Lincoln County extended their postseason success on Friday against Mitchell County. They blew past the Mitchell County Eagles 49-7. The Red Devils' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Lincoln County found their leader in sophomore Jonathan Norman, who rushed for 90 yards and four touchdowns on only seven carries. Those four rushing touchdowns set a new season-high mark for Norman. The team also got some help courtesy of Mekhi Wade, who rushed for 36 yards and a touchdown.
Lincoln County didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Christian Crite and Kelby Glaze.
Lincoln County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 334 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 189 rushing yards in 12 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Lincoln County's victory was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-0. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 26.1 points. As for Mitchell County, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3.
Lincoln County will take on Manchester at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Lincoln County: 10.2, Manchester: 9) so any points scored will be well earned. Mitchell County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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