The 2025 high school football season brings an early heavyweight clash as the Archbishop Shaw Eagles travel to face the Edna Karr Cougars on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both New Orleans-area powerhouses are ready to open their campaigns, with Shaw looking to make a statement and Edna Karr defending their status as one of the nation’s top programs.
Game Details
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Matchup: Archbishop Shaw (Marrero, LA) @ Edna Karr (New Orleans, LA)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Morris F.X. Jeff, Sr. Stadium, New Orleans, LA
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Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Archbishop Shaw Eagles
The Eagles open 2025 ranked #1,056 nationally and #23 in Louisiana. Known for their defensive toughness and balanced playmaking, Shaw will aim to shock the Cougars by controlling the line of scrimmage and forcing turnovers.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #1,056
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State Rank (LA): #23
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Key to Win: Slow down Edna Karr’s explosive offense, establish the run early, and win the turnover battle.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Carter – QB
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Malik Thompson – RB
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Isaiah Brown – WR
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Cameron Reed – WR/DB
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Elijah Williams – LB
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Marcus Allen – DL
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Xavier Scott – DB
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Noah Robinson – OL
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Darius Green – RB
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Anthony Lewis – TE
Edna Karr Cougars
The Cougars begin the season with national recognition, ranked #13 nationally and #1 in Louisiana. With elite talent across the board and a tradition of dominance, Edna Karr will look to start strong and showcase why they are among the state’s premier programs.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #13
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State Rank (LA): #1
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Key to Win: Maintain their high-powered offense, pressure Shaw’s backfield, and capitalize on their depth and athleticism.
Main Squad:
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Michael Turner – QB
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Elijah Thomas – RB
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Chris Johnson – WR
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Devin Harris – WR/CB
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Brandon Miller – LB
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Jeremiah Clark – DL
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Terrence Green – OL
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Andre Simmons – DB
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Caleb Wright – RB
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Christopher Evans – TE
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Archbishop Shaw | 1,056 | 23 (LA) | 0-0 |
| Edna Karr | 13 | 1 (LA) | 0-0 |
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