With a playoff game on the line, Mansfield rose to the challenge on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Avoyelles Mustangs 58-14. The Wolverines' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kalvin Jackson had a dynamite game for Mansfield, rushing for 172 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Jackson's longest rush was for an incredible 92 yards. Jamorian Atkins was in the mix as well, providing Mansfield with a touchdown.
Mansfield was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 366 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
The victory was the fifth in a row for Mansfield, bringing their record for this year to 7-4. Those good results were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 11.2 points per game. As for Avoyelles, they now have a losing record at 5-6.
Mansfield will head out on the road to square off against Oak Grove at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Oak Grove has won six straight at home, while Mansfield won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change. Avoyelles does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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