The Atholton Raiders (7-2) will host the Mt. Hebron Vikings (3-6) in a home playoff game today at 6 p.m. The matchup, taking place at Atholton High School in Columbia, MD, is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets for the MPSSAA 3A tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Atholton Raiders (MD) vs Mt. Hebron Vikings (MD)
When: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 3A
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How can I watch Maryland High School Football?
You can watch Maryland high school football live and on-demand through the NFHS Network. There are several ways to stream games:
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To watch, simply log in, subscribe, and choose the event you’d like to stream. An NFHS Network subscription costs $79.99, or you can pay monthly for $11.99 per month.
The NFHS Network does not offer a free trial. However, the subscription gives you access to not only live high school football games but also other sports, highlights, replays, and events like graduations.
Top 25 MD High School Football Rankings
The Maryland high school football rankings feature some dominant teams this season. St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) leads with a strong 7-3 record and a 81.30 rating, highlighting their superiority in strength and play. Archbishop Spalding (Severn) remains undefeated at 10-0 with a 71.50 rating, closely followed by DeMatha (Hyattsville) at 8-1, securing a solid 66.10 rating. Other top-ranked teams include Riverdale Baptist and Gonzaga, showcasing strong performances. Notably, Our Lady of Good Counsel and McDonogh see a shift in rankings, reflecting competitive adjustments.
View full rankings on MaxPreps
| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/– |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) | 7-3 | 81.30 | 66.7 | — |
| 2 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | 10-0 | 71.50 | 33.0 | — |
| 3 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | 8-1 | 66.10 | 37.8 | — |
| 4 | Riverdale Baptist (Upper Marlboro) | 6-0 | 55.40 | 25.7 | — |
| 5 | Gonzaga (Washington) | 6-3 | 50.00 | 33.4 | — |
| 6 | Our Lady of Good Counsel (Olney) | 5-4 | 49.30 | 43.5 | +1 |
| 7 | McDonogh (Owings Mills) | 8-1 | 49.30 | 29.6 | -1 |
| 8 | Calvert Hall (Baltimore) | 6-3 | 43.80 | 32.5 | — |
| 9 | St. John’s (Washington) | 5-3 | 42.90 | 32.1 | — |
| 11 | St. Mary’s Ryken (Leonardtown) | 7-1 | 36.30 | 12.9 | — |
| 12 | Quince Orchard (Gaithersburg) | 9-0 | 35.20 | 3.6 | +2 |
| 13 | Paint Branch (Burtonsville) | 8-0 | 32.10 | 2.8 | -1 |
| 14 | Linganore (Frederick) | 9-0 | 32.00 | 1.1 | +1 |
| 15 | Patuxent (Lusby) | 9-0 | 31.00 | -0.8 | +2 |
| 16 | Wise (Upper Marlboro) | 8-1 | 29.60 | -2.2 | — |
| 17 | Loyola Blakefield (Towson) | 5-5 | 28.80 | 32.6 | +2 |
| 18 | Milford Mill Academy (Baltimore) | 8-1 | 28.40 | -0.9 | -5 |
| 19 | Arundel (Gambrills) | 8-1 | 26.80 | -2.6 | +7 |
| 20 | Decatur (Berlin) | 9-0 | 26.60 | -7.8 | -2 |
| 21 | Bishop McNamara (Forestville) | 3-4 | 26.50 | 35.8 | -1 |
| 22 | Gilman (Baltimore) | 3-6 | 25.60 | 33.6 | -1 |
| 23 | Mount St. Joseph (Baltimore) | 4-6 | 24.20 | 34.4 | -1 |
| 24 | Georgetown Prep (North Bethesda) | 6-2 | 23.90 | 13.3 | — |
| 25 | Northwest (Germantown) | 7-2 | 23.20 | -0.9 | -2 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings
The high school football national rankings spotlight top teams across several states. Mater Dei (Santa Ana, CA) remains at No. 1 with an unbeaten record. Georgia teams show strong representation, with Milton and Carrollton at Nos. 2 and 6, respectively, both undefeated. Texas powerhouses like Duncanville, North Shore, and Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV) are also top contenders. Notably, St. Frances Academy (Baltimore, MD) moved up significantly to rank 17, gaining 11 spots. California and Texas each have several teams in the top 25, showcasing their states’ football strength.
View full rankings on MaxPreps
| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 2 | Milton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 3 | Duncanville | TX | 7-0 | +1 |
| 4 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 8-1 | +1 |
| 5 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 6-1 | +1 |
| 6 | Carrollton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 7 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 8-0 | +1 |
| 8 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 8-1 | -6 |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 9-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 8-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 9-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 8-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 9-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 8-0 | — |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 16 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 8-2 | +1 |
| 17 | St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) | MD | 6-3 | +11 |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 8-1 | — |
| 19 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 7-1 | -3 |
| 20 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 9-1 | -1 |
| 21 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 7-1 | -1 |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 7-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 6-2 | — |
