If the MaxPreps national rankings hold true, the near future looks bright for Overton. They will be playing at home against Elwood at on Friday. Elwood will need to watch out since Overton have now posted big point totals in their last five contests.
Last Friday, Overton put the finishing touches on their 6th blowout victory of the season. Everything went their way against Bertrand as they made off with a 48-22 win. Among those leading the charge for Overton was senior Braden Kizer, who rushed for 171 yards and 3 touchdowns. Kizer has been a consistent playmaker for Overton as this was the 5th good game in a row from him.
Meanwhile, Elwood have had to suffer through a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything came up roses for them against Loomis as the team secured a 64-26 victory. With Elwood ahead 36-14 at the half, the game was all but over already.
Their wins bumped Overton to 6-1 and Elwood to 1-6. Given their high-scoring efforts against their previous opponents, it will be interesting to see how far up these teams can run up the score.
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