The Woodville (TX) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Daingerfield (TX) on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 PM at Palestine – Wildcats Stadium. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 3A Division 2 tournament.

Woodville vs Daingerfield Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Woodville vs Daingerfield
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Woodville vs Daingerfield

As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, the performances of Daingerfield and Woodville have captured the attention of fans and analysts. Both teams have put together impressive campaigns, with Daingerfield finishing the regular season with an 8-5 record and Woodville posting an outstanding 11-2 mark. While both teams share a similar district performance, the nuances of their seasons reveal distinct differences in style and execution.

Season Overview

• Daingerfield (Overall: 8-5, District: 5-1, Win %: .615) has been a solid contender, with a strong district performance that earned them a 5-1 record. They struggled at times on the road, finishing 2-3 at away games, but showed resilience with a 6-2 home record. Their offense scored 507 points while allowing 289 throughout the season.
• Woodville (Overall: 11-2, District: 5-1, Win %: .846) has been dominant, boasting a near-perfect record in both district and overall play. Their offense, producing 530 points and allowing just 182, has been highly efficient. The team excels on all fronts, with a perfect 3-0 neutral site record and an impressive 4-1 away performance.

Offensive Efficiency

While both teams boast high-scoring offenses, Woodville edges Daingerfield in terms of overall offensive output, averaging 40.8 points per game compared to Daingerfield’s 39.0. Here’s a closer look at their scoring patterns:

• Daingerfield’s scoring averages (Q1: 8.2, Q2: 15.3, Q3: 9.9, Q4: 6.2) show a strong first half, but they tend to struggle in the fourth quarter.
• Woodville’s scoring averages (Q1: 14.8, Q2: 10.4, Q3: 8.0, Q4: 4.4) are impressive early in games, though they, too, see a decrease in the final quarter. However, their lead is often sufficient to close out games with a win.

Key Players and Leaders

• Daingerfield’s leaders include:
  • Ashton Williams: 60.7 rushing yards per game.
  • Chase Johnson: 158.8 passing yards per game and 213.6 total yards per game.
  • Reign Wallace: 70.0 receiving yards per game.
  • Johnson also leads with 8.0 points per game.
• Woodville’s leaders are primarily built around their balanced offensive attack:
  • Chase Johnson is pivotal for Woodville, leading with 213.6 total yards per game.
  • While specific rushing and receiving stats aren’t listed, Woodville’s ability to maintain a high offensive output is a testament to their depth and versatility.

Rushing and Passing Comparison

• Daingerfield excels in rushing, with 155.4 rushing yards per game. This power running game is complemented by a solid passing attack, contributing 200 yards per game in the air.
• Woodville, on the other hand, focuses more on the air game with impressive passing and receiving numbers, although their rushing yards aren’t specifically listed.

Head-to-Head Record and Common Opponents

Both teams share a common opponent in De Kalb and Newton. Here’s a breakdown of the results from these matchups:

• Daingerfield played De Kalb twice, suffering a narrow 30-28 loss at home on October 4, 2024, before rebounding with a dominant 62-28 win over Newton on November 29, 2024.
• Woodville faced De Kalb and Newton as well, beating De Kalb 42-12 at home on November 29, 2024, but losing to Newton 34-15 at home on October 11, 2024.

Both teams are tied at 1-1 against their common opponents, showing that while they each have areas of strength, both teams face similar challenges when it comes to tough competition.

Conclusion

In the 2024-2025 season, both Daingerfield and Woodville have proven themselves as strong contenders in their respective districts. Woodville has showcased an impressive record and a more efficient offense overall, while Daingerfield has demonstrated resilience and power, particularly in rushing. The two teams are close competitors, and their performances against common opponents suggest that while one may lead in record, the other is never far behind.

As the playoffs approach, both teams will look to build on their successful seasons, with Woodville aiming to continue its dominance and Daingerfield hoping to capitalize on its powerful rushing attack. The future matchup between these teams could be a thrilling one to watch!