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Butler High’s DJ Horton is Charlotte Observer offensive player of the week

Butler High’s DJ Horton is The Charlotte Observer offensive player of the week.

Horton ran 22 times for 160 yards and two TDs in a 41-21 second round playoff win at Mooresville last week.

This story was originally published November 13, 2022 at 1:27 PM.

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