Week four sees the Atlantic Trojans on the road as they travel to Storm Lake to take on the 1-2 Tornadoes. Looking for a bounce back win after their defeat against Des Moines Christian, Storm Lake will look to end their two-game losing streak. However, with both teams trying to get to .500, Atlantic will have to be prepared for the challenges that come with a two-hour trip.

It is no secret that the Tornadoes are a pass first team. Coming into Friday night, senior quarterback Cameron Boyd has attempted 79 passes, collecting 582 yards. In the run game, Marco Cortes-Oropeza has just 33 carries for 101 yards. Despite the expectation, Joe Brummer knows it’s important to maintain their stinginess against the run.

Although the Tornadoes don’t run the ball often, Boyd has the potential to hurt the Trojans on the ground. Known to scramble, Boyd is the team’s leading rusher with 162 yards on 28 carries and averages 5.8 yards per carry. His athletic ability is something Atlantic will have to look to contain, especially with their eyes downfield.

The two teams have both played Denison-Schleswig, and MOC-Floyd Valley (Storm Lake’s last opponent) runs a similar offense to Atlantic. Although Trojan football won’t change, Brummer and his staff has been able to see what’s worked against the Tornado defense.

Looking to get to 2-2 on the season, this game is an attainable one for the Trojans. However, they will have to play the right way, especially with the passing game of Storm Lake.

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