Cranford not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since October 10, 2024 (when they won 45-13). They were the clear victors by a 35-14 margin over the South Plainfield Tigers. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Cougars' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' New Jersey football rankings (they are ranked 91st, while the Tigers are ranked 223rd).
Despite the loss, South Plainfield saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Dylan Oller forced one fumble and made 14 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Cougars
| 09/19/25 vs South Plainfield | 35-14 |
| 09/12/25 vs Carteret | 25-14 |
| 11/01/24 vs Summit | 27-22 |
| 10/25/24 vs Hillside | 16-6 |
| 10/18/24 vs Colonia | 17-13 |
| 09/13/24 vs Carteret | 21-0 |
Cranford pushed their record up to 2-2 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 11.5 points on average over those games. As for South Plainfield, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Coming up, Cranford will look to defend their home field on Friday against Summit at 7:00 p.m. The Hilltoppers' defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so the Cougars' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for South Plainfield, they will head out on the road to face off against Governor Livingston at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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