Northeast Early College is 0-8 against LBJ Austin since September of 2014 but things could change on Friday. The Northeast Early College Raiders will look to defend their home field against the LBJ Austin Jaguars at 7:30 p.m.
Northeast Early College is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Eastside Early College on Thursday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Northeast Early College was outmatched by Eastside Early College on the road and fell 42-14. The Raiders have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, LBJ Austin put another one in the bag on Thursday to keep their perfect season alive. They blew past Austin Achieve, posting a 72-0 win at home. The Jaguars' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
LBJ Austin got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Caleb Crenshaw out in front who rushed for 135 yards and three touchdowns on only seven carries. Crenshaw's longest rush was for an impressive 67 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. The team also got some help courtesy of Ali Scott, who threw for 161 yards and four touchdowns.
Northeast Early College's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for LBJ Austin, they pushed their record up to 7-0 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season.
Northeast Early College was taken down by LBJ Austin 76-0 when the teams last played back in September of 2023. Will Northeast Early College have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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