Central loses, falls to 1-6

The Central football team's struggles continued Saturday in a 27-0 loss to Fort Zumwalt North in O'Fallon, Mo.

The Tigers (1-6) begin district play Friday at home against Poplar Bluff (2-5).

Fort Zumwalt North scored three rushing touchdowns in the first half, while Central managed only 28 total yards in the half.

Central's offense had its worst game of the season. Starting quarterback Garrett Stevens threw a pair of interceptions and had less than 40 yards passing. Blake Slattery replaced Stevens in the second half and threw another interception.

The Tigers finished with only 10 yards of total offense, allowed five sacks and had four turnovers.