Benson fell victim to Lincoln Northeast and their airtight defense on Friday. They were outmatched by the Rockets and fell 56-0. The Bunnies have struggled against the Rockets recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Even if they lost, Benson's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Cristobal Hernandez, Nehemiah Lewis, and Than Myint, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Lincoln Northeast's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Michael Hunter Jr., who picked up 137 receiving yards and three TDs. Hunter Jr. showed off some serious burst, connecting on a big catch for 65 yards. Another passer making a difference was Grant Matson, who threw for 257 yards and three touchdowns while completing 81.2% of his passes.
Benson now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Lincoln Northeast, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Benson will square off against Omaha Northwest on Friday. As for Lincoln Northeast, they will take on North Platte at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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