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Football Preview: Spring Lake Park vs. Benilde-St. Margaret's
A special Saturday game pits the Panthers against the Red Knights.
The big game is 's Friday night homecoming matchup with Chisago Lakes, but has its own test Saturday afternoon.
(3-2, North Suburban Conference) vs. Spring Lake Park (4-1, North Suburban Conference)
PLAYMAKERS
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- Spring Lake Park — Brandon Jones: Maybe one of the most versatile quarterbacks in the state, Jones already has 252 passing yards and 377 rushing yards.
- Benilde-St. Margaret’s — Jack Naughtin: In his last game against St. Louis Park, Naughtin ran for 124 yards.
RED KNIGHTS WIN IF…
They can covert on third downs. The Red Knights are 10 for 23 on third down attempts this season.
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PANTHERS WIN IF...
They stick to their bread and butter—running the ball. Spring Lake Park ranks near the top in overall team rushing yards in the North Suburban Conference this season.
2-MINUTE DRILL
SITE: Spring Lake Park High School (1100 81st Ave. NE, Spring Lake Park)
TIME: 1 p.m. Saturday
WEATHER: Sunny, 69 degrees
LAST MEETING
The Red Knights were defeated by the Panthers, 20-10, on Oct. 8, 2010.
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