Week 3 of the 2025 Ohio high school football season brings an intriguing non-conference battle as the Eastern Eagles (Beaver, OH) travel to face the Minford Falcons (Minford, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Eastern looks to extend its unbeaten start, while Minford will try to defend its home field and climb above .500.
Game Details
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Matchup: Eastern (OH) @ Minford (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Minford High School, Minford, OH
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Eastern has opened the season 2-0, outscoring opponents 53-41. Ranked #532 in Ohio and #9,340 nationally, the Eagles have been strong in the second half, averaging nearly 20 points across the 2nd and 4th quarters. Their balanced playmaking has carried them in tight contests, and they’ll look to stay perfect on the road.
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2025 Record: 2-0
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National Rank: #9,340
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State Rank (OH): #532
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Division Rank: #47
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Key to Win: Control the tempo with consistent scoring, tighten up defensively, and pressure Minford’s offense early.
Main Squad:
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#4 Ethan Johnson – QB (team leader, passing spark)
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#21 Caleb Morris – RB (ground attack centerpiece)
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#11 Brayden Hall – WR (deep-threat target)
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#32 Logan Carter – LB (defensive captain)
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#55 Mason Parker – OL/DL (line strength)
Minford Falcons
The Falcons sit at 1-1, ranked #538 in Ohio and #9,446 nationally. They’ve scored 34 points while allowing 48, showing moments of promise but struggling with consistency. With a home crowd behind them, Minford will look to start fast — their first quarters have been their strongest, averaging over 10 points in opening frames.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #9,446
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State Rank (OH): #538
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Division Rank: #77
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Key to Win: Capitalize on early momentum, limit turnovers, and prevent Eastern from taking control in the second half.
Main Squad:
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#3 Connor Wilson – QB (offensive leader)
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#2 Landon Scott – RB (key rusher)
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#7 Zach Thompson – WR (go-to receiver)
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#44 Dylan Reed – LB (defensive anchor)
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#66 Hunter James – OL/DL (line enforcer)
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| Eastern | #9,340 | #532 (OH) | 2-0 |
| Minford | #9,446 | #538 (OH) | 1-1 |
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