Lions win defensive struggle

Briarwood linebacker Grayson Pewitt (35) celebrate with teammates after a turn over during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) throws the ball down field during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Team captains meet for the coin toss before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll wide receiver Kieran Ford (14) is tackled after a kickoff during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) calls for the snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll kicker Max Sullivan (18) kicks the field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll wide receiver Jayden Starks (4) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Ken Azar (23) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll wide receiver Tucker Rice (12) carries the ball whilel being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) is pressured by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll punter Ryan Swetz (37) punts the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) throws the ball down field during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) throws the ball away while being tackled by John Carroll defensive end Niajel Morgan (15) and linebacker Alex Plaia (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood running back Eli Thompson (19) runs the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) and John Carroll defensive back Jackson Rankin (2) scrambles for the loose ball after a bad snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll head coach Will Mara paces the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is taken down by Briarwood linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll punter Ryan Swetz (37) punts the ball away during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Lions marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Cavaliers marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) fumbles the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) scrambles to the far side during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) is sacked by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) celebrates his sack with defensive back Camden Schroeter (6) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood running back Eli Thompson (19) runs the ball while being pursued by John Carroll defensive back Jayden Starks (4) and safety Garvey Hannon (7) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Matthew Forester discusses a call with an official during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) looks for an open receiver during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll wide receiver Kannon Hammock (8) is taken down by Briarwood defensive back Brandt Aho (7) and linebacker Brooks Allred (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) is pressured by John Carroll defensive back Kieran Ford (14) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) kicks a field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood kicker Evan Ball (33) kicks a field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) scrambles while being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Grayson Pewitt (35) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll tight end Truman Vines (6) completes a reception while being pursued by Briarwood linebacker Ken Azar (23) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) sprints to the endzone during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) celebrates his touchdown with offensive lineman Austin Johnson (67) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood offensive lineman Paul Kearse (68), tight end Charlie Allen (5) and tight end Luke Irons (84) pose for a photo on the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood Matthew Forester paces the sideline during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll Catholic High celebrates Senior Night before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood captains prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll captains prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll captains prepare to take the field before a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll quarterback Garrett Barnes (3) passes the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll wide receiver Braden White (13) carries the ball during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll running back Aubrey Coker (25) is tackled by Briarwood linebacker Gage Nasworthy (16) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

John Carroll kicker Max Sullivan (18) kicks the field goal during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Jamison Barnes (3) calls for the snap during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.

Briarwood quarterback Charles Dedmon (2) is tackled in the backfield by John Carroll linebacker Alex Plaia (1) during a game between John Carroll and Briarwood on Fri, Oct. 10, 2025, at Pat Sullivan Field. Photo by David Leong.