The Payette Pirates will face off against the Marsing Huskies at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Payette will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak dating back to last season.
Last Friday, Payette got the win against Nyssa by a conclusive 30-6. Fans of the Pirates have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 20+ point.
Darrien Pecunia was a one-man wrecking crew for Payette as he rushed for 188 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, and also threw for 81 yards and two touchdowns. Pecunia really tore up the turf during one magnificent 97-yard run. Joshua Rodriguez was Pecunia's top target, picking up 36 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 53 yards on only six carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Payette was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 302 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 188 rushing yards in four consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Marsing was beaten by Ririe 49-18 on Friday. The loss was the Huskies' first of the season.
The losing side was boosted by Jace Chadez, who threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground.
Payette's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Marsing, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Friday's match might be decided in the trenches. Payette has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 230 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Marsing struggles in that department as they've been averaging 203.3. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Payette came up short against Marsing in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 30-20. Will Payette 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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