It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Milton had no problem doing just that on Friday. They blew past the Houston County Bears 56-14. The Eagles' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
It was another big night for Luke Nickel, who threw for 327 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 13.6 yards per attempt. He has been hot recently, having posted three or more passing touchdowns the last three times he's played. TJ Lester helped Nickel out on the ground, rushing for 163 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.4 yards per carry.
Milton was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 209 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Milton's victory was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-0. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 33.6 points. As for Houston County, their loss dropped their record down to 8-5.
Milton will take on Lee County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Lee County will roll in looking for their 14th straight win, something Milton surely won't give up without a fight. Houston County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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