Lawrence extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to ten on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-7. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 29-28 heartbreaker at the hands of the Shawnee Mission North Bison. The Lions were up 14-0 in the second quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
When it comes to explaining why Lawrence lost, don't look at Tahj Edwards. Despite the final result, he rushed for 157 yards and three scores while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Edwards was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 60 yards.

Josh Galbreath
| 10/16/25 @ Shawnee Mission North | 9 |
| 10/10/25 @ Shawnee Mission Northwest | 5 |
| 10/03/25 vs Shawnee Mission East | 7 |
| 09/26/25 vs Mill Valley | 13 |
| 09/18/25 @ Olathe Northwest | 11 |
| + 2 more games |
Even if they lost, Lawrence's defense still kept up the pressure with four sacks. Josh Galbreath was especially locked on to Shawnee Mission North's QB and sacked him twice. Galbreath is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season. Lawrence got some further help from Caleb Wingerd: he made 15 total tackles and defended one pass.
Shawnee Mission North's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Michael Lafosse was the offensive standout of the contest as he rushed for 56 yards and one TD on only five carries.
Lawrence has already played their next game, a 24-6 victory against Lawrence Free State on the 24th. As for Shawnee Mission North, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next matchup, a 49-14 defeat against Mill Valley on the 24th.
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