Opening Drive (Aug. 21): Getting closer

Believe it or not, there is actually one game in Tennessee being played this evening – Whitwell at East Ridge. That’s because a scheduling snafu left Whitwell with two games in Week 1. They’ll play tonight and Saturday at Bledsoe County. Wild.

Tullahoma’s at Shelbyville on Thursday night in the game closest to Nashville. As for the 615 area, we’re waiting for Friday.

Our Week 1 episode of the 615Preps Podcast is being recorded tonight, with Lebanon head coach Chuck Gentry and Gallatin head coach Chad Watson joining us ahead of their season-opening clash on Friday. Follow us on Twitter @615_Preps, and catch up on news from around the region:

Dickson County’s Tre’vonn Rybka commits to Kentucky football over Tennessee, others | Tennessean

One big recruiting decision is done.

Former Pearl-Cohn star finds his way back to football at East Nashville | Tennessean (subscription content)

Good profile on Rashad Mason to check out this morning, as the former Firebird standout is now the offensive coordinator at East Nashville.

Tennessee Super 25 high school football poll | Tennessean (subscription content)

The first statewide top 25 poll is out.

Rankin’s return adds hype to Blackman-Alcoa season opener | Daily News Journal

Saturday’s clash had firepower built in to begin with.

Video: What to expect Week 1 of high school football | Daily News Journal

The DNJ crew takes a look at Rutherford County season openers.

Football Preview: Young, talented Spartans ready to make noise | Williamson Herald

Football Preview: Still adjusting to 6A, Independence seeks return to top tier | Williamson Herald