The Klein Collins (Spring, TX) varsity football team will host Longview (TX) for a playoff game on Saturday, November 30, at 2:00 PM at Abe Martin Stadium in Lufkin. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 6A Division 2.

Klein Collins vs Longview Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Klein Collins vs Longview
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D2
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Klein Collins vs Longview

As the football season progresses, the upcoming matchup between Longview and Klein Collins has caught the attention of fans, coaches, and analysts alike. Both teams come into this game with impressive records, but each has its own set of strengths and challenges that will shape the outcome of this highly anticipated contest.

Team Overview: Longview (24-25)

Longview enters this game with a stellar 10-2 record, maintaining an undefeated district record of 6-0. They have proven themselves to be a dominant force, particularly on the road with a perfect 6-0 away record. Longview’s offense is potent, averaging 31.2 points per game. Their strong rushing attack is led by #20 Kelvin Washington, who has been a standout with 170.2 rushing yards per game. The defense, anchored by linebacker #31 Kason Brooks, has also shown its mettle with 75.3 tackles per game.

In terms of total yards, Longview is averaging an impressive 332.9 yards per game, with 243.9 of those yards coming from the ground game. Their overall offensive balance has been a key to their success, and they have consistently put up strong performances across all quarters, averaging 9.8 points in the first quarter, 11.6 in the second, and 7.6 in the fourth.

Team Overview: Klein Collins (24-25)

Klein Collins, with a 7-5 record, enters this game having finished their district schedule with a 5-3 record. Their offense, averaging 32.0 points per game, is high-powered, though their attack tends to fluctuate, with the offense averaging just 4.4 points in the fourth quarter. The Tigers are balanced offensively, though they don’t rely as heavily on the rushing game as Longview, with a more diversified attack.

Klein Collins’ standout player, though not as statistically dominant as Longview’s, has been able to generate a solid 384 total points this season, compared to Longview’s 374 points. The defense will need to make adjustments to handle Longview’s powerful offense, particularly against the running game.

Statistical Breakdown

In terms of overall team performance, Longview holds an edge in several categories, particularly in rushing yards per game. They average 243.9 rushing yards per game, a stat that Klein Collins doesn’t appear to challenge as much. Longview’s total yards per game stands at 332.9, significantly higher than Klein Collins’ 328 yards. However, Klein Collins has a slight advantage in terms of points per game with an average of 32.0 compared to Longview’s 31.2.

When it comes to defense, both teams are quite close in total tackles per game, but Longview’s defense has been more effective in creating turnovers and controlling the game tempo. Kason Brooks leads Longview’s defense with 11 tackles per game, making him a key player to watch.

Team Leaders

Longview’s leadership shines through with #20 Kelvin Washington, who leads the team in rushing yards (170.2 per game), total yards (196.5 per game), and points per game (15.8). His ability to dominate the ground game will be a critical factor in this matchup.

Klein Collins’ offense has been more distributed, but they rely on strong performances across the board. Their defensive line, though not as dominant in the sack category as Longview’s, still maintains a competitive presence. Their quarterback, while not listed with standout stats, will need to deliver solid performances to match the firepower of Longview’s offense.

Record Comparison: Longview vs. Klein Collins

• Overall Record: Longview (10-2), Klein Collins (7-5)
• District Record: Longview (6-0), Klein Collins (5-3)
• Home Record: Longview (4-2), Klein Collins (2-3)
• Away Record: Longview (6-0), Klein Collins (3-2)
• Playoff Record: Both teams have shown success in the postseason, with Longview maintaining a perfect 2-0 record in playoff games.

While both teams have had their share of successes, Longview has shown greater consistency, especially on the road and in high-stakes situations.

Final Thoughts

This matchup promises to be an exciting one, with Longview’s strong, balanced offense and resilient defense going up against Klein Collins’ high-scoring capabilities. The outcome will likely hinge on whether Klein Collins’ defense can hold up against the power running game of Longview, and if Longview’s defense can stop the potent passing and offensive attack of Klein Collins.

As the game unfolds, fans can expect a competitive and high-energy clash with plenty of standout performances, particularly from key players like Longview’s Kelvin Washington and Klein Collins’ versatile offensive unit.