It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Dakota had no problem doing just that on Friday. They took their matchup with ease, bagging a 41-14 victory over the Utica Eisenhower Eagles. The result was nothing new for the Cougars, who have now won nine contests by 24 points or more so far this season.
Dakota was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 222 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 190 rushing yards in three consecutive games.
Dakota didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Dominic Vanvliet. Another thorn in Utica Eisenhower's side was Logan Criteser, who picked up 2.5 sacks and made four total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Dakota's win bumped their record up to 10-1. As for Utica Eisenhower, their loss dropped their record down to 8-3.
Dakota will square off against Cass Tech on Friday. Cass Tech will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Dakota surely won't give up without a fight. Utica Eisenhower does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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