Football Game Preview: Garretson Blue Dragons vs. Howard Tigers

The Garretson Blue Dragons will face off against the Howard Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Garretson has given up an average of 40.3 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Garretson is headed into the contest out to prove that what happened against Elkton/Lake Benton on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. The Blue Dragons took a blow against the Elks, falling 69-21. The Blue Dragons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 42-7.

Meanwhile, Howard faced Hanson in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Tigers secured a 12-7 W over the Beavers. The victory continues a trend for the Tigers in their matchups with the Beavers: they've now won eight in a row.

Howard's win bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Garretson, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.

Garretson took a serious blow against Howard in their previous meeting back in October of 2024, falling 54-8. Will the Blue Dragons 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.