PHOENIX — The Arizona Rattlers defeated the Nebraska Danger 62-49 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in on Saturday.

The Rattlers (3-1) exploded for 62 points, led by QB Jeff Ziemba, who threw for 119 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions. RB Shadrach Thornton rushed for 86 yards and three touchdowns. WR Anthony Amos, RB Darrell Monroe, and WR/RB Jamal Miles were all able to find the end-zone as well, and K Sawyer Petre added two field goals.

Ziemba, who faced a steep learning curve after replacing the injured QB Verlon Reed Jr. in the home opener, showed big signs of improvement and maturity.

“The game is starting to slow down a lot for me,” Ziemba said. “Coaches are starting to break it down for me, going through progressions, getting my feet quicker, getting through my reads and finding the right guys.”

Rattlers coach Kevin Guy saw some big improvements from his players that can be built upon going forward.

“I thought we beat a good football team tonight,” Guy said. “We came out ready to play with some confidence. I saw some guys having fun out there, and I’m very proud of the men and how they executed.”

The Danger fell to 3-1 on the season.