The Quitman (AR) varsity football team faces Prescott (AR) today at 7 p.m. in a neutral-site playoff game, part of the 2024 AAA Centennial Bank State Football Playoffs. This matchup falls within the 2024 3A Football State Bracket, with both teams competing for a chance to advance in the tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Arkansas High School Football
Who: Prescott vs Quitman
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 AAA Centennial Bank State Football Playoffs (Arkansas) – 2024 3A Football State Bracket
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Game Preview: Prescott vs. Quitman: A 2024 3A Playoff Showdown

The 2024 AAA Centennial Bank State Football Playoffs heat up tonight as the Prescott (AR) and Quitman (AR) varsity football teams square off at 7 p.m. in a neutral-site game. This matchup is part of the 2024 3A Football State Bracket, and it promises to be an exciting contest with Prescott coming in as the strong favorite.

Prescott: A Dominant Season and Explosive Offense

Prescott enters this playoff matchup with an impressive 9-1 overall record and a 6-1 conference finish. Their offensive performance has been nothing short of spectacular, averaging 45.5 points per game, led by a balanced attack that has consistently outpaced opponents. Prescott has been particularly strong in the first half, putting up 16.0 points in the first quarter and 18.8 points in the second. Although their scoring slows a bit in the second half (3.9 points in the third and 9.8 points in the fourth), their ability to build big leads early has made them a difficult team to catch once they gain momentum.

Defensively, Prescott has allowed just 129 points all season (12.9 points per game), making them one of the top defensive units in the 3A classification. With a solid defense to complement their high-powered offense, Prescott is a well-rounded team poised for a deep playoff run.

Quitman: A High-Scoring Offense, But Inconsistent Results

Quitman enters the playoffs with a 5-5 overall record and a 4-3 conference finish, showing some inconsistency throughout the season. However, they have one of the more potent offenses in the 3A classification, averaging 39.0 points per game. Quitman has shown they can score early, putting up an impressive 26.7 points in the first quarter of games. However, their scoring drops significantly in the second half, with just 3.7 points in the fourth quarter and no points in the third quarter.

Defensively, Quitman has struggled, allowing 353 points (35.3 points per game). Their defense will need to improve significantly if they hope to keep up with Prescott’s high-scoring offense. Quitman will need to find a way to slow down Prescott’s attack and generate more consistent offense throughout the game if they want to pull off an upset.

The Key to Victory

For Prescott, the key to victory will be continuing their offensive explosiveness, particularly in the first half, to build an early lead. If they can continue their high-scoring ways and maintain their defensive pressure, they should have no problem advancing to the next round.

For Quitman, the path to victory will be twofold. Offensively, they will need to find a way to keep up with Prescott’s scoring pace and capitalize on every opportunity. Defensively, Quitman must find ways to limit Prescott’s big plays and prevent them from running away with the game early.

The 2024 football season has seen both Prescott and Quitman display strong performances, but the teams have taken different paths to success. Prescott has been dominating with a stellar overall record, while Quitman has battled through both wins and losses. Here, we will break down the teams’ statistical performances to see how they compare across different aspects of the game.

Offensive Statistics

• Prescott’s Offensive Strength
  Prescott’s offense is formidable, averaging 379.7 total yards per game, with a balance between rushing, passing, and receiving. They boast a solid 242.6 rushing yards per game, led by standout rusher K. J. Page, who contributes 62.8 rushing yards per game. Their passing attack is equally impressive, with Decari Prater throwing for 119.6 passing yards per game. The team also shines in the receiving game, with Dwayne White contributing 36.3 receiving yards per game. Prescott’s offensive game is well-rounded and efficient, and their ability to generate significant yards in all phases makes them a tough team to stop.
• Quitman’s Offensive Firepower
  Quitman leads with an explosive offensive output, averaging 423.1 total yards per game, which is more than Prescott. They are particularly potent in the passing game, with Jordon Moore-Payne leading the team with an impressive 241.6 passing yards per game. Quitman also has a strong ground game, accumulating 174.7 rushing yards per game, with Moore-Payne contributing 84.9 rushing yards per game. The receiving game follows suit, with Jamare Lovelace averaging 75.3 receiving yards per game, making Quitman’s offense dynamic and multifaceted.

Both teams have high-powered offenses, but Quitman holds a slight edge in total yards and passing yards, thanks in large part to Moore-Payne’s dual-threat ability. Prescott, however, is a more balanced team in terms of rushing and passing yardage.

Defensive Statistics

• Prescott’s Defensive Efforts
  Prescott’s defense has been solid, averaging 80.9 tackles per game and 2.2 sacks per game, indicating their ability to both stop the run and put pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Mario Brownlee leads the team with 10.7 tackles per game, and Dwayne White contributes with 0.8 sacks per game. Their ability to create turnovers and pressure opposing offenses is a key factor in their success.
• Quitman’s Defensive Performance
  Quitman’s defense has been less effective overall, with 59.6 tackles per game and just 0.8 sacks per game, both of which are lower than Prescott’s. Bryson Thacker leads the team with 7.5 tackles per game, but the lack of sack production could make it difficult for them to disrupt opposing quarterbacks. However, Quitman’s defense has managed to make up for their lack of sack production by being opportunistic in other areas.

Prescott has a clear advantage on defense with more tackles and sacks per game, which could make a difference in controlling the game tempo and limiting Quitman’s offensive effectiveness.

Scoring and Offensive Output

• Prescott’s Scoring Ability
  Prescott averages a solid 45.5 points per game, showing their ability to score in bunches. Decari Prater is the primary contributor to this scoring output, averaging 8.6 points per game. Prescott’s ability to generate offense across the board—whether through the air, on the ground, or through their receivers—has led to consistently high-scoring games.
• Quitman’s Scoring Efficiency
  Quitman scores at a high rate as well, averaging 39.1 points per game. Jordon Moore-Payne is a major factor in this, averaging 12.8 points per game. Quitman’s offense has shown explosive potential, particularly in games where Moore-Payne has been able to put up big numbers both rushing and passing. While not quite matching Prescott in total scoring, Quitman is still very capable of putting points on the board.

Both teams are high-scoring offenses, but Prescott has the edge in terms of consistency, averaging more points per game than Quitman.

Record Breakdown

• Prescott’s Record (24-25)
  Prescott has enjoyed a standout season with a 9-1 overall record, including a 6-1 record in league play. They have been perfect in non-league games, holding a 3-0 record. Their 4-0 home record and 4-1 away record indicate that they can win in a variety of environments. Prescott’s strong offensive output, combined with their defense, has been the key to their success.
• Quitman’s Record (24-25)
  Quitman holds a 5-5 overall record, with a 4-3 record in league play. Their non-league performance has been mixed, with a 1-2 record. Quitman has struggled more on the road with a 2-4 away record, but they have been more successful at home, boasting a 2-1 home record. Despite a solid offensive attack, their inconsistent record shows that they have room for improvement, especially in tougher matchups.

Prescott has clearly been the more dominant team this season, with a strong record and fewer losses, while Quitman has been more inconsistent, especially in non-league games.

Common Opponents

• Prescott defeated Salem (31-22) in their only common opponent matchup, showing that they are capable of beating tough competition.
• Quitman, however, lost to Salem (68-35), a significant defeat that highlights the struggles Quitman faced against teams with high-powered offenses.

The comparison of their common opponent results (1-0 for Prescott, 0-1 for Quitman) gives Prescott a clear advantage in head-to-head matchups.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Games

• Prescott has a strong 9-1 in-state record and has not played any out-of-state games.
• Quitman has a 5-5 in-state record and similarly has not played any out-of-state games.

Prescott’s perfect in-state record stands in stark contrast to Quitman’s .500 record, further emphasizing Prescott’s consistency this season.

Conclusion

Prescott has been a dominant force this season, leading with a high-scoring offense, solid defensive efforts, and an impressive overall record. They have shown the ability to win both at home and away and have proven themselves against common opponents. Quitman, while strong offensively, especially with Jordon Moore-Payne at the helm, has been inconsistent in key areas, particularly on defense and in their record against tougher teams. Prescott’s greater balance and depth make them the clear favorite in this matchup, though Quitman has the potential to cause an upset with their explosive offense.