The North Gwinnett (Suwanee, GA) varsity football team will host Denmark (Alpharetta, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A” tournament.

Denmark vs North Gwinnett High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Denmark vs North Gwinnett
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A
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Game Preview: Denmark vs North Gwinnett

The North Gwinnett Bulldogs (Suwanee, GA) will host the Denmark Danes (Alpharetta, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. This game is part of the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A” tournament.

Team Overview

Denmark enters the matchup with a 4-6 overall record and a 4-3 mark in region play. The Danes have faced a challenging season, with a tough 1-4 record in away games, but they’ve been competitive, averaging 25.4 points per game. Offensively, Denmark leans on their passing game, with quarterback Matthew Baer leading the charge, throwing for 164.2 yards per game. Rushing leader Noah Laban has been the key player, averaging 94.2 yards per game, while the defense is spearheaded by linebacker Calen Williams, who averages 7 tackles per game.

On the other hand, North Gwinnett comes into the game undefeated at 10-0, with a perfect 7-0 region record. The Bulldogs have dominated on both sides of the ball, outscoring opponents by an average of 38.9 points per game. Quarterback Ryan Hall has been a standout, passing for 157.6 yards per game and leading the Bulldogs’ potent offense, which also includes running back Tommy Lafayette, who averages 81.8 rushing yards per game. North Gwinnett’s defense has been relentless, with linebacker Jake Godfree recording 9.9 tackles per game and the team averaging 68.2 tackles per contest.

Key Stats and Matchup

• Scoring Averages: Denmark averages 25.4 points per game, with the majority of their scoring coming in the second half. North Gwinnett, however, has been an offensive juggernaut, averaging 38.9 points per game.
• Rushing Attack: Denmark has averaged 125.9 rushing yards per game, led by Noah Laban. North Gwinnett’s powerful running game, led by Lafayette, has gained 199.6 yards per game.
• Passing and Receiving: Both teams have solid passing attacks, with Denmark’s Matthew Baer throwing for 164.2 yards per game, while North Gwinnett’s Ryan Hall leads with 157.6 yards per game.
• Defensive Strength: North Gwinnett’s defense has been one of the best in the state, with 68.2 tackles per game and 4.4 sacks per game. In contrast, Denmark’s defense has struggled at times but still averages 56.4 tackles per game and 2.1 sacks per contest.

Looking Ahead

North Gwinnett’s dominant season has earned them the top spot in Class 6A, and they will be looking to continue their undefeated run in the playoffs. Denmark will need to pull off an upset on the road to advance, but with key players like Laban and Baer, they’ll look to use their passing and rushing attacks to test North Gwinnett’s defense.

This playoff matchup promises to be an exciting contest as both teams battle for a spot in the next round of the 2024 GHSA Football Playoffs. With North Gwinnett’s undefeated record and Denmark’s fighting spirit, this game is sure to be one to watch.