After flying high against Lincoln last Friday, Normal University came back down to earth. The Normal University Pioneers fell 38-30 to the Rochester Rockets on Friday. The Pioneers have struggled against the Rockets recently, as their game on Friday was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the loss, Normal University still got an impressive performance from Alek Weiland, who threw for 410 yards and four touchdowns. With that strong performance, Weiland is now averaging an impressive 315.8 passing yards per game. 122 of those passing yards were hauled in by Deegan Aeilts, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Rochester got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Tanner Beal out in front who punched in three rushing scores, and also threw for 138 yards and a touchdown while completing 72.2% of his passes. Beal didn't just play on offense: he also made 11 total tackles and defended three passes. Kaiden Stout helped Beal out on the ground, rushing for 120 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.5 yards per carry.
Normal University's loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Rochester, they now also have a winning record of 3-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Normal University will square off against Glenwood at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Normal University will be looking to keep their eight-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Rochester, they will host Decatur Eisenhower at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rochester is facing Decatur Eisenhower at the right time seeing as Decatur Eisenhower is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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