Monroe County Region football week 1 games showcase top performances

In the Monroe County Region football games for Week 1, several teams delivered strong performances. In a high-scoring matchup, SMCC edged out Whiteford 37-28, highlighted by Brek Ruddy's 226 rushing yards. Jefferson defeated Flint New Standard 44-6 with significant contributions from Drake Jones and Ryan Roberts. Ida triumphed over Redford Union 50-34, with Justin Crozier leading the charge with 271 rushing yards. Other notable games included Bedford's 20-13 win against Livonia Stevenson and Plymouth's current lead over Monroe at 40-28. The Week 1 contests set the stage for teams as they move through the season.

• 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Monroe County Region football summaries for Week 1 games