Mexico's winning streak this season is three games, and its winning streak over Marshall (1-3) is at seven after a 40-8 victory on Friday at home. The Bulldogs (3-1) led 28-0 at halftime, and finished with four interceptions. James Matthews came away with two interceptions (both in first half that went a combined 109 yards) and scored on one while D'Naz Smith scored on his interception after returning it for 56 yards. Logan Hilderman snagged an interception. Matthews (45-yard TD), Kyler Benne (60-yard TD), and Kael Smith (20-yard TD) ran for touchdowns and Smith caught an 18-yard touchdown thrown by Benne.
Mexico finished with 232 rushing yards. Benne led with 88 yards on three carries, Matthews had 62 yards on three carries, and Smith had 39 yards on seven carries. The Bulldogs had four sacks after not having any in the first three weeks.
Mexico plays at Class 4 No. 6 Hannibal (2-2) at 7 p.m. Friday.
Read the full story in the September 23, 2026 edition of the Mexico Ledger.
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