The Milton (GA) varsity football team will face Langston Hughes (Fairburn, GA) in a neutral playoff game today at 7 PM at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets (GHSA – Class 5A) tournament.
Langston Hughes vs Milton Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football Playoff
Who: Langston Hughes vs Milton
When: Saturday, December 14, 2024
Time: In Progress
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Langston Hughes vs Milton
The 2024 Georgia high school football season has delivered outstanding performances from two of the state’s powerhouse programs: Langston Hughes and Milton. Both teams have exhibited dominance on the field, boasting impressive records, high-powered offenses, and robust defensive units. This article dives deep into their season statistics, key players, and a side-by-side comparison of their performances.
Rankings and Records
Langston Hughes (24-25 Season):
- National Ranking: 42
- Georgia State Ranking: 6
- Class Ranking: 3
- Overall Record: 13-1
- Region Record: 7-0
- Home: 9-0 | Away: 3-1 | Neutral: 1-0
- Points For (PF): 645 | Points Against (PA): 185
- Winning Percentage: 92.9%
Milton (24-25 Season):
- National Ranking: 2
- Georgia State Ranking: 1
- Class Ranking: 1
- Overall Record: 14-0
- Region Record: 6-0
- Home: 9-0 | Away: 4-0 | Neutral: 1-0
- Points For (PF): 604 | Points Against (PA): 162
- Winning Percentage: 100%
Milton’s perfect record and top national ranking set them apart, but Langston Hughes’ near-flawless season showcases their ability to compete at an elite level.
Scoring Averages
Both teams feature explosive offenses that rack up points early and often.
| Quarter | Langston Hughes | Milton |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 14.8 | 12.9 |
| Q2 | 6.0 | 18.5 |
| Q3 | 12.3 | 9.5 |
| Q4 | 7.3 | 4.6 |
| Final | 46.1 | 43.1 |
While Langston Hughes holds a slight edge in final scoring averages at 46.1 points per game, Milton balances their offense with dominance in the second quarter.
Team Stat Comparison
Both teams excel in total offensive production, but their strengths differ slightly:
| Statistic | Langston Hughes | Milton |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 230.5 | 189.9 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 216.5 | 243.7 |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 213.6 | 243.4 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 447.0 | 433.6 |
| Tackles Per Game | 95.1 | 77.2 |
| Sacks Per Game | 2.1 | 2.9 |
| Points Per Game | 41.7 | 43.1 |
Langston Hughes focuses on a balanced offensive attack with a strong rushing game, while Milton leans more toward their aerial assault, producing higher passing and receiving yardage.
Key Team Leaders
Langston Hughes:
- Rushing Leader: #21 Qwantavius Wiggins – 88.5 YPG
- Passing Leader: #3 Christian Langford – 216.5 YPG
- Receiving Leader: #15 Maurice Gleaton Jr – 68.7 YPG
- Total Yards Leader: #3 Christian Langford – 256.1 YPG
- Tackles Leader: #26 Aji Griggs – 10.6 TPG
- Sacks Leader: #50 Tavaris Dice – 1.0 SPG
- Points Leader: #1 Jabari Jones – 7.8 PPG
Milton:
- Rushing Leader: #21 TJ Lester – 117.6 YPG
- Passing Leader: #5 Luke Nickel – 238.2 YPG
- Receiving Leader: #4 CJ Wiley – 76.0 YPG
- Total Yards Leader: #5 Luke Nickel – 257.5 YPG
- Tackles Leader: #7 Hayden Tumminia – 8.7 TPG
- Sacks Leader: #15 Caleb Bell – 0.8 SPG
- Points Leader: #21 TJ Lester – 11.1 PPG
Milton’s Luke Nickel and TJ Lester are standout performers, dominating in both the air and on the ground, while Langston Hughes relies on the dual-threat abilities of Christian Langford.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced Dutchtown and Roswell and emerged victorious.
| Date | Opponent | Langston Hughes Result | Milton Result |
| 9/20/24 | Dutchtown | W 57-14 | W 41-3 |
| 11/22/24 | Roswell | W 31-21 | W 35-20 |
Milton’s margin of victory against Dutchtown highlights their defensive strength, while Langston Hughes showcased offensive dominance.
Season Breakdown
| Category | Langston Hughes | Milton |
| Overall | 13-1 | 14-0 |
| League Record | 7-0 | 6-0 |
| Non-League | 2-1 | 4-0 |
| Head-to-Head | N/A | N/A |
| Home Record | 9-0 | 9-0 |
| Away Record | 3-1 | 4-0 |
| Playoff Record | 4-0 | 4-0 |
Final Thoughts
The 2024 high school football season in Georgia has witnessed two of the top programs, Langston Hughes and Milton, rise to prominence. Milton’s undefeated record and higher national ranking reflect their well-rounded dominance, particularly in the passing game. However, Langston Hughes’ ability to balance rushing and passing, combined with a strong defense, makes them a formidable opponent.
As the playoffs approach, the stage is set for a potential epic clash between these two titans of Georgia high school football. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown if Langston Hughes and Milton meet head-to-head to battle for state supremacy.
