Alexander Bulldogs’ Emil Cardenas Named Player of the Week
Emil Cardenas, a senior defensive tackle for the Alexander Bulldogs in Laredo, has been named Player of the Week for his exceptional performance in a recent game against Del Rio. Cardenas recorded 17 total tackles, including 11 solo stops and…
Laredo, TX, October 30, 2026 — Emil Cardenas, a senior defensive tackle for the Alexander Bulldogs, has been recognized as Player of the Week following a standout performance in a recent football game. The Bulldogs competed against Del Rio in a matchup that saw Cardenas make a significant impact on the defensive side of the ball.
Cardenas’s statistics from the game include 17 total tackles. Of these, 11 were solo stops, highlighting his direct engagement with opposing players. He also recorded 8 tackles for loss, indicating his ability to disrupt the opponent’s backfield plays. Further contributing to the defensive pressure, Cardenas achieved 4 sacks, bringing down the opposing quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. Additionally, he registered 4 quarterback hurries, forcing quick decisions and potentially affecting passing plays.
This performance comes at a critical point in the season as the Alexander Bulldogs are actively pursuing a spot in the postseason. The team’s performance, supported by individual contributions like Cardenas’, is aimed at securing favorable results in upcoming games to advance in playoff contention.
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