Football Preview: Quitman Panthers vs. Stone Tomcats
The Quitman Panthers will challenge the Stone Tomcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Quitman's defense has only allowed 16 points per game this season, so Stone's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Last Friday, Quitman lost to Kemper County at home by a 24-6 margin.
Meanwhile, the third road match was the charm for Stone, as they earned their first road win of the season. They walked away with a 28-15 win over St. Martin on Friday.
Jayden Collins was a one-man wrecking crew for Stone as he rushed for 69 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 51 receiving yards and a touchdown. Collins showed off some serious burst, turning on the afterburners on one carry for 69 yards.
Stone's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Collins and Favian Dawkins. Stone got some further help from Colton Ladner: he picked up a sack and made nine total tackles.
Quitman's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Stone, their victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-2.
Quitman came up short against Stone when the teams last played back in September of 2023, falling 21-14. Will Quitman have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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