Football Preview: Monett Cubs vs. McDonald County Mustangs
Monett is on a six-game streak of home losses also dating back to last season, McDonald County a five-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change on Friday. The Monett Cubs will welcome the McDonald County Mustangs at 7:00 p.m. Both are at an even 5-5 against one another since October of 2015, but likely not for long.
Last Friday, Monett took a blow against Seneca, falling 64-14. While losing is never fun, the Cubs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri football rankings (they are ranked 185th, while the Indians are ranked 15th).
Despite the loss, Monett got top-tier performance from Landyn Brandt, who picked up 136 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, McDonald County was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 15-10 to Nevada.
Monett's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for McDonald County, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 0-4.
Monett was taken down by McDonald County 45-14 in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Will Monett 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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