The Muskogee (OK) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Putnam City (Oklahoma City, OK) on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Oklahoma High School Football Playoff Brackets for the OSSAA Class 6A-II tournament.
Muskogee vs Putnam City Football Game Info:
What: Oklahoma High School Football
Who: Muskogee vs Putnam City
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 Oklahoma High School Football Playoff Brackets: OSSAA – Class 6A-II
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Game preview: Muskogee vs Putnam City
As the high school football season draws closer to its climax, two teams stand out in Oklahoma Class 6A: Putnam City and Muskogee. The upcoming matchup between these two teams offers a fascinating contrast in records, statistics, and playing styles. Here’s a breakdown of both teams, comparing their performance, leaders, and statistics.
Putnam City (24-25 Record: 7-4)
Putnam City has had a solid season with a record of 7-4 overall, including a 4-3 district record. Their home record stands at 4-2, while they’ve managed 3-2 on the road. This gives the team a winning percentage of .636 and a district percentage of .571. They have scored 328 points over the course of the season, while allowing 184.
Scoring Breakdown:
- First Quarter: 9.5 points
- Second Quarter: 13.2 points
- Third Quarter: 4.7 points
- Fourth Quarter: 4.3 points
- Total Points Per Game: 29.8
Putnam City’s offense is balanced with a strong air and ground game, averaging 157.1 rushing yards per game and 158.2 passing yards. They rack up 315.3 total yards per game. Defensively, they average 62.2 tackles per game and 4.7 sacks per game.
Key Players:
- Rodgerick Sloan: 77.8 rushing yards per game
- Denymn Friday: 129.8 passing yards per game
- Savion James: 56.9 receiving yards per game
Muskogee (24-25 Record: 10-0)
Muskogee has had an outstanding season, maintaining an undefeated record of 10-0, with a perfect 7-0 district record. Their home record is flawless at 5-0, and they are also perfect on the road, going 5-0. With a winning percentage of 1.000, Muskogee has dominated both at home and away. They’ve scored 499 points while allowing just 151.
Scoring Breakdown:
- First Quarter: 15.8 points
- Second Quarter: 15.2 points
- Third Quarter: 9.5 points
- Fourth Quarter: 8.0 points
- Total Points Per Game: 49.9
Muskogee’s offense is explosive, averaging 268.0 rushing yards per game and 208.5 passing yards. Their total yardage averages a remarkable 476.5 per game. Defensively, they average 81.4 tackles per game and just 1.9 sacks per game.
Key Players:
- Pj Wallace: 140.2 rushing yards per game
- Jamarian Ficklin: 202.8 passing yards per game
- Ondraye Beasley: 75.9 receiving yards per game
Common Opponents
Both Putnam City and Muskogee share a 3-0 record against common opponents this season. In their games against teams such as Putnam City West, Putnam City North, and Bartlesville, both teams have shown dominance. Notably, both teams defeated Putnam City West (43-0 by Putnam City and 51-0 by Muskogee), and both triumphed over Bartlesville (26-14 for Putnam City and 55-0 for Muskogee).
Key Stats Comparison
| Stat Category | Putnam City | Muskogee |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 157.1 | 268.0 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 158.2 | 208.5 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 315.3 | 476.5 |
| Tackles Per Game | 62.2 | 81.4 |
| Sacks Per Game | 4.7 | 1.9 |
| Points Per Game | 29.8 | 49.9 |
Head-to-Head and Playoff History
While there is no direct head-to-head matchup this season between Putnam City and Muskogee, both teams are undefeated against common opponents. Additionally, both teams have enjoyed successful playoff runs in the past, but Muskogee’s perfect record this season gives them the upper hand in terms of momentum heading into any postseason play.
Final Thoughts
Putnam City enters the matchup with a solid, well-rounded offense and a dependable defense, but Muskogee’s high-scoring, dynamic playstyle has propelled them to an undefeated season. With Muskogee’s ability to score quickly and efficiently, and Putnam City’s grit and balanced approach, this could be a thrilling contest should these two teams meet in the playoffs. The matchup promises to be a showcase of contrasting styles, with Muskogee’s explosive offense facing off against Putnam City’s steady, multifaceted attack.
