The Flat Rock Rams will challenge the Milan Big Reds at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Flat Rock's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
Milan is facing Flat Rock at the wrong time: Flat Rock suffered their first home loss of the season on Friday and they're likely out for redemption. They took a 52-45 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pirates. The Rams have struggled against the Pirates recently, as their game on Friday was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Flat Rock's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Ben Scully, who gained 286 total yards and two touchdowns, and Graham Junge, who threw for 198 yards and four touchdowns. With that strong performance, Scully is now averaging an impressive 119.2 rushing yards per game.
Even though they lost, Flat Rock was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 277 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 188 rushing yards in five consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Milan has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 18 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were beaten by St. Mary Catholic Central 32-0. The game marked the first time this season in which the Big Reds were not able to get on the board.
Flat Rock's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 4-1. As for Milan, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Flat Rock has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 251.4 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Milan struggles in that department as they've been averaging 194.6. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Everything came up roses for Flat Rock against Milan in their previous matchup back in October of 2023, as the team secured a 42-0 victory. Does Flat Rock have another victory up their sleeve, or will Milan turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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