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Jefferson 17, Morgan County 0

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By AJC Sports

Oct 9, 2015

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Jefferson 17, Morgan County 0

How the game was won: Jefferson running back Colby Wood ran in two first half touchdowns before the Dragons taked on a field goal to take their 17-0 lead. Jefferson held Morgan County's ground attack to just 36 rushing yards in the first half. Wood rushed for 70 of his 146 yards in the first half and ended the game with a 50-yard run.

Top performers: Colby Wood finished with 21 carries for 146 yards and a pair of 1-yard touchdowns.

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