Paris hasn't had much luck against Knox County recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Paris Coyotes will host the Knox County Eagles at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Paris is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Missouri's top teams: North Shelby, who was ranked tenth in their home state at the time (Paris was ranked 22nd). Paris was beaten by North Shelby 52-14 on Friday. The game marked the Coyotes' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Paris might have lost, but man, Gatlin Fountain was a machine: he rushed for 71 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries, and also caught a touchdown. Fountain was even better on defense, picking up a sack and making 23 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Meanwhile, Knox County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They received a blow as they fell 62-44 to Schuyler County. One positive for the Eagles, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Knox County might have lost, but man, Cooper Clair was a machine: he rushed for 134 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 7.4 yards per carry, and also threw for 16 yards and a touchdown.
Paris' loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Knox County, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-4.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Paris has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 261 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Knox County struggles in that department as they've been averaging 213.8. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Paris lost to Knox County at home by a decisive 50-36 margin in their previous matchup back in October of 2023. Will Paris have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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