Football Preview: Ellet Orangemen vs. Buchtel Griffins
Ellet is 0-10 against Buchtel since October of 2014 but things could change on Saturday. The Ellet Orangemen will face off against the Buchtel Griffins at 12:00 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Ellet's offense might be in the hot seat on Saturday considering what happened against East on Saturday. They took a blow against the Dragons, falling 42-0. The loss leaves the Orangemen without a win on the season.
Meanwhile, Buchtel scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They fell to Firestone 31-26. The Griffins' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row.
Stevie Diamond put forth a good effort for the losing side as he threw for 154 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 76 yards. Those 76 rushing yards gave him a new career-high.
Ellet's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Buchtel, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-5.
Ellet might still be hurting after the 20-0 loss they got from Buchtel in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Thankfully for Ellet, Wylie Cheairs (who rushed for 117 yards and three touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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