The 2025 Oklahoma high school football season continues with a highly anticipated non-conference matchup as the Pawnee Black Bears travel to face the Woodland Cougars on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams open their new campaigns with big expectations, and this contest will serve as an early test of strength between two top programs in their classes.
Game Details
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Matchup: Pawnee (OK) @ Woodland (Fairfax, OK)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Woodland High School, Fairfax, OK
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Pawnee Black Bears
The Black Bears enter the 2025 season with a clean slate after ranking inside the top 130 in Oklahoma last year. Known for their defensive intensity and power running attack, Pawnee will look to establish control in the trenches against a strong Woodland squad.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #7,481
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State Rank (OK): #129
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Class Rank: #7
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Key to Win: Control time of possession with a physical run game, avoid costly turnovers, and pressure Woodland’s quarterback early.
Main Squad:
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Jaxon Reed – QB
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Isaiah Brooks – RB
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Carter Johnson – WR
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Mason Hayes – LB
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Tyler Collins – DB
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Ethan Scott – OL/DL
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Nolan Price – WR/CB
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Hunter Davis – RB/LB
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Logan Ward – OL
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Caleb Foster – DL
Woodland Cougars
The Cougars begin their 2025 season at home, ranked among the top 60 teams in Oklahoma and considered one of the stronger squads in their class. With a balanced roster and solid depth, Woodland will aim to defend their home turf and set the tone for a promising season.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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National Rank: #3,298
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State Rank (OK): #57
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Class Rank: #1
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Key to Win: Use their depth to control all four quarters, create explosive plays in the passing game, and capitalize on home-field advantage.
Main Squad:
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Ryan Matthews – QB
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Brayden Ward – RB
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Colby Taylor – WR
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Hunter Scott – LB
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Nolan Davis – DB
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Mason Carter – OL/DL
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Easton Brooks – WR/CB
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Gavin Foster – RB/LB
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Wyatt Johnson – OL
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Blake Anderson – DL
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
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| Pawnee | #7,481 | #129 | #7 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Woodland | #3,298 | #57 | #1 | 0-0 | 0 | 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.
