Russell hadn't done well against Bozeman recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Rustlers managed a 27-21 victory over the Hawks. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Rustlers.
Ben Cunningham
| 10/10/25 @ Bozeman | 138 |
| 09/12/25 @ Belgrade | 49 |
| 10/03/25 vs Billings Senior | 48 |
| 09/26/25 @ Billings West | 46 |
| 11/01/24 @ Helena | 27 |
A big part of Russell's win came down to the chemistry between Caleb Taylor and his top target Ben Cunningham. Taylor threw for 236 yards and one touchdown while picking up 11.2 yards per attempt while Cunningham picked up 138 receiving yards and one score. Those 138 receiving yards gave Cunningham a new career-high.
Russell didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Bozeman to a completion percentage of just 48.5%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from two players: Gage Allen and Grayson Muzzana, who each logged one passes deflected. Russell wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 61.9%.
Despite the loss, Bozeman still got an impressive performance from Van Shockley, who rushed for 88 yards and a pair of TDs, and also threw for 222 yards and one touchdown.
Russell now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Bozeman, they suffered their first home defeat, dropping their record down to 4-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Russell will welcome Skyview at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Rustlers are facing the Falcons at the right time seeing as the Falcons are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Bozeman, they will host Billings West at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Golden Bears' defense has only allowed 7.6 points per game this season, so the Hawks' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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