Riverdale had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They came out on top against the Smyrna Bulldogs by a score of 24-14. Given the Warriors' advantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 18th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 89th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
When it comes to explaining why Smyrna lost, don't look at Tyreque McCarver. Despite the final result, he picked up 103 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Riverdale will welcome Henry County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Smyrna, they will venture away from home to take on Rockvale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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