Football Preview: Meridian Yellowjackets vs. Mart Panthers
Meridian hasn't had much luck against Mart recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Meridian Yellowjackets will welcome the Mart Panthers at 7:00 p.m.
Meridian is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Friday. They were beaten by Wortham 70-14.
Meanwhile, Mart entered their tilt with Hubbard on Friday with five consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with six. They claimed a resounding 82-0 victory over the Jaguars at home. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for D'Angelo Rhodes, who threw for 145 yards and five touchdowns while completing 87.5% of his passes. The team also got some help courtesy of De?Montrel Medlock, who gained 81 total yards and three touchdowns.
Mart didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Medlock and Caderian Franklin.
Meridian's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Mart, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1.
Meridian was taken down by Mart 64-0 in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Will Meridian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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