West Geauga Hosts Hubbard as Ohio Playoff Matchups Take Shape

West Geauga hosts Hubbard after narrowly missing a bye; the Wolverines lean on a strong defense and a rushing attack led by Anthony Dzurilla, while Hubbard counters with 1,295-yard back Antonio Burkley. Hawken’s passing game, led by Tanner Brandt, faces a Howland team enjoying its best season in years and featuring explosive receiver Carter Nielsen. North, seeking its first playoff victory, brings a record-setting, run-heavy offense against Brush, which has a more balanced attack and Louisville-bound defensive end Munir Lewis. Avon Lake, revived after an 0-3 start, hosts Waite and will need to contain 1,000-yard rusher Carl Foard and win the line of scrimmage. North Olmsted brings a prolific rushing game to face Findlay, with the Eagles’ depth and ability to sustain their two-way players likely to be tested on the road.