Top plays, highlights: Helix defense steps up in CIF San Diego Open Division football championship

Helix defeated Carlsbad 28-21 in a game that was not as close as the score indicated.

CHULA VISTA -- Helix defeated Carlsbad 28-21 in a game that was not as close as the score indicated. Christian Washington ran for 179 yards and a touchdown, while the Helix defense grabbed consecutive pick-sixes in the third quarter.

Carlsbad finished the season at 9-2, while Helix (11-1) will be off next week as they await their pairing for the State Bowl Games.

Check out the top plays from the game below: