The Taunton (MA) varsity football team will host a non-conference game against Weymouth (South Weymouth, MA) today at 6:00 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Taunton (MA) vs Weymouth (MA)
When: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Weymouth vs. Taunton Football Teams: A Comparative Analysis for the 2024-2025 Season

The high school football teams from Weymouth and Taunton, both from Massachusetts, have shown strong performances in the 2024-2025 season. This article breaks down their rankings, records, team scoring averages, and performance against common opponents, highlighting each team’s strengths as they progress in the season.

Rankings and Records

Weymouth and Taunton hold different standings within their divisions. Weymouth ranks 46th in Massachusetts, Division 12, with an overall record of 6-3. Taunton, meanwhile, is positioned at 71st in Division 15 with an overall record of 5-4.

Key Record Highlights:

• Weymouth: With a win rate of 66.7%, Weymouth is having a solid season. They have shown strength at home, going undefeated with a 4-0 home record but are less successful on the road with a 2-3 away record.
• Taunton: Taunton has a win percentage of 55.6%, maintaining a balanced league record of 2-2. They have a strong 3-1 home record but face similar challenges as Weymouth on the road, also posting a 2-3 away record.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

The scoring data reveals each team’s offensive patterns, which may indicate their strategies and strengths.

• Weymouth: They average 27.8 points per game, with the highest average scoring in the first quarter at 8.7 points. Their offense tends to start strong, though scoring tapers off in the second half with no points on average in the fourth quarter.
• Taunton: Averaging 22.2 points per game, Taunton also demonstrates a solid start in the first quarter, scoring 10.8 points on average. Unlike Weymouth, Taunton shows some scoring resilience in the fourth quarter with an average of 5.8 points, suggesting an ability to close games with a late push.

Performance Against Common Opponents

Both teams faced Braintree and New Bedford this season, and both emerged victorious in these matchups.

• Weymouth: Defeated Braintree with a convincing 21-0 victory and shut out New Bedford 34-0, showcasing a strong defensive presence.
• Taunton: Also achieved strong victories over these teams, defeating Braintree 35-20 and New Bedford 37-7. Although they allowed some points in these games, their offensive output was impressive.

Record Breakdown

When comparing specific records, some key differences between Weymouth and Taunton emerge:

• Overall Record: Weymouth’s 6-3 record is slightly stronger than Taunton’s 5-4.
• League Performance: Weymouth holds a 2-1 league record compared to Taunton’s 2-2.
• Non-League Performance: Weymouth has a 4-1 non-league record, slightly better than Taunton’s 3-2.
• Home and Away Records: Weymouth remains undefeated at home (4-0), while Taunton is nearly as strong at home with a 3-1 record. Both teams struggle with consistency on the road, posting a 2-3 record each.

Summary

Weymouth holds an edge over Taunton in terms of overall record and scoring defense, as evidenced by their shutout victories. Taunton, however, has demonstrated an ability to finish strong, maintaining offensive output through the fourth quarter. Both teams have solidified their reputations through key victories over common opponents, and each shows unique strengths, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling matchup if they were to meet.