The Brenham (TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Randle (Richmond, TX) today at 2 PM at Waller HS. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 2024 Football Conference 5A Division 2 tournament.

Randle vs Brenham Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Randle vs Brenham
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D2
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Randle vs Brenham

As the 2024 football season draws to a close, two powerhouse teams are making waves in Texas: Randle and Brenham. With impressive records, standout players, and dominant performances across the board, both teams are poised for a thrilling postseason. Let’s take a closer look at their statistics, team performances, and what makes these teams stand out.

Randle’s Perfect Season

Randle enters the postseason with an undefeated 12-0 record, dominating both in and out of district play. Their victory margin has been staggering, scoring 688 points while allowing just 79 points all season—a remarkable points-for-to-points-against ratio. On the offensive side, Randle has excelled in multiple facets of the game, averaging 280.3 rushing yards, 164.8 passing yards, and 168.8 receiving yards per game. Their offensive output has been consistent, with an average of 57.3 points per game.

At the heart of their offense is Landen Williams-Callis, a standout player who leads the team with 142.9 rushing yards per game and 157.3 total yards per game. Williams-Callis has been a dominant force in both rushing and scoring, contributing 20.5 points per game, making him a key player to watch as the postseason progresses. Tyler Skrabanek also plays a crucial role, averaging 135.2 passing yards per game and helping to balance the offense.

Defensively, Randle’s line has been strong, though their defensive stats (tackles, sacks) remain unspecified. Their impressive total yards per game of 445.1 and the near-perfect district record (7-0) show their all-around dominance.

Brenham’s Strong Season

Brenham, with an 11-1 record, has been nearly as impressive. Their lone loss came in a neutral-site game, but they’ve shown resilience with a perfect 5-0 district record. Brenham has been equally formidable in offense, averaging 267.7 rushing yards, 158.7 passing yards, and 158.7 receiving yards per game. They score an average of 39.2 points per game, an impressive feat considering their tougher matchups.

Brenham’s offensive engine revolves around Jakoby Dixon, who leads the team with 187.3 rushing yards per game and 212.8 total yards per game. Dixon’s contributions are critical for Brenham, as he accounts for 18.8 points per game. Quarterback Jordan Harvey has also been key in the passing game, averaging 148.2 passing yards per game.

Defensively, Brenham is led by Caleb Espinoza, who contributes 12 tackles per game, as well as Mason Seeber, with 0.5 sacks per game. These leaders are integral to Brenham’s defense, which has allowed an average of 252 points throughout the season.

Team Stat Comparison

Both teams showcase potent offenses, but Randle edges out Brenham in total offensive yards per game, averaging 445.1 yards compared to Brenham’s 426.3. Randle’s strong rushing attack (280.3 yards per game) and scoring ability (57.3 points per game) have been key drivers of their success. Brenham, however, has been no slouch, with strong rushing numbers (267.7 yards per game) and consistent offensive production.

Defensively, Randle has been nearly flawless, allowing just 79 points across 12 games, while Brenham has allowed 252 points. Both teams have been dominant in their districts, with Randle finishing undefeated (7-0) and Brenham maintaining a perfect 5-0 district record.

Head-to-Head Matchups with Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Texas City and Belton this season, with both squads earning victories. Randle defeated Texas City 45-13 and Belton 63-7, while Brenham defeated Texas City 38-0 and Belton 42-24. This shows that both teams have been able to perform at a high level against similar opponents, adding to the intrigue of their upcoming showdown.

Playoff Picture and What’s Next

With perfect district records and significant wins against tough opponents, both teams are poised for deep runs in the postseason. Randle’s offense, led by Williams-Callis and Skrabanek, combined with their nearly flawless defense, gives them a slight edge going into the playoffs. However, Brenham’s balanced offensive attack, led by Dixon and Harvey, makes them a formidable contender.

As the playoffs begin, these two teams will undoubtedly be among the favorites to advance, but only one can claim the ultimate prize. Whether Randle’s perfect season will continue or Brenham’s determined squad will rise to the challenge, one thing is certain: Texas high school football fans are in for an exciting postseason.