Whites Creek had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They came out on top against the Franklin-Simpson Wildcats by a score of 42-33. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Cobras' disadvantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 276th in Tennessee, while the Wildcats are ranked 71st in Kentucky).
Deon Barnes
| 08/22/25 @ Franklin-Simpson | 49 |
| 09/20/24 vs Creek Wood | 60 |
Whites Creek got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Deon Barnes out in front who threw for 276 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.5 yards per attempt, and also rushed for 49 yards. That's the most rushing yards Barnes has posted since back in September of 2024. Whites Creek's leading receiver De'Aries Holland was Barnes' top target yet again, picking up 111 receiving yards and one score.
Looking ahead, Whites Creek is taking a road trip to take on Trousdale County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Franklin-Simpson, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Warren Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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