Muncie Central is 0-8 against Kokomo since September of 2014 but things could change on Friday. The Muncie Central Bearcats will head out on the road to take on the Kokomo Wildkats at 7:00 p.m. Kokomo took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on Muncie Central, who comes in off a win.
Having struggled with five defeats in a row dating back to last season, Muncie Central finally turned things around against Anderson on Friday. They blew past the Indians 55-12 at home. The Bearcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Dae'Cion Echols went supernova for Muncie Central, rushing for 103 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries. That's the most rushing yards Echols has posted since back in October of 2023.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Muncie Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 272 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Muncie Central wouldn't let Anderson keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Muncie Central can thank Kei'Marron Hickey and Justus Allen for forcing both of them.
Meanwhile, Kokomo started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Lafayette Jefferson. They lost to the Bronchos on the road by a 38-23 margin on Friday. The Wildkats have struggled against the Bronchos recently, as their game on Friday was their eighth consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the loss, Kokomo got top-tier performance from Brixton Morris, who rushed for 223 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry. Morris really tore up the turf during one magnificent 72-yard run.
Muncie Central's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Kokomo, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-3.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Muncie Central has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 157.6 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Kokomo struggles in that department as they've been averaging 266.8. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Muncie Central took a serious blow against Kokomo when the teams last played back in September of 2023, falling 47-7. Can Muncie Central avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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