Topeka extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 3-4. They had to suffer through a 50-0 loss at the hands of the Manhattan Indians. While losing is never fun, the Trojans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas football rankings (they are ranked 97th, while the Indians are ranked tenth).
As for Manhattan, their record now sits at 5-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Manhattan's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kha'Mario Davis, who rushed for 160 yards and three TDs on only 15 carries. Davis' longest rush was for an impressive 68 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. The team also got some help courtesy of Finn Watson, who threw for 111 yards and three touchdowns on only ten passes.
Looking ahead, Topeka will welcome Pittsburg at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Manhattan, they will head out on the road to challenge Washburn Rural at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Indians will be up against the Blues' rather soft defense (which has allowed 25.57 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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