HLV is definitely a step down from last year. Last year they had more depth, and were more versatile. Also, Louis Kreigel was quite the athlete on defense! Although, I was still surprised DB blew them out earlier in the year. Just shows how well rounded that DB squad is.
As for NK vs. Meskwaki regarding Grant, that was their main focus in stopping him. From the first possession of the game until the end, it was all, "watch #3!", "get the quarterback!". Which should be done and worked for the most part, but he still had the respect of that NK defense. NK is one of the best teams we've played this year, second to DB.
Also, Grant has gotten bigger through the weight room, but I'm not too sure on him being slower as stated. MAYBE slightly, but he is not one to be brought down easily. I might add that he does play both ways for Meskwaki and leads the state in tackles as well as being in the top ten for Rushing/Passing yards in all classes.
Can't wait to see where the state sends Meskwaki in the coming weeks. As I said in another thread, I'd love the state to send us south to play Moravia rather than going north, but either way it should be a good first round. I also am wondering how the game between HLV and Colo will be next week, because it will show the difference between them and DB.