Duncan dropped to 3-4 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They came up short against the Ray Bearcats, falling 40-14. The Wildkats were not able to make up for their defeat to the Bearcats from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.
Even if they lost, Duncan's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: KY COATS, TAYGAN JENSEN, and CONNER FREE, who each picked up one sack apiece. COATS was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 15 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
As for Ray, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 6-1. Considering they have won four matchups by more than 23 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Ray's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jesse James, who threw for 172 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 47 yards and one score. James didn't just play on offense: he also made five total tackles and defended four passes. Another rusher making a difference was Chase Chester, who gained 150 total yards and two touchdowns.
Looking ahead, Duncan will face off against San Manuel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildkats will be up against the Miners' rather soft defense (which has allowed 41.71 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Ray, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Superior at 7:00 p.m. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 979 yards in their previous games.
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