Dewey and Checotah pushed the score to 53-13 the last time they played Checotah, but on Friday defenses reigned supreme. The Bulldoggers took a 14-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wildcats. The Bulldoggers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Braxton Braden threw for 87 yards and one touchdown. Marshall Mcdaniel was his top target, picking up 62 receiving yards. On the ground, Eddie Rice rushed for 59 yards.
Jayden Ellen was a one-man wrecking crew For Checotah. as he rushed for 236 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 10.3 yards per carry. Ellen really tore up the turf during one magnificent 74-yard run.
Dewey now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Checotah, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Dewey and Checotah will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next contests. The next time the Bulldoggers see the field they'll take on Metro Christian at 7:00 p.m. on the 26th. As for Checotah, their break will end when they face Locust Grove at 7:00 p.m. on the 26th.
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