Johnson had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 0-2 to make it five. They lost 28-7 to the Long County Blue Tide. The Atomsmashers lost against the Blue Tide in their previous head to head back in August of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 42-0 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Johnson lost, don't look at Shamari King. Despite the final result, he rushed for 167 yards and one touchdown on only 15 carries.
As for Long County, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. 28 seems to be a good number for them as the team scooped up a win with the same number of points in their previous game.
Tyrell Grayson had a dynamite game, rushing for 120 yards and a pair of TDs on only 12 carries.
Johnson wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 35-21 victory against Islands on the 5th. As for Long County, they have also already played their next contest, a 50-20 win against Groves on the 5th.
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