The Seventy-First (Fayetteville, NC) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against J.H. Rose (Greenville, NC) on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: North Carolina High School Football
Who: J.H. Rose vs. Seventy-First
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Football Championships – 3A
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Game Preview: J.H. Rose vs. Seventy-First
The J.H. Rose Rampants (5-8) will face the undefeated Seventy-First Falcons (13-0) in a playoff showdown. Seventy-First has had a dominant season with a perfect record, while J.H. Rose has had a challenging year, finishing with a losing record and struggling in conference play.
Season Recap: J.H. Rose
- Record: 5-8
- Conference Record: 2-4
- Points For/Against: 334 PF, 385 PA
- Scoring Average: 25.7 points per game
J.H. Rose has struggled on both sides of the ball this season. Their offense is led by Tevin Council, who rushes for 77.9 yards per game. The passing game, with Jimmy Martin contributing 186.7 yards per game, has been a bright spot, but the defense has given up 385 points on the season. Jaidon Lovett leads the receiving corps, tallying 89.2 yards per game. The Rampants will need to execute well on offense and make critical defensive stops to have a shot at upsetting Seventy-First.
Season Recap: Seventy-First
- Record: 13-0
- Conference Record: 7-0
- Points For/Against: 595 PF, 100 PA
- Scoring Average: 45.8 points per game
Seventy-First has been dominant this season, outscoring opponents with ease. Deandre Nance has been the standout player for the Falcons, rushing for 98.9 yards per game and leading the team with 211.8 total yards per game. The team has a well-rounded offense and has been incredibly efficient in scoring, putting up 45.8 points per game. On defense, Hector Bautista leads with 8.3 tackles per game. The Falcons’ defense has been impenetrable, allowing just 100 points all season. They will look to continue their dominance and advance further in the playoffs.
Key Matchups
- Offensive Strengths:
- J.H. Rose’s offense is built around Tevin Council’s rushing game and the passing attack led by Jimmy Martin. The Rampants will need to get the run game going early to keep Seventy-First’s explosive offense off the field.
- Seventy-First’s offense revolves around Deandre Nance, who is a dual-threat and can change the game in a hurry. The Falcons will likely attack with a combination of Nance’s running and efficient passing from Jy’taivius Whitted. Their offense has been firing on all cylinders, so J.H. Rose will need a strong defensive game plan to slow them down.
- Defensive Comparisons:
- J.H. Rose’s defense has allowed a high number of points, and they will need to tighten up to avoid being overwhelmed by Seventy-First’s offense. Amare Washington leads with 8.3 tackles per game, but the team has given up an average of 385 points this season.
- Seventy-First’s defense has been suffocating, allowing only 100 points throughout the season. Johnnie Jones has been solid with 1.0 sack per game, and the defense has been able to stop offenses from getting into a rhythm. They will look to continue their strong play and dominate on that side of the ball.
Scoring Trends:
- J.H. Rose averages 25.7 points per game but struggles defensively, giving up 385 points. They score well early but tend to slow down as the game progresses.
- Seventy-First has a balanced attack, scoring an average of 45.8 points per game. Their offense peaks in the second quarter, with 19.8 points, and slows down a bit in the final quarter, but their defense makes it difficult for teams to catch up.
Prediction:
Seventy-First comes into this matchup as the heavy favorite with a perfect record and a potent offense and defense. J.H. Rose will have to play a nearly perfect game to compete with the Falcons. The Rampants’ best chance is to control the ball, limit mistakes, and hope for some key turnovers. However, Seventy-First’s offense and defense are likely to overwhelm J.H. Rose.
