The Erasmus Hall varsity football team (Brooklyn, NY) faces Tottenville (Staten Island, NY) in a neutral-site playoff game today. This matchup is part of the “2024 Boys Fall Football NY PSAL State Tournament – PSAL AAAA.”

Erasmus Hall vs Tottenville Football Game Info:

What: New York High School Football
Who: Erasmus Hall vs Tottenville
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 Boys Fall Football NY PSAL State Tournament – PSAL AAAA
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Game preview: Erasmus Hall vs Tottenville

The Tottenville Pirates and the Erasmus Hall Dutchmen are set for a high-stakes rematch in a neutral-site playoff showdown today. Both teams bring strong records, fierce rivalries, and contrasting strengths into this game, promising an intense battle for supremacy.

Season Recap and Rankings

Tottenville Pirates (8-3)

• State Class Rank: 3
• Section Rank: 3
• Key Stats:
  • Points For (PF): 415
  • Points Against (PA): 178
  • Playoff Record: 1-0

The Pirates have been a powerhouse offensively, averaging 37.7 points per game, with standout performances against Wagner (62-14) and Port Richmond (55-0). However, they’ve also faced tough challenges, including a loss to Curtis (24-7) in their regular-season finale.

Erasmus Hall Dutchmen (8-2)

• State Class Rank: 1
• Section Rank: 1
• Key Stats:
  • Points For (PF): 340
  • Points Against (PA): 86
  • Playoff Record: 1-0

The Dutchmen have been dominant defensively, allowing just 86 points all season. They’ve showcased their resilience, especially in tight contests like their 12-7 victory over Tottenville on October 25, which cemented their place atop the standings.

Key Matchup Insights

• Offense vs. Defense:
  Tottenville’s high-powered offense averages 37.7 points per game, heavily relying on early scoring. Conversely, Erasmus Hall boasts a stifling defense, limiting opponents to just 8.6 points per game.
• Common Opponents:
  Both teams are 5-1 against common opponents, with dominant performances. However, Erasmus Hall displayed greater consistency, notably shutting out Wagner (59-0) and New Dorp (48-0).
• Head-to-Head:
  Erasmus Hall edged out Tottenville 12-7 in their regular-season matchup. The Dutchmen’s defense stood tall in that game, holding the Pirates scoreless in the second half.

Team Scoring Trends

Tottenville Pirates:

• Scoring is concentrated in the first three quarters (7 points each).
• They falter in the final quarter, averaging 0 points, raising concerns about closing out games under pressure.

Erasmus Hall Dutchmen:

• Dominant opening with an average of 14.5 points in the first quarter.
• Slow in the middle quarters but rely on their defense to protect slim leads.

X-Factors

• Tottenville’s Redemption Arc:
  Can the Pirates break through the Dutchmen’s defense this time? Key adjustments to their late-game execution will be critical.
• Erasmus Hall’s Defensive Prowess:
  With only one opponent scoring more than two touchdowns this season, the Dutchmen’s defense will likely dictate the pace of the game.

Prediction

This playoff rematch promises to be as close as their October meeting. If Tottenville can exploit Erasmus Hall’s mid-game scoring lulls and improve their fourth-quarter performance, they could pull off an upset. However, Erasmus Hall’s defense and proven ability to grind out wins in high-pressure situations give them a slight edge.

Projected Score: Erasmus Hall 21, Tottenville 14