Football Preview: Idalia Wolves vs. Otis Bulldogs
The Idalia Wolves and the Otis Bulldogs will meet in a canine-themed contest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Idalia is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 48.4 points per game this season.
Last Thursday, Idalia blew past Genoa-Hugo, posting a 58-6 win at home. Considering the Wolves have won five games by more than 30 points this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Idalia found their leader in underclassman Broderick Kite, who threw for 131 yards and three touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes. The team also got some help courtesy of Tate Towns, who rushed for 36 yards and a touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Idalia was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 204 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 160 rushing yards in seven consecutive contests.
Idalia didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Carson Helling and Hunter Drullinger.
Meanwhile, Otis faced Stratton in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Otis was outmatched by Stratton at home and fell 48-16. The Bulldogs' loss signaled the end of their six-game winning streak.
Although Otis took the loss, they still got scores from Tayte Smith and Charlie Kendrick.
Idalia's victory bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Otis, their defeat was their first of the season and also makes their record 6-1.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Idalia has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 236.9 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Otis struggles in that department as they've been averaging 175. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Idalia was taken down by Otis 64-21 in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Will Idalia have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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