The Angleton (TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Weiss (Pflugerville, TX) on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships in the 5A Division 1 tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Angleton vs Weiss
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D1
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Game preview: Angleton vs Weiss
As the 2024-2025 high school football season reaches its peak, two powerhouse teams, Weiss and Angleton, have made significant strides with impressive records and standout performances. Let’s break down their respective achievements, stats, and what makes this matchup one to watch.
Team Overview
Weiss High School (TX) has posted a strong 8-2 overall record, with a dominant 6-0 performance on the road. They’ve demonstrated consistency, particularly in district play, where they finished 6-2. Weiss has racked up an impressive 501 points for and only 152 points against, reflecting their balanced offensive and defensive game. Their win percentage stands at an impressive .800, with a .750 district win percentage.
On the other hand, Angleton, with a 9-1 overall record, has been dominant throughout the season, especially in district games, where they boast a perfect 5-0 away record. Their overall win percentage is .900, and they have a stellar .857 district win percentage. With 423 points for and 104 points against, Angleton has proven to be a tough opponent on both sides of the ball.
Team Scoring Averages
The offensive and defensive statistics for both teams offer a glimpse into their playing styles. Weiss averages a solid 50.1 points per game, with consistent scoring across all four quarters—14.8 points in each of the first two quarters and 11.6 points in the third. Angleton, though scoring slightly less at 42.3 points per game, maintains a steady pace, especially in the third quarter, where they average 12.7 points.
Statistical Comparison
When it comes to key statistical categories, both teams are highly competitive, but Weiss and Angleton each have their strengths.
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Weiss averages 212.3 yards, while Angleton leads with 259.1 yards per game. This advantage suggests that Angleton’s running game could be a major factor in their success.
- Passing Yards Per Game: Weiss shows a more dynamic passing game, with 255.2 yards per game, compared to Angleton’s 127.5 yards. This indicates that Weiss is likely to air it out more, utilizing their strong passing attack.
- Receiving Yards Per Game: Weiss leads with 261.0 yards compared to Angleton’s 129.0 yards, underlining their aerial assault.
- Total Yards Per Game: Weiss leads with 467.5 total yards, while Angleton averages 386.6 yards per game.
- Tackles Per Game: Weiss averages 77.3 tackles per game, which shows their defensive prowess, compared to Angleton’s 54.1 tackles per game.
- Sacks Per Game: Angleton has the edge with 2.5 sacks per game, while Weiss records 1.9 sacks.
- Points Per Game: Weiss has a slight edge here as well, averaging 48.7 points per game to Angleton’s 42.9 points.
Team Leaders
Both teams feature standout players who have played critical roles throughout the season.
- Weiss:
- Nick Johnson leads with 101.7 rushing yards per game.
- Jaxon Schad has been dynamic with 242.8 passing yards per game and 258.8 total yards per game.
- Adrian Wilson stands out in receiving yards (82.5 per game) and points (7.2 per game).
- Noah McPeak is a defensive leader with 8.3 tackles per game.
- Angleton:
- Jamarcus Shockley leads the team with 106.7 rushing yards per game.
- Bryce Duron has been stellar in the air with 124.6 passing yards per game and 146.4 total yards per game.
- Kaleb Jammer leads in receiving yards with 66.0 per game and also averages 8.0 points per game.
- Kaden Edwards contributes significantly with 7.3 tackles per game on defense.
Head-to-Head Breakdown
While both teams have proven themselves on the field, this matchup is yet to feature a direct head-to-head encounter this season. However, both teams have shown that they can dominate their respective competition, and their meeting promises to be a battle of contrasting styles.
- Home vs. Away: Weiss has been strong at home, with a 2-2 record in such games, but they’re undefeated on the road (6-0). Angleton has also been dominant away with a 5-0 record, showing their ability to perform under pressure.
- League vs. Non-League Play: Both teams have performed well in their league games, with Angleton having a better district record (6-1), compared to Weiss’s 6-2.
Conclusion
This is shaping up to be an exciting matchup between two high-scoring, dynamic teams with contrasting strengths. Weiss, with their powerful passing game and offensive depth, will look to outpace Angleton’s dominant rushing attack and tougher defense. Angleton, with a more balanced and run-heavy approach, will need to contain Weiss’s aerial assault while maintaining their own strong offensive game.
The outcome of this game will likely depend on which team can execute their strengths more effectively while minimizing mistakes. Fans can expect a high-intensity contest that showcases some of the best talent in Texas high school football.