The Miller (Corpus Christi, TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Tivy (Kerrville, TX) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 5A Division 2 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Miller vs Tivy
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D2
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Game preview: Miller vs Tivy

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, the Tivy and Miller teams stand out for their respective performances, each showcasing unique strengths. In this article, we compare the two teams based on their rankings, records, statistical performance, and individual leaders.

Team Records and Rankings

• Tivy: With an overall record of 6-4, Tivy has had a strong season, earning a respectable .600 win percentage. Their 3-3 district record places them in a competitive spot within their region. The team scored a total of 387 points while allowing 295 points across the season.
• Miller: In contrast, Miller boasts an 8-2 overall record and an impressive 5-0 district record, showcasing dominance within their league. Their win percentage stands at .800, with an undefeated district performance (1.000 district win percentage). Miller has been an offensive powerhouse, scoring 503 points and allowing just 170 points, reflecting their strong defensive and offensive strategies.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring consistency, both teams have performed well, with Miller averaging 50.3 points per game, significantly higher than Tivy’s 38.7 points per game. Here’s a breakdown of how each team scores throughout the game:

• Tivy:
  • Q1: 7.0 points
  • Q2: 14.9 points
  • Q3: 10.8 points
  • Q4: 6.1 points
• Miller:
  • Q1: 9.2 points
  • Q2: 15.7 points
  • Q3: 12.2 points
  • Q4: 5.5 points

Miller shows more consistent scoring across all quarters, especially in the second and third quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

Offensive Production:

• Rushing Yards per Game: Tivy averages 159.6 yards per game, while Miller slightly outperforms them with 183.8 yards per game.
• Passing Yards per Game: Tivy shows a strong passing game, averaging 308.9 yards per game, but Miller’s passing attack is equally potent, with 275.3 yards per game.
• Receiving Yards per Game: Tivy racks up 307.4 receiving yards per game, while Miller is right behind with 275.4 yards per game.

Total Yards per Game: Tivy gains 468.5 total yards per game, while Miller comes in with 459.1 total yards per game, showing a slight edge for Tivy in total offensive yardage.

Defensive Stats:

• Tackles per Game: Both teams are tied with an average of 90.9 tackles per game, showcasing their defensive tenacity.
• Sacks per Game: Miller has a more aggressive defense with 3.2 sacks per game, compared to Tivy’s 1.7 sacks per game.

Points per Game: Miller leads in this category with 50.6 points per game, significantly outpacing Tivy’s 39.1 points per game.

Key Players and Stat Leaders

Each team features standout players who have been instrumental in their respective successes this season.

• Tivy:
  • Aiden Zavala: Leads Tivy with 68.8 rushing yards per game.
  • Seth Shuler: An essential part of the passing game, with 223.2 passing yards per game.
  • President Calamaco: A key receiving threat with 84.2 receiving yards per game.
  • Rocky Deleon: A defensive leader, averaging 11.4 tackles per game.
• Miller:
  • Broderick Taylor: Leads the team with 136.6 rushing yards per game.
  • Trevor Long: The driving force in Miller’s passing attack, averaging 272.0 passing yards per game.
  • Eathan Vela: Top receiver for Miller, with 100.5 receiving yards per game.
  • Delson Cavaness: Also contributes heavily to the defensive effort with 11.4 tackles per game.

Miller’s leaders have contributed significantly to the team’s success, particularly with strong rushing and passing performances, as well as defensive stability.

Head-to-Head and Record Breakdown

• Tivy’s Record:
  • Overall: 6-4
  • District: 3-3
  • Home: 3-2
  • Away: 3-2
  • Neutral: 0-0
  • In-State: 6-4
• Miller’s Record:
  • Overall: 8-2
  • District: 5-0
  • Home: 3-1
  • Away: 5-0
  • Neutral: 0-1
  • In-State: 8-2

Miller has a perfect record in district play, while Tivy has been competitive but faces a tougher district schedule.

Conclusion

Miller stands out as the stronger team heading into the latter part of the season, particularly with their undefeated district performance and superior scoring. However, Tivy has shown resilience, especially on offense, and remains competitive in all areas. As both teams continue their campaigns, the matchups between Tivy and Miller could prove pivotal for playoff positioning.