Fort Collins and Arvada West squared off in some playoff action on Sunday, but Fort Collins had to settle for second. They were dealt a 59-29 defeat at the hands of the Arvada West Wildcats. The Lambkins were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 38-7.
When it comes to explaining why Fort Collins lost, don't look at Jack Mckeon. Despite the final result, he rushed for 208 yards and three touchdowns. Fort Collins is 4-2 when Mckeon posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 2-3 otherwise. Fort Collins also got help from Levi Hermsen, who showed off his sure hands for 143 receiving yards.
Even though they lost, Fort Collins was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 256 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since the start of last season.
Fort Collins wouldn't let Arvada West keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Fort Collins can thank Gavin Brinkman and Wesley Davis for forcing both of them. Kaden Souders was another major factor on D, making eight total tackles (2.0 for loss) and snagged an interception.
Adrian Symalla was his usual excellent self, rushing for 291 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 12.1 yards per carry for Arvada West. With that strong performance, Symalla is now averaging an impressive 100.5 rushing yards per game. Jaiden Green also helped out as he racked up 105 rushing yards.
The loss snapped Fort Collins' winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 6-5 record. As for Arvada West, their record is now 7-4.
Fort Collins does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Arvada West, they will face off against Ralston Valley at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Ralston Valley is coming into the contest with five straight victories at home, so Arvada West will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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