Football Preview: Springfield Millers vs. Eagle Point Eagles
The Springfield Millers will head out on the road to take on the Eagle Point Eagles at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Springfield is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses.
Having struggled with seven losses in a row dating back to last season, Springfield finally turned things around against South Eugene on Friday. They blew past the Axe 40-20. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Millers have posted since October 27, 2023.
It was another big night for Noah Solo, who rushed for 177 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry, and also threw for 53 yards and a touchdown. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 104.6 rushing yards per game. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Clay Rhoades, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Springfield didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Carter Beebe and Jaevon Spencer. Beebe is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last six games he's played dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Eagle Point). They walked away with a 16-8 win over South Eugene two weeks ago. The victory was some much needed relief for the Eagles as it spelled an end to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Springfield's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Eagle Point, their victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-6.
Everything came up roses for Springfield against Eagle Point when the teams last played back in October of 2023, as the team secured a 42-14 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Springfield since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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