Rockford was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a blow against the Annandale Cardinals, falling 35-7. While losing is never fun, the Rockets can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Minnesota football rankings (they are ranked 134th, while the Cardinals are ranked third).
Max Ladman threw for 39 yards on three of six attempts. Sean Asangwe was his top target, picking up 49 receiving yards and one touchdown. On the ground, Bradley Graunke rushed for 29 yards.
Rockford's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Annandale, they pushed their record up to 6-0 with the win, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rockford will welcome Pierz at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pioneers' defense has only allowed 7.7 points per game this season, so the Rockets' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Annandale, they will be playing at home against Milaca at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cardinals will be up against the Wolves' rather soft defense (which has allowed 29.67 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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