The Dallas Christian varsity football team (Mesquite, TX) will host Pantego Christian (Arlington, TX) for a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM at Dallas Christian School. This matchup is part of the “TAPPS 2024 High School Football Playoff – TAPPS Division III” tournament.

Dallas Christian vs Pantego Christian Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Dallas Christian vs Pantego Christian
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: TAPPS 2024 High School Football Playoff – TAPPS Division III
Watch here:Watch here

Game preview: Dallas Christian vs Pantego Christian

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, the Pantego Christian and Dallas Christian teams have made notable strides in their respective districts, showcasing strong performances in both offense and defense. With both teams proving themselves to be formidable opponents in the Texas football scene, let’s take a closer look at their rankings, records, and key statistics.

Team Records and Performance

Pantego Christian enters the season with an overall record of 7-3, with a district record of 1-3. Despite a slightly lower district performance, they have demonstrated resilience, securing a solid .700 win percentage across all games. Their offense has been a strong point, with 302 points scored against 213 points allowed, a differential that reflects their competitive edge, even in tougher district matchups.

On the other hand, Dallas Christian has enjoyed a more dominant season, with an 8-2 overall record and an undefeated 5-0 district record, giving them a .800 win percentage. Their offense has been explosive, scoring 466 points, and their defense has been notably stingy, allowing only 193 points. Dallas Christian has the distinction of a perfect district record, reflecting their consistency and dominance throughout the season.

Offensive Comparison

When it comes to offensive production, Dallas Christian holds the upper hand in virtually every category. They average 46.6 points per game, a staggering figure compared to Pantego Christian’s 30.2 points per game. A deeper dive into their scoring per quarter reveals that Dallas Christian’s strength lies in the first half of games, where they average 31.8 points (Q1 + Q2), compared to Pantego Christian’s 14.7 points.

The rushing game is a major factor in Dallas Christian’s success, averaging 250.1 rushing yards per game, significantly higher than Pantego Christian’s 211.5 rushing yards. Their passing game is also potent, with 223.8 passing yards per game, while Pantego Christian lags behind at 139.0 passing yards.

Defensive Strengths

On the defensive side of the ball, Dallas Christian continues to excel, averaging 66.3 tackles per game and 2.6 sacks per game, compared to Pantego Christian’s 55.3 tackles and 2.1 sacks. These defensive statistics indicate that Dallas Christian’s defense has been more disruptive and successful at containing opposing offenses.

In terms of total yards allowed, Dallas Christian again leads with 473.9 total yards per game, while Pantego Christian allows 350.5 yards on average. These figures highlight a stark difference in defensive effectiveness between the two teams.

Individual Leaders

Both teams feature standout players who have made significant contributions to their squads.

• Tristan Brown of Pantego Christian has been an offensive workhorse, leading the team in rushing yards (117.8 per game), passing yards (92.3 per game), and total yards (224.5 per game). He also contributes defensively with 7.2 tackles per game.
• On the other side, Titus Muse Jr. of Dallas Christian has been a standout rusher with 131.9 rushing yards per game, while Luke Carney leads the team in passing with an impressive 211.2 yards per game.

Both teams also boast strong receiving threats, with Dylan Johnston (Pantego Christian) and Dylan Turner (Dallas Christian) each contributing significantly to their team’s passing game.

Head-to-Head Matchup

Both teams faced common opponent Shelton, and both emerged victorious. Pantego Christian won 20-14 on September 20, 2024, while Dallas Christian dominated 63-7 on October 18, 2024. These results underscore the difference in the scale of victories between the two teams, with Dallas Christian recording a more commanding win.

Conclusion

In summary, while both Pantego Christian and Dallas Christian have had strong seasons, Dallas Christian stands out with an undefeated district record, more explosive offense, and stronger defense. However, Pantego Christian’s ability to compete and consistently score points positions them as a team to watch in the postseason. The contrast in team styles and performances sets the stage for exciting matchups as the season progresses. Fans of both teams are looking forward to seeing how these teams fare in the playoffs, where every game could be a defining moment.