Virginia's John Hutchins won a BFL at the Potomac River earlier this year. Now he's got his sights set on a higher-level victory.
Hutchins weighed the only 20-pound bag on day 1 of the Potomac River Northern EverStart to build a lead of more than 3 1/2 pounds. Maryland's Walter Snider was 2nd with 17-11.
Here's a look at the Top 10 with 2 days left to fish:
1. John Hutchins: 20-07
2. Walter Snider: 17-11
3. Chris Dillow: 17-01
4. Cory Johnston: 16-09
5. Michael Hall: 16-04
6. (tie) William Kramer: 16-03
6. (tie) Barton Wines: 16-03
8. Mike Hoskings: 15-11
9. Edwin Jackson: 15-09
10. Matt Greenblatt: 15-08