The Waltrip Rams will challenge the Austin Mustangs at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Waltrip is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering Westbury just ended the team's five-game winning streak on Friday. They took a 42-28 bruising from the Huskies.
Despite the defeat, Waltrip had strong showings from Zyon Gamble, who rushed for 130 yards while picking up 7.6 yards per carry, and James 'Jimmy' Haren, who threw for 192 yards and a pair of TDs.
Even if they lost, Waltrip's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Zion Johnson, Christopher Grisham, and Prince Wright, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Meanwhile, Austin scored the most points they've had this season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a blow against Spring Woods, falling 63-28.
Waltrip's loss was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 5-2. As for Austin, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-7.
Everything came up roses for Waltrip against Austin in their previous matchup back in October of 2024, as the squad secured a 49-0 victory. Do the Rams have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Mustangs turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
