Football Preview: Mitchell Tigers vs. Gordon-Rushville Mustangs
Mitchell has been away from home for two games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will welcome the Gordon-Rushville Mustangs. Both are at an even 5-5 against one another since September of 2014, but likely not for long.
Mitchell's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Sidney on Friday. They were outmatched by the Red Raiders on the road and fell 42-0. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska football rankings (they are ranked 72nd, while the Red Raiders are ranked 12th).
Meanwhile, Gordon-Rushville can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They strolled past Gibbon with points to spare, taking the game 26-12. The Mustangs' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Mitchell's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Gordon-Rushville, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Everything came up roses for Mitchell against Gordon-Rushville when the teams last played back in October of 2023 as the team secured a 58-20 victory. Does Mitchell have another victory up their sleeve, or will Gordon-Rushville turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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