high school area football games in Week 6 of the TSSAA regular season with predictions for each.

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Game of the week

Tullahoma (2-3, 1-1 in 5-5A) at Columbia (3-2, 1-1)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

Columbia’s defense has been strong so far this year, but it will face a test when Tullahoma comes to town. Columbia’s secondary will be key, tasked with slowing down receiver Khani Johnson and the Wildcats’ offense, which has scored at least 21 points in every game this season. A solid defensive showing along with another impressive performance on the ground from Justis Haggard should see the Lions improve to 2-1 in Region 5-5A.

Prediction: Columbia 24, Tullahoma 20

Watch on NFHS Network:Tullahoma at Columbia

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Columbia Academy (3-2) at Ezell-Harding (2-3)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

Expect plenty of points from Columbia Academy in Week 6, as it takes on an Ezell-Harding team that’s struggled on both ends of the ball this season. This likely means a big game from running back Montae Baldwin, but look to quarterback Stephen Nieves for a standout performance as well. On defense the Bulldogs should impress once again, after holding DCA’s typically high-powered offense to seven points last week.

Prediction: Columbia Academy 45, Ezell-Harding 17

Watch on NFHS Network:Columbia Academy at Ezell-Harding

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Spring Hill (1-4, 0-1 in 5-5A) at Lawrence County (1-4, 0-2)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Thursday

After its first win of the season last week, Spring Hill could find itself in a battle against Lawrence County, with both sides looking for a first win in regional play. While Lawrence County’s defense has been shaky at times this season, the Raiders may struggle to keep up with the production of the Wildcats’ run game, led by Carter Pettigrew.

Prediction: Lawrence County 24, Spring Hill 17

Watch on NFHS Network:Spring Hill at Lawrence Co.

Lewis County (2-3, 1-2 in 5-2A) at Mt. Pleasant (5-0, 3-0)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

After holding Summertown to 13 points last week, Mt. Pleasant will need another staunch defensive outing against Lewis County. Lewis County’s offense has found a rhythm recently, scoring 76 points over its last two games, but Mt. Pleasant has the defensive talent to slow the Panthers down. With the variety of weapons the Tigers have on offense, anyone could step up and have a big game, but keep an eye on JP Easterling after he ran for three touchdowns last week.

Prediction: Mt. Pleasant 28, Lewis County 14

Watch on NFHS Network:Lewis Co. at Mt. Pleasant

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Independence (0-5, 0-1 in 6-6A) at Ravenwood (5-0, 1-0)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

Independence’s gauntlet of a schedule continues against Ravenwood, one of Class 6A’s top teams. While the Eagles have improved on offense after two scoreless games to start the season, the Raptors defense has allowed just 33 points through five games. Expect another strong defensive outing from Ravenwood, led by Matt Anderson and Auburn commit Donovan Starr.

Prediction: Ravenwood 28, Independence 7

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Summit (1-4, 0-1 in 6-6A) at Franklin (3-2, 1-0)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

The Spartans offense has struggled to produce as of late and that trend could continue against Franklin, which has only allowed 17 points over the past two weeks. Summit’s success in the run game will be the determining factor. If Mason McEhaney and Dillon Pierce can each rack up plenty of yards on the ground, the Spartans could pull the upset. A Franklin win puts the Admirals in a prime spot for a playoff berth.

Prediction: Franklin 31, Summit 10

Watch on NFHS Network:Summit at Franklin

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Summertown (4-1, 2-1 in 5-2A) at Harpeth (2-3, 1-2)

Time: 7 p.m. When: Friday

Despite suffering its first loss of the season last week, Summertown’s defense continued to impress, and that trend should continue against Harpeth. Summertown had begun to find its form on offense heading into last week’s game, and while Mt. Pleasant held the Eagles to 13 points, expect quarterback Jaden Stoll to rekindle the fire this week.