The Pieper High School varsity football team (San Antonio, TX) will play a neutral-site playoff game against Flour Bluff (Corpus Christi, TX) today at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 5A Division 1 tournament.

Pieper vs Flour Bluff Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Pieper vs Flour Bluff
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D1
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Game preview: Pieper vs Flour Bluff

As the 2024-25 high school football season reaches its peak, two powerhouse teams in Texas are making waves in their respective divisions: Flour Bluff and Pieper. With their impressive records and standout performances, both teams have earned a spot among the state’s elite. Here’s a closer look at how these teams stack up against each other heading into what promises to be an exciting matchup.

Team Records and Rankings

Flour Bluff (10-1 overall, 7-1 district) is ranked 263rd in the state and 38th in its division. Their overall performance has been impressive, posting a solid 90.9% win rate, with an 87.5% win percentage in district play. The team has been dominant at home with a 6-0 record, while holding a 4-1 mark on the road. With 507 points scored and just 143 points allowed, Flour Bluff has showcased a potent offense and a tough defense.

On the other side, Pieper (11-0 overall, 7-0 district) is undefeated and has claimed the top spot in their district with a perfect 1.000 district win percentage. Ranked 67th in the state and 10th in its division, Pieper has been nearly unstoppable. Their offensive firepower has helped them outscore opponents 553 to 247, averaging 50.3 points per game. Pieper’s balanced game plan is evident, with strong performances both at home (5-0) and away (5-0).

Scoring Averages and Key Performances

Flour Bluff has been efficient in their scoring strategy, averaging 46.1 points per game, with their best quarter being the first, where they score 17.1 points on average. The second half of their games shows a drop in scoring, with 10.2 points in the third quarter and 6.8 points in the fourth, reflecting some possible struggles in closing out games.

Pieper, meanwhile, boasts an average of 50.3 points per game, with their scoring consistently distributed across the first three quarters. They average 16.6 points in the second quarter, the highest of any period for them, while their first quarter average of 13.6 points is solid. Pieper has maintained a consistent offensive attack, particularly in the first half of games.

Team Stat Comparison

Both teams feature potent offenses with notable differences in their yardage metrics:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Flour Bluff averages 153.4 yards, while Pieper edges them out with 162.0 yards.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Flour Bluff has a slight edge, averaging 302.3 yards, while Pieper averages 310.3 yards.
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Pieper leads here as well, with 307.3 yards compared to Flour Bluff’s 292.1 yards.
• Total Yards Per Game: Pieper also leads this category, with 472.3 total yards per game, compared to Flour Bluff’s 455.6.

Both teams are defensively sound, with Flour Bluff averaging 66.0 tackles per game and Pieper slightly ahead at 68.4. Pieper also has the edge in pancake blocks with 72, showing their dominance in the trenches.

Key Players

Flour Bluff’s Key Contributors:

• Tylor Simpson is the standout rusher for Flour Bluff, averaging 53.6 yards per game.
• Jayden Paluseo leads the passing attack with an impressive 294.4 yards per game, contributing to Flour Bluff’s robust aerial game.
• Andre Mimms has been Flour Bluff’s top receiving threat, averaging 102.8 yards per game.

Pieper’s Key Contributors:

• Brady Hopper leads the rushing game with an average of 54.2 yards per game.
• Cayden Keeth directs the passing offense, averaging 288.7 yards per game.
• Isaiah Champagne is the top receiver, with 102.2 yards per game, and he also leads Pieper in points scored per game at 8.7.

Head-to-Head Matchup

In a direct comparison of their records, both teams are undefeated in league play. Flour Bluff’s only loss came outside of district play, while Pieper has navigated their entire schedule flawlessly. However, both teams have shown resilience, and with their respective home/away splits, this matchup promises to be a thrilling contest.

Conclusion

Flour Bluff and Pieper stand as two of the most dominant high school football teams in Texas this season. With both teams excelling offensively and defensively, their head-to-head matchup is likely to be a high-scoring affair. Flour Bluff will rely on their balanced offense and tough defense, while Pieper looks to continue their perfect run with their explosive scoring attack and solid all-around performance.

Fans of high school football should be excited to see which team emerges as the top contender as both teams continue their quest for state glory.