Rutherford extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 21-19 heartbreaker at the hands of the Holmes County Blue Devils. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Rams have suffered since September 20, 2024.
Despite the loss, Rutherford saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Jaleel Reed rushed for 77 yards and one score on only eight carries, and also threw for 229 yards and one touchdown on only 14 passes. Jamarion Blount was another key player, rushing for 54 yards and one TD.
Holmes County's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Egan Segers was a one-man wrecking crew as he rushed for 102 yards and a pair of scores, and also threw for 122 yards on 12 of 19 attempts. What's more, he posted two rushing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in August of 2024. A healthy portion of Segers' aerial production (81 yards to be exact) went to Naiym Madison.
Rutherford has already played their next game, a 27-3 defeat against Baker on the 19th. As for Holmes County, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 25-12 victory against Northview on the 19th.
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