The Jefferson Panthers were able to grind out a solid win over the Conrad Cowboys on Friday, taking the game 33-20. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Panthers.
Jefferson can attribute much of their success to Tyzer Zody, who threw for 257 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 32 yards and one score.
Jefferson didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Conrad to a completion percentage of just 11.1%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from three players: Caleb Morris, Cooper Mikesell, and Andrew Rodriguez, who each logged one passes deflected. Jefferson wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 61.8%.
Panthers
| Wyatt Mosher | 1 |
| Colten Thornock | 1 |
| Tyzer Zody | 1 |
| Cobe Burnett | 1 |
| Wences Martinez | 1 |
Jefferson didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off five passes before the game was over. It was a group effort, with five picking up one apiece.
When it comes to explaining why Conrad lost, don't look at Tegan Jones. Despite the final result, he rushed for 168 yards and a pair of touchdowns while picking up 8.8 yards per carry.
Jefferson's record is now 2-0. As for Conrad, their record now sits at 1-1.
Jefferson and Conrad will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Panthers are set to square off against their familiar foe Columbus at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Conrad will take on rival Malta/Whitewater/Saco/Dodson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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