Football Recap: Monroe Vikings vs. Arleta Mustangs
Monroe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 48-6 loss at the hands of the Arleta Mustangs. The Vikings lost against the Mustangs in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 26-8 score last time.
Arleta was led to victory by Jose Rosas and Austin Ramos. Rosas gained 186 total yards and four touchdowns, while Ramos threw for 144 yards and four touchdowns. The dominant performance also gave Ramos a new career-high in rushing yards.
Monroe's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Arleta, they pushed their record up to 3-2 with the victory, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season.
Monroe will face off against Poly at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Poly's defense has only allowed 16.2 points per game this season, so Monroe's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Arleta, they will take on Verdugo Hills at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Verdugo Hills will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Arleta surely won't give up without a fight.
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