Pebblebrook had lost four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-5 to make it five. They were outmatched by the McEachern Indians and fell 51-14. While losing is never fun, the Falcons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia football rankings (they are ranked 204th, while the Indians are ranked eighth).
As for McEachern, the win keeps them at an undefeated 7-0. The victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 10.3 points on average this season.
McEachern had a senior duo take command as Calvin Pittman Jr threw for 165 yards and three touchdowns while completing 88.9% of his passes and Henry Pullen rushed for 67 yards and a pair of TDs. Pullen has been hot, having also posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last six times he's played.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Pebblebrook will venture away from home to face off against South Cobb at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 25.71 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for McEachern, they will head out on the road to take on Hillgrove at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Indians will need to watch out since the Hawks have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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