Richlands extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-3. They came up short against the South Brunswick Cougars, falling 28-7. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Even if they lost, Richlands' defense still kept up the pressure with five sacks. That dominant display was truly a team effort as five different players picked up one apiece. They got some further help from Trea'Vaun Flanagan: he picked up a sack and made 14 total tackles (5.0 for loss).
As for South Brunswick, the win got them back to even at 2-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
A big part of South Brunswick's victory came down to the chemistry between Jayden Daniels and his top target Edward Young. Daniels threw for 313 yards and three touchdowns while completing 88.2% of his passes while Young picked up 235 receiving yards and three TDs. The dominant performance also gave Daniels a new career-high in passer rating (167.3).
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Richlands will challenge Havelock at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Wildcats their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for South Brunswick, they will take on Purnell Swett at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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