NLFA Week 5 Recap: Roughnecks vs. Bombers Ends in 14–6 Battle

Week 5 brought the heat as the Roughnecks and Bombers clashed in a gritty, hard-fought matchup that ultimately ended in a 14–6 victory for the Bombers.

Despite being picked off three times, Roughnecks QB #3 Ethan Ortiz showed resilience, connecting on a 72-yard touchdown bomb to WR #14 Matt Brothers — a play that gave the Roughnecks life and had fans on their feet.

The Bombers, who got off to a late start, found a spark on defense thanks to #17 Imere Moten, who came up big in key moments to help lock down the win. Another two-way standout for the Bombers, #16 Sedrick Young Jr, made his presence felt on both sides of the ball, dishing out damage whether on offense or defense.

Bombers standout offensive players:

#18 Javarrea Taylor

#3 Zach Lipscomb

#16 Sedrick Young Jr

Bombers standout defensive players:

#7 Keon Coleman

#12 Xzavier Butler — who made a heads-up play on special teams, recovering a fumble in the endzone for a huge touchdown.

Roughnecks standout offensive players:

#23 Jeremy Calloway (Rookie)

#13 KJ Williams (Rookie)

#14 Matt Brothers

Roughnecks standout defensive players:

#23 Jeremy Calloway (Rookie)

#6 Kyler Hively (Rookie)

This Week 5 showdown may not have gone the Roughnecks' way, but the talent and grit were on full display from both squads. The second half of the season is heating up, and if this matchup is any indication, fans are in for a thrilling finish!