Manti is a perfect 8-0 against Carbon since August of 2015 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Friday. The Templars will take on the Dinos at 7:00 p.m. Carbon took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Manti, who comes in off a win.
On Friday, Manti got the win against North Sanpete by a conclusive 35-14. The win continues a trend for the Templars in their matchups with the Hawks: they've now won three in a row.
Carter Mason
| 10/03/25 @ North Sanpete | 54 |
| 09/26/25 vs San Juan | 39 |
| 09/19/25 vs Richfield | 16 |
| 09/12/25 @ Cedar | 18 |
| 09/05/25 vs Juab | 16 |
| + 2 more games |
Tala Taulapapa and Carter Mason were among the main playmakers for Manti as the former gained 192 total yards and three touchdowns and the latter rushed for 54 yards and one TD on only six carries. That's the most rushing yards Mason has posted since back in August.
Manti didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited North Sanpete to a completion percentage of just 47.6%. That defensive display was nothing new: the Templars have limited their opponent to a lower and lower completion percentage in three consecutive games.
Manti's defense didn't let the opposing QB, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank two different players for their defensive prowess: Nelson Everitt and Kellen Lund, who each picked up 0.5 sacks apiece.
Meanwhile, Carbon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They were dealt a 28-0 loss at the hands of Delta. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Dinos were not able to get on the board.
Manti's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Carbon, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Here's a few offensive stats to keep an eye on ahead of Friday's contest: Manti has been on an offensive roll this season, having averaged 402.1 total yards per game. It's a different story for Carbon, though, as they've been averaging only 177.2 total yards. Will Manti be able to march up the field at their leisure again, or will the Dinos flip the script?
Everything came up roses for Manti against Carbon in their previous matchup back in September of 2024, as the team secured a 61-0 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Templars since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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