The Cherokee Bluff (Flowery Branch, GA) varsity football team will host a playoff game against Luella (GA) tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Cherokee Bluff High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 GHSA Class 3A Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets.

Luella vs Cherokee Bluff High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Luella vs CBHS
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Luella vs Cherokee Bluff

The Cherokee Bluff Bears (10-1) will defend their undefeated home record tonight as they host the Luella Lions (6-5) in the second round of the 2024 GHSA Class 3A playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Cherokee Bluff High School in Flowery Branch, Georgia.

Team Overview

The Bears enter the matchup as one of the top teams in Class 3A, boasting an impressive 10-1 overall record and an undefeated 6-0 mark at home. They’ve showcased a balanced offensive attack, averaging 35.3 points per game while limiting opponents to just 16.4 points per contest. Cherokee Bluff’s quarterback, Brooks Brien, leads the offense with 206.5 passing yards per game and has a reliable target in receiver Kaden “KT” Thompson, who averages 81.4 receiving yards.

On the other side, the Lions are coming off a hard-fought first-round victory and will rely on their resilience to challenge the Bears. With a 6-5 overall record, Luella averages 19.5 points per game but faces a stiff challenge in slowing down Cherokee Bluff’s high-powered offense. Running back R.L. Ward III leads Luella’s ground game with 53.6 rushing yards per game, while quarterback Dylan Gwinn contributes 89.9 passing yards per contest.

Statistical Matchup

• Cherokee Bluff Offensive Firepower: The Bears generate 339.4 total yards per game, led by their passing attack, which averages 207.8 yards.
• Luella’s Balanced Defense: The Lions have recorded 46.3 tackles per game, anchored by Dayqwon Curry, who averages 7.1 tackles. However, they will need to contend with Cherokee Bluff’s multi-faceted offense.
• Scoring Differential: Cherokee Bluff scores an average of 36.8 points while allowing only 16.4, compared to Luella’s 19.5 points scored and 19.1 allowed per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Cherokee Bluff:
  • QB Brooks Brien (206.5 passing yards per game)
  • WR Kaden Thompson (81.4 receiving yards per game)
  • RB Jackson Pirkle (61.5 rushing yards per game)
• Luella:
  • QB Dylan Gwinn (102.0 total yards per game)
  • RB R.L. Ward III (53.6 rushing yards per game)
  • WR Javon Bowser Jr. (38.5 receiving yards per game)

Outlook

Cherokee Bluff’s dominant season and home-field advantage make them the favorites in this matchup. However, Luella’s ability to stay competitive and their knack for delivering in close games could keep things interesting. The Lions will need a near-flawless defensive performance and key contributions from their offensive leaders to pull off an upset.

What’s at Stake

The winner of tonight’s game will advance to the quarterfinals of the GHSA Class 3A playoffs, bringing them one step closer to a state championship.

Fans can expect an electric atmosphere as both teams battle for a chance to keep their playoff dreams alive.