Football Game Preview: Clifton Central Comets vs. Iroquois West Raiders + How To Watch

Clifton Central is 8-2 against Iroquois West since October of 2015 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Friday. The Comets will venture away from home to take on the Raiders at 7:00 p.m. Clifton Central's defense has only allowed 14.1 points per game this season, so Iroquois West's offense will have their work cut out for them.

Clifton Central's defense heads into the contest hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Hoopeston/Armstrong 54-0. The matchup marked the Comets' most dominant victory of the season.

Meanwhile, Iroquois West was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They were beaten by Oakwood 48-0.

Clifton Central's win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1. The home victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 46.3 points over those games. As for Iroquois West, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-6.

Everything came up roses for Clifton Central against Iroquois West in their previous matchup back in October of 2024, as the team secured a 41-0 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Comets since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.