West Memphis 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 had to suffer through a 62-14 loss at the hands of the Sheridan Yellowjackets. The Blue Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Yellowjackets apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Sheridan was led to victory by Zay Stephens and Dax McMellon. Stephens gained 234 total yards and five touchdowns, while McMellon threw for 352 yards and six touchdowns while completing 73.3% of his passes. With that strong performance, McMellon is now averaging an impressive 3.5 passing touchdowns per game. Sheridan also got help from Payton Sterritt, who showed off his sure hands for 109 receiving yards.
West Memphis' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Sheridan, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
West Memphis will host Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Catholic's defense has only allowed 11.2 points per game this season, so West Memphis' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Sheridan, they will face off against Jonesboro at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 997 yards in their previous games.
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