Saginaw extended their winning streak to nine games dating back to last season thanks to a huge performance from Corey Baker. The Saginaw Rough Riders came out on top against the North Side Steers by a score of 29-18 on Friday thanks in part to Baker, who rushed for 205 yards and a touchdown. Those 205 rushing yards gave him a new career-high.
Saginaw didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Aidan Collier and Rondell Thomas. Sean Brown was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, making 13 total tackles, and defending a pass.
When it comes to explaining why North Side lost, don't look at Deandre Montgomery. Despite the final result, he rushed for 146 yards and a touchdown.
Saginaw's win was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-0. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 36.0 points per game. As for North Side, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Saginaw wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 51-7 victory against South Hills on the 31st. North Side has also already played their next match, a 42-21 defeat against Wyatt on the 31st.
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