The Llano (TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Edna (TX) on Friday, December 6, at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A Division 1 tournament.

Llano vs Edna Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Llano vs Edna
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D1
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Llano vs Edna

As the 2024-2025 high school football season comes to a close, two teams have emerged as standouts: Edna and Llano. Both squads have proven their dominance throughout the season, showcasing impressive records, talented players, and a commitment to excellence on the field. With nearly identical performances, these teams are ready to face off, and the stage is set for a thrilling encounter. Let’s break down their journey to this point and compare their key stats.

Team Records and Performance Overview

Edna has been absolutely dominant this season, finishing with a perfect 13-0 record. Their strength lies in both their offense and defense, with a remarkable 1.000 win percentage in district play, winning all seven of their district games. Edna’s offensive firepower has been formidable, with an average of 46.8 points per game. Defensively, they’ve allowed just 140 points across the season, averaging 10.8 points per game allowed.

Llano, on the other hand, has posted a 12-1 record. They were perfect in district play with a 5-0 record and have shown their mettle on the road, going 7-0 in away games. While their offensive numbers are slightly lower than Edna’s, with an average of 33.9 points per game, their solid defense (allowing 199 points) has propelled them to the second-best record in the region.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, Edna holds the upper hand. Averaging 46.8 points per game, Edna’s offense has been explosive, particularly in the first two quarters of games, where they score 14.5 and 15.1 points, respectively. Llano, with 33.9 points per game, scores lower but has been consistently effective throughout the season. Their highest-scoring periods are in the second and third quarters, where they average 11.5 and 9.5 points, respectively.

Key Team Stats Comparison

A look at their team stats reveals some stark contrasts. Edna has a balanced attack, with a formidable rushing game averaging 224.3 yards per game. They complement this with 153.8 passing yards per game and a total of 378.2 yards per game. Llano, while still potent, leans more heavily on the passing game with 153.5 yards per game, and their rushing attack averages 123.1 yards per game.

Both teams are known for their defense. Edna averages 78.7 tackles per game and 2.2 sacks per game, showing their ability to disrupt the opposition’s plays. Llano also does well defensively, with 78.7 tackles per game and 2.0 sacks per game, but Edna’s superior defensive unit has allowed them to dominate with a stronger overall defensive showing.

Notable Players

Both teams feature standout players who have been instrumental in their success.

• Edna’s Trey Mote has been a workhorse, contributing 123.1 rushing yards per game and averaging 12.8 points per game. His ability to carry the ball and score has made him one of the team’s most dangerous offensive weapons.
• Llano’s Luke Davis has excelled in the passing game, racking up 153.5 passing yards per game, along with 203.9 total yards per game. He’s consistently provided the spark for the Llano offense.
• On defense, Edna’s Tate Morgan has been a standout with 13.8 tackles per game and 0.5 sacks per game, leading his team in defensive production.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a similar set of opponents, and their performances against them offer a glimpse into how they compare in head-to-head matchups. Edna has defeated Orange Grove, Goliad, and Randolph, while Llano has also beaten these same teams. Against these common opponents, both teams posted perfect 3-0 records, highlighting their dominance in the regular season.

Record Breakdown

Here’s a closer look at how the two teams’ records break down across various categories:

• Overall Record: Edna (13-0), Llano (12-1)
• District Record: Edna (7-0), Llano (5-0)
• Home Record: Edna (6-0), Llano (7-0)
• Away Record: Edna (5-0), Llano (5-1)
• Playoff Record: Both teams are undefeated against common playoff opponents, posting 3-0 records.

Both Edna and Llano have proven their strength in district play, with both teams undefeated against other district opponents. Their out-of-state and neutral field performances remain untested, but these two local powerhouses have certainly proven they are among the best in the state.

Conclusion

Edna and Llano have been two of the most successful teams this season, with their perfect and near-perfect records, respectively. While Edna’s explosive offense and suffocating defense make them the favorite, Llano has demonstrated resilience and efficiency, especially on the road. As these two teams prepare for a likely clash, fans can expect an exciting matchup that promises to be a classic showdown between two of Texas’ finest high school football teams.