After flying high against Aztec last Friday, Kirtland Central came back down to earth. The Broncos were outmatched by the Moriarty Pintos and fell 47-0. The Broncos lost against the Pintos in their previous head to head back in November of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 38-23 score last time.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Moriarty to victory, but perhaps none more so than Mateo Manley-Griego, who rushed for 151 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. That's the most rushing touchdowns Manley-Griego has posted since back in August. Mario Romero helped out on the ground, rushing for 133 yards and three rushing touchdowns.
Kirtland Central has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-8 record this season. As for Moriarty, they pushed their record up to 5-4 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home.
Kirtland Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Moriarty, they will challenge Portales at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pintos will be up against the Rams' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30.1 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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