Patriots travel to South Adams

Jay County Patriots 

Portland, 4-2 (2-2)

Coach: Grant Zgunda, third year (26th overall)

Conference: Allen County

Last week vs. Woodlan: A.J. Myers rushed for five touchdowns to lead Jay County to their first win in school history against Woodlan. Myers ran for 251 yards on 39 attempts during the game. After a fumble early in the second half led to a score, the Patriots focused in to shut the Warriors down. 

Season leaders: Passing — Sean Bailey – 39-of-70 for 642 yards and nine TDs. Rushing — A.J. Myers – 142 carries for 663 yards and 10 TDs. Receiving — Justin DeHoff – nine receptions for 264 yards and three TDs. Defense — Garrett Bennett – 48 tackles and four tackles for loss.

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South Adams Starfires

Berne, 3-3 (0-3)

Coach: Grant Moser, ninth year

Conference: Allen County

Last week vs. Adams Central: The Starfires were held scoreless as Adams Central racked up 512 yards of offense in a 48-0 beating. South Adams only managed to convert 1-of-10 times on third downs as they totaled 148 yards of offense.

Season leaders: Passing — Owen Wanner – 67-of-139 for 755 yards and six TDs. Rushing — Colton Bollenbacher – 75 carries for 437 yards and six TDs. Receiving — Isaac Dee – 26 receptions for 275 yards and two TDs. Defense — Hayden Brown – 47 tackles.

Last season: Sean Bailey passed for two first-quarter touchdowns to give the Patriots a 14-7 lead before the offense slowed down and South Adams exploded for a 49-27 victory. 

Game notes: A win this week would guarantee the Patriots have at least an even season for the first time in seven seasons. ... South Adams is ranked four spots lower in Sagarin than Jay County. ... CalPreps.com lists the Patriots as three-point favorites.