Franklin had to take a loss the last time they challenged Sussex Central but Travis Mabry Jr made sure they didn't get the same satisfaction on Friday. The Franklin Broncos had just enough and edged the Sussex Central Tigers out 20-18 thanks in part to Mabry Jr, who rushed for 153 yards and two touchdowns. Franklin is 3-1 when Mabry Jr posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 0-4 otherwise.
Mabry Jr was just one part of a punishing run game: Franklin was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 220 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
Franklin's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Sussex Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Franklin will square off against Greensville County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Considering Greensville County has lost three straight at home and Franklin five straight on the road (dating back to last season), this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum. As for Sussex Central, they will host Brunswick at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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