Football Preview: Atkinson County Rebels vs. Wheeler County Bulldogs
The Atkinson County Rebels will face off against the Wheeler County Bulldogs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Atkinson County's defense has only allowed 17.5 points per game this season, so Wheeler County's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Atkinson County took a loss when they played away from home last Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Thursday. They strolled past Pataula Charter Academy with points to spare, taking the game 27-12.
It was another big night for Darrian Roberts, who rushed for 214 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.3 yards per carry. His rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 110 rushing yards dating back to last season. Atkinson County also got a significant boost from Ladarien Roberts, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 80 yards.
Roberts wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Atkinson County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 343 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 255 rushing yards in four consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Wheeler County posted their biggest victory since September 15, 2023 on Friday. They breezed by Twiggs County at home to the tune of 49-12. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Bulldogs.
Atkinson County's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-1. As for Wheeler County, their victory ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-1.
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