With a playoff game on the line, Andover rose to the challenge on Saturday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm 58-21. The Huskies' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Joseph Mapson, who rushed for 134 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries, and also threw for 112 yards on nine of 13 attempts. His rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 133 rushing yards. Wyatt Myers was another major influence, as he rushed for 108 yards and ran in a TD.
Andover was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 349 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Andover didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Alex Kopetzki and Macintyre Griess. Another thorn in Sauk Rapids-Rice's side was Kaleb Weikel, who picked up a sack, made nine total tackles (1.5 for loss), and defended two passes.
Andover's win bumped their record up to 7-2. As for Sauk Rapids-Rice, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season.
Andover will take on Elk River on Friday. Andover is looking to tack on another W to their nine-game streak on the road dating back to last season. Sauk Rapids-Rice does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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