Jay has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 10.33 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They received a blow as they fell 37-18 to the Southwest Dragons. The Mustangs haven't had much luck with the Dragons recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Despite the loss, Jay still got an impressive performance from Nicholas Rios, who rushed for 100 yards on only 12 carries, and also caught a touchdown.
It was another big night for Jah Mills, who rushed for 167 yards and a touchdown for Southwest.
Jay's loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 8-1. As for Southwest, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 9-0.
Jay will be playing in front of their home fans against Southside at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Southside is coming into the contest with four straight wins on the road, so Jay will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Southwest, they will venture away from home to challenge Cigarroa at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Southwest knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past four matches -- so hopefully Cigarroa likes a good challenge.
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