The Johnson High School (San Antonio, TX) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Lake Travis (Austin, TX) today at 7:30 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 6A Division 1 tournament.

Johnson vs Lake Travis Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Johnson vs Lake Travis
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D1
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Game preview: Johnson vs Lake Travis

As the high school football season progresses, two teams in Texas are standing out with impressive records and performances: Lake Travis and Johnson. Both teams boast near-perfect records, and they have proven themselves to be contenders in their respective districts. Here’s a breakdown of how these teams stack up in the 2024-2025 season.

Team Records and Rankings

• Lake Travis: With an overall record of 10-1, Lake Travis ranks 74th nationally and 13th in Texas. They are 5th in their state division and have had a dominant season so far with a 4-1 district record.
• Johnson: Johnson mirrors Lake Travis with a 10-1 record, but they are ranked 123rd nationally and 52nd in Texas. Their district record of 7-0 shows their clean sweep in league play.

Team Scoring

Lake Travis has been a scoring powerhouse this season, averaging 46.5 points per game. Their offensive output is especially notable in the first three quarters, where they consistently score over 13 points per quarter. However, the team’s production drops in the fourth quarter with just 5.1 points per game, possibly indicating they take their foot off the gas when games are in hand.

On the other hand, Johnson has a slightly lower average of 36.4 points per game. Their offense is strongest in the second and fourth quarters, with 8.4 points per game in the latter. The team’s slow start in the second quarter, with only 5.4 points, could be an area of concern heading into tougher matchups.

Offensive and Defensive Comparisons

In terms of offensive production:

• Lake Travis leads in passing yards, averaging 226.3 yards per game, and also puts up solid rushing yards with 203.9 yards per game.
• Johnson, meanwhile, outperforms Lake Travis on the ground, rushing for 213.9 yards per game, but trails in the passing game with 186.5 yards per game.

Both teams are highly efficient in total yardage, with Lake Travis averaging 430.2 yards per game compared to Johnson’s 400.5 yards. Despite the slight edge in total yardage, Johnson has been able to capitalize on their consistent running game.

Defensively:

• Lake Travis averages 75.3 tackles per game, while Johnson averages 65.0.
• Both teams are tied in sacks per game, each registering 2.5.

Key Players to Watch

• Lake Travis:
  • Vann Hopping: The leading rusher for Lake Travis, Hopping is averaging 101.2 yards per game.
  • Chaston Ditta: A key playmaker for Lake Travis, Ditta has thrown for 209.9 passing yards per game.
  • Easton Aird: Defensively, Aird is a key tackler, with 9.6 tackles per game.
• Johnson:
  • Lorenn “Bubba” Johnson: The star rusher for Johnson, Johnson has been explosive this season with 174.9 rushing yards per game.
  • Elvis Estrada: The team’s quarterback, Estrada has contributed 178.2 passing yards per game.
  • Aidan Poteet: On defense, Poteet has made a strong impact with 16.5 tackles per game.

Team Breakdowns

• Lake Travis has been stronger at home (4-1) but has a perfect 5-0 record when playing away. Their strong road performances show their adaptability, making them dangerous no matter the venue.
• Johnson, however, has been dominant on the road, securing a 5-1 away record and an unblemished 1-0 neutral-site record.

Both teams have yet to face off head-to-head, but their impressive performances against common opponents suggest that a matchup between them would be a thrilling contest.

Conclusion

As we approach the latter stages of the season, both Lake Travis and Johnson have demonstrated championship-caliber performances. With strong offensive units and solid defenses, they are set to be major contenders in the Texas high school football playoffs. Fans of both teams should look forward to the exciting potential clash between these powerhouse programs as they continue to dominate their respective districts.