The 2025 high school football season continues with another marquee non-conference showdown as King (Detroit, MI) travels to face Archbishop Hoban (Akron, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter with strong reputations—King unbeaten after its opener, while Hoban looks to build momentum at home following a 1-1 start.
Game Details
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Matchup: King (MI) @ Archbishop Hoban (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Archbishop Hoban High School, Akron, OH
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King Crusaders (Detroit, MI)
The Crusaders ride into Akron with confidence after opening their season with a dominant 32-7 win. Ranked #369 nationally but #2 in Michigan, King is determined to prove they belong among the country’s most competitive programs. Their balanced scoring attack and opportunistic defense make them a dangerous road opponent.
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2025 Record: 1-0
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National Rank: #369
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State Rank (MI): #2
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Key to Win: Maintain offensive balance while forcing Hoban into third-and-long situations.
Main Squad:
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Jayden Thompson – QB
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Malik Robinson – RB
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Tyrese Carter – WR/CB
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Xavier Johnson – WR
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Isaiah Greene – LB
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Damari Williams – DL
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DeShawn Parker – DB
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Marcus Allen – OL
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Elijah Harris – DL
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Jordan Taylor – FS
Archbishop Hoban Knights (Akron, OH)
Archbishop Hoban opened the year with a road setback but quickly rebounded at home, evening their record at 1-1. Ranked #86 nationally, #5 in Ohio, and #2 in Division play, the Knights bring championship pedigree and strong defensive depth. At home, Hoban will look to feed off crowd energy and control the trenches against a fast Detroit squad.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #86
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State Rank (OH): #5
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Division Rank: #2
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Key to Win: Establish dominance at the line of scrimmage and capitalize on King’s defensive gaps in the second half.
Main Squad:
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Michael Daniels – QB
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Andre Collins – RB
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Cameron Wright – WR
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Jordan Miller – WR/DB
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Anthony Lewis – LB
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Jeremiah Scott – DL
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Ryan Edwards – OL
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Brandon Carter – DB
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Caleb Foster – RB
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Tyrell Simmons – OLB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Overall Record |
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| King (MI) | 369 | 2 (MI) | – | 1-0 |
| Archbishop Hoban (OH) | 86 | 5 (OH) | 2 | 1-1 |
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