Trench gang: Stout offensive line paving QHS football team’s path to playoffs

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | October 12, 2022
Quincy High School junior left guard Chris Flachs, left, and senior left tackle Brady Wells head to the field before a game against Alton earlier this season. The QHS offensive line has paved the way to a 5-2 record and looming playoff berth. | Matt Schuckman photo

QUINCY — Conner Cox seemed almost apologetic for not being overly elated when the Quincy High School football team scores a touchdown these days. As the junior offensive lineman sees it, scoring isn’t a rarity. It’s an expectation. “Every game, it feels almost routine to score a touchdown,” said Cox, a 6-foot, 250-pound right tackle.…

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