In a decisive Week 17 matchup, the Honolulu Riptides topped the Billings Lumberjacks 31-9, securing their playoff positioning as the regular season comes to a close. The Riptides showcased their dominance on both sides of the ball, effectively neutralizing the Lumberjacks’ offensive efforts. Offensively, the Riptides were led by quarterback Joe Burrow, who threw for two touchdowns, guiding his team to a commanding victory. Meanwhile, Collin Caldwell of the Lumberjacks put up impressive numbers with 237 passing yards, but struggled to convert those opportunities into points. Tank Bigsby contributed on the ground for Billings with 70 rushing yards, although it wasn’t enough to keep pace with Honolulu’s explosive attack. Defensively, the Riptides' performance was crucial in determining the outcome, highlighted by Kyle Hamilton’s two interceptions that thwarted any momentum the Lumberjacks attempted to build. Clark Phillips III also made his presence felt with eight total tackles, consistently disrupting Billings’ offensive flow. The turning point came in the second quarter when Hamilton intercepted a pass, setting up a touchdown drive that pushed the Riptides ahead and left the Lumberjacks reeling for the rest of the game.