The 2025 high school football season rolls on with a key non-conference matchup as Grandview Heights (Columbus, OH) travels to face Northridge (Johnstown, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both programs are hungry to prove themselves in early-season play, with Grandview Heights looking to extend its unbeaten start while Northridge aims to bounce back at home.
Game Details
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Matchup: Grandview Heights (OH) @ Northridge (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Northridge High School, Johnstown, OH
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Grandview Heights Bobcats
The Bobcats have opened their season in dominant fashion, standing 2-0 with convincing wins. Ranked #353 in Ohio and #32 in Division, Grandview Heights has leaned heavily on their rushing attack, led by standout running back Brayden Bingham, who is averaging nearly 200 yards per game. With 87 points scored and only 6 allowed through two contests, the Bobcats have showcased balance on both sides of the ball.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #5,930
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State Rank (OH): #353
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Division Rank: #32
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Key to Win: Keep feeding Bingham in the run game and continue their defensive dominance to limit Northridge’s scoring chances.
Main Squad:
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#3 Brayden Bingham – RB (198 YPG, 20 PPG)
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#1 Ty Koehler – QB (67 Passing YPG)
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#20 Colton Isler – WR (19 Receiving YPG)
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Mason Reynolds – LB
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Ethan Carter – DB
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Logan Harris – OL/DL
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Connor Blake – WR/DB
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Zach Miller – TE/DE
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Drew Lawson – OL
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Landon Price – LB
Northridge Vikings
The Vikings enter the game at 1-1, determined to defend home turf after splitting their first two contests. Ranked #526 in Ohio and #74 in Division, Northridge has shown flashes of potential but needs more consistency. They average nearly 20 points per game but have also given up 58 points in two games, an area they must tighten up. To upset the Bobcats, the Vikings will need to establish the run, manage the clock, and avoid turnovers.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #9,287
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State Rank (OH): #526
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Division Rank: #74
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with their ground game, shore up defensive gaps, and find big plays in the passing game.
Main Squad:
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Jalen Parker – QB/ST
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Isaiah Brown – RB
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Benjamin Carter Jr. – DE/OLB
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Nahmir Tucker – OLB/DE
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Karon Ali – RB/FS
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Julian Peterson – CB/RB
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Nyqir Helton – WR/CB
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Ausar Heard – OLB/WR
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Tj Maddox – WR/OLB
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Camaj Matthews – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | 2025 Record |
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| Grandview Heights | #5,930 | #353 | #32 | 2-0 |
| Northridge | #9,287 | #526 | #74 | 1-1 |
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.
