Football Game Preview: Riverdale Rams vs. Newman Central Catholic Comets

Riverdale hasn't had much luck against Newman Central Catholic recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Rams will be playing at home against the Comets at 7:00 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.

On Friday, Riverdale was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 42-36 to Erie-Prophetstown.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Newman Central Catholic, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They blew past Mercer County 46-7 on Saturday. That looming 46-7 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Comets yet this season.

Newman Central Catholic pushed their record up to 5-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 43.3 points over those games. As for Riverdale, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-2.

Riverdale took a serious blow against Newman Central Catholic in their previous meeting back in October of 2024, falling 35-7. Will the Rams 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.