The Pueblo Central varsity football team (Pueblo, CO) will host Lutheran High School (Parker, CO) in a Class 3A playoff matchup today at 1 p.m. at Pueblo Central. This game is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs.
Lutheran vs Pueblo Central High School Football Game Info:
What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Lutheran vs Pueblo Central
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Lutheran vs Pueblo Central
The 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A bring a highly anticipated matchup as the Lutheran Lions (9-1) take on the Pueblo Central Wildcats (8-2) in a pivotal playoff game. Set to kick off today at 1 p.m. at Pueblo Central, both teams enter with impressive records and dominant performances this season.
Team Profiles
Lutheran Lions (9-1, 5-0 League)
- State Rank: 3rd in Class 3A
- Strengths: Balanced offense with a strong rushing and passing attack. The Lions average 38.5 points per game while allowing just 17.3.
- Key Players:
- Sawyer Wald (RB): Leads the team with an impressive 165.9 rushing yards per game and 15.6 points per game.
- Eli Abramson (QB): A dual-threat quarterback averaging 191.7 passing yards and 203.6 total yards per game.
- Jack Wesolowski (WR): Top receiving target, averaging 64.4 yards per game.
- Defensive Standout: Xavier Viarrial, with 11.7 tackles per game, anchors the Lions’ defense.
Pueblo Central Wildcats (8-2, 3-1 League)
- State Rank: 8th in Class 3A
- Strengths: Ground-and-pound rushing game, averaging an astounding 357.8 rushing yards per game, complemented by a stingy defense that has allowed just 14.2 points per game.
- Key Players:
- Amari Brown (RB): The engine of the offense, leading the team with 208.4 rushing yards and 15.8 points per game.
- Genaro Pino (QB): Provides steady leadership, averaging 65.7 passing yards per game.
- David Sanchez (WR): A reliable target, averaging 24.6 receiving yards per game.
- Defensive Standout: Dayton Blok, with 3.8 tackles per game, has been key to Pueblo Central’s defensive success.
Scoring and Stats Comparison
| Category | Lutheran | Pueblo Central |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 38.5 | 40.4 |
| Rushing Yards/Game | 193.1 | 357.8 |
| Passing Yards/Game | 177.7 | 70.7 |
| Total Yards/Game | 370.8 | 428.5 |
| Tackles/Game | 51.1 | 28.5 |
| Sacks/Game | 0.8 | 0.5 |
Both teams excel offensively, but Pueblo Central’s ground attack has been particularly dominant, leading to their league-leading average of 40.4 points per game. Meanwhile, Lutheran’s balanced attack will test Pueblo Central’s defensive front.
Game Outlook
This matchup pits two of Class 3A’s elite teams against each other in what promises to be a thrilling contest. Lutheran brings a versatile offense and solid defense to the table, while Pueblo Central relies on its explosive rushing game and home-field advantage.
Key to the game will be the battle in the trenches. If Pueblo Central can control the line of scrimmage and keep Lutheran’s offense off the field, they stand a strong chance of advancing. Conversely, Lutheran will need to slow down Amari Brown and force Pueblo Central to rely on their passing game.
What’s at Stake
A victory would secure a spot in the next round of the Class 3A playoffs, bringing both teams one step closer to the championship. With their strong regular-season performances, both squads have proven they belong on the state’s biggest stage.
As these two powerhouses collide, fans can expect a game full of intensity, skill, and playoff drama.
