​BYRON, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The reigning 3A state champion Byron Tigers looked as strong as ever Friday night. They opened their season with a 55-7 win against North Boone in a Big Northern Conference Game.Byron senior running back JJ Edmonson ripped off a 45-yard touchdown run early to set the tone. He later added a 13-yard touchdown run. Landon Bonvallet also added a pair of touchdown runs. For highlights, watch the media player above.Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to MyStateline | WTVO WQRF News, Weather and Sports.