The Morgan County (Madison, GA) varsity football team will host East Jackson (Commerce, GA) for a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Morgan County. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets for GHSA Class 2A.

East Jackson vs Morgan County High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: East Jackson vs Morgan County
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: East Jackson vs Morgan County

The 2024 GHSA Class 2A football playoffs are underway, and one of the most anticipated first-round matchups features the Morgan County Bulldogs (9-1) hosting the East Jackson Eagles (4-6). This exciting game will take place on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Morgan County, where the Bulldogs will look to extend their dominant season against a determined East Jackson squad.

Team Records and Overview

East Jackson (4-6)
East Jackson enters the playoffs with a 4-6 record, having faced some challenges in region play with a 1-4 record. Despite their struggles, the Eagles have shown resilience, with a 2-3 record at home and an equal 2-3 mark on the road. Their offense has averaged 23.4 points per game, but their defense has given up 392 points over the course of the season. The Eagles will need to elevate their performance on both sides of the ball to stand a chance against the highly favored Morgan County team.

Morgan County (9-1)
Morgan County has been one of the top teams in Class 2A this season, finishing with an impressive 9-1 record and 4-1 in region play. The Bulldogs have been nearly perfect at home, boasting a 5-0 record. They have been dominant offensively, averaging 38.3 points per game, and their defense has been strong as well, allowing just 178 points all season. Morgan County enters the playoffs as the clear favorite, but they cannot afford to overlook East Jackson’s potential to pull off an upset.

Team Scoring Averages

• East Jackson: The Eagles have averaged 23.4 points per game, with their highest-scoring quarter being the second, where they average 9.4 points. However, they struggle to maintain consistency in the second half, averaging just 8.6 points in the third and fourth quarters. To have a shot at upsetting Morgan County, East Jackson will need to improve their scoring output in the latter half of the game.
• Morgan County: The Bulldogs have been one of the most potent offenses in Class 2A, averaging 38.3 points per game. They have been particularly strong in the first quarter, putting up 16.4 points on average. Morgan County’s offense continues to fire on all cylinders, even in the second half, where they average 11.9 points in the third quarter. If the Bulldogs can build an early lead, they could prove difficult to overcome.

Key Matchups and Statistics

• Rushing and Passing: Morgan County has the advantage in total yardage, averaging 419.9 yards per game compared to East Jackson’s 234.6 yards. The Bulldogs are especially effective in the passing game, with Davis Strickland averaging 237.4 yards per game. East Jackson will need to contain Strickland and disrupt Morgan County’s offensive rhythm if they want to compete.
• Receiving: The Bulldogs’ passing attack has been led by Davis Strickland and his connection with Jaylen Elder (134.9 receiving yards per game). East Jackson’s secondary will need to focus on stopping Elder and preventing big plays in the air.
• Defensive Pressure: While East Jackson has struggled defensively this season, their leading tackler, Jordan Gordon (7.7 tackles per game), will be key in trying to slow down Morgan County’s offense. However, Morgan County’s defense has allowed just 178 points this season, providing a strong backbone for their high-powered offense.

Record Breakdown

• East Jackson:
  • Overall: 4-6
  • Region: 1-4
  • Home: 2-3
  • Away: 2-3
• Morgan County:
  • Overall: 9-1
  • Region: 4-1
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 4-1

Morgan County has been nearly perfect this season, particularly at home, where they have yet to lose a game. The Bulldogs’ only loss came in non-region play, while East Jackson has struggled in both region and non-region games.

Looking Ahead

For East Jackson to have a chance at an upset, they will need to execute a near-perfect game, capitalizing on every opportunity and limiting mistakes. Their offense, led by Jaylen Elder (10.2 points per game), will need to put up points early and often, while their defense will have to find a way to slow down Morgan County’s explosive attack.

Morgan County, on the other hand, will look to continue their strong season and advance deeper into the playoffs. With a balanced offensive attack and a solid defense, they will look to overpower East Jackson and secure their place in the next round of the playoffs.

This matchup is set to be an exciting contest as the Bulldogs aim to prove why they are one of the top teams in Class 2A, while East Jackson hopes to make a statement and keep their playoff hopes alive.