The Manchester (GA) varsity football team will face Brooks County (Quitman, GA) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 7:00 p.m. at Manchester. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class A Division II tournament.
Brooks County vs Manchester High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Brooks County vs Manchester
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 7:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class A Division II
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Game Preview: Brooks County vs Manchester
The Brooks County (Quitman, GA) varsity football team will face off against Manchester (GA) today in a neutral-site playoff game at 7:00 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class A Division II tournament.
Season Records and Performance
Brooks County enters the matchup with a 9-4 overall record, having gone 4-1 in region play. The team boasts a strong .692 win percentage and is coming off a dominant performance in their first playoff game, where they defeated their opponent by a wide margin. Their offensive and defensive consistency has been a key factor, with an average of 30.2 points per game.
On the other hand, Manchester has had an impressive season with a 10-1 overall record. The team has been nearly flawless in region play, going 4-0, and has a remarkable .909 win percentage. Their offense averages 31.4 points per game, making them a potent force on the field. Manchester’s playoff performance has been equally stellar, as they enter this game with a perfect 3-0 record in postseason play.
Team Strengths
Brooks County has shown solid offensive balance, with 156.3 rushing yards per game and 172.0 passing yards per game, led by standout players like Chris Cole and Junior Burrus. Their defense, which averages 47.2 tackles per game, has been a key to their success, and they’ll need to keep up that strong play against a potent Manchester team.
Manchester, however, has a significantly stronger rushing game, averaging 351.2 rushing yards per game. The Favors brothers, Darrius and Javon “CJ”, lead the charge on offense. Darrius has rushed for an impressive 154.9 yards per game, while Javon “CJ” Favors plays a key role in the passing game. With their high-powered offense and defensive capability, with 62.0 tackles per game, Manchester will look to capitalize on their strengths in this critical playoff game.
Key Matchup to Watch
The key matchup will be the Brooks County defense, which averages 47.2 tackles per game, trying to slow down the dominant Manchester rushing attack. Darrius Favors, with his impressive rushing stats, will be the focal point of the Manchester offense as they look to control the game tempo.
Brooks County will need to maintain its defensive composure to limit Manchester’s explosive offense while executing a balanced offensive attack to keep up with the high-scoring team.
Overall Outlook
This game is set to be a thrilling encounter between two teams with different styles but equally high stakes. Brooks County will bring a well-rounded offensive game, while Manchester will rely on their strong rushing attack to dominate on both sides of the ball.
With both teams showing resilience and impressive records throughout the season, this neutral-site playoff showdown promises to be an exciting contest. Fans can expect a thrilling matchup as both teams look to continue their pursuit of a state title.
