Elijah Melancon Game Report: vs Morton

Elijah Melancon

Rushing Yards (Career)

09/12/25 vs Morton	165
08/22/25 @ Ruidoso	143
11/16/24 @ Tularosa	92
09/06/24 @ New Mexico Military Institute	84
10/18/24 vs Tularosa	69

Elijah Melancon posted a new career-high in rushing yards on Friday. He wasn't messing around, rushing for 165 yards and two scores on only nine carries, while also throwing for 215 yards and three touchdowns on only 19 passes. The matchup was his fifth straight with three or more passing touchdowns dating back to last season.

Melancon and Eunice will square off against St. Michael's at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Thanks in part to Melancon's efforts, the Cardinals will roll in undefeated. Will Melancon and the rest of the team keep the streak alive? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.