Jackson County (3-5, 0-5 in region) took a 21-14 lead into halftime over the Blue Devils (7-1, 4-1) but Elbert came out firing in the second half and got two quick third quarter touchdowns to reclaim the lead 28-21.
The Panthers scored early in the fourth quarter to cut the lead to 28-27 but missed the extra point. They had a chance to take the lead but missed a 17-yard field goal with just over six minutes left in the game.
Sophomore quarterback Jalen Banks had a solid game going 22-for-33 with 181 yards passing for Jackson County. Charles Smothers also scored a touchdown for the Panthers.
Elbert got its first score of the game on an interception return for a touchdown.
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