It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Newfane ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Akron Tigers 21-20. The Panthers' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
A big part of Newfane's victory came down to the chemistry between Mac Capen and his top target Ayden Buttery. Capen rushed for 112 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries while Buttery rushed for 76 yards and a touchdown on only five carries. The dominant performance gave Buttery a new career-high in rushing yards.
Newfane's defense made their presence known, laying out the QB three times. Leading the way was Nasir Spencer with two sacks.
Newfane's record is now 4-0. As for Akron, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-1 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Newfane will face off against Alden at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Alden's defense has only allowed seven points per game this season, so Newfane's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Akron, they will take on Medina at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Akron: 12.2, Medina: 9) so any points scored will be well earned.
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