The Edison Chargers (Milan, OH) varsity football team will host Liberty Center (OH) in a playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the “2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Region 18” tournament.

Edison vs Liberty Center Football Game Info:

What: Ohio High School Football
Who: Edison vs Liberty Center
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Region 18
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Game preview: Edison vs Liberty Center

As the Ohio high school football playoffs heat up, two undefeated powerhouses, Liberty Center and Edison, are on a collision course, setting the stage for what promises to be an epic showdown. Both teams boast perfect 13-0 records, dominating their respective divisions and leaving their opponents in the dust. Here’s a closer look at how these juggernauts stack up.

Team Profiles and Records

• Liberty Center (Division 2)
  • Overall Record: 13-0
  • Conference Record: 7-0
  • Home/Away Record: 8-0 / 5-0
  • Points For (PF): 550
  • Points Against (PA): 63
• Edison (Division 4)
  • Overall Record: 13-0
  • Conference Record: 4-0
  • Home/Away Record: 8-0 / 5-0
  • Points For (PF): 426
  • Points Against (PA): 104

While both teams are unbeaten, Liberty Center’s dominant point differential (550-63) gives them a statistical edge. Edison has also been impressive, particularly in overcoming Division 4 competition, but they’ll face their toughest test yet against Liberty Center’s suffocating defense and high-powered offense.

Scoring Averages: Breaking Down the Quarters

Liberty Center’s offense has been nothing short of explosive, averaging 42.3 points per game and setting the tone early with an average of 18.9 points in the first quarter. Their ability to strike fast and put games out of reach early has been a hallmark of their success.

Edison, averaging 32.8 points per game, has been steady throughout but relies on second-quarter scoring bursts (13.7 points on average) to build momentum. Their balanced approach could be crucial in a high-stakes game.

Key Matchup Analysis

• Defensive Powerhouses: Liberty Center’s defense has allowed just 63 points all season, while Edison has surrendered 104 points. This matchup could come down to whose defense can hold the line against dynamic offenses.
• Playoff Performances: Both teams are 3-0 in the playoffs, demonstrating poise under pressure. Neither team has faced a common opponent, adding an air of unpredictability to their clash.

Home vs. Away Advantage

Both teams have been flawless at home and away, going 8-0 at their respective home fields and 5-0 on the road. With the game likely being played at a neutral site, neither team will have the comfort of home-field advantage, further leveling the playing field.

Prediction and Final Thoughts

This matchup is more than a battle of records—it’s a clash of styles. Liberty Center’s high-scoring offense and stifling defense will test Edison’s resilience and ability to adjust in-game. Edison, however, has shown a knack for grinding out victories and will need to play disciplined, mistake-free football to keep pace.

Fans can expect a thrilling, hard-fought contest between two of Ohio’s best teams, with the victor taking one step closer to state glory.