Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Murphy). They blew past the Rosman Tigers 71-0 on Friday. The win continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now won eight in a row.
Murphy found their leader in sophomore Trenton Cook, who rushed for 82 yards and a pair of TDs on only six carries. Ryan Payne was in the mix as well, providing the Bulldogs with two scores.
Bulldogs
| 10/03/25 vs Rosman | 316 |
| 09/26/25 @ Cherokee | 229 |
| 09/12/25 @ A.C. Reynolds | 225 |
| 09/05/25 vs East Surry | 205 |
| 08/29/25 @ Heard County | 142 |
| + 3 more games |
Murphy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 316 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in November of 2024.
One reason for the win was Murphy's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Camden Breazeale, Landen Lape, and Janthony Gooden, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Murphy's victory bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Rosman, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Murphy is set to take on their familiar foe Robbinsville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Rosman will challenge rival Andrews at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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