Fairbury extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They were dealt a 45-14 defeat at the hands of the Milford Eagles. If the Jeffs were looking for revenge after losing 49-0 to the Eagles when the teams met back in September of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Jacob Nippert threw for 97 yards and one TD. Nic Smith was his top target, picking up 31 receiving yards. On the ground, Jerik Mans rushed for 40 yards.
As for Milford, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-1. That 31 point margin sets a new team best for them this season.
Landon Roth had another great game (as he tends to do), throwing for 203 yards and five touchdowns. Those five passing touchdowns gave him a new career-high. Zeb Reil also helped with two scores in total.
Fairbury and Milford will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Jeffs will face off against rival Syracuse at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Milford is set to take on their familiar foe Lincoln Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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