Simeon waltzed into their game on Saturday with six straight wins... but they left with seven. They were the clear victor by a 36-13 margin over the Johnson Pumas. Given the Wolverines' advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 106th, while the Pumas are ranked 305th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Simeon got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Kaleb Sims out in front who threw for 122 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 32 yards and a touchdown. James Bell was another key rusher, rushing for 139 yards on only 15 carries.
Simeon wouldn't let Johnson keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Simeon can thank Charles Smith and Daveon Payne for forcing both of them. Smith is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last eight games he's played dating back to last season.
Simeon's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-1. As for Johnson, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Simeon will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Morgan Park at 1:00 p.m. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Simeon: 13.2, Morgan Park: 4.5) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Johnson, they will head out to take on Brooks at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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