The Liberty (Sykesville, MD) varsity football team will face Douglass (Upper Marlboro, MD) in a neutral playoff game today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 2A/1A tournament.

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Liberty (LA) vs Douglass (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 2A/1A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Douglass vs. Liberty: A Closer Look at Two Maryland High School Football Teams

As the high school football season progresses, two teams are catching the eye of fans and analysts alike: Douglass and Liberty. With impressive records and notable performances, both teams have shown they can dominate on the field. Let’s take a deeper look at their rankings, stats, and key players to understand what sets them apart.

Team Overview

Douglass (24-25)

• Record: 11-0 overall, 7-0 in region play
• Win Percentage: 1.000 (undefeated season)
• Points For: 419
• Points Against: 32
• Region Win Percentage: 1.000 (100% win rate in the region)

Douglass has had a perfect season so far, showcasing their dominance across both home and away games. Their offensive and defensive units have been firing on all cylinders, putting up an impressive 419 points while only conceding 32.

Liberty (24-25)

• Record: 7-4 overall, 4-2 in region play
• Win Percentage: .636
• Points For: 275
• Points Against: 199
• Region Win Percentage: .667

Liberty’s season has been more challenging, with a 7-4 record overall and a .636 win percentage. However, they have shown resilience, with a solid .667 win percentage in region games. The team has scored 275 points while allowing 199, indicating a more balanced but still competitive performance.

Team Scoring Averages

When looking at scoring trends throughout games, Douglass excels in all four quarters, averaging 38.1 points per game. Their breakdown by quarter is as follows:

• Q1: 12.4
• Q2: 11.2
• Q3: 7.7
• Q4: 8.0

Liberty, on the other hand, shows a more uneven distribution in their scoring, finishing with an average of 25.0 points per game. Their breakdown is:

• Q1: 11.3
• Q2: 6.7
• Q3: 5.0
• Q4: 7.3

Douglass maintains a consistent offensive attack throughout the game, while Liberty struggles more in the middle quarters but remains competitive in the first and final periods.

Key Team Stats Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Douglass excels in the rushing department with 297.6 yards per game, a testament to their strong ground game.
• Passing Yards Per Game: While Douglass focuses on the run, their passing game is also potent with 34.9 yards per game. Liberty does not list any passing yardage stats, highlighting the difference in their offensive approach.
• Total Yards Per Game: Douglass outpaces Liberty significantly in this category, racking up 332.5 total yards per game.

In terms of defense:

• Tackles Per Game: Douglass also leads here with 41.3 tackles per game, indicating a well-rounded defensive unit that’s active in stopping plays.
• Sacks Per Game: Douglass records 3.6 sacks per game, adding pressure on the quarterback and limiting offensive plays.

Key Players to Watch

• Glen Vinson III: Douglass’ standout running back and all-around player, Vinson is the team’s leader in rushing yards (80.7 per game), total yards (84.3 per game), tackles (7.4 per game), and points (8.0 per game). His versatility is a major asset to Douglass.
• John “Che” Pinkney: Douglass’ quarterback has contributed 26.1 passing yards per game, providing balance to their offense.
• Phillip Henderson: A key defender for Douglass, Henderson has tallied 0.8 sacks per game, helping lead the team’s strong defensive efforts.
• Oluwadamilare Peleowo: Known for his offensive line play, Peleowo has recorded 20 pancake blocks this season, opening up crucial holes for the Douglass running game.

Liberty, though not listed with specific players, will likely rely on a balanced effort from their team to keep pace with Douglass’ standout individual performances.

Record Breakdown

Douglass’ perfect season includes a perfect 7-0 record in region play and a dominant 6-0 record at home. Their playoff performance has been flawless with a 2-0 record. Liberty’s 7-4 record, while less impressive overall, shows strong performances in both home and away games with a solid 4-2 region play record.

The two teams have not yet faced each other this season, but should they meet in a playoff scenario, Douglass will be the heavy favorite based on their undefeated record and overall dominance.

Conclusion

Douglass enters any matchup as one of the top contenders, thanks to their potent offense and stifling defense. With an undefeated season so far, they are undoubtedly the team to beat in Maryland. Liberty, while not as dominant, has shown that they can compete at a high level, particularly in region play. If these two teams meet, expect an exciting clash of styles: Douglass’ high-powered offense and lockdown defense against Liberty’s scrappy and balanced approach.