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Patriots wrap up season

In their final game of the season, the Upton-Sundance Patriots faced a tough challenge in the Big Horn Rams. The Rams came out strong, scoring on their opening drive, and not holding back after that.

Falling behind, 27-0, in the first quarter, the Patriots had their work cut out for them. The Patriot offense searched for momentum throughout the second and third quarters, but the Rams continued to dominate the scoreboard.

It wasn't until the fourth quarter that Eli Gill was able to break through the Rams line for a 35-yard rushing touchdown. The Patriots then went for two, as Gill connected with Kade Mills, adding two more points to the board.

Unfortunately for the Patriots, it was too little too late, as the Rams would take a 47-8 victory. With this loss, the Patriots finish their season and fall just short of the playoffs. 

Stats

Offense:

Rushing: Gill 12/81 1TD; Mills 6/-1

Passing: Gill 16/26/149 1INT

Receiving: Watt 6/81, Mills 6/48, Keller 2/7, Skeens 1/10, Halverson 1/3

Defense:

Individual Leaders: Eli Gill 14 assisted tackles, 5 unassisted tackles; Jaedyn Keller 5 assisted tackles, 2 unassisted tackles, 1 pass break up

Special Teams:

Kickoffs: Parker Skeens 2 kickoffs, 82 yards

Punting: Parker Skeens 5 punts, 129 yards

Kickoff Return: Kade Mills 8 returns, 87 yards