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Daylen Hocker leads undefeated Muhlenberg County into third game of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 9:19 AM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

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Summary

Muhlenberg County starts its football season with a 2-0 record behind the performance of junior Daylen Hocker. The Mustangs opened the fall with a 7-0 victory against McLean County and a 63-0 shutout win over Webster County. In the latter, Hocker recorded one rushing touchdown and two receiving scores while contributing on both sides of the ball. Head coach Josh Staples utilizes the versatile junior as a running back, defensive back, and outside linebacker. Hocker, who underwent knee surgery last season, reports no lingering pain and full confidence in his mobility. Muhlenberg County travels to face Edmonson County tonight in search of a third consecutive victory.

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By the Numbers

•Muhlenberg County holds a 2-0 record after shutouts against McLean County and Webster County.
•Daylen Hocker recorded three total touchdowns in the recent win over Webster County.
•Hocker plays multiple positions including running back, defensive back, and outside linebacker.
•The Mustangs face Edmonson County tonight in a matchup scheduled to take place in Edmonson County.
•Hocker is currently playing without restrictions following surgery on his left knee.

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What they're saying

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At the tender age of 1, Daylen Hocker celebrated his first Halloween experience dressed up as a football. Not a football player, mind you — a football. He’s had a love affair with the sport ever since. A 5-foot-11, 170-pound junior, Hocker has been instrumental in Muhlenberg County’s fast start on the gridiron this fall. The Mustangs are out of the gate at 2-0, having posted victories over ...
— Yahoo Sports

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