AVON, Ohio — Avon coach Mike Elder was concerned about his team having last week off due to the new first-round byes implemented for the OHSAA football playoffs.

He worried about his players getting rusty and getting away from their normal weekly routines. He hoped it wouldn’t affect his team’s performance Friday night against Southwestern Conference rival Olmsted Falls.

Turns out he had nothing to worry about.

The Eagles offense erupted for four touchdowns on its first four offensive possessions in the first quarter – three of which were big plays from receivers Grant Barr and Fin Jerdonek – setting the tone for a 46-13 Division II Region 6 second round playoff win at Avon Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet Stadium.

“I was rusty, dog-gone it,” Elder said. “I’m not pleased with myself, I was st

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