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Raiders Return Strong for 2026 | Lafayette Louisiana News
The Northwest Raiders are poised for a breakout 2026 season, returning 25 seniors including LSU-bound star Markez Davis, as they aim to defend their district title after an undefeated regular season last year. Coach Chris Edwards, in his 13th year and a former Raider himself, leads a roster built on resilience — starting slow with 18 new players but roaring into a six-game win streak once momentum kicked in. With QB Justin Chavis getting elite coaching from Jake Delhomme and a stout defense anchored by Fred Nimer and Marcus Sam, the team’s chemistry and consistency are their biggest weapons…
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