Mifflin fell victim to Linden-McKinley and their airtight defense on Thursday. They were dealt a 60-0 loss at the hands of the Panthers. While losing is never fun, the Punchers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio football rankings (they are ranked 683rd, while the Panthers are ranked 310th).
Linden-McKinley found their leader in sophomore Davell Brock, who rushed for 68 yards and a pair of TDs on only seven carries, and also threw for 132 yards and two touchdowns. Brock is also on a roll when it comes to rushing touchdowns, as he's now punched in two or more in each of the last four games he's played. Jaron Sims was another key player, picking up 40 receiving yards and two scores.
Mifflin's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Linden-McKinley, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 8-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mifflin will take on Whetstone at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th. The Punchers are facing the Braves at the right time seeing as the Braves are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Linden-McKinley, they will face off against Northland at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th. The Vikings' defense has only allowed 14.9 points per game this season, so the Panthers' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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