The College Station (TX) varsity football team will host Crosby (TX) in a home playoff game today at 7 p.m. at College Station High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A Division 1 tournament.

College Station vs Crosby Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: College Station vs Crosby
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: College Station vs Crosby

The upcoming matchup between Crosby and College Station promises to be an exciting clash between two teams with vastly different season records. Crosby, with a 5-5 overall record, will face College Station, who are coming off an impressive 9-1 season. Let’s break down the teams’ performance, statistics, and key players heading into this matchup.

Season Overview

• Crosby: With a 5-5 overall record, Crosby had a strong district performance, finishing with a 5-2 record in league play. However, they struggled on the road, posting a 2-3 record away from home. Their season stats reflect a balanced offense, averaging 26.1 points per game, with a solid rushing attack that averaged 208.8 yards per game.
• College Station: Dominating the season with a 9-1 overall record, College Station was a force to be reckoned with in district play, boasting a 7-1 record. They excelled both at home (5-0) and on the road (4-1), with a commanding offense that averaged 48.2 points per game. Their offense was potent, led by a high-powered passing game that averaged 259.2 yards per game.

Team Scoring Averages

College Station’s offensive efficiency is evident in their scoring breakdown, averaging over 48 points per game compared to Crosby’s 26.1. Notably, College Station maintains a consistent offensive output in the first half, which may prove difficult for Crosby to contain.

Offensive and Defensive Comparison

• Crosby:
  • Rushing Yards: 208.8 per game
  • Passing Yards: 100.5 per game
  • Total Yards: 309.3 per game
  • Tackles: 51.4 per game
  • Sacks: 1.3 per game
  • Points: 22.3 per game
• College Station:
  • Rushing Yards: 207.8 per game
  • Passing Yards: 259.2 per game
  • Total Yards: 467.0 per game
  • Tackles: 83.0 per game
  • Sacks: 2.4 per game
  • Points: 50.0 per game

While both teams boast strong rushing attacks, College Station’s passing game significantly outpaces Crosby’s, averaging 259.2 passing yards compared to Crosby’s 100.5. College Station’s defense is also notably more aggressive, averaging 83 tackles per game and 2.4 sacks, compared to Crosby’s 51.4 tackles and 1.3 sacks.

Key Players to Watch

• Crosby:
  • Wesley Yarbrough (Rushing Yards): 172.2 yards per game
  • Lott Robison (Passing Yards): 74.0 yards per game
  • Nicholas Samuel (Receiving Yards): 36.5 yards per game
  • Johnnie Carter (Tackles): 9.0 tackles per game
  • Keenan Bradley (Sacks): 0.4 sacks per game
  • Wesley Yarbrough (Points): 12.6 points per game
• College Station:
  • Wilson Stapp (Rushing Yards): 85.8 yards per game
  • Cade Corcoran (Passing Yards): 229.8 yards per game
  • Zak Cosser (Receiving Yards): 88.3 yards per game
  • Cole Flanagan (Tackles): 7.9 tackles per game
  • Davis Gardner (Sacks): 0.6 sacks per game
  • Aydan Martinez-Brown (Points): 13.2 points per game

Crosby’s standout player is Wesley Yarbrough, who leads in rushing yards and points, while College Station’s key offensive threats are Cade Corcoran, who excels in passing yards, and Zak Cosser, a top receiver. On the defensive side, College Station’s Cole Flanagan and Crosby’s Johnnie Carter will be critical in halting their opponents’ offensive progress.

Record Breakdown: Head-to-Head

• Crosby:
  • Overall: 5-5
  • League: 5-2
  • Home: 2-3
  • Away: 3-2
• College Station:
  • Overall: 9-1
  • League: 7-1
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 4-1

Crosby’s record shows a balanced performance in district play but struggles in non-league games. In contrast, College Station enters this game with a strong, nearly undefeated record, with only one loss in their entire season.

Conclusion

As the two teams prepare to face off, College Station enters as the clear favorite, with a potent offense and a more disciplined defense. Crosby will need to lean on their rushing game and strong team defense to have a chance at keeping up with College Station’s high-scoring attack. The key for Crosby will be containing College Station’s explosive passing game and finding a way to capitalize on every possession. Meanwhile, College Station will look to continue their dominance and build on their impressive season record. The game promises to be a thrilling contest for fans of both teams.