University and Rudder met for a duel on Friday where University had to take the L. The University Trojans wound up with the same score they had in their last game (28-21), but sadly the team found themselves on the wrong side of the score this time. The contest marked their lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
When it comes to explaining why University lost, don't look at London Smith. Despite the final result, he picked up 183 receiving yards and a touchdown. University also got help from Keandre Brooks, who showed off his sure hands for 80 receiving yards.
Even if they lost, University's defense still kept up the pressure with 4.5 sacks. Leading the way was Kamareon Kindle with two. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with seven. Another thorn in Rudder's side was Joaquin Martinez, who picked up a sack and made 13 total tackles (3.0 for loss).
University's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Rudder, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. University will head out to square off against Belton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. University is facing Belton at the right time seeing as Belton is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Rudder, they will face off against Brenham at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Brenham is on a three-game streak of home wins, Rudder a three-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field.
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