Marion is 0-6 against Lafayette Jefferson since September of 2016 but things could change on Friday. The Marion Giants will be playing at home against the Lafayette Jefferson Bronchos at 7:00 p.m.
Marion might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 36-6 to Harrison, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Giants have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Lafayette Jefferson put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They blew past Richmond 70-0 at home. The Bronchos' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Lafayette Jefferson's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Marquis Adkins, who rushed for 61 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries. Keyen Crowder was another key signal caller, throwing for 85 yards and three touchdowns.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Lafayette Jefferson was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 310 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Lafayette Jefferson's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Troy Pownell and Jk Powers.
Marion now has a losing record at 3-4. As for Lafayette Jefferson, they pushed their record up to 6-0 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Marion was taken down by Lafayette Jefferson 43-6 in their previous matchup back in October of 2023. Will Marion have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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