After flying high against Independence last Friday, Labette County came back down to earth. The Labette County Grizzlies were beaten by the Chanute Blue Comets 35-6 on Friday. The loss continues a trend for the Grizzlies in their matchups with the Blue Comets: they've now lost six in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Labette County lost, don't look at Jamaal Jackson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown. Jackson's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 124 rushing yards.
Labette County wouldn't let Chanute keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Labette County can thank Tayton Claibourn and Kamden Good for forcing both of them. Good also made four total tackles, which is notable because Labette County is 2-1 when he posts at least three total tackles, but 2-3 otherwise.
Labette County moved to 4-4 with that defeat, which also ended their three-game winning streak. As for Chanute, their victory bumped their record up to 6-2.
Labette County will take on Sumner Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Chanute, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Paola at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Chanute's defense has only allowed 14.2 points per game this season, so Paola's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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