The Bay City (TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Calallen (Corpus Christi, TX) on Friday, November 29, at 7:00 PM at D.W. Rutledge Stadium. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 4A Division 1 tournament.

Bay City vs Calallen Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Bay City vs Calallen
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 4A D1
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Game preview: Bay City vs Calallen

As the postseason approaches, the football teams from Calallen and Bay City are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams have displayed impressive records, but when you dig into their statistics, it becomes clear that each squad has its own strengths. Let’s take a closer look at how these two teams stack up against each other.

Offensive Comparison

Rushing Game
Calallen has a solid ground game, averaging 294.3 yards per game. In contrast, Bay City’s rushing offense is less potent, posting 135.5 yards per game. Leading the charge for Calallen is #4 Sebastian Dennis, who contributes an impressive 95.8 rushing yards per game. While Bay City’s rushing game isn’t as dominant, they still have playmakers that can capitalize on the ground.

Passing Game
Bay City’s strength lies in its aerial attack, averaging a significant 267.3 passing yards per game. They rely on their star quarterback, #1 Alex Estrada, who averages 262.9 passing yards per game, to make plays through the air. In comparison, Calallen only manages 72.3 passing yards per game. However, Calallen’s balanced offense allows them to focus on their powerful running game, which has been a key factor in their success.

Receiving Game
Calallen also lags behind in receiving yards per game (72.3) when compared to Bay City (269.8). Bay City’s #7 Xylan Williams leads the receiving corps with 89.9 yards per game, making him a key target in their high-powered passing game. Calallen’s top receiver, Aiden Flores, averages just 19.7 yards per game, but his role in the offense has been essential in their balanced attack.

Defensive Comparison

Tackling & Sacks
On defense, Bay City holds the edge in tackles, averaging 78.5 tackles per game compared to Calallen’s 63.2. Bay City’s #12 Jaden Malone is a standout performer on this side of the ball, averaging 11.4 tackles per game, while Calallen’s top tackler, Michael Viera, posts 8.9 tackles per game. Both teams have been effective in pressuring the quarterback, but Bay City’s defensive line has been slightly more dominant, averaging 0.7 sacks per game versus Calallen’s 1.5 sacks per game.

Points Per Game
Bay City is the more explosive team on offense, averaging 47.0 points per game compared to Calallen’s 35.2. This high-scoring ability could be crucial in any shootout. Calallen will need to manage the clock and control the tempo to keep the Bay City offense off the field.

Special Teams

Pancake Blocks
Calallen has a distinct advantage when it comes to dominating the line of scrimmage. They have an impressive 303 pancake blocks, a testament to their physicality up front. Bay City does not report any pancake blocks, which may indicate a gap in their ability to win battles in the trenches.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar competition this season, and both have come out victorious in their games. Calallen and Bay City share a 2-0 record against common opponents, including wins over Hidalgo and El Campo. This suggests that both teams have the ability to take care of business against similar competition, setting the stage for an even contest.

Record Breakdown

Calallen enters the game with a 10-2 overall record, while Bay City is coming off an impressive 11-1 season. Both teams have been dominant in league play, with Calallen posting a 4-0 record in district play and Bay City going 5-0 in their league. However, Bay City has the edge in terms of overall consistency, winning 11 of 12 games.

Conclusion

While both teams have shown formidable abilities throughout the season, the matchup between Calallen and Bay City comes down to contrasting styles. Calallen will look to assert dominance on the ground with its rushing attack, while Bay City will rely on its explosive passing game to strike quickly. The battle in the trenches and the ability to execute in critical moments will likely determine the outcome of this postseason clash.