Metamora lost to Pekin back in October of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Redbirds were the clear victors by a 37-13 margin over the Dragons. The Redbirds might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by 24 points or more this season.
Stephen Petri
| 10/03/25 vs Pekin | 111 |
| 09/26/25 @ Canton | 7 |
| 09/19/25 @ Morton | 66 |
| 09/12/25 vs Washington | 2 |
| 09/05/25 @ LaSalle-Peru | 50 |
| + 2 more games |
Stephen Petri produced another solid performance rushing for 111 yards and three touchdowns, while also picking up 39 receiving yards and one score. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in October of 2024. Kylan McMillen also helped out with an impressive 94 receiving yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Metamora was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 200 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 200 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.
Metamora's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Pekin, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Metamora will face off against Limestone at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Redbirds will be up against the Rockets' rather soft defense (which has allowed 48.67 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Pekin, they will challenge Canton at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Dragons will be up against the Little Giants' rather soft defense (which has allowed 47.5 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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