The DePaul College Prep varsity football team from Chicago, IL, will host a home playoff game against St. Laurence High School from Burbank, IL, on Saturday, November 16, at 12:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets (IHSA – Class 4A) tournament.

What: Illinois High School Football
Who: DePaul College Prep (IL) vs St. Laurence (IL)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets: IHSA – Class 4A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

St. Laurence vs. DePaul College Prep: A Statistical Comparison for the 2024-25 Season

The 2024-25 high school football season has seen both St. Laurence and DePaul College Prep showcase their strengths on the field. With identical overall records of 8-3, both teams have performed admirably, though their stats and play styles reveal notable differences. Here’s a deep dive into their performances and what makes each team stand out.

Team Rankings and Records

• St. Laurence ranks 49th in Illinois (Class 1) and boasts a .727 overall win percentage. Despite their strong non-conference record (5-1), they struggled in conference play (1-2).
• DePaul College Prep ranks 68th in Illinois (Class 5) but edges out in conference performance with a 2-1 record and a .667 conference win percentage.

Both teams have been dominant against common opponents, each achieving a 2-0 record.

Scoring Averages

DePaul College Prep has a clear edge in offensive consistency, averaging 31.8 points per game compared to St. Laurence’s 27.8 points. Their strength lies in strong starts, particularly in the first half:

• DePaul College Prep: 6.9 points (Q1) and 9.6 points (Q2).
• St. Laurence: 1.8 points (Q1) and 6.0 points (Q2).

Team Statistics

DePaul College Prep:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 129.9
• Passing Yards Per Game: 232.8
• Total Yards Per Game: 362.7
• Tackles Per Game: 55.6
• Sacks Per Game: 1.9
• Points Per Game: 26.4

St. Laurence: While slightly behind in total offensive yardage, St. Laurence relies heavily on aerial attacks, with Fernando Rodriguez passing for an impressive 228.7 yards per game.

Key Players

• St. Laurence:
  • Nick Martinez shines in rushing, averaging 93.1 yards per game.
  • Fernando Rodriguez drives the offense with 240.4 total yards per game, primarily through passing.
  • On defense, Gianni Giunta leads with 7.5 tackles per game.
• DePaul College Prep:
  • The team excels in balanced offense, with strong performances in both rushing and passing.
  • A resilient defense has allowed them to hold opponents to an average of 215 points across the season.

Common Opponents

Both teams emerged victorious against Carmel and St. Patrick, though DePaul College Prep showcased more dominant wins:

• DePaul College Prep: Defeated St. Patrick 41-0 and edged Carmel 25-22.
• St. Laurence: Secured closer wins, beating St. Patrick 24-13 and Carmel 17-14.

Season Overview

While both teams boast strong seasons, DePaul College Prep edges out in offensive consistency and conference play. St. Laurence, however, leverages its standout passing game and solid defense for key victories. If these teams face off in the future, it promises to be a thrilling matchup showcasing two different styles of football excellence.