Wheat Ridge is 0-3 against Conifer since October of 2022 but things could change on Friday. The Farmers are taking a road trip to take on the Lobos at 7:00 p.m. Wheat Ridge has given up an average of 44.5 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Wheat Ridge is headed into the matchup out to prove that what happened against Green Mountain on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. The Farmers were beaten by the Rams 57-13. The Farmers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 36-6.
Meanwhile, a well-balanced attack led Conifer over Skyview in every quarter on their way to victory on Friday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that the Lobos blew the Wolverines out of the water with a 56-0 final score. The Lobos haven't had any issues with the Wolverines recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Conifer didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Jack Fager, Jj Dowell, and McKade Tracey picked up one apiece. Fager is on a roll when it comes to interceptions, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Conifer received some extra help from Liam Van Airsdale, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Conifer's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Wheat Ridge, their loss dropped their record down to 0-6.
Wheat Ridge might still be hurting after the 48-26 defeat they got from Conifer when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Thankfully for the Farmers, Benson White (who rushed for 144 yards and three scores on only five carries, and also threw for 165 yards and a pair of touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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