October 17, 2025 at 6:01 a.m.

Pigskin Preview Week 9: Rhinelander at Merrill

Season on the line for Hodags against Bluejays
Rhinelander’s Ryley Hull (3), Myles Eagleson (0) and Judson O’Malley (12) attempt to tackle Medford’s Will Wojcik during the second quarter of a GNC football game at Mike Webster Stadium Friday, Oct. 10. The Hodags, after allowing more than 275 yards on the ground each of the last two weeks, will be tested again Friday night against a Merrill team that’s averaging more than 211 yards per game on the ground. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
Rhinelander’s Ryley Hull (3), Myles Eagleson (0) and Judson O’Malley (12) attempt to tackle Medford’s Will Wojcik during the second quarter of a GNC football game at Mike Webster Stadium Friday, Oct. 10. The Hodags, after allowing more than 275 yards on the ground each of the last two weeks, will be tested again Friday night against a Merrill team that’s averaging more than 211 yards per game on the ground. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
By JEREMY MAYO
Sports Editor
Winning tonight at Merrill does not automatically guarantee the Hodags a spot in the tournament, …

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