Football Preview: Kokomo Wildkats vs. Muncie Central Bearcats
Kokomo has gone 8-0 against Muncie Central recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Friday. The Kokomo Wildkats will be playing at home against the Muncie Central Bearcats at 7:00 p.m.
Things were looking good for Kokomo after they put the first points on the board on Friday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They lost to Lafayette Jefferson on the road by a 38-23 margin. The Wildkats have struggled against the Bronchos recently, as their game on Friday was their eighth consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the defeat, Kokomo got top-tier performance from Brixton Morris, who rushed for 223 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry. Morris' longest rush was for an incredible 72 yards.
Even though they lost, Kokomo was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 326 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 191 rushing yards in 13 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Muncie Central came into Friday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Anderson 55-12 at home. The Bearcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Dae'Cion Echols went supernova for Muncie Central, rushing for 103 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries. That's the most rushing yards Echols has posted since back in October of 2023.
Muncie Central wouldn't let Anderson keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Muncie Central can thank Kei'Marron Hickey and Justus Allen for forcing both of them.
Kokomo's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Muncie Central, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Kokomo has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 266.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Muncie Central struggles in that department as they've been averaging 157.6. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Everything came up roses for Kokomo against Muncie Central when the teams last played back in September of 2023, as the squad secured a 47-7 victory. Will Kokomo repeat their success, or does Muncie Central have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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