Game Details - Football

In the first round of the 3A State Tournament, No. 12 Carbon clashes with No. 5 Grantsville, revisiting their playoff matchup from last year where Grantsville secured a commanding 39-0 victory. Historically, Grantsville boasts a strong all-time series lead of 10-0 against Carbon. Carbon enters the playoffs with a record of (2-8, 0-6 3A South) and is currently on an eight-game losing streak. Over the season, they have managed to score 156 points while conceding 377. A highlight of their season was an early 68-6 victory over Grand. The Dinos' offensive efforts are led by Dexter Packard, who has rushed for 392 yards and 2 touchdowns. Quarterback Kayden Dunn has contributed 651 passing yards and 7 touchdowns. On the defensive side, Daxtyn Mower leads with 89 tackles, and Jordan Nichols has added 53 tackles along with 2 return touchdowns. Grantsville, holding a record of (6-4, 4-1 3A North), has won four of their last five games. They have scored 297 points and allowed 168 this season. The Cowboys have demonstrated their strength, highlighted by a 59-0 rout of Ben Lomond and a 42-7 victory at Ogden. Rigdon Murdoch has been a key player, rushing for 439 yards and 8 touchdowns, while quarterback Dallan Van Vliet has thrown for 1,165 yards and 13 touchdowns. Jordan Fawson excels as both a receiver and a defender, with 419 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, and 25 tackles along with 3 interceptions. In their previous playoff encounter, Grantsville capitalized on early scoring from players like Jayden Atkinson and maintained a steadfast defense that kept Carbon from scoring. The winner will advance to the quarterfinals on October 31 to face the winner of the game between No. 4 Juab and No. 13 Ben Lomond. Grantsville aims to continue its winning momentum and maintain its perfect record against Carbon.