The Marist (Atlanta, GA) varsity football team will host Jones County (Gray, GA) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Marist. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 4A tournament.
Jones County vs Marist High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Jones County vs Marist
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 4A
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Game Preview: Jones County vs Marist
The Marist (Atlanta, GA) varsity football team will host Jones County (Gray, GA) today at 7:30 p.m. in a highly anticipated home playoff game. This clash of undefeated versus nearly perfect is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 4A tournament.
Record Breakdown:
- Jones County comes into the matchup with a strong 10-1 record, having finished the regular season with an 8-1 mark in region play. They have displayed resilience all season, particularly on the road, where they are 3-1. With a .909 win percentage, Jones County has averaged an impressive 35.6 points per game.
- Marist, however, enters the game undefeated with a 11-0 record, securing a perfect 8-0 region record and dominating opponents all season. They have been nearly unstoppable at home, boasting a 7-0 record, and will look to continue that streak in front of their home crowd. The 1.000 win percentage is a testament to their consistency, with 46.0 points per game.
Team Strengths:
- Jones County has relied on a balanced offensive attack, with Devin Edmonds leading the passing game with an average of 260.2 passing yards per game, and Jaivon Solomon contributing a stellar 129.5 receiving yards per game. They are a high-powered offense, posting over 390 yards per game.
- Marist, on the other hand, has been dominant in all aspects of the game. While they do not list specific stats in rushing or passing yards, their overall team performance has been unmatched, averaging over 506 yards per game. With a defense that allows only 80 points all season, Marist has shown they are just as strong on the defensive side of the ball.
Key Players to Watch:
- For Jones County, Devin Edmonds and Jaivon Solomon are the key offensive playmakers. Edmonds has thrown for 260.2 yards per game, while Solomon has been a constant target in the receiving game with 129.5 yards per game. Both players will need to perform at a high level if Jones County is to upset the undefeated Marist squad.
- Marist will look to their defensive and offensive leaders to continue their dominance. The team’s defense, which has given up only 80 points in 11 games, will be a crucial factor in containing Jones County’s high-scoring offense.
Game Outlook:
As the teams prepare to face off, this game promises to be an exciting and hard-fought contest. Jones County will need to bring their best to overcome Marist’s unbeaten record and suffocating defense. For Marist, continuing their flawless play and keeping their high-scoring offense in rhythm will be the key to advancing in the playoffs.
This game is sure to be an exciting battle, with both teams playing for a chance to advance further in the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 4A tournament. Fans of both schools will surely be in for a thrilling match at Marist this evening at 7:30 p.m.
