DeRidder's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They claimed a resounding 55-12 victory over the LaGrange Gators. That looming 55-12 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Dragons yet this season.
DeRidder wouldn't let LaGrange keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. DeRidder can thank Dylon Rhodes and Javaughn Fairley for forcing both of them. Rhodes is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last 20 games he's played dating back to last season. Amari Willis was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss).
DeRidder was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 201 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 201 rushing yards in three consecutive contests.
The win got DeRidder back to even at 4-4. As for LaGrange, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-3.
DeRidder will face off against Washington-Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Washington-Marion is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning DeRidder will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for LaGrange, they will welcome Iowa at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Iowa knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past six matchups -- so hopefully LaGrange likes a good challenge.
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