In AFL Playoff Tune-Up, Rattlers Put Bite On Thunder, End Portland's Playoff Chances And Season

At Phoenix, Arizona:

In the Arena Football League regular-season finale for both clubs, the Arizona Rattlers (14-4) tuned up for the upcoming ArenaBowl playoffs on Saturday by dominating the visiting Portland Thunder (5-13) 67-39, eliminating the guests from playoff contention.

The victory was the Rattlers' seventh straight over the Thunder.