The Killingly varsity football team (Killingly, CT) will host Ellington (Ellington, CT) in a home playoff game tonight at 6:30 PM at Killingly. This matchup is part of the 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS tournament.

Ellington vs Killingly High School Football Game Info:

What: Connecticut High School Football
Who: Ellington vs Killingly
When: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time: 6:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS
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Game Preview: Ellington vs Killingly

Killingly, CT — The Killingly football team (10-0) will face Ellington (7-4) in a Class SS playoff game tonight at 6:30 PM at Killingly High School. The match is set to be a thrilling contest, as the undefeated Killingly team looks to continue their dominant season, while Ellington will try to pull off an upset and advance further into the playoffs.

Team Overview and Records

Killingly enters the game as one of the state’s top teams, ranked 16th overall and 1st in Class SS. The Redmen have had an outstanding season, finishing 10-0 with a perfect 4-0 league record and a 5-0 home record. Their combination of strong offense and defense has powered them to an impressive 469 points scored while allowing just 126 points against.

Ellington, ranked 103rd overall and 11th in Class SS, has had a solid season with a 7-4 overall record. Their 5-3 league record and 4-1 home performance reflect their strong play throughout the year. While they’ve had their share of tough losses, Ellington enters the playoffs with momentum after winning their last two games.

Offensive and Defensive Comparison

Killingly’s offense has been explosive this season, averaging 46.9 points per game. The Redmen have been particularly dominant in the first half, scoring an average of 32.6 points before halftime. Their offensive output is led by quarterback Quinn Sumner, who has thrown for 97.7 yards per game, and running back Hayden Allard, who averages 158.4 rushing yards per game.

In comparison, Ellington has averaged 26.6 points per game but will need to significantly raise their scoring output to keep pace with Killingly’s high-scoring offense. The Ellington offense is led by Allard’s cousin, Hunter Allard, and quarterback Quinn Sumner, who has contributed both on the ground and in the air for the team.

Defensively, Killingly has been exceptional, allowing just 126 points this season. Their defense is anchored by standout linebacker Everton Brown, who has been an instrumental part of their success. Ellington’s defense has also been strong, with linebacker Anthony Oates leading the way with 9.9 tackles per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Killingly: Quarterback Quinn Sumner has been key to Killingly’s success with his ability to manage the offense, and running back Hayden Allard has been a workhorse, consistently gaining over 150 yards per game. Their offensive line, which has recorded 58 pancake blocks, has been instrumental in creating lanes for Allard and giving Sumner time to make plays.
• Ellington: The Allard brothers — Hayden and Hunter — will be key players in Ellington’s game plan. Hayden’s rushing ability has been a major part of their success this season, while Hunter will need to make big plays in the passing game to help move the ball against a tough Killingly defense.

What’s at Stake?

For Killingly, a win would keep their perfect season intact and push them one step closer to a Class SS championship. For Ellington, a victory would be a major upset and send them into the next round of the playoffs, continuing their season against some of the state’s best.

Kickoff is set for 6:30 PM at Killingly High School, where fans are expecting a hard-fought battle as these two teams compete for a spot in the next round of the 2024 CIAC Class SS Playoffs. Will the unbeaten Redmen continue their dominance, or will Ellington pull off the upset of the tournament? We’ll find out tonight.