Freeburg has won five straight games at home (dating back to last season), while Roxana has won five straight on the road also dating back to last season, but those streaks won't matter much on Friday. The Midgets will welcome the Shells at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
The home team had won the previous five meetings between Freeburg and Columbia, and Freeburg kept the tradition alive. The Midgets walked away with a 23-14 win over the Eagles on Friday.
Freeburg's defense made their presence known, laying out Xavier Voegele three times. Leading the way was Gentry Brentlinger with two sacks.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Roxana against Salem on Friday as the squad secured a 46-7 victory. The Shells might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by 27 points or more this season.
Roxana found their leader in sophomore Mekhi Shorter, who rushed for 115 yards and a pair of scores on only five carries. Shorter really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run.
Roxana was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 347 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 289 rushing yards every time they've taken the field this season.
Freeburg's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Roxana, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 4-1.
Friday's matchup might be decided on the ground. Freeburg has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 241 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Roxana struggles in that department as they've been averaging 321.4 rushing yards. There's a good chance Friday's game turns into a tough fight on the ground.
Freeburg couldn't quite finish off Roxana in their previous matchup back in October of 2024 and fell 12-10. Will the Midgets have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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