Football Recap: Glenbard West Beats Downers Grove North for Their Sixth Straight Win + How To Watch

Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Glenbard West). They strolled past the Downers Grove North Trojans with points to spare on Saturday, taking the game 35-21. The Hilltoppers' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.

While passing duties were split, you can't argue with the impact Brody Goerig and Aj Rayford both made on the matchup. Goerig rushed for 64 yards and one touchdown while Rayford threw for 168 yards and one TD on only 13 passes.

Hilltoppers

Previous 6 Games

09/20/25 vs Downers Grove North	35-21
09/12/25 @ Oak Park-River Forest	26-7
09/06/25 vs Joliet Catholic	27-21
08/29/25 @ Batavia	31-28
10/26/24 vs Oak Park-River Forest	48-21
10/18/24 @ Proviso West	51-0

The win keeps Glenbard West at an undefeated 4-0. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 36.3 points over those games. As for Downers Grove North, their loss dropped their record down to 3-1.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Glenbard West will host Lyons at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Downers Grove North, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Proviso West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans are facing the Panthers at the right time seeing as the Panthers are stuck on a three-game losing streak.