The Rome (GA) varsity football team will host Glynn Academy (Brunswick, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Rome High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 GHSA Class 5A Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets.
Glynn Academy vs Rome High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Glynn Academy vs Rome
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 5A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Glynn Academy vs Rome
In an exciting first-round playoff matchup, Rome High School hosts Glynn Academy this Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m., as part of the 2024 GHSA Class 5A football tournament.
Rankings and Season Recap
Glynn Academy (6-4) enters the game ranked 26th in the Class 5A Georgia standings, showcasing a balanced season with a 5-3 region record and impressive road performance, going 3-1 away. With a scoring record of 257 points for and 240 against, the team demonstrates resilience and has been competitive in close games, achieving a 60% win rate this season. On the other side, Rome (7-2) is on a remarkable run with a spotless 7-0 region record and an 11th-place ranking in Class 5A Georgia. With a powerful offense, they’ve tallied 383 points this season while allowing only 119.
Scoring Averages and Defense
Rome’s offense has been electric, averaging 42.6 points per game, with consistent scoring in each quarter. Glynn Academy has also shown steady offense, averaging 25.7 points, with their most productive quarter typically being the second. Defensively, Glynn Academy’s standout is linebacker Cooper Reiss, leading with 7.8 tackles per game, while defensive lineman Quantavious Green provides pressure with an average of 1.1 sacks per game.
Game Outlook
With home-field advantage and a strong record, Rome comes in as the favorite, but Glynn Academy’s ability to play well on the road means this game could offer some surprises. Rome’s high-scoring offense versus Glynn’s solid defense will be the primary matchup to watch, as both teams aim to advance further in the tournament.
