The Montezuma Wheelers Braves (9-1) varsity football team will face off against the undefeated Lenox Tigers (10-0) in a highly anticipated neutral playoff game today. This matchup is part of the 2024 Iowa High School Football Playoff Brackets: IAHSAA – 8-Man tournament, promising an exciting clash between two strong teams.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Iowa High School Football
Who: Montezuma Wheelers Braves (IA) vs Lenox Tigers (IA)
When: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 Iowa High School Football Playoff Brackets: IAHSAA – 8-Man
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How can I watch Iowa High School Football?
You can watch Iowa high school football live and on-demand through the NFHS Network. There are several ways to stream games:
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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 IA High School Football Rankings
The latest high school football state rankings reveal a competitive landscape, led by Dowling Catholic (West Des Moines) at the top with a 9-1 record and a strong 39.60 rating. North Polk and West Lyon both boast perfect 10-0 records but have seen slight drops in their ranking positions. Ankeny and Southeast Polk made significant moves up the rankings, with Ankeny jumping eight spots. Mt. Vernon recorded the biggest leap, moving up 14 places to claim the 24th spot. Despite some teams holding unbeaten records, strength of schedule has heavily influenced overall rankings and positions.
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| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dowling Catholic (West Des Moines) | 9-1 | 39.60 | 19.1 | +4 |
| 2 | Johnston | 8-2 | 38.50 | 20.5 | +1 |
| 3 | North Polk (Alleman) | 10-0 | 38.10 | 11.0 | -1 |
| 4 | West Lyon (Inwood) | 10-0 | 38.00 | 3.0 | -3 |
| 5 | Liberty (North Liberty) | 9-1 | 37.20 | 19.0 | +2 |
| 6 | Ankeny Centennial (Ankeny) | 8-2 | 37.00 | 14.8 | +5 |
| 7 | Valley (West Des Moines) | 8-2 | 36.60 | 20.7 | +1 |
| 8 | Ankeny | 6-4 | 35.20 | 28.0 | +8 |
| 9 | Grundy Center | 10-0 | 34.80 | -5.7 | -3 |
| 10 | Decorah-North Winneshiek (Decorah) | 10-0 | 34.20 | 11.4 | — |
| 11 | Humboldt | 9-1 | 33.70 | 17.3 | +1 |
| 12 | Southeast Polk (Pleasant Hill) | 6-4 | 33.60 | 25.2 | +9 |
| 13 | Sergeant Bluff-Luton (Sergeant Bluff) | 10-0 | 33.10 | 6.9 | -9 |
| 14 | A-D-M (Adel) | 8-2 | 32.30 | 14.7 | +5 |
| 15 | Prairie City-Monroe (Monroe) | 10-0 | 32.20 | -2.8 | -2 |
| 16 | Dike-New Hartford (Dike) | 9-1 | 31.80 | -0.8 | -7 |
| 17 | Wahlert (Dubuque) | 10-0 | 31.80 | 0.6 | -2 |
| 18 | Lewis Central (Council Bluffs) | 9-1 | 31.70 | 9.7 | -1 |
| 19 | Algona | 9-1 | 31.60 | 7.4 | +4 |
| 20 | Spirit Lake | 9-1 | 31.20 | 4.6 | — |
| 21 | Independence | 8-2 | 30.70 | 12.9 | +3 |
| 22 | Pella | 9-1 | 30.10 | 9.8 | +4 |
| 23 | Gilbert | 9-1 | 29.80 | 8.5 | -1 |
| 24 | Mt. Vernon | 9-1 | 29.50 | -0.5 | +14 |
| 25 | North Fayette Valley (West Union) | 9-1 | 26.80 | 3.9 | +3 |
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.
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| # | 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 | — |
