Northeast Jones had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They breezed by the Collins Tigers on the road to the tune of 50-12. This was payback for Northeast Jones, who suffered a 17-6 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Northeast Jones was led to victory by Jadden Roberts and Karsen Lightsey. Roberts rushed for 133 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, while Lightsey rushed for 34 yards and two touchdowns.
Northeast Jones wouldn't let Collins keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Northeast Jones can thank Brandon Broadhead and Darren Duff for forcing both of them. Duff didn't just play on offense: he also forced a fumble, made four total tackles, and defended two passes.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Northeast Jones was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 284 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Collins only rushed for 92.
Northeast Jones will host West Jones at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Collins, they will hit the road for the first time this season to take on Seminary at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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