Chelsea had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They enjoyed a cozy 41-26 win over the Denby Tars on Thursday. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Bulldogs' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Michigan football rankings (they are ranked 125th, while the Tars are ranked 315th).
Despite the loss, Denby still got an impressive performance from Christopher Kendrick, who threw for 218 yards and three touchdowns on only 17 passes, and also rushed for 113 yards and one score on only 11 carries. Dorron Jennings was Kendrick's top target, picking up 59 receiving yards and one TD, while also rushing for 75 yards on only five carries.
Coming up, Chelsea is taking a road trip to square off against Jackson at 7:00 p.m. on the 5th. The contest will give the Bulldogs their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Denby, they will welcome Garfield Heights at 2:00 p.m. on the 6th.
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