Columbus and North Linn squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Columbus had to settle for second. They had to suffer through a 59-14 loss at the hands of the Lynx. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Iowa football rankings (they are ranked 226th, while the Lynx are ranked 94th).
Columbus has also been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season. As for North Linn, their win bumped their record up to 8-1.
Columbus does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for North Linn, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Pekin on November 7. The Lynx will need to watch out since the Panthers have now posted at least 31 points in their last three games.
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