The Allen Eagles (8-3) will host the Martin Warriors (7-4) in the second round of the 2023 UIL 6A D1 Texas State Football Championships on Friday, November 17th at 7:30pm ET at Allen – Allen, TX.
What it is: Texas High School Football
Matchup: Allen Eagles vs. Martin Warriors
Time: Friday Nov 17, 2023, 7:30pm ET
Game Type: Playoffs
Bracket: 2023 UIL 6A D1 Texas State Football Championships
Round: Second Round
Locations: Allen – Allen, TX
Live Stream: Watch here
The Eagles are the favorites in this game. They have a better record than the Martin Warriors, and they are playing at home. The Eagles are also led by a high-powered offense and a solid defense.
The Allen Eagles offense is averaging 41.5 points per game. They are led by running back Micah Ellis and quarterback Brady Bricker. Ellis has rushed for 72.0 yards per game and 10 touchdowns this season, while Bricker has thrown for 143.6 yards per game and 15 touchdowns.
The Eagles defense is allowing only 21.5 points per game. They are led by linebacker Andrew King, who has 9.2 tackles per game and 3.5 sacks.
The Martin Warriors offense is averaging 35.7 points per game. They are led by running back Brooks Briggance and quarterback Harry Davidson. Briggance has rushed for 111.0 yards per game and 12 touchdowns this season, while Davidson has thrown for 87.9 yards per game and 10 touchdowns.
The Warriors defense is allowing only 32.4 points per game. They are led by linebacker Keller Webb, who has 8.4 tackles per game.
I predict that the Allen Eagles will win a close game, 38-35. The Eagles have a better offense and defense than the Martin Warriors. The Eagles are also playing at home.
The key to this game will be which team can force the other into making mistakes. Both teams have high-powered offenses, so the defense will need to come up with some big plays.
The Allen Eagles will need to pressure Davidson and force him into making mistakes. They will also need to find a way to slow down the Warriors’ rushing attack.
The Martin Warriors will need to pressure Bricker and force him into making mistakes. They will also need to find a way to slow down the Eagles’ passing attack.
I predict that the Allen Eagles will win a close game, 38-35. The Eagles have a better offense and defense than the Martin Warriors. The Eagles are also playing at home.