The Panther Flag Football team split a Wednesday doubleheader at W.B. Adams Stadium, falling to the Milligan Buffaloes before rebounding with a dominant win over the Radford Highlanders.

Ferrum opened the day against No. 3 Milligan, where the Buffaloes used a high-powered passing attack to pull away for a 48-7 victory. Milligan built an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, limiting Ferrum’s offensive opportunities and forcing the Panthers to play from behind.

Ferrum scored its lone touchdown in the second half, but the Panthers were unable to slow Milligan’s offensive rhythm. The matchup was the second meeting between the teams this season after Ferrum previously dropped a 26-14 decision. In that earlier contest, Milligan held a narrow edge in total offense, outgaining Ferrum 339-300 in yards..

Despite the setback, the Panthers responded quickly in its second game of the day against Radford. The Panthers delivered one of their most dominant performances of the season, rolling to a 99-0 victory.

The Panther offense moved the ball efficiently and capitalized on scoring opportunities throughout the game. The Panthers built an early lead and continued to extend it with a consistent passing attack and strong offensive execution.

The defense was equally impressive, shutting down Radford’s offense and preventing any scoring chances. Ferrum forced multiple stops and maintained a strong field position, allowing the Panthers to control the pace of the game from start to finish.

The split highlighted the challenges of facing a nationally ranked opponent while also showing Ferrum’s ability to respond after adversity. After the loss to Milligan, the Panthers closed the day with a statement win over Radford, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive strength.