The Thomasville (GA) Bulldogs are set to face the undefeated Dublin (GA) Fighting Irish in a crucial home playoff game tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Dublin High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class A Division I tournament, and both teams come in with impressive records on the season.

Team Records and Rankings

Thomasville enters the game with a solid 10-2 record, finishing their regular season with a 5-1 region record. The Bulldogs have been dominant at home with a 5-2 away record, showcasing their ability to compete both on the road and at home. Meanwhile, Dublin has been flawless this season, boasting a perfect 12-0 record and a 9-0 mark in region play. The Fighting Irish have yet to lose a game and have displayed powerful offense and stout defense throughout the season.

Scoring and Stats Comparison

Both teams have potent offenses, but Dublin has been particularly explosive, averaging an impressive 50.4 points per game compared to Thomasville’s 33.0. Dublin’s attack has been led by standout players like Willie Batts, who has 113.1 yards per game, and Xavier Bostic, contributing both on the ground and through the air. On the other side, Thomasville has Ant Anderson, who is their top rusher with 66.9 yards per game, and Cam Hill, their leading passer, averaging 145.3 passing yards per game.

When it comes to total yards, Dublin leads with 421.4 yards per game—a mark that’s over 100 yards higher than Thomasville’s 317.7 yards per game. This offensive strength is complemented by a solid defense that has allowed only 154 points all season.

Team Leaders

• Thomasville:
  • Ant Anderson (66.9 rushing yards per game)
  • Cam Hill (145.3 passing yards per game)
  • Si Wilson (34.6 receiving yards per game)
• Dublin:
  • Xavier Bostic (100.4 rushing yards per game)
  • Willie Batts (113.1 receiving yards per game)
  • Micah O’Neal (37.6 passing yards per game)

Common Opponents

Both teams have had success against common opponents, but Dublin has been dominant, securing victories with a stronger margin. In contrast, Thomasville has faced stiffer competition and managed to edge out wins in their respective matchups.

The Path to the Playoffs

Thomasville has earned a solid playoff spot with their balanced offensive and defensive play, while Dublin’s perfect record makes them one of the most dangerous teams in the state. The Fighting Irish have been overwhelming in all facets of the game, both offensively and defensively.

Tonight’s game will be a battle of high-scoring offense versus balanced, controlled play. Dublin’s relentless attack will be tested by the physical defense and strategy of Thomasville, setting up what promises to be an exciting playoff matchup.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Dublin High School, and fans can expect a thrilling contest as both teams fight for a spot in the next round of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoffs.