The Medina Valley Panthers will take on the Del Rio Rams at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Del Rio took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Medina Valley, who comes in off a win.
Medina Valley took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They took down United South 35-21. Medina Valley's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
A big part of Medina Valley's victory came down to the chemistry between Michael Newton and his top target Cade Galyon. Newton threw for 89 yards and two touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes while Galyon picked up 89 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Medina Valley was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 366 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Del Rio was not able to break out of their rough patch last Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 35-14 to United South.
Although Del Rio took the loss, they still got scores from Zane Hughes and Hassem Mussi.
Del Rio didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Daniel Perez and Jacob Ortiz. Ortiz is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last four games he's played. Del Rio got some further help from Moses Fernandez: he made 13 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Medina Valley pushed their record up to 5-4 with the win, which was their third straight at home. As for Del Rio, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Medina Valley has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 222.9 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Del Rio struggles in that department as they've been averaging 230.5. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other football content.
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