Northwest had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They claimed a resounding 58-14 win over the Santa Fe Chiefs on the road. That's more bragging rights for the Mustangs, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Dane Palmer had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 210 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries, and also threw for 68 yards and a touchdown. Connor Thorp was another key player, gaining 108 total yards and three touchdowns.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Northwest was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 360 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 151 rushing yards in six consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Northwest's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Elliot Nieters and Troy Phillips.
Northwest will venture away from home to square off against St. Paul Lutheran on Friday. As for Santa Fe, they will welcome Northland Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Santa Fe is looking for their season?s first victory.
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