Douglas Byrd extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Friday, dropping them down to 0-5. The matchup between the Eagles and the Red Springs Red Devils didn't end well, with the Eagles falling 35-18. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Red Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Although Douglas Byrd took the loss, they still got scores from Anthony Whitehead, Jaque Mahoney, and Damarion Cook.
Eagles
| Elijah Mitchell | 2 |
| Nyjhon Rhymer | 2 |
| Anthony Cook | 2 |
Even if they lost, Douglas Byrd's defensive line still kept up the pressure with seven sacks. It was truly a group effort as Elijah Mitchell, Nyjhon Rhymer, and Anthony Cook picked up two apiece. Cook is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in each of the last four games he's played.
As for Red Springs, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-3. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Chase Boone had an outrageously good game as he threw for 254 yards and three TDs while picking up 11.0 yards per attempt, and also rushed for 40 yards and one score. Another player making a difference was Raymond Blue Jr, who rushed for 96 yards and one touchdown.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. After each having a week off, Douglas Byrd and Seventy-First will shake off the cobwebs and hit the field against one another at 7:00 p.m. on October 3. The Eagles will need to watch out since the Falcons have now posted at least 31 points in their last three games. As for Red Springs, they are taking a road trip to face off against South Brunswick at 7:00 p.m. on October 3. The matchup will give the Red Devils their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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