Parlier and Orosi squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Parlier had to settle for second. They were dealt a 55-14 defeat at the hands of the Cardinals. The Panthers haven't had much luck with the Cardinals recently, as the team has come up short the last seven times they've met.
Orosi's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jason De La Cruz led the charge by rushing for 98 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 12 carries. De La Cruz has been hot, having also posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last eight times he's played. Another passer making a difference was Juan Diego Villegas, who threw for 177 yards and three TDs.
Parlier's loss dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Orosi, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-3 record this season.
Parlier does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Orosi, they will host Firebaugh at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles' defense has only allowed 13.5 points per game this season, so the Cardinals' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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