Chris Garrett & Tupelo vs South Panola analysis

Just got back from the Tupelo vs South Panola game. Tupelo had a chance to end South Panolas 82 game winning streak tonight but failed to convert on a two point conversion with just over 1 minute remaining in the game to lose 14-13.
Tupelo struggled early on offense, trying to establish the run against a great run defense. The were very conservative in the first half using runs and bubble screens. They consistantly were in a bad down and distance situation on 3rd down. On there few shots down the field in the first half Garrett threw the ball well but his receivers were dropping a lot of well thrown balls. Tupelos lone scoring threat in the first half ended with a bad snap from center from the shotgun on 4th and goal from the 5 yard line. Tupelo trailed 7-0 at the half.
The second half Tupelo looked like a different team. They used a rolling pocket to buy Garrett some extra time to throw. Garrett easily moved the ball down the field with a short passing game. His throws were crisp and right on the money. He converted 4 of 4 fourth downs in the second half, all on passes. He stood in the pocket and took hits and still put the ball on the money. I don't have his stats for the game yet but they won't tell the tale of his leadership down the stretch against a team that just demolished the #1 6A team in Florida. I've been saying that I would reserve judgement on Garrett until after this game and I have to say that he passed with flying colors. Great pick-up for Les Miles in my opinion.
I'll post the stats tomorrow.