The Mildred High School (Corsicana, TX) varsity football team will face De Leon (TX) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 22 at 7:00 PM at Burleson ISD Stadium. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, specifically the 2024 Football Conference 2A Division 1 tournament.

Mildred vs De Leon Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Mildred vs De Leon
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 2A D1
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Game preview: Mildred vs De Leon

As the 2024-2025 Texas high school football season progresses, two teams have emerged as standouts: De Leon and Mildred. Both teams have impressed on the field, but each has had its own journey and style of play. Let’s break down the statistics, records, and key players of both teams as they head toward the latter stages of the season.

Team Records & Overview

• De Leon: The De Leon team has posted a solid overall record of 7-4, with a 4-1 district mark. Their performance has been competitive, particularly at home where they have a 2-3 record but are strong away, boasting a 4-1 record. In terms of their performance within the district, they’ve been impressive with an 80% win rate. They’ve scored 489 points while allowing 285, resulting in an average of 44.5 points per game.
• Mildred: On the other hand, Mildred has had a perfect season so far, going 11-0 overall. They’ve also dominated their district with a flawless 5-0 record. What stands out about Mildred is their ability to win consistently across all settings, including an undefeated 6-0 record in away games. Their offense has been explosive, scoring 494 points, while their defense has allowed just 114 points, with an average of 44.9 points per game.

Team Scoring & Performance Breakdown

Both teams have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, scoring nearly identical average points per game.

• De Leon: De Leon’s offensive strength comes from a balanced attack. They average 13.7 points in the first quarter, 13.0 in the second, 12.9 in the third, and 5.7 in the fourth. Their scoring totals reflect a highly productive start to games, though they tend to slow down as the game progresses.
• Mildred: Mildred’s scoring distribution is similarly strong, with 18.1 points per game in the first quarter, 13.4 in the second, and 7.6 and 5.8 in the third and fourth quarters, respectively. Mildred has shown the ability to maintain high early-game momentum, though they too tend to see their scoring decrease in the later stages.

Team Stat Comparison

When we compare the teams in terms of various key statistics:

• Rushing Yards: De Leon has averaged 228.0 rushing yards per game, led by standout rusher Trenton Harris, who averages 99.1 yards per game. Mildred’s offense is a little more diversified but still strong, particularly in the passing game.
• Passing Yards: Mildred leads in passing yards, averaging 148.3 yards per game. De Leon, while not as prolific in the air, has standout quarterback Luke McKendree, who leads the team with an average of 138.5 passing yards per game.
• Receiving Yards: De Leon’s Ashton Moore has been a key receiver, averaging 40.4 yards per game, while Mildred’s offense spreads the ball around with 143.2 receiving yards per game.
• Total Yards: De Leon’s total yards per game stands at 376.3, which is slightly lower than Mildred’s 494. This indicates that while De Leon has a strong rushing game, Mildred excels both in the air and on the ground.
• Tackles: De Leon’s defense is led by Justin Ovalle, who averages 8.7 tackles per game, a significantly higher figure than Mildred’s average of 2.7. This suggests that De Leon’s defense plays a more involved role in stopping the opposition’s progress.
• Sacks: Barron Tatum leads De Leon with 0.5 sacks per game, slightly ahead of Mildred’s team sack average of 0.2.

Key Players to Watch

• De Leon:
  • Trenton Harris (RB): Leading the team in rushing yards, Harris is a pivotal player who will be crucial to De Leon’s success.
  • Luke McKendree (QB): As the team’s primary passer, McKendree has the ability to change the game with his passing yards and total offensive contributions.
  • Justin Ovalle (LB): Ovalle’s tackling ability makes him a key defensive player for De Leon.
• Mildred:
  • The entire team’s offense: While no single player stands out as much as Harris or McKendree, Mildred’s balanced offensive attack, with significant contributions across rushing, passing, and receiving, makes them a dangerous team.
  • Defense: With a defensive unit that has allowed only 114 points all season, Mildred’s team as a whole has proven to be tough to break through.

Final Thoughts

As both teams continue to push towards the playoff season, the matchup between De Leon and Mildred could be a defining game. While De Leon has been impressive, especially in district play, Mildred’s undefeated season and strong all-around game make them a formidable opponent. If De Leon hopes to pull off an upset, they will need to capitalize on their strong rushing attack and rely on key defensive players to contain Mildred’s potent offense. Meanwhile, Mildred will look to maintain their dominance and continue their undefeated streak. The rest of the season will be a true test for both teams as they strive for glory.