Football Game Preview: Columbus Wildcats vs. Pekin Panthers

The Columbus Wildcats will face off against the Pekin Panthers on Friday. Columbus has given up an average of 29.8 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Last Friday, Columbus came up short against Wapello and fell 40-27.

Meanwhile, Pekin strolled into their game on Friday with a perfect record and they left with the same. They came within five points of losing the streak, but they secured a 32-27 W against Danville. Pekin's win was all the more impressive since the Bears were averaging only 10.83 points allowed on the season.

Pekin's victory bumped their record up to 6-0. As for Columbus, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4-1.

Columbus took a serious blow against Pekin in their previous matchup back in September of 2024, falling 48-0. Will the Wildcats have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.