Loveland vs. Kings (Ohio) High School Football Game Preview, Rosters, and Record Breakdown – 9/5/2025

High School Football

The Loveland Tigers (0-2) head to Kings Mill to face the Kings Knights (2-0) in a conference clash on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Kings has surged to a top-250 national ranking after a statement win over Winton Woods, while Loveland is still searching for their first victory of the season.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Loveland (OH) @ Kings (Kings Mill, OH)

  • Date & Time: Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM

  • Location: Kings High School, Kings Mill, OH

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Loveland Tigers (0-2)

Loveland enters still winless, ranked #2,964 nationally and #182 in Ohio. The Tigers have been competitive at times, averaging 19.5 PPG, but defensive struggles (allowing 62 points in two games) have put them in early holes. Their offense shows first-half promise, but production fades late, as they’ve yet to score in the fourth quarter this season.

  • 2025 Record: 0-2

  • National Rank: #2,964

  • State Rank (OH): #182

  • Division Rank: #40

  • Key to Win: Limit turnovers, finish drives in the red zone, and avoid falling behind early against Kings’ high-powered offense.

Projected Impact Players:

  • #2 Evan Hall – QB (dual-threat, leader of passing attack)

  • #5 Mason Clark – RB/DB (speed in open field)

  • #7 Jordan Taylor – WR (deep ball target, kickoff returner)

  • #10 Dylan Brooks – LB (defensive anchor)

  • #54 Ryan Johnson – OL/DL (line enforcer)

Kings Knights (2-0)

Kings has burst out of the gate with two straight wins, highlighted by a 16-14 upset of Winton Woods. Ranked #229 nationally and #17 in Ohio, the Knights boast one of the state’s most balanced teams, averaging 29 PPG while giving up just 10.5 PPG. Kings has proven they can win both shootouts and defensive battles, making them a tough matchup for any opponent.

  • 2025 Record: 2-0

  • National Rank: #229

  • State Rank (OH): #17

  • Division Rank: #6

  • Key to Win: Keep defensive intensity high, establish the run early, and force Loveland into passing situations where Kings’ secondary thrives.

Projected Impact Players:

  • #4 Carter Evans – QB (poised playmaker, efficient passing)

  • #12 Tyler Morgan – RB (downhill runner, short-yardage weapon)

  • #9 Chase Walters – WR (big-play ability, 1st down machine)

  • #21 Eli Daniels – LB (defensive leader, sideline-to-sideline)

  • #55 Logan Price – OL/DL (controls the trenches)

Rankings & Records

Team National Rank State Rank Div. Rank 2025 Record PF PA
Loveland Tigers #2,964 #182 #40 0-2 39 62
Kings Knights #229 #17 #6 2-0 58 21
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