The matchup between Highland and Trumann on Friday hardly resembled the 13-0 effort from their previous meeting. The Highland Rebels blew past the Trumann Wildcats, posting a 46-16 win on the road. That's two games straight that the Rebels have won by exactly 30 points.
Highland's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Austin Christy, who threw for 288 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 10.7 yards per attempt. Keagan Statler was in the mix as well, providing Highland with three touchdowns.
Highland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Bobby Cooper and Zac Huckabee.
When it comes to explaining why Trumann lost, don't look at Tony Postell Jr. Despite the final result, he rushed for 88 yards and two touchdowns. Postell Jr has been hot recently, having posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last four times he's played.
Highland's victory was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-0. As for Trumann, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Highland will face off against Blytheville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Highland's defense has only allowed 12.2 points per game this season, so Blytheville's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Trumann, they will square off against Gosnell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Trumann is facing Gosnell at the right time seeing as Gosnell is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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