After flying high against Santaluces last Friday, Midland came back down to earth. The Midland Bulldogs and the Frenship Tigers were almost perfectly matched up on Friday, but the Midland Bulldogs suffered a 48-47 defeat. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Midland lost, don't look at Stroman Bridges. Despite the final result, he rushed for 116 yards and three touchdowns on only ten carries, and also threw for 31 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Midland was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 445 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 173 rushing yards in eight consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Even if they lost, Midland's defensive line still kept up the pressure with 3.5 sacks. Leading the way was Tahj Harris with 2.5. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last three games he's played.
It was another big night for Chase Campbell, who picked up 68 receiving yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries for Frenship. The dominant performance gave Campbell a new career-high in rushing yards. Leyton Stone was another key player, picking up 158 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Midland moved to 4-2 with that defeat, which also ended their four-game winning streak. As for Frenship, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 5-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Midland will head out to challenge Odessa at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Midland's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last four games. As for Frenship, they will venture away from home to square off against Midland Legacy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Frenship is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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