Smith has more size on the OL & DL than last year. Their linebackers are more agressive and the DB's have been locked down this year. Even the teams that have scored against them, have been shut down in the second half. Few teams have scored during the 4th quarter!
Smith's offense hasn't put up the huge numbers that their used to but they still consistently break down their opponents' weaknesses and exploit them with regular efficiency. Shon Mitchell has read defenses well and Bill Dee has them playing his disciplined & grinding offense.
As much of a surprise as last year's team was to beat Ocean Lakes and the nearly knock off Westfield, I think the 2016 version is a better TEAM, overall.
The single weakness is their kicking game. With inconsistent punting and short kick-offs, if they play a Westfield like kicking team, starting field position will be an issue.
Colonial Forge is a good team. They upset Ocean Lakes in 2013 so anything is possible but Oscar Smith hasn't been making the mistakes that usually allow for teams to play above themselves and setup an upset either.
So yes, I expect Smith to return to the State Finals & finally give Shon Mitchell his well deserved championship to cap off a very impressive career at Smith.