Football Preview: Perryton Rangers vs. Levelland Lobos
The Perryton Rangers will take on the Levelland Lobos at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Perryton is no doubt hoping to put an end to a seven-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Perryton will head into Friday's contest ready to turn things around: they lost a close one when they played two weeks ago but unfortunately for them the defeat they were handed on Friday was a bit more commanding. They were dealt a 47-13 loss at the hands of Estacado.
Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Levelland's good fortune finally ran out two weeks ago. They fell to Estacado 28-23. The Lobos have struggled against the Matadors recently, as their game two weeks ago was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the defeat, Levelland saw an underclassman step up: Ethan Salazar threw for 205 yards and a touchdown, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Ricky Rodriquez was another key player, rushing for 67 yards and a touchdown.
Levelland wouldn't let Estacado keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Levelland can thank Zarian Valderas and Gavin French for forcing all of them.
Perryton's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Levelland, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-3.
Perryton took their win against Levelland in their previous meeting back in October of 2023 by a conclusive 41-18. The rematch might be a little tougher for Perryton since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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