Football Recap: Daniel Boone Takes a Loss + How To Watch

Friday just wasn't the day for Daniel Boone's offense. They took a blow against the Sevier County Smoky Bears on Friday, falling 48-0. While losing is never fun, the Trailblazers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 219th, while the Smoky Bears are ranked 19th).

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Sevier County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Cooper Newman, who threw for 305 yards and five touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes. What's more, Newman racked up 156.3 passer rating, the most he's had since back in October of 2024. Bryson Headrick was another key pass catcher, picking up 160 receiving yards and three TDs.

Daniel Boone's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Sevier County, their victory bumped their record up to 3-0.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Daniel Boone will host West Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Sevier County, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against David Crockett at 7:00 p.m.