ä I don’t know if I’ve ever seen a defensive playoff run like that of the Farrell Steelers. The only touchdown they gave up in four games was on a trick play that caught them off-guard. The overall speed and quickness is unbelievable.

Coach Jarrett Samuels gave a lot of credit to the defensive line that at times includes James Strozier, Donté Pinkins, Terry Perfilio, Robert Trudo, Leon Avery and others. Even when they aren’t in on the tackles, they tie up the offensive line and allow the linebackers — Ron Jackson, Danny Odem and Jamar Whitman — to run free.

While Farrell and Clairton both have highly touted offenses, I look for Friday’s game to be a low-scoring affair. Both defenses are loaded with speed and quickness.