In a preseason opener that was nothing short of an exhibition in dominance, the Force trampled the Wranglers 38-3 on August 12, proving that Coach Jeremy Ramirez’s unit isn’t here to play games, they’re here to make a statement. From the opening kickoff, the Force asserted control and never looked back, leaving the Wranglers fumbling, outpaced, and utterly overmatched at every turn.

The game’s tone was set early when the Wranglers’ Thomas Blocker fumbled right out of the gate, recovered by Brian Cox of the Force, signaling the Wranglers were in for a rough night. Wranglers coach Scott Carraway’s squad couldn’t find a rhythm, and the Force capitalized with precision. Donald Doubledoink opened the scoring with a 43-yard field goal just a minute into the contest, a clear message that the Force offense was dialed in.

Quarterback George Coulter was a maestro on the field, delivering 27 completions on 37 attempts for 285 yards and three touchdown strikes. His connection with tight end Donald Gutierrez was lethal, exemplified by a 29-yard touchdown burst that put the Force up 21-0 early in the third quarter. Gutierrez alone accounted for over 100 receiving yards and a rushing touchdown, proving he’s just as dangerous hauling the rock as he is catching it -- a multidimensional nightmare for any defense.

The running game shined as well, with Steve Webster, the backup QB with wheels like a racehorse, tearing off 146 yards on the ground and adding 23 yards receiving. His dynamic playmaking had the Wranglers defense chasing shadows all night. Moe Lester and Danial Morris also chipped in with rushing touchdowns, adding balance to the assault and keeping the Wranglers’ defense guessing.

Defensively, Jeremy Ramirez’s boys played a clinic. The Force racked up six sacks, with Brian Cox leading the charge with two, while cornerback Terry Jordan was a disruptive force with a sack and forced fumble that helped stifle the Wranglers’ already sputtering offense. The Force defense never allowed an inch, sacking Donald Clevenger multiple times to set up a safety and force turnovers that crushed any hope the Wranglers had of mounting a comeback.

The Wranglers’ offense was a ghost story, managing a mere 81 passing yards and a measly single rushing yard on 18 carries. Their lone points came on a field goal and a 46-yard field goal by Mario Berry. Beyond that, the special teams couldn’t secure basics – a muffed fair catch and missed blocks showed poor discipline. It was hardly the preseason tune-up Wranglers hoped for.

The Force didn’t ease up, punishing every mistake and piling on points with clinical efficiency. Donald Doubledoink was a perfect 3-for-4 on field goals and extra points, adding steady scoring between the touchdowns. Notably, the Force committed no penalties, a testament to their discipline and preparation under Ramirez.

What we saw tonight was not just preseason fluff; it was a preview of a Force squad ready to explode in the regular season. The Wranglers bled all over the field, while the Force showed a ruthless brand of football that left zero doubt about who dominated Atlanta’s gridiron in week one.

If this is any indication of Jeremy Ramirez’s vision in action, the Force will be the team everyone fears. They executed a balanced, aggressive attack on all fronts and wore down an opponent that never found any answers. The Stone Mountain faithful should be buzzing—this Force is a powerhouse ready to roar all season long.