Two dominant backs in Sawyer Smith and Tristan Campbell are getting ready to go toe-to-toe. The Ogallala Indians will challenge the McCook Bison at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Ogallala is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak.
Ogallala's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Sidney on Friday. They were dealt a 46-0 loss at the hands of the Red Raiders. While losing is never fun, the Indians can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska football rankings (they are ranked 72nd, while the Red Raiders are ranked 12th).
Meanwhile, McCook entered their game against Hastings on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. McCook received a blow as they fell 38-23 to Hastings.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Trenton Raile, who threw for 167 yards and a touchdown on only 15 passes, and also rushed for 31 yards and a touchdown. 96 of those passing yards were hauled in by Alex Landry, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Ogallala's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for McCook, their loss dropped their record down to 4-2.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Ogallala has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 186 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like McCook struggles in that department as they've been averaging 216.8. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Everything went Ogallala's way against McCook when the teams last played back in September of 2023, as Ogallala made off with a 34-14 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Ogallala since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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