Prairie State recap October 1, 2013
Marquette Catholic took down East Alton-Wood River 55-0 last week, the largest margin of any game.
Mt. Olive made the biggest jump in the national rankings this week, rising to 11,588 from 11,832. The improvement was the result of a 63-13 victory over Decatur Lutheran last week.
Jacob Neihaus threw for 115 yards and 4 touchdowns. He went 8-11 with 0 interception.
Luke Hamlin was a passing and rushing force as Nokomis/Ramsey topped Bunker Hill. He completed 6 passes for 164 yards and also ran for 85 yards. Hamlin's favorite target this week was Cody Nash, who caught 2 passes for 80 yards.
Neihaus put up the best numbers through the air as the Wildcats beat the Lions. Neihaus' favorite target this week was Brenden O'Neal, who caught 3 passes for 65 yards.
Mt. Olive's offense has been unstoppable this season and the Wildcats feature the season leaders in passing, rushing and receiving yards. Neihaus has thrown for 723 yards and 14 touchdowns this season, while O'Neal has 21 catches for 462 yards.
The Explorers are currently in third, while the Redskins are in first.
Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.
