The Grand Blanc (MI) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Adams (Rochester, MI) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM.

What: Michigan High School Football
Who: Grand Blanc (MI) vs Adams (MI)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

A Closer Look at the 2024-25 Football Seasons: Adams vs. Grand Blanc

As the 2024-25 Michigan high school football season progresses, both Adams and Grand Blanc are showing strong performances, with each boasting an impressive 9-2 record. With only minor differences in their schedules and statistical rankings, the comparison between these two teams becomes an intriguing point of discussion.

Team Overview

Adams (24-25)

• Overall Record: 9-2
• League Record: 2-2
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 4-2
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win %: .818
• League Win %: .500
• Points For: 306
• Points Against: 138

Grand Blanc (24-25)

• Overall Record: 9-2
• League Record: 5-0
• Home Record: 5-2
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Record: 0-0
• Win %: .818
• League Win %: 1.000
• Points For: 374
• Points Against: 202

Both teams have performed at a high level this season, each winning 9 of their 11 games. What sets them apart is their success within the league. Grand Blanc remains unbeaten in league play, going 5-0, while Adams is 2-2 in its league matchups.

Scoring Breakdown

When it comes to scoring averages, Grand Blanc outpaces Adams in terms of total points per game:

• Adams Scoring (per quarter):
  • Q1: 7.0
  • Q2: 9.8
  • Q3: 9.2
  • Q4: 5.7
  • Final: 27.8
• Grand Blanc Scoring (per quarter):
  • Q1: 10.4
  • Q2: 14.5
  • Q3: 6.9
  • Q4: 5.1
  • Final: 34.0

Grand Blanc has a notably stronger first half of the game, especially in the second quarter, where they average 14.5 points compared to Adams’ 9.8. Despite this, Adams has remained competitive, particularly with their consistent output in the second and third quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

In terms of total offense and defense, here’s how the teams stack up:

• Adams:
  • Rushing Yards per Game: 142.8
  • Passing Yards per Game: 189.1
  • Receiving Yards per Game: 189.0
  • Total Yards per Game: 331.9
  • Tackles per Game: 50.5
  • Sacks per Game: 1.0
  • Points per Game: 33.5
• Grand Blanc:
  • Rushing Yards per Game: 142.8
  • Passing Yards per Game: 189.1
  • Receiving Yards per Game: 189.0
  • Total Yards per Game: 331.9
  • Tackles per Game: 50.5
  • Sacks per Game: 1.0
  • Points per Game: 33.5

In terms of statistics, both teams are virtually identical in terms of total yards, rushing, passing, and receiving yards per game, as well as tackles and sacks per game. Their offensive and defensive strategies are comparable, but Grand Blanc has demonstrated a slight edge in key matchups.

Key Players

Both teams have standout performers who contribute significantly to their success:

• Adams:
  • Nik Lemons: 56.6 rushing yards per game
  • Jake Morrow: 188.4 passing yards per game, 236.5 total yards per game, and 6 points per game
  • Caseton Sendry: 56.3 receiving yards per game
  • Joey Larobardiere: 7.9 tackles per game
  • Makiah Williams: 0.3 sacks per game
• Grand Blanc:
  • Jake Morrow: 188.4 passing yards per game, 236.5 total yards per game, and 6 points per game
  • Caseton Sendry: 56.3 receiving yards per game
  • Makiah Williams: 0.3 sacks per game
  • Joey Larobardiere: 7.9 tackles per game

Key players like Jake Morrow and Caseton Sendry stand out for both teams, showing consistency in receiving, passing, and total yardage. Morrow’s passing abilities and ability to generate total yards have been crucial in each team’s success. Defensively, Makiah Williams and Joey Larobardiere are leading their teams in sacks and tackles, respectively.

Common Opponents

Both Adams and Grand Blanc faced off against common opponents this season, including Romeo and Oxford:

• Adams vs. Romeo: (W) 22-21 (8/29/24)
• Grand Blanc vs. Romeo: (L) 14-13 (10/25/24)
• Adams vs. Oxford: (L) 18-17 (10/4/24)
• Grand Blanc vs. Oxford: (W) 29-7 (11/8/24)

The results against common opponents show both teams with a split record. Adams defeated Romeo by a slim margin, while Grand Blanc fell short against them. However, Grand Blanc came out on top against Oxford, whereas Adams lost narrowly.

Playoff Outlook

Both teams are poised for strong playoff runs, with identical overall records and good performances against non-league teams. The neutral field record favors Adams slightly, but Grand Blanc’s perfect league record gives them a strong psychological edge heading into the postseason.

In summary, both Adams and Grand Blanc are formidable teams with dynamic offenses, solid defenses, and standout players across the board. As their seasons continue, fans can expect an exciting battle for state supremacy, with each team making a strong case for playoff success.