Both Kirkwood (4-0) and Parkway North (2-2) have each trailed by at least 14 points in their last two games. The Pioneers and Vikings each hope to get off to a better start at Parkway North's homecoming game (directions) at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 22.
Kirkwood dominated 2011 matchup 41-0 outgaining Parkway North 452 yards to 130 yards. Coming into this year's matchup, Parkway North struggled to score (33 points in their first 3 games) until their 35-28 victory at University City the previous Saturday. The Pioneers come into the game after a comeback win 28-24 over Rockwood Summit, who beat Parkway North 34-13 earlier this season.
Key Parkway North Players:
- RB Johnathan Little (#2) - 65 rushes for 534 yards & 4 TDs (runs of 87, 54 & 90 yards)
- DB Cam Cosey (#6) - 3 interceptions
- WR Jalen Dillard (#5) - 12 catches for 154 yards & 1 TD
- LB Taylor Jones (#40) - 28 tackles & 17 assists
| Team Comparison | Kirkwood | Parkway North |
| Points Scored (per game) | 36.8 | 17.0 |
| Points Against (per game) | 17.5 | 19.0 |
| Yards Offense (per game) | 343.5 | 328.3 |
| Rushing Offense (per game) | 186.3 | 239.5 |
| Passing Offense (per game) | 157.3 | 88.8 |
| Turnover Differential (total) | -1 | -5 |
| Sacks (total) | 12 | 1 |
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**Sorry, yours truly will be out of town this weekend. Updates and the follow-up Patch article may be a bit delayed.**
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