Morehead can finally bid farewell to their 14-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They blew past the McMichael Phoenix 27-0 on the road. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Braxton Carter looked great while leading his team to the win, rushing for 114 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Morehead was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 246 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
On the other side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Morehead's defense and their three sacks. Leading the way was Quadir Rodgers with two.
Morehead's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for McMichael, their loss was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4.
Morehead will host West Stokes at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. West Stokes' defense has only allowed 14 points per game this season, so Morehead's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for McMichael, they are taking a road trip to square off against North Forsyth at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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