Downey had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They skirted past the Notre Dame (SO) Knights 24-21. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Vikings have posted since September 6, 2024.
Oscar Rios was a one-man wrecking crew as he threw for 311 yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 133 yards on only 14 carries. His longest rush was for an impressive 55 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. 121 of Rios' passing yards were hauled in by Jesus Rios.
Noel Washington and Wyatt Brown certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Washington rushed for 115 yards and one score while picking up 7.2 yards per carry, while Brown rushed for 60 yards and a pair of TDs.
Downey wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 35-34 victory against Orange Vista on the 29th. As for Notre Dame (SO), they have also already played their next matchup, a 42-0 win against Bishop Alemany on the 29th.
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