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MURFREESBORO - Oakland’s high-powered offense and timely defense propelled the Patriots to a dramatic 49-46 victory over Riverdale in the TSSAA quarterfinals and into the semifinals for the 11th consecutive season. Oakland coach Kevin Creasy talks about how his team beat rival Riverdale in a classic:

Daune Morris and Mr. Football finalist Craig Tutt combined for 403 rushing yards and five touchdowns to help Oakland overcome a 10-point third-quarter deficit. Creasy says Morris is making up for lost time, scoring 11 touchdowns and rushing for over 560-yards in the three playoff games:

In playing in their 11th straight semifinal, the Patriots staff are used to practicing and playing during Thanksgiving break and all but last year, preparing for the same opponent:

Creasy says both teams have one thing in common and one thing Oakland must do better Friday night:

The 12-1 Patriots will host the 12-1 Rebels Friday in a matchup that has become a near-annual tradition for both teams.

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