The Mead (Longmont, CO) varsity football team will host Pueblo South (Pueblo, CO) in a home playoff game today at 1 p.m. at Mead. This matchup is part of the “2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A” tournament.
Pueblo South vs Mead High School Football Game Info:
What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Pueblo South vs Mead
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Pueblo South vs Mead
Today at 1 p.m., the Pueblo South (Pueblo, CO) varsity football team will travel to face Mead (Longmont, CO) in the first round of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A tournament. This highly anticipated playoff game marks a rematch of an earlier season contest, where Mead claimed a dominant 33-14 victory.
Team Records and Rankings
Pueblo South enters the playoff game with a 6-4 record overall, boasting a .600 win percentage. They finished with a 3-2 record in league play, with notable victories against teams like Lewis-Palmer. On the other hand, Mead has been impressive this season, holding an 8-1 record and a .889 win percentage. With a 3-1 league record, Mead has shown consistency in both home and away games, securing a strong playoff berth.
Scoring Averages and Key Stats
Pueblo South has an offensive average of 35.1 points per game, largely due to a strong rushing game and solid passing attack. The team has been particularly strong in the middle quarters, putting up 15.4 points per game in the second quarter and 9.2 points in the third quarter. However, their struggles in the final quarter, where they only average 1.6 points, have been an issue in their losses.
Mead, on the other hand, scores an average of 32.3 points per game, with their most explosive quarter being the second with 11 points. They have displayed balance in both the rushing and passing game, averaging 222 rushing yards per game compared to Pueblo South’s 148.4.
Head-to-Head
Earlier in the season, Mead dominated Pueblo South in a non-conference game on August 30, 2024, with a convincing 33-14 win. Despite Pueblo South’s efforts, Mead’s offense proved too powerful, and they look to carry that momentum into today’s playoff game.
Statistical Comparison
| Stat Category | Pueblo South | Mead |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards per Game | 148.4 | 222.0 |
| Passing Yards per Game | 230.2 | 104.6 |
| Receiving Yards per Game | 230.2 | 109.8 |
| Total Yards per Game | 378.6 | 326.6 |
| Tackles per Game | 55.6 | 67.9 |
| Sacks per Game | 0.8 | 2.3 |
| Points per Game | 34.5 | 31.7 |
Key Players
For Pueblo South, Chace Hurley has been a standout with 91.6 rushing yards per game and 6.8 points per game. His ability to find space on the ground will be a critical factor in the game’s outcome. Caeden Herrera also plays a pivotal role, leading the passing attack with 227.8 passing yards per game and contributing to their overall offensive production.
On Mead’s side, Noah Chapala has been a consistent performer with 70.4 rushing yards per game and 6.0 points per game. Christian Hiner, the team’s quarterback, has also been key, passing for an average of 89.4 yards per game and contributing to the team’s balanced offense.
Playoff Implications
This game is crucial for both teams, as it determines who will move forward in the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A tournament. Pueblo South will need to adjust after their earlier season loss to Mead, while Mead will aim to maintain their momentum from a successful regular season.
Conclusion
Both teams bring strong offensive and defensive capabilities to the field, with Pueblo South looking to capitalize on their dynamic passing game and Mead relying on a more balanced offensive approach. The game will be a thrilling contest with the winner advancing in the playoff bracket, while the loser will be eliminated. All eyes will be on Mead today at 1 p.m. to see if they can extend their playoff run after a dominant regular season performance.
