A win for Flagstaff just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They lost 49-26 to the Coconino Panthers. The loss continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now lost eight in a row.
Flagstaff's loss came despite strong showings from Jadon Wetzel and Chase Brown. Wetzel gained 163 total yards and two touchdowns, while Brown threw for 222 yards and three touchdowns. Wetzel's rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his eighth straight game with at least 100 rushing yards. The team also got some help courtesy of AJ Valdez, who picked up 34 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Coconino had a senior duo take command as Fernando Ramirez rushed for 138 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.1 yards per carry and Colton Buckingham threw for 195 yards and three touchdowns while completing 92.3% of his passes. Buckingham's posted a season-high passer rating of 170.7. Ethan Jeffs was another key player, picking up 72 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Flagstaff's record is now 6-4. As for Coconino, their victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-4.
Flagstaff does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Coconino, they are taking a road trip to face off against Mica Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mica Mountain's defense has only allowed four points per game this season, so Coconino's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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