Delta and Denair squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Delta had to settle for second. They took a blow against the Denair Coyotes, falling 49-16. The Saints lost against the Coyotes in their previous head to head back in September of 2016, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 73-6 score last time.
Delta's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Max Danila, who picked up 115 receiving yards and a touchdown, and Chase Parkinson, who threw for 201 yards and two touchdowns. Danila's receiving production has been exceptional as that marked his fifth straight game with at least 115 receiving yards.
Denair got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Degan Butler out in front who rushed for 174 yards while picking up 9.7 yards per carry. Jesse Ruelas was another key player, rushing for 54 yards and three touchdowns on only six carries.
Delta's defeat dropped their record down to 6-5. As for Denair, they now also have a winning record of 6-5.
Delta does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Denair, they will take on Stone Ridge Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Stone Ridge Christian is coming into the match with four straight wins on the road, so Denair will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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