Downers Grove South only won by three when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 26-point they dealt Leyden on Friday. The Downers Grove South Mustangs were the clear victor by a 33-7 margin over the Leyden Eagles. Given the Mustangs' advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 115th, while the Eagles are ranked 289th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
The victory was the fourth in a row for Downers Grove South, bringing their record for this year to 5-2. As for Leyden, their loss dropped their record down to 4-3.
Downers Grove South will challenge Proviso East at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The timing is sure in Downers Grove South's favor as the team sits on six straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Proviso East has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road. As for Leyden, they will venture away from home to face off against Addison Trail at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Addison Trail's defense has only allowed 12.7 points per game this season, so Leyden's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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