he Lowndes (Valdosta, GA) varsity football team will host North Paulding (Dallas, GA) in a home playoff game today at 8:00 p.m. at Lowndes High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A tournament.

North Paulding vs Lowndes High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: North Paulding vs Lowndes
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 8:00p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A
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Game Preview: North Paulding vs Lowndes

The Lowndes (Valdosta, GA) varsity football team will face North Paulding (Dallas, GA) in a crucial home playoff game tonight at 8:00 p.m. at Lowndes High School. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 6A tournament.

Team Overview:

North Paulding enters the game with a 6-4 overall record and a 3-3 mark in the region. The team has shown a balanced attack this season, with an average of 26.2 points per game. Offensively, the Panthers rely on a strong rushing attack, averaging 215.8 yards per game, and a capable passing game led by senior quarterback Tyler Niehr, who has thrown for an average of 153.2 yards per game. The team’s defensive strength comes from linebacker Marcus Roach, who leads the team with 9.0 tackles per game.

On the other hand, Lowndes, ranked as the No. 7 team in Georgia, boasts a dominant 9-1 record, including an impressive 8-0 mark at home. The team has averaged 37.4 points per game, with a balanced offensive game plan that averages 222.7 rushing yards per game and 164.5 passing yards per game. Senior quarterback Jayce Johnson has been exceptional, passing for 148.1 yards per game, while the ground game is anchored by Aalim Brown, who averages 82.2 rushing yards per game. The defense has been stifling, led by Landen Wright, who averages 8.3 tackles per game, and Montel Hundley, who leads the team with 0.6 sacks per game.

Key Matchup:

The game is set to be a battle of contrasting strengths. North Paulding’s ability to run the ball with James Skelly (106.7 rushing yards per game) will be tested by Lowndes’ solid defensive front. The Lowndes defense, which has allowed only 127 points all season, will be looking to stifle North Paulding’s offense and force them into passing situations, where they average 153.2 passing yards per game.

Meanwhile, Lowndes’ offensive attack, led by the dual-threat capability of Jayce Johnson and a powerful rushing attack, will challenge the North Paulding defense, which has allowed an average of 26.4 points per game. Lowndes’ depth, with several key players like Jaylin Carter and Marvis Parrish, gives them the edge on both sides of the ball.

Scoring Breakdown:

• North Paulding has averaged 26.2 points per game, with a strong finish to the game (7.6 points in the 4th quarter).
• Lowndes, however, has been a second-half powerhouse, averaging 20.1 points in the 2nd quarter and 37.4 points overall.

Record Comparison:

• North Paulding: 6-4 overall, 3-3 in region play, 3-2 at home, 3-2 away.
• Lowndes: 9-1 overall, 4-1 in region play, 8-0 at home, 1-1 away.

This game promises to be a thrilling playoff showdown, with Lowndes looking to continue their dominant season and North Paulding seeking to pull off an upset on the road. With Lowndes’ home-field advantage and balanced offensive attack, they will be the favorites, but North Paulding’s resilience and playmaking ability could keep them in the game.

Kickoff is at 8:00 p.m., and fans can expect an intense, high-energy matchup as both teams battle for a spot in the next round of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoffs.