Osceola was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 40-16 to Drexel/Miami. The Indians lost against the in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 52-50 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Osceola lost, don't look at Kolten Garver. Despite the final result, he rushed for 109 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries. That's the most rushing yards Garver has posted since back in October of 2023.
Osceola didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Garver.
Mason Jackson was his usual excellent self, throwing for 157 yards and four touchdowns, while also rushing for 83 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries for Drexel/Miami. 131 of those passing yards were hauled in by Cole Kimbrough, who also brought in two receiving touchdowns.
Osceola's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Drexel/Miami, the win got them back to even at 4-4.
Osceola will square off against Greenfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Drexel/Miami, they will welcome New Heights Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. New Heights Christian Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past eight games -- so hopefully Drexel/Miami likes a good challenge.
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