The 2025 Minnesota high school football season continues Thursday night as the Moorhead Spuds host the Rogers Royals in a non-conference matchup. Both teams look to open their seasons strong, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 PM at Moorhead High School.
Game Details
- Matchup: Rogers (Rogers, MN) vs Moorhead (Moorhead, MN)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Moorhead High School, Moorhead, MN
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Rogers Royals
The Royals enter the 2025 season ranked #2,637 nationally, #38 in Minnesota, and #11 in their class. Rogers will look to use its balanced attack and disciplined play to challenge a tough Moorhead team on the road.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #2,637
- State Rank: #38 (MN)
- Class Rank: #11
- Strengths: Balanced roster, disciplined defense, offensive efficiency
- Key to Win: Sustain long drives and limit big plays defensively
Moorhead Spuds
The Spuds open the season ranked #1,302 nationally, #8 in Minnesota, and #2 in their class. With strong depth and home-field advantage, Moorhead will look to establish itself early as a state contender.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #1,302
- State Rank: #8 (MN)
- Class Rank: #2
- Strengths: Depth, physical defense, home-field advantage
- Key to Win: Control the tempo and dominate the line of scrimmage
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers Royals | 2,637 | 38 (MN) | 11 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Moorhead Spuds | 1,302 | 8 (MN) | 2 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.