Metter had won five straight games and Michael Ricks did his part to make it six on Friday. The Metter Tigers came out on top against the Jenkins County War Eagles by a score of 20-9 thanks in part to Ricks, who rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 120 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in November of 2023.
Allen Williams was another key player, forcing a fumble and making ten total tackles (2.0 for loss). He has been hot , having posted six or more total tackles the last five times he's played.
Metter pushed their record up to 7-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Jenkins County, they moved to 6-2 with that defeat, which also ended their five-game winning streak.
Metter will head out to take on Bryan County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Metter's defense has only allowed 8.1 points per game this season, so Bryan County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Jenkins County, they will host Savannah at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Jenkins County is facing Savannah at the right time seeing as Savannah is stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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