If Meadville was riding high fresh off their 35-14 takedown of Connellsville last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The contest between the Bulldogs and the Butler Golden Tornado didn't end well, with the Bulldogs falling 48-34. The Bulldogs were not able to make up for their defeat to the Golden Tornado from their previous meeting back in September of 2024.
Meadville's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Jordan Lawrence, who rushed for 221 yards and three scores while picking up 9.6 yards per carry, and Tymir Phillips, who gained 189 total yards and two touchdowns. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 80 yards.
Meadville's defeat was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-2. As for Butler, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Meadville will face off against Oil City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Bulldogs their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Butler, they will square off against Hollidaysburg at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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