LAS VEGAS – Oct. 7, 2013, The Las Vegas High Rollers won their fourth straight game on this Monday, October 7. The High Rollers were lead in scoring, yet again, by quarterback Matt Ryan. Ryan scored 45.76 points on 319 yards and two touchdowns. When asked about the consistency of his performance Ryan replied, “It’s all about executing what we do in practice every week.”
Wide Receiver Dez Bryant and Tight End Julius Thomas also combined for 49.3 points on 263 yards and four touchdowns. Thomas, a week two acquisition, has scored 50 points on four touchdowns in his four starts for the High Rollers, all wins. “I feel like I’ve been getting good separation and [Matt] has been finding me” Said Thomas after Monday’s win that excelled them to a first place tie with the contending Portland Lumberjacks.
Running Backs LeSean McCoy, Matt Forte, and Danny Woodhead also combined for 15.2 points, 11.5 points, and 14.7 points respectively. The High Rollers aggressive running game has led to six touchdowns this season and has undoubtedly contributed to the team’s success. Woodhead, a late draft pick for the High Rollers has shown increased potential scoring in double digits in the past two weeks.
Roddy White returned to play this week for Las Vegas contributing 3.5 points on four receptions for 45 yards. White has not scored more than five points in a game this season and is not expected to return to the starting lineup this Sunday for the High Rollers matchup with the Honolulu Pineapples.
The Las Vegas High Rollers are a new team to the NFL for the 2013 season. They are excited to establish a positive reputation with their fans and entire Las Vegas Community. The team prides itself on hard work, philanthropy, and dedication. The players are looking to uphold their pristine reputation on the field and off the field this season. For more information about the team contact, Kelly Abt, Director of PR, at 702-765-5377 or lvrollers@vegas.net. For ticket information please call 1-800-LVHR-TIX or visit our website at www.Sites.JMU.EDU/SportsPR/.