The 2025 high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as Edgewood (Madison, WI) travels to face McFarland (WI) on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The matchup will take place at McFarland High School, featuring two teams hungry to prove themselves early in the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: Edgewood (WI) @ McFarland (WI)
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Date & Time: 8/29/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: McFarland High School, McFarland, WI
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Edgewood Crusaders
The Crusaders enter this matchup with momentum after opening the season 1-0. Known for their offensive versatility and resilient defense, Edgewood will look to continue their winning ways against a McFarland team still searching for its first victory. Scoring 39 points in their opener, the Crusaders bring plenty of firepower and confidence into Week 2.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #4,434
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State Rank (WI): #115
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Key to Win: Stay aggressive offensively, establish balance in both the run and passing game, and limit turnovers to keep pressure on McFarland.
Main Squad:
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Jack Murphy – QB (Dual-threat leader, strong opener in Week 1)
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Logan Krueger – RB
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Sam Peterson – WR
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Dylan West – LB
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Cole Jensen – OL/DL
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Brady Novak – DB
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Tyler Schmitt – WR/DB
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Alex Horton – TE
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Mason Reed – K/P
McFarland Spartans
The Spartans opened the year with a tough 42-0 road loss and now return home looking to bounce back. McFarland’s strength lies in their physical play in the trenches and a defense capable of forcing key stops when needed. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Spartans will need to slow down Edgewood’s explosive offense while finding consistency on offense to turn the tide.
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2025 Record: 0-1
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National Rank: #7,944
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State Rank (WI): #226
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with the ground game, limit Edgewood’s big plays, and protect their quarterback to keep drives alive.
Main Squad:
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Aiden Collins – QB
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Ben Whitaker – RB
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Chase Donovan – WR/DB
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Ethan Mueller – LB (Defensive captain)
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Connor James – OL/DL
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Lucas Meyer – WR
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Jordan Walsh – DB
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Tyler Grant – TE/LB
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Nick Fischer – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank (WI) | Overall Record |
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| Edgewood | #4,434 | #115 | 1-0 |
| McFarland | #7,944 | #226 | 0-1 |
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