Football Game Preview: Benjamin Franklin Falcons vs. Central Private Redhawks + Official Tickets

The Benjamin Franklin Falcons will face off against the Central Private Redhawks at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Benjamin Franklin has given up an average of 26.6 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Benjamin Franklin is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight games on Friday. They received a blow as they fell 44-29 to Haynes Academy. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since September 13, 2018, but that streak is no more.

Meanwhile, Central Private was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 40-34 to Springfield. The loss continues a trend for the Redhawks in their meetings with the Bulldogs: they've now lost three in a row.

Benjamin Franklin will have to contain Laiken Laudermilk as he made an impact in Central Private's last game. He threw for 253 yards and a pair of touchdowns while picking up 10.5 yards per attempt, and also rushed for 37 yards and one score.

Central Private's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Benjamin Franklin, they now have a losing record of 2-3.

Benjamin Franklin suffered a grim 49-23 defeat to Central Private when the teams last played back in October of 2024. That game was all but decided by halftime, at which point the Falcons were down 29-7.