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McIntosh 16, Fayette County 7

How the game was won: Bradley Ector scored two second-half touchdowns to lead the Chiefs in a comeback against Fayette County after the Tigers led 7-0 at half. Late in the third quarter, the McIntosh defense forced a muffed punt and Ector capitalized on the next play with a 20-yard touchdown run. In the final quarter, Fayette County fell victim to a high snap that placed the Chiefs on the 4-yard line. McIntosh failed to capitalize, yet forced Fayette into an intentional-grounding safety after the turnover on downs. Ector took advantage and dashed for a 47-yard touchdown run on the next play.

Top performers: Ector finished with 135 yards rushing and two touchdowns. ... The McIntosh defense was led by Brandon McDowell, who recorded one interception and one fumble recovery. ... Robbie Mustic and Dawson Riesselmann both added an interception. ... Derek Bertke added a fumble recovery. ... Fayette County got a 1-yard touchdown run from Cory Andrews.

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