Marcus had to skate by with only a three-point margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 38-point drubbing they dealt Pearce on Friday. The Marauders claimed a resounding 52-14 win over the Mustangs. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Marauders' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 59th, while the Mustangs are ranked 281st).
Colton Nussmeier
| 09/12/25 @ Pearce | 129.1 |
| 08/28/25 @ Keller | 116.4 |
| 11/07/24 @ Coppell | 109.1 |
| 11/01/24 vs Little Elm | 124.8 |
| 10/25/24 @ Flower Mound | 121.5 |
| + 6 more games |
Marcus got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Colton Nussmeier out in front who threw for 240 yards and one touchdown while completing 76.2% of his passes, and also rushed for 31 yards. What's more, Nussmeier racked up 129.1 passer rating, the most he's had since back in September of 2024. Another rusher making a difference was Carter Francis, who rushed for 50 yards and a pair of TDs.
Marcus didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Easton Mitchell and Andrew Bennett. Mitchell has been hot recently, having also posted at least one defended passe the last three times he's played.
Marcus' record is now 2-0. As for Pearce, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Marcus and Pearce will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next matches. The next time the Marauders see the field they'll take on Lewisville at 7:00 p.m. on the 26th. As for Pearce, their break will end when they face Lake Highlands at 7:00 p.m. on the 25th.
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