Two undefeated North Carolina programs collide on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM, as Northern Nash (Rocky Mount, NC) travels to face Cleveland (Clayton, NC) in a highly anticipated non-conference showdown. Both the Knights and the Rams are off to dominant 2-0 starts, setting up one of the premier Week 3 matchups in the state.
Game Details
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Matchup: Northern Nash (NC) @ Cleveland (NC)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:30 PM
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Location: Cleveland High School, Clayton, NC
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Northern Nash Knights
Northern Nash comes in at 2-0, showing balance on both sides of the ball with 66 points scored and just 27 allowed. Ranked #31 in North Carolina and #7 in Class, the Knights are efficient offensively and physical defensively, giving them the tools to challenge Cleveland in this marquee matchup.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #1,389
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State Rank (NC): #31
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Class Rank: #7
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Key to Win: Maintain their steady offensive rhythm while putting pressure on Cleveland’s high-powered offense with defensive stops.
Main Squad
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#10 Myles Eatmon – RB (98.5 rushing yards per game)
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#6 Hylan Wheeler – QB (107.5 passing yards per game, 109.5 total yards per game)
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#11 Kamren Freeman – WR (42.5 receiving yards per game)
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#9 Caleb Mayfield – LB (14.5 tackles per game)
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#75 Tollie West IV – DL (1.0 sacks per game)
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#2 Jordan Scott – DB/WR
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#5 Mason Taylor – WR/CB
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#56 Elijah Reed – OL/DL
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#12 Landon Perry – LB
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#20 Chris Williams – RB/DB
Cleveland Rams
The Rams have been dominant to start 2025, outscoring opponents 112-32 through two games. Ranked #11 in North Carolina and #6 in Class, Cleveland boasts one of the most explosive offenses in the state, averaging 56 points per game, while their defense has stiffened in key moments. Playing at home, the Rams are eager to make a statement against another unbeaten contender.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #555
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State Rank (NC): #11
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Class Rank: #6
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Key to Win: Use their explosive offensive playmakers to build an early lead and force Northern Nash out of its balanced attack.
Main Squad
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#10 Owen Hulbert – QB (166.0 passing yards per game, 191.0 total yards per game)
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#0 Kaleb Ferrell – RB (92.0 rushing yards per game)
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#2 Krisjon Clark – WR (115.0 receiving yards per game)
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#23 Markus Medley – LB (9.0 tackles per game)
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#9 Jaylen King – DL (1.5 sacks per game)
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#34 Brody Barnes – WR/RB (10.5 points per game)
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#3 Jaden Wallace – DB/WR
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#77 Cameron Brooks – OL/DL
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#15 Dylan Hayes – LB
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#8 Ryan Cooper – TE/DE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall Record |
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| Northern Nash | 1,389 | 31 | 7 | 2-0 |
| Cleveland | 555 | 11 | 6 | 2-0 |
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