Madison Comprehensive hasn't had much luck against New Philadelphia recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Rams will look to defend their home field against the Quakers at 7:00 p.m. Madison Comprehensive has given up an average of 35 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Friday, Madison Comprehensive took a blow against Ashland, falling 38-7. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio football rankings (they are ranked 358th, while the Arrows are ranked 70th).
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask New Philadelphia). They claimed a resounding 49-7 victory over The Linsly School. The team's explosion on offense also rewarded the Quakers with their most commanding win of the season.
Madison Comprehensive better keep an eye on Kolston Fox. He was instrumental in New Philadelphia's win, rushing for 26 yards and two TDs. That's the most rushing touchdowns Fox has posted since back in September of 2024. Caleb Carlisle made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
New Philadelphia didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Brexton Norris, Carlisle, and Jaxson Rice picked up one apiece. Carlisle got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Madison Comprehensive's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for New Philadelphia, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
Madison Comprehensive might still be hurting after the 35-14 loss they got from New Philadelphia when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Thankfully for the Rams, Keaton Fausel (who rushed for 58 yards and a pair of scores on only seven carries, and also threw for 134 yards and two touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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