Meridian was handed a 38-point defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They skirted past the Columbus Falcons 21-19. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Wildcats' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Mississippi football rankings (they are ranked 35th, while the Falcons are ranked 121st).
Wildcats
| 09/19/25 @ Columbus | 21-19 |
| 09/12/25 vs Starkville | 6-44 |
| 09/05/25 vs Neshoba Central | 31-30 |
| 08/28/25 vs Ocean Springs | 0-35 |
| 11/07/24 @ Pearl | 19-35 |
Meridian's victory ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-2. As for Columbus, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Meridian will head out to challenge Hattiesburg at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Columbus, they will venture away from home to square off against Neshoba Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons will be up against the Rockets' rather soft defense (which has allowed 37.25 points per match), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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