McDowell had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They claimed a resounding 49-21 victory over the Avery County Vikings at home. The Titans' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
McDowell's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Danny Brown led the charge by rushing for 110 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries, while also throwing for 137 yards and a touchdown on only nine passes. The dominant performance gave Brown a new career-high in rushing yards. Another rusher making a difference was Jordan Barnett, who rushed for 70 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: McDowell was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 285 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
McDowell's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Avery County, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
McDowell will head out on the road to take on T.C. Roberson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Avery County, they will take on Rosman at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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