Football Recap: Bells Skates Past Howe with Ease

After only 12 points in their last contest, Bells made sure to put some points up on the board against Howe on Friday. The Panthers simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Bulldogs 42-13. Considering the Panthers' offense had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.

Bells' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Easton Hartline, who rushed for 63 yards and one score.

Panthers

Rushing Yards

10/10/25 @ Howe	374
10/03/25 vs Callisburg	176
09/26/25 @ Gunter	139
09/05/25 @ Whitesboro	246
11/22/24 @ Tolar	216
11/14/24 vs Blooming Grove	414

They were just one part of a punishing run game: Bells was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 374 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in November of 2024.

On the other side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Bells' defense and their three sacks. Caden King was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself.

Bells' victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-5. As for Howe, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season.

Bells will take on Blue Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least 31 points in their last four matchups. As for Howe, they will challenge Gunter at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.