The Dunbar varsity football team (Baltimore, MD) will host a home playoff game against Western Tech & Environmental Science (Baltimore, MD) today at 12:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 2A/1A tournament.
What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Dunbar (MD) vs Western Tech & Environmental Science (MD)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 2A/1A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
WTES vs. Dunbar: A Tale of Two Seasons
As the 2024-25 high school football season progresses, two teams—Western Tech & Environmental Science (WTES) and Dunbar—stand out for their performances. However, the numbers tell two very different stories.
Team Rankings & Records
- WTES (6-4, 5-2 in the region)
WTES has had a solid season, boasting a .600 overall win percentage and a .714 regional win percentage. They’ve scored 208 points and allowed 164, indicating a competitive yet inconsistent performance. - Dunbar (10-0, 6-0 in the region)
Dunbar, on the other hand, is in a league of its own. The team has dominated the season with an undefeated record (1.000 win percentage). Their scoring margin is staggering, having racked up 428 points while allowing just 56.
Team Performance Breakdown
Scoring Averages
- WTES: Averages 20.8 points per game but struggles in the first three quarters, with a slow start in scoring.
- Dunbar: An offensive powerhouse, averaging 42.8 points per game. Their consistency across all quarters makes them a formidable opponent.
Key Stats Comparison
| Stat | WTES | Dunbar |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards/Game | – | 229.7 |
| Passing Yards/Game | – | 155.2 |
| Total Yards/Game | – | 384.9 |
| Tackles/Game | – | 44.3 |
| Sacks/Game | – | 4.9 |
Dunbar’s ability to dominate both rushing and passing situations highlights their balanced offense, while their defensive stats show a team capable of controlling the line of scrimmage and pressuring quarterbacks.
Player Impact: WTES vs. Dunbar
WTES Leaders
- Cole Floyd (#3): A workhorse, leading the team with 162.3 rushing yards per game and 8.3 points per game.
- Dante Coleman: Efficient in the air with 220 passing yards per game.
- Jalen Gause (#10): Leads in receiving yards at 57.8 per game.
- Savion Witherspoon (#1): A multi-threat player averaging 227.3 total yards per game.
Dunbar Leaders
While individual stats for Dunbar are not listed, the team’s dominance across all areas implies a deep and versatile roster.
Common Opponent Comparison
Both teams faced Carver Vo-Tech during the season, but the results further highlight their differences:
- WTES: Narrow 26-20 victory.
- Dunbar: Overwhelming 48-0 win.
Dunbar’s ability to dismantle Carver Vo-Tech underscores their strength, while WTES’s closer contest points to areas for improvement.
Conclusion
WTES has had a respectable season with strong individual performances, but their overall consistency pales compared to Dunbar’s dominance. Dunbar’s undefeated record, balanced offense, and suffocating defense make them the team to beat. If these two teams were to face off, WTES would need a near-flawless game plan to overcome Dunbar’s well-rounded prowess.
For now, Dunbar continues to lead not just the region but also the conversation about the top high school football programs in the state.
