The Palisade varsity football team from Colorado will play a neutral-site playoff game against Severance on Friday, November 15, at 6:00 PM in Palisade. This matchup is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs for Class 3A.

Severance vs Palisade High School Football Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Severance vs Palisade
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Severance vs Palisade

The Palisade Bulldogs (8-2) will take on the Severance Silver Knights (4-6) in a Class 3A playoff matchup on Friday, November 15, at 6:00 PM in a neutral-site game in Palisade. As both teams enter the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs with contrasting seasons, this game promises an intriguing contest between Severance’s resilience and Palisade’s strong offensive and defensive form.

Rankings and Records

Palisade has had a standout season, finishing with an 8-2 record and an undefeated 4-0 league record. Ranked 39th in the state and 6th in Class 3A, the Bulldogs are known for their powerful home record, winning all six home games. They have a solid win percentage of .800, scoring a total of 331 points and allowing only 130.

Severance, meanwhile, has had a more challenging season, holding a 4-6 record and a 2-3 mark in league play. They rank 62nd in the state and 12th in Class 3A. Severance enters the game with a .400 win percentage and has scored 148 points this season, with 147 points allowed—a near-even score differential that suggests the Silver Knights can put up a fight.

Team Scoring Averages

Palisade’s offense is known for its productivity, with an average of 33.1 points per game. The Bulldogs tend to build a strong lead early, averaging 12.6 points in the second quarter, and maintain their momentum through the rest of the game.

Severance, by comparison, averages 14.8 points per game, often finding their rhythm in the fourth quarter where they score an average of 5.1 points. Their slower scoring pace will need to accelerate against Palisade’s more potent offense.

Offensive Comparison

Palisade has a substantial edge in offensive yardage, averaging 319.1 yards per game, with 277.1 of those yards coming from the ground. Severance, on the other hand, averages 141.9 total yards per game, with 138.0 rushing yards but minimal passing production at 3.9 yards per game. This limited passing game could pose a challenge as Severance faces a Palisade team with a more balanced offensive approach.

Key Players to Watch

For Severance, running back #2 Ian Pennock is a workhorse, averaging 103.5 rushing yards per game and contributing the majority of the Silver Knights’ offensive yards. Quarterback #9 Karson Panas averages 30.0 passing yards, but Severance’s offense relies primarily on the ground game. On defense, #45 Kaisen Falcetti leads with 10.8 tackles per game, while #22 Ryan Myers contributes 0.4 sacks per game.

Palisade’s offense is led by #3 Easton Embrey, who averages 73.4 rushing yards per game and 76.4 total yards per game. Quarterback #7 Branson Springer adds 42.0 passing yards per game, giving the Bulldogs a versatile offense. Defensively, #23 Michael Kemmis averages 8.6 tackles per game, and #10 Keden Everett leads in sacks with 0.8 per game.

Defensive Matchup

Palisade’s defense has been impressive, allowing an average of only 13 points per game. Severance’s defense allows just over 14 points per game but will face a much tougher offense in Palisade. Severance’s higher tackle rate, averaging 84.1 tackles per game compared to Palisade’s 70.0, will be crucial as they aim to contain the Bulldogs’ offensive plays.

Playoff Momentum

This will be the first playoff game for both teams this season, but Palisade’s experience and home advantage position them as the favorites. Severance will need to bring their best effort and capitalize on every opportunity to stay competitive in this challenging matchup.

Game Outlook

Palisade’s dominant rushing game and solid defense make them the team to beat, but Severance’s determination and hard-nosed style could keep them in the game. The Silver Knights will look to disrupt Palisade’s rhythm early, while the Bulldogs aim to establish a commanding lead.

Can Severance’s defense rise to the occasion, or will Palisade’s high-powered offense continue its successful run? Fans can expect an intense battle under the Friday night lights as these two teams clash for a chance to advance in the Class 3A playoffs.