Auburn hasn't had much luck against George Wythe recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Eagles will be playing at home against the Maroons at 7:00 p.m. Auburn has given up an average of 31.9 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Friday, Auburn came up short against Northwood and fell 34-24.
Despite the defeat, Auburn had strong showings from Ethan Brunk, who gained 109 total yards and two touchdowns, and Cameron Branch, who rushed for 42 yards. Brunk didn't just play on offense: he also made ten total tackles and defended one pass. James King got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
For whatever reason, it's the away team that's had the advantage when George Wythe and Grayson County meet (three straight games heading into this one) and that held true again on Friday. The Maroons came out on top in a nail-biter against the Blue Devils, sneaking past 28-26. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Maroons have posted against the Blue Devils since April 3, 2021.
George Wythe now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Auburn, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 4-3.
Auburn was dealt a bruising 56-7 defeat at the hands of George Wythe in their previous meeting back in November of 2023. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other football content.
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