The Otis (CO) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Sierra Grande (Blanca, CO) today at 1 p.m. at Otis. This game is part of the “2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class A 6-Man” tournament.

Sierra Grande vs Otis High School Football Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Sierra Grande vs Otis
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class A 6-Man
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Sierra Grande vs Otis

The 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class A 6-Man tournament is heating up as Sierra Grande (Blanca, CO) faces off against Otis (CO) in a neutral site playoff game today at 1:00 p.m. With both teams having dominant seasons, this matchup promises to be an exciting and high-stakes battle.

Team Records and Performance

• Sierra Grande (24-25) comes into the game with a perfect 9-0 overall record, dominating both in league play (5-0) and non-league games (4-0). The team has been impressive on both sides of the ball, averaging 54.9 points per game and allowing 218 points. Sierra Grande’s offense has been balanced, combining a strong rushing attack with solid passing.
• Otis (24-25) has posted an impressive 10-1 overall record, with a 4-1 league record. Their offense has been explosive, averaging 58.2 points per game, and they have allowed only 139 points throughout the season. Otis’s strong performances at home (5-1) and on the road (4-0) have set them up for a strong playoff push.

Previous Matchups

Both teams have shown strong performances against common opponents:

• Sierra Grande has defeated Cheraw (46-34), Deer Trail (59-7), and Eads (50-42).
• Otis has also beaten Cheraw (62-6), Deer Trail (58-6), and Eads (69-7).

With both teams undefeated against common opponents, the game is set to be a true test of their playoff readiness.

Scoring Averages

• Sierra Grande averages 19.5 points in the first quarter, 22.8 in the second quarter, 5.3 in the third, and 10.5 in the fourth, for a total of 55.2 points per game.
• Otis has a similarly high-scoring offense, averaging 26.6 points in the first quarter, 17.5 in the second quarter, 7.7 in the third, and 5.1 in the fourth, for a total of 58.2 points per game.

Both teams have demonstrated their ability to score early, but Otis has a slight edge in terms of overall points per game.

Offensive Comparison

• Sierra Grande boasts a potent offensive attack, with 141.8 rushing yards per game and 182.6 passing yards per game. The team combines a solid rushing game with a potent passing attack led by Aron Ojeda, who averages 181.5 passing yards per game and 216.3 total yards per game. Jadyn Martinez leads the team in receiving, averaging 104.5 yards per game.
• Otis has been even more explosive, averaging 197.2 rushing yards per game and 86.5 passing yards per game. Tayte Smith leads the team in rushing with 57.1 yards per game, while Austin Hornung provides the offensive spark in the passing game, with 61.8 passing yards per game. Charlie Kendrick, a dual threat for Otis, leads the team in receiving and also contributes significantly on defense.

Defensive Comparison

• Sierra Grande averages 38.0 tackles per game and has recorded 1.9 sacks per game. The defense has been solid but will face a strong challenge from Otis’s high-powered offense.
• Otis has a slightly lower average of 36.7 tackles per game and 1.8 sacks per game, but their defense has been stout, particularly in limiting opponents’ scoring.

Key Players

• Sierra Grande’s standout player is Aron Ojeda, who leads the team in both passing yards and total yards per game. His ability to move the ball through the air, combined with a solid rushing attack from Bryant Tijerina, makes Sierra Grande a dangerous team.
• Otis will look to Tayte Smith to lead the charge on the ground, with Charlie Kendrick playing a key role in both the passing and receiving game. Austin Hornung has been reliable in the passing game, providing a dual-threat for Otis’s offense.

Record Breakdown

Here’s how both teams have performed this season:

• Sierra Grande (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 9-0
  • League Record: 5-0
  • Home Record: 5-0
  • Away Record: 4-0
  • Neutral Record: 0-0
  • Playoff Record: 1-0
• Otis (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 10-1
  • League Record: 4-1
  • Home Record: 5-1
  • Away Record: 4-0
  • Neutral Record: 1-0
  • Playoff Record: 1-0

Both teams have had excellent regular-season records, but Otis’s slightly better overall record gives them a slight edge in experience.

Conclusion

As Sierra Grande and Otis square off in the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs, the matchup promises to deliver exciting football. Sierra Grande enters the game as the undefeated team, relying on a balanced offense led by their dynamic passing and rushing attack. Otis, however, has a potent offense of its own and a stout defense that has limited opponents throughout the season.

This game will likely come down to which team can execute under pressure and make the necessary adjustments. Both squads are capable of putting up big numbers, but with Otis’s high-scoring offense and solid defense, they could edge out Sierra Grande in this high-stakes playoff game. Fans can expect a hard-fought contest as these two teams battle for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.