Football Game Preview: Randolph-Henry Statesmen vs. Nottoway Cougars + How To Watch

Randolph-Henry is 1-9 against Nottoway since November of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Statesmen will host the Cougars at 7:00 p.m.

On Friday, Randolph-Henry came up short against Amelia County and fell 28-21.

Despite the defeat, Randolph-Henry had strong showings from Jamere Gray, who threw for 179 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 17 passes, and Cameron Sizemore, who gained 125 total yards.

Meanwhile, Nottoway entered their tilt with Prince Edward County on Friday with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. They blew past the Eagles, posting a 68-0 win. The Cougars' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Randolph-Henry better keep an eye on Anton Carter Jr.. He was instrumental in Nottoway's win, rushing for 173 yards and four TDs on only nine carries, while also catching one score. Carter Jr. is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 125 every time he's taken the field this season.

Nottoway's run defense was locked in: Prince Edward County could only muster -2 yards per carry. The Cougars didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 14.8.

Nottoway didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Austin Longhnane, Drawhorn- Kelly Kahlil, and Carter Jr. picked up one apiece.

Nottoway's victory bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Randolph-Henry, they now have a losing record of 3-4.

Randolph-Henry took a serious blow against Nottoway when the teams last played back in November of 2024, falling 32-0. Can the Statesmen avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.