The Millville (NJ) varsity football team will host a playoff game against Brick Memorial (Brick, NJ) today at 6 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 New Jersey High School Football Playoff Brackets for NJSIAA Group 4.

Brick Memorial vs Millville Football Game Info:

What: New Jersey High School Football Playoffs
Who: Brick Memorial vs Millville
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
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Game preview: Brick Memorial vs Millville

As the high school football season reaches its peak, a thrilling matchup between Brick Memorial and Millville is set to captivate fans. Both teams have been outstanding this season, showing exceptional performance on both sides of the ball. With impressive records and key players, this game promises to be a highlight of the season. Here’s a breakdown of each team’s performance and what to expect from this exciting showdown.

Team Overview:

• Brick Memorial (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 9-2
  • League Record: 3-2
  • Home Record: 4-2
  • Away Record: 5-0
  • Win Percentage: .818
  • League Win Percentage: .600
  • Points For (PF): 350
  • Points Against (PA): 157
• Millville (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 8-2
  • League Record: 2-2
  • Home Record: 4-1
  • Away Record: 2-1
  • Neutral Site Record: 2-0
  • Win Percentage: .800
  • League Win Percentage: .500
  • Points For (PF): 370
  • Points Against (PA): 109

Scoring Breakdown:

Brick Memorial has demonstrated a strong offensive presence this season, averaging 31.8 points per game, with solid performances across all four quarters. They start strong, with an impressive 10.0 points per game in the first quarter and finish well, scoring an average of 8.0 points in the fourth quarter.

On the other hand, Millville averages 37.0 points per game, showing a balanced attack throughout the game. Their strongest quarters are the second and third, where they average 7.0 points per quarter. Despite a slight dip in the fourth quarter (2.5 points per game), Millville’s offensive consistency and overall scoring ability remain formidable.

Team Stat Comparison:

• Rushing Yards Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 196.5
  • Millville: 136.3
• Passing Yards Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 164.3
  • Millville: 197.2
• Receiving Yards Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 165.5
  • Millville: 199.0
• Total Yards Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 360.7
  • Millville: 333.5
• Tackles Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 55.3
  • Millville: 47.1
• Sacks Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 1.4
  • Millville: 2.3
• Points Per Game:
  • Brick Memorial: 31.1
  • Millville: 33.8

Key Players:

Both teams have standout athletes who are making major impacts on the field this season:

• Brick Memorial:
  • Jason Lajara: A dual-threat quarterback, Lajara leads Brick Memorial in rushing (82.0 yards per game) and passing (164.3 yards per game), while also contributing 9.3 points per game.
  • Nyzier Matthews: A reliable receiver, Matthews has gained 67.9 receiving yards per game.
  • Trey Tallmadge: On defense, Tallmadge averages 9.6 tackles per game, leading the team’s efforts in stopping opponents.
• Millville:
  • Lotzeir Brooks: A dynamic playmaker, Brooks leads Millville in both receiving yards per game (115.9 yards) and points per game (10.2).
  • Robbie O’Connor: O’Connor has been impressive in both passing (197.2 yards per game) and total yards (197.2 total yards per game).
  • Shermar Collins: As a tackler, Collins averages 7.8 tackles per game and is key to the Millville defense.

Record Breakdown and Key Stats:

• Brick Memorial:
  • Dominates away games with a perfect 5-0 record, showing resilience on the road.
  • 4-2 at home, proving they are tough to beat in their own stadium.
  • Their offense averages over 350 total points scored this season, with a strong rushing attack contributing significantly to their success.
• Millville:
  • 4-1 at home and 2-1 on the road, proving their strength in varied conditions.
  • The team’s ability to score at a high rate, averaging 370 points for, has helped them maintain a .800 win percentage.
  • Their defense has been solid, allowing just 109 points against this season, showcasing their ability to stifle opposing offenses.

Conclusion:

Both Brick Memorial and Millville come into this matchup with impressive records and dynamic teams. Brick Memorial’s balanced offense, led by Jason Lajara, will face off against Millville’s high-scoring attack, led by Lotzeir Brooks and Robbie O’Connor. The defensive battle, especially in the trenches with Millville’s aggressive pass rush, could be a key factor in determining the outcome.

With both teams capable of explosive plays, this game is poised to be an exciting one, filled with thrilling moments. Whether Brick Memorial can continue its dominance away from home or Millville can defend its strong record will be a captivating storyline. Fans should expect a hard-fought, high-scoring affair that could very well be decided in the final moments.