The 2025 high school football season continues with an exciting non-conference matchup as Rabun Gap-Nacoochee (Rabun Gap, GA) travels north to face Washington (Massillon, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Eagles are looking for their first win of the season, while the Tigers aim to build momentum at home.
Game Details
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Matchup: Rabun Gap-Nacoochee Eagles @ Washington Tigers
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Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Washington High School, Massillon, OH
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Rabun Gap-Nacoochee Eagles
The Eagles have had a challenging start, opening the season 0-2 despite showing flashes of offensive potential. Ranked #55 nationally and #7 in Georgia, Rabun Gap is known for its passing attack led by Gavin Owens, but the defense has struggled to contain opponents. A road trip to Ohio provides a tough test, but also an opportunity to prove themselves against a storied program.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #55
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State Rank (GA): #7
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Key to Win: Execute offensively through the air, protect the football, and tighten defensive gaps.
Main Squad:
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Gavin Owens – QB (#5) – Team’s offensive engine, averaging 205 passing yards and 225 total yards per game.
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Jordan Lindo – RB (#25) – Reliable rusher, 29 yards per game.
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Walker Bryson – WR (#2) – Primary target, 91 receiving yards per game.
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Owen Madden – LB (#28) – Defensive leader with 19 tackles per game.
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Praise Chane – WR/ATH (#7) – Red-zone option, averaging 1 point per game.
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Elijah Brown – DB – Key in secondary coverage.
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Marcus Green – DL – Run stopper in the trenches.
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Isaiah Price – WR/DB – Versatile two-way player.
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Kendrick Harris – OL/DL – Veteran presence on both lines.
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Tyson Reed – WR – Speed threat on the perimeter.
Washington Tigers
The Tigers enter at 1-1, ranked #269 nationally and #19 in Ohio, with one of the most respected football traditions in the state. After splitting their first two games, Washington has shown balance on both sides of the ball, scoring 71 points while holding opponents to 43. With home-field advantage and a disciplined roster, the Tigers will look to extend Rabun Gap’s losing streak.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #269
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State Rank (OH): #19
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Division Rank: #6
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Key to Win: Establish early momentum at home, force turnovers, and sustain long drives.
Main Squad:
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Darius Jackson – QB – Emerging passer with poise under pressure.
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Malik Carter – RB – Ground-game leader capable of breaking big runs.
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Ethan Wright – WR – Dependable receiver with big-play potential.
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Jaylen Moore – WR/DB – Two-way contributor.
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Logan Thomas – LB – Defensive anchor with tackling consistency.
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Chris Daniels – DL – Physical presence at the line of scrimmage.
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Anthony White – DB – Key defender against Rabun Gap’s passing attack.
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Jeremiah Scott – OL/DL – Veteran lineman who sets the tone up front.
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Kameron Hill – RB/WR – Versatile offensive weapon.
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Tyrell Brooks – LB – Physical run defender in the second level.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| Rabun Gap-Nacoochee | #55 | #7 (GA) | — | 0-2 |
| Washington | #269 | #19 (OH) | #6 | 1-1 |
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