Lenape and Shawnee are an even 5-5 against one another since November of 2014, but not for long. The Lenape Indians will head out on the road to square off against the Shawnee Renegades at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Lenape's defense has only allowed 17.2 points per game this season, so Shawnee's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Lenape took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 29-7 margin over Eastside. The victory was some much needed relief for the Indians as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Shawnee lost 42-21 to Rancocas Valley on Saturday. The Renegades have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Lenape's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Shawnee, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Lenape came up short against Shawnee in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 27-23. Thankfully for Lenape, Joe Papa (who rushed for 168 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.8 yards per carry, and also threw for 132 yards and two touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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