7. Lafayette (Oxford, Miss.), 32 straight
Lafayette, shown here celebrating a 2010 title, has a new coach to help keep its streak alive.
Photo by Chris Evans
The two-time Class 4A state champions will be under a new coach, Eric Robertson, after Anthony Hart elected to concentrate on athletic director duties.
With nine returning starters – five on defense – Robertson counts heavily on
Brandon Mack making a successful move from receiver to quarterback. The 6-1, 180-pounder, who runs 40 yards in 4.5 seconds, led the Commodores in receiving as a junior. The Commodores will have good athletes at the skill positions, but their lines will be young.
The streak will be strongly tested in the opener against Tupelo (Miss.) and soon afterwards against rival Oxford (Miss.).
