Albert Lea's Andrew Westeng looks as some of his Faribault opponents approach him while with the ball Friday night during the Tiger's home football opener. The Tigers lost 7-41. Kelly Hendrickson/for the Tribune

Luke Moller brings the ball down the field Friday in the game against Faribault. Kelly Hendrickson/for the Tribune

Brycin Kirsch reaches for the ball in Albert Lea's home-opener against Faribault Friday at Jim Gustafson Field. Kelly Hendrickson/for the Tribune

Albert Lea's Logan Strom catches the ball Friday in the game against Faribault. Kelly Hendriickson/for the Tribune