Colbert County lost against Deshler back in September of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Indians took a blow against the Tigers, falling 57-16. The contest marked the Indians' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Colbert County's loss came despite strong showings from Coyrian Campbell and Sean Blevins. Campbell picked up 93 receiving yards and one score, while Blevins threw for 100 yards and one touchdown on only nine passes. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 52 yards.
Price Thornton was his usual excellent self, throwing for 275 yards and four TDs while completing 73.3% of his passes, and also punching in a pair of touchdowns on the ground for Deshler. Thornton is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in each of the last three games he's played. Deshler also got a significant boost from Kendrick Gunn, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 80 yards.
Colbert County's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Deshler, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Looking ahead, Colbert County will take on Colbert Heights at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Deshler, they will face off against Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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