The Bexley Lions will take on the Franklin Heights Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Bexley is coming into the matchup on a three-game losing streak.
Bexley is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Bishop Ready on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. The Lions lost 30-7 to the Silver Knights. The Lions were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 23-0.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Franklin Heights, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They strolled past Whitehall-Yearling with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 23-7.
Bexley better keep an eye on Dae'Shaun Cowan. He was instrumental in Franklin Heights' win, rushing for 161 yards and two TDs. Cowan is becoming a predictor of the Falcons' success: when he posts at least 80 rushing yards the team is 4-1 (and 1-2 when he doesn't).
Franklin Heights didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Antwan Steward and Cowan. Another thorn in Whitehall-Yearling's side was Jaylyn Hidalgo Aquino, who picked up 1.5 sacks and made eight total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Bexley's loss dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Franklin Heights, their win bumped their record up to 5-3.
Bexley came up short against Franklin Heights in their previous matchup back in August of 2024, falling 12-0. Will the Lions have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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