Wakulla lost against Taylor County back in August of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The War Eagles fell 27-21 to the Bulldogs. Despite 71 more yards than the Bulldogs, the War Eagles couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Defeat or not, Wakulla got some senior leadership from Jordan Barnes and Owen Klees. Barnes gained 224 total yards and three touchdowns, while Klees threw for 295 yards and one TD while picking up 12.3 yards per attempt. Barnes was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 65 yards. A healthy portion of Klees' aerial production (94 yards to be exact) went to Jayden Jean.
Even if they lost, Wakulla's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Walker Klees was especially locked on to Taylor County's QB and sacked him twice. Another thorn in the Bulldogs' side was Richard Senatus, who made 11 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Jabez Glanton was nothing short of spectacular for Taylor County: he rushed for 211 yards and a pair of scores while picking up 7.8 yards per carry, and also threw for 102 yards and two touchdowns.
Wakulla's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Taylor County, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Wakulla has already played their next contest, a 23-21 defeat against Chiles on the 5th. As for Taylor County, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next game, a 54-18 victory against Dixie County on the 5th.
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