Football Preview: Warren County Eagles vs. Southside Seahawks
After each having a week off, the Warren County Eagles and the Southside Seahawks will shake off the cobwebs and take on one another at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Warren County's defense has only allowed 12.7 points per game this season, so Southside's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Two weeks ago, everything came up roses for Warren County against Weldon as the squad secured a 42-8 victory. Considering the Eagles have won seven contests by more than 31 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Joel Bryant was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 95 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries.
Warren County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 295 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 184 rushing yards in four consecutive matches.
Warren County wouldn't let Weldon keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Warren County can thank Mekhi Chavis and Mari Hymon for forcing both of them. Chavis has been hot recently, having also posted five or more total tackles the last three times he's played.
Meanwhile, Southside was not able to break out of their rough patch two weeks ago as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were outmatched by East Carteret on the road and fell 41-7.
Warren County's record is now 8-2. As for Southside, their loss dropped their record down to 1-9.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Warren County has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 225.1 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Southside struggles in that department as they've been averaging 217.5. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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