Football Preview: South Lenoir Blue Devils vs. East Duplin Panthers
South Lenoir is 0-6 against East Duplin since September of 2014 but things could change on Friday. The South Lenoir Blue Devils will host the East Duplin Panthers at 7:00 p.m.
South Lenoir is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 15th straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They were dealt a 67-8 loss at the hands of Southwest Onslow.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask East Duplin). They took their game at home on Friday with ease, bagging a 54-0 victory over North Lenoir. The Panthers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by 23 points or more this season.
It was another big night for Shawn Davis, who rushed for 86 yards and three touchdowns on only ten carries. He didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made three total tackles. Another player making a difference was Branson Norris, who rushed for 12 yards and two touchdowns.
East Duplin didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off four passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Ryan Jenkins, Dwayne Davis, Zachary Ball, and Keeshon Mckinnie picked up one apiece.
South Lenoir's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for East Duplin, their win bumped their record up to 3-4.
South Lenoir was dealt a bruising 54-0 loss at the hands of East Duplin in their previous matchup back in October of 2023. Will South Lenoir have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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