Caruthersville had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat the Portageville Bulldogs 40-7. The result was nothing new for the Tigers, who have now won nine games by 21 points or more so far this season.
Jermonte Alexander continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 176 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries. He didn't just play on offense: he also made three total tackles and defended a pass in addition to snagging three interceptions.
Caruthersville didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Alexander. Caruthersville got some further help from Tre?Sean Mays: he picked up 1.5 sacks and made ten total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Caruthersville was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 297 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since the start of last season.
Caruthersville's win was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-1. As for Portageville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Caruthersville will square off against East Prairie on Friday. Portageville does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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