The 2025 high school football season continues with a Columbus showdown as the Eastmoor Academy Warriors (OH) travel to face the Linden-McKinley Panthers (OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Eastmoor looks to climb above .500, while Linden-McKinley aims to extend its unbeaten start in front of its home crowd.
Game Details
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Matchup: Eastmoor Academy Warriors (Columbus, OH) @ Linden-McKinley Panthers (Columbus, OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Linden-McKinley High School, Columbus, OH
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Eastmoor Academy Warriors
The Warriors enter this matchup 1-1 overall, ranked #8,727 nationally and #501 in Ohio. They’ve averaged 30 points per game, leaning on quarterback Davell Brock and running back Chris Caldwell for offensive production. The defense, however, has allowed 62 points in two games and must tighten up to keep pace with Linden-McKinley’s attack.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #8,727
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State Rank (OH): #501
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Division Rank: #89
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Key to Win: Balance the run-pass offense while improving defensive stops in the red zone.
Main Squad:
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Davell Brock – QB
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Chris Caldwell – RB
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Emmanuel Towns – WR
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Calvin Bradley – LB
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Kameron Gather – DL
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Jeremiah Williams – OL
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William Moore – RB/LB
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Ryan Carter – WR/DB
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Ethan Johnson – DB
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Mason Lewis – WR
Linden-McKinley Panthers
The Panthers are riding high at 2-0 overall, ranked #9,502 nationally and #542 in Ohio. With a dominating 43-0 shutout of West, their defense has allowed just six points all season. Offensively, they average 25.5 points per game and thrive on a strong rushing attack. At home, Linden-McKinley will look to showcase its defensive toughness once again.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #9,502
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State Rank (OH): #542
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Division Rank: #97
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Key to Win: Keep defensive intensity high and control the clock with their ground game.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Harris – QB
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Malik Thompson – RB
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Jordan Lewis – WR
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Cameron Reed – WR/DB
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Jalen Carter – LB
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Noah Parker – DL
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Tyler Green – OL
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Xavier Moore – DB
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Brandon Scott – RB/LB
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Elijah Foster – WR
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Eastmoor Academy | 8,727 | 501 (OH) | 1-1 |
| Linden-McKinley | 9,502 | 542 (OH) | 2-0 |
Abu Sayem is a sports enthusiast and writer who enjoys sharing stories about high school athletics. He is passionate about celebrating the teamwork, dedication, and spirit of young athletes.
