Butler and Anderson squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Butler had to settle for second. They were dealt a 49-14 defeat at the hands of the Anderson Raptors. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Aviators have suffered since November 3, 2023.
Justice Burnam was his usual excellent self, throwing for 246 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 passes, while also rushing for 131 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries for Anderson. Burnam is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last four games he's played. Trace Jallick was another key player, picking up 113 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Butler moved to 9-3 with that defeat, which also ended their five-game winning streak. As for Anderson, their victory was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-0.
Butler does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Anderson, they will square off against Mt. Healthy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Anderson's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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