The Generals beat the Cougars 34 to 7 at home on Saturday evening, a regular-season fixture in the NFL. It was their third meeting of the campaign and the result settled the matter early enough to let the visitors talk themselves down. and here's the thing — the Cougars had looked dangerous in their previous outing.
Two weeks ago they scored 55 points against Bayson, a performance that suggested offensive rhythm. By then they might have been feeling comfortable, but comfort doesn't translate when the Generals bring pressure. The hosts controlled territory and kept the Cougars off-balance from the opening drive.
Three touchdowns and a field goal made up the Generals' 34 points, while the Cougars managed a single touchdown and nothing else. The defensive line got over the line consistently, disrupting passing lanes and forcing hurried throws. to be fair the Cougars' quarterback had little time to find his receivers.
The Generals' ground game carried them when passing options dried up, averaging four yards a carry on first downs. Running backs found gaps where the Cougars' linebackers had been caught out of position. by then the momentum had shifted decisively, and the Cougars stopped trying to match the pace.
For the Cougars this ends a two-game winning streak, the first time they've lost back-to-back fixtures this season. The Generals meanwhile extend their home record to five wins from seven matches. and here's the thing — the margin tells you everything about the gap between these sides on this day.
