The Lambert varsity football team from Suwanee, GA, will host Norcross in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the “2024 GHSA Class 6A Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets” tournament.
Norcross vs Lambert High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Norcross vs Lambert
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 First Hawaiian Bank/HHSAA Football State Championships (Hawaii) – Division I-OPEN
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Norcross vs Lambert
On Friday, November 15, the Lambert Longhorns (Suwanee, GA) will host the Norcross Blue Devils in a much-anticipated Class 6A playoff matchup, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. Both teams enter the playoffs with identical 7-3 records and high hopes for advancing in the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets (GHSA).
Team Rankings and Season Records
Norcross ranks higher in the state standings, holding the #14 spot in Class 6A and #30 overall in Georgia, compared to Lambert’s #25 in Class 6A and #65 statewide. Despite the difference in rankings, both teams boast a 7-3 overall record, with Norcross standing at 5-2 in their region and Lambert at 6-1, highlighting their strong season performances and resilience in league play.
Offensive and Defensive Stats Comparison
Both teams bring powerful offenses to the field, though Lambert’s scoring advantage could play a significant role. The Longhorns average 34.8 points per game, while Norcross posts 28.7 points per game. Lambert is particularly strong in first quarters, scoring an average of 13 points, while Norcross tends to peak in the third quarter with an average of 9.3 points.
Statistically, Lambert has a slight edge in total offensive yards, averaging 355.4 yards per game (198.2 passing, 157.2 rushing) compared to Norcross’s 308.3 total yards (154.1 passing, 154.2 rushing). On defense, Norcross averages an impressive 91.1 tackles per game, nearly double Lambert’s 54.5 tackles, potentially giving them an advantage in stopping plays and limiting gains. Lambert’s pass rush is stronger, with an average of 3.0 sacks per game compared to Norcross’s 1.4.
Key Players and Team Leaders
Norcross’s offense is led by quarterback Dillon Mohammed (#7), who averages 141.6 passing yards per game and 166.9 total yards. Running back Kobe Robinson (#2) is a crucial part of their ground game, with an average of 88.6 rushing yards per game. Receiver Jahsaun Clarke (#4) is Mohammed’s primary target, with 77.9 receiving yards per game and 6.6 points per game.
Lambert’s offense is spearheaded by quarterback Ethan Daugherty (#4), who throws for an impressive 175.7 yards per game and leads with 185.3 total yards. Running back Cameron Bland (#1) is Lambert’s go-to rusher, averaging 85.7 yards per game and scoring an average of 13 points per game. Wide receiver Christian Smith (#6) complements the passing attack with an average of 72.0 receiving yards.
Defensively, Norcross’s standout player is linebacker Esias Tompkins (#9), leading the team with 11.4 tackles per game. Lambert’s Branson Brooks (#11) leads his team with 9.9 tackles per game, while defensive lineman Jett Conley (#9) adds pressure with 0.9 sacks per game.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced Mill Creek and Walton earlier in the season. Norcross split their games against these common opponents, beating Walton 41-14 but losing to Mill Creek 21-10. Lambert, on the other hand, fell short against both teams, losing 56-26 to Mill Creek and 41-10 to Walton. While these results may hint at Norcross’s slight advantage, playoff intensity and Lambert’s home-field energy could level the playing field.
Record Breakdown
Lambert holds a slight edge in home games, going 4-1 compared to Norcross’s 3-2. However, both teams are strong on the road, each with a 4-1 away record. With both teams boasting solid regional play records (Lambert at 6-1 and Norcross at 5-2), this playoff matchup will likely be a close contest.
Final Thoughts
With Norcross’s strong defense and Lambert’s explosive offense, the game promises to be a thrilling battle of strategy and stamina. Both teams are evenly matched and motivated to make a deep playoff run. Lambert will look to capitalize on home-field advantage, while Norcross aims to bring their high-energy defense to stifle the Longhorns’ attack. Football fans can expect an exciting clash as these two competitive teams fight for the chance to advance in the GHSA Class 6A playoffs.
