Football Recap: Benton Piles Up the Points Against Robinson + How To Watch

Benton got themselves on the board against Robinson on Friday, but Robinson never followed suit. They really took it to the Maroons for the full four quarters, racking up a 63-0 victory. Given the Rangers' advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 143rd, while the Maroons are ranked 306th) , the win wasn't entirely unexpected.

Rangers

Previous 5 Games (Home)

09/05/25 vs Robinson	63-0
08/29/25 vs Herrin	69-0
10/18/24 vs Pinckneyville	54-7
10/11/24 vs Frankfort	62-18
09/27/24 vs Anna-Jonesboro/Dongola	52-2

Benton's win was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0. The team's perfect season has a lot to do with their offensive performance: the team's won by an average of 54.6 points thus far. As for Robinson, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Benton will take on Murphysboro at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Robinson, they will venture away from home to square off against Mt. Carmel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The match will give the Maroons their first taste of in-conference action this season.