Laramie Faces Tough Test at No. 2 Sheridan [VIDEO]

For the second straight week, the Laramie Plainsmen face a long road trip north. This time, the Plainsmen trek to Sheridan to face the No. 2 Broncs. Laramie enters the game at 3-2, while Sheridan is 4-1. KOWB Radio will have live coverage starting at 5 p.m.

LARAMIE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAME PREVIEW WEEK 5 OF 2026

The Plainsmen lost at Thunder Basin last Friday night. The final was 21-7. Laramie was limited to 164 total yards and nine first downs on offense. Head coach Jake Chick told KOWB that they also failed to get off the field on third down defensively. LHS held a 7-6 lead in the fourth quarter and had an interception return for a touchdown negated by a penalty. The Bolts scored after that, which was a 14-point swing.

Sheridan suffered its first loss on the football field since 2021 last Friday night. The Broncs lost in Casper at Natrona County, 38-0. Sheridan is a run-heavy team. They average 168 rushing yards per game. Senior Braxten Crow rushes for nearly 80 yards per game. He has scored six TDs. Dom Destefano is the QB. He averages 52.4 passing yards per game with five TDs and three interceptions. The Broncs strength is their defense. They allow only 250 yards and 15.6 points per game. They’re always potent on special teams with two kick return TDs in 2026.

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Laramie head coach Jake Chick visited with KOWB’s David Settle to preview the game at Sheridan. Coach Chick reflected on the tough loss at Thunder Basin and how they can learn from it. He also discussed their focus in practice and getting back their own edge.

Laramie vs. Sheridan Game History

The series dates back to 1911. It is the third-oldest for Laramie. Sheridan leads the all-time series, 47-43. The Broncs have won 23 in a row. The last Plainsmen victory came in 2005.

David Settle and VerDon Hoopes will be on the broadcast call on KOWB Radio (AM 1290) starting at 5 p.m. You can also listen on the KOWB app, online through our website, and on smart speakers. The game starts at 6 p.m.