The Central Raiders will host the Yates Center Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Central is coming into the game on a six-game losing streak.
Central is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They fell 36-26 to West Elk on Friday. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since October 28, 2021, but that streak is no more.
Despite the loss, Central got top-tier performance from Isaiah Williams, who rushed for 96 yards and one TD on only 13 carries, and also caught one touchdown.
Meanwhile, Yates Center played a tough matchup on Friday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were beaten by Flinthills 71-42. The Wildcats haven't had much luck with the Mustangs recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.
Central will need to focus on slowing down Gavin Busteed, one of several Yates Center players who made an impact when they last played. He rushed for 150 yards and four scores, and also threw for 146 yards and one TD. Busteed also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making four total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes. Yates Center also got help from Benjamin Cook, who showed off his sure hands for 117 receiving yards.
Central's record is now 1-7. As for Yates Center, their record now sits at an identical 1-7.
Thursday's contest might be decided on the ground. Central has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 151.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Yates Center struggles in that department as they've been averaging 189.9 rushing yards. There's a good chance Thursday's game turns into a tough fight on the ground. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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