The Cardinal Mooney (Sarasota, FL) varsity football team is set to face Bishop Verot (Fort Myers, FL) in a neutral-site playoff game tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Cardinal Mooney. This matchup is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – 2A FHSAA Football tournament.

Bishop Verot vs Cardinal Mooney High School Football Game Info:

What: Florida High School Football
Who: Bishop Verot vs CMHS
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – 2A FHSAA Football
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Bishop Verot vs Cardinal Mooney

The stage is set for an exciting rematch as Cardinal Mooney (Sarasota, FL) takes on Bishop Verot (Fort Myers, FL) in a neutral-site playoff showdown tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – 2A FHSAA Football tournament. This highly anticipated game promises high stakes, as both teams vie for a spot in the next round.

Season Recap and Rankings

Cardinal Mooney enters the game with an undefeated 11-0 record, ranked 4th in Class 2A and 30th in Florida overall. The Cougars have dominated all season, outscoring opponents 529-164 and maintaining a perfect record at home and on the road.

Bishop Verot, with a 9-3 record, ranks 5th in Class 2A and 39th in Florida overall. The Vikings have shown resilience this season, particularly in playoff games, outscoring their last two opponents 60-33 and finishing the regular season strong.

Previous Meeting

The two teams met earlier this season on September 20, with Cardinal Mooney claiming a decisive 49-28 victory. In that game, the Cougars capitalized on their balanced offensive attack, while Bishop Verot struggled to keep pace despite flashes of strong performance. The Vikings will be looking for redemption as they return for another shot at their rivals.

Key Comparisons

• Scoring Averages:
  Cardinal Mooney averages 48.1 points per game, while Bishop Verot tallies 37.0 points per game.
• Team Strengths:
  Cardinal Mooney’s potent rushing offense leads the way with 320.9 yards per game, anchored by standout running back Connail Jackson, who averages 134.9 rushing yards per game and 13.1 points per game.
  Bishop Verot counters with a balanced attack, averaging 245.8 rushing yards and 153.3 passing yards per game. Quarterback Carter Smith has been instrumental, contributing 201.8 total yards per game.
• Defensive Edge:
  Cardinal Mooney boasts a fierce pass rush with 5.3 sacks per game, led by Blake Roulund. Bishop Verot’s defense has been solid as well, with linebacker J.J. Bolz averaging 9.8 tackles per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Tarpon Springs and Lakewood this season, with Cardinal Mooney securing more dominant wins in both matchups.

• Cardinal Mooney defeated Tarpon Springs 55-18 and Lakewood 40-16.
• Bishop Verot won against Tarpon Springs 35-21 and Lakewood 25-12.

What to Expect

The Cougars will look to maintain their unbeaten streak with their high-powered rushing attack and disciplined defense. On the other hand, the Vikings aim to exploit their dynamic offensive versatility to challenge Cardinal Mooney’s dominance.

With everything on the line in the postseason, this rematch promises to deliver a thrilling battle as both teams push for a spot in the next round of the FHSAA 2A Football State Championships.