The Wheeler County Bulldogs will challenge the Treutlen Vikings at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Wheeler County is headed into Friday's matchup hungry for a win as their strong season has now been derailed by two straight losses. They were dealt a 28-0 defeat at the hands of Wilcox County two weeks ago. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Bulldogs were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Treutlen and Telfair County met for a duel on Friday where Treutlen couldn't get it done. Treutlen lost 40-14 to Telfair County.
Wheeler County's loss dropped their record down to 6-3. As for Treutlen, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-6.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Wheeler County has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 315.7 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Treutlen struggles in that department as they've been averaging 198.3. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Wheeler County and Treutlen were almost perfectly matched up when the teams last played back in October of 2023, but Wheeler County suffered an agonizing 8-7 loss. Can Wheeler County avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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