Model took a 21-point defeat the last time they faced off against Temple, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Blue Devils came out on top in a nail-biter against the Tigers on Friday, sneaking past 38-36. The victory was some much needed relief for the Blue Devils as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak.
Temple's loss came despite strong showings from Serjoe Jones and Nehemiah Dorsey. Jones rushed for 83 yards and one score on only 11 carries, while Dorsey rushed for 70 yards and one TD.
Model's win was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-5 and their overall record up to 2-8. As for Temple, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season.
Model does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Temple, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Toombs County at 7:30 p.m. on the 14th. The Tigers will need to watch out since the Bulldogs have now posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.
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