Lafayette Area IHSAA Sectional Semifinal Football Predictions

The IHSAA sectional semifinals for high school football in the Lafayette area are set for Friday, October 31. This weekend marks crucial playoff action for teams in Classes 4A-1A and the postseason debut for all 6A teams. A total of 13 matchups will take place, including a highly anticipated game featuring McCutcheon and Lafayette Jeff.

Lafayette Area IHSAA Sectional Semifinal Football Predictions

The top matchup of the week pits Lafayette Jeff against McCutcheon in the Class 5A sectional semifinals. Lafayette Jeff enters the game with an impressive record of 8-1, while McCutcheon seeks to overturn a prior defeat. The Bronchos defeated the Mavericks 42-0 earlier this season. This time, McCutcheon aims to play spoiler.

Key Players for Lafayette Jeff and McCutcheon

• Lafayette Jeff: Key players include senior defensive lineman Aaden Aytch, committed to Minnesota; senior receiver Omar Williams Jr., committed to Northern Illinois; and quarterback Trysten Barrett, a top five passer in the state.
• McCutcheon: Improvements in their gameplay come from junior quarterback Karson Smith and a strong run game led by senior ATH Keegun Rice, averaging 7.3 yards per carry.

Experts predict Lafayette Jeff will pull ahead to win the game with a final score of 49-21.

Other Notable Matchups

Harrison, with a 4-5 record, faces off against Carmel, ranked 8-1. Harrison aims for its first-ever 6A playoff victory. Notable players include senior Navy commit Jack Gonzalez for Harrison and senior quarterback Anthony Coellner for Carmel, who is committed to Troy. The prediction leans towards Carmel winning decisively, 56-7.

In 3A, Twin Lakes (8-2) will go up against Peru (3-7). Twin Lakes is fresh off a strong performance, while Peru features senior running back Isaiah Korba, who has had an impressive season. The prediction favors Twin Lakes with a score of 35-10.

Game Predictions Summary

• 5A: McCutcheon vs. Lafayette Jeff: Lafayette Jeff wins 49-21
• 6A: Harrison vs. Carmel: Carmel wins 56-7
• 3A: Twin Lakes vs. Peru: Twin Lakes wins 35-10
• 2A: Rensselaer Central vs. Bremen: Rensselaer wins 28-20
• 2A: Southmont vs. Western Boone: Southmont wins 28-22
• 1A: Frontier vs. Pioneer: Pioneer wins 34-17

As the playoffs continue, fans can expect thrilling performances and intense rivalries across the Lafayette area. The atmosphere is set for an exciting football weekend, marking the beginning of a significant chapter for many teams.