Football: Quarterback duel a dud at halftime

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Upland and Los Osos are engaged in a captivating Baseline League game at halftime, with the Highlanders leading the host Grizzlies, 21-20, but little of the drama has been generated by the teams’ heralded quarterbacks.

Upland quarterback Josh Nunes has completed five of 11 passes for 59 yards. Los Osos quarterback Richard Brehaut has completed eight of 17 passes for 92 yards with an interception that was returned for a touchdown. Brehaut also wasn’t ready for a snap that squirted past him for a 23-yard loss.

Neither quarterback has thrown for a touchdown.

Los Osos running back Arby Fields has scored three touchdowns, two on carries and another on a 62-yard punt return. But Fields was penalized for excessive celebration on the return, turning a short PAT into a 35-yarder that was blocked. That extra point is the difference right now.

Fields has rushed for 83 yards in 11 carries. Upland’s Osahon Irabor has 76 yards rushing and a touchdown in only three carries.

Upland will get the ball to start the second half.

--Ben Bolch