The 2025 high school football season rolls on with a non-conference clash as McDowell (Erie, PA) visits Chardon (Chardon, OH) on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Hilltoppers will host at home, looking to build momentum after a 1–1 start, while the Trojans search for their first victory of the season.
Game Details
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Matchup: McDowell (PA) @ Chardon (OH)
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Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Chardon High School, Chardon, OH
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McDowell Trojans
The Trojans enter Week 3 at 0–2, struggling defensively as they’ve allowed 91 points in just two contests. Their offense has flashed early scoring ability (6 points in both first and second quarters on average), but consistency has been an issue. To pull off a road win, McDowell must finish drives and tighten up on defense.
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2025 Record: 0-2
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National Rank: #1,270
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State Rank (PA): #37
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Class Rank: #17
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Key to Win: Limit turnovers, improve defensive stands, and sustain offensive drives to keep pace with Chardon.
Main Squad:
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Alex Johnson – QB
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Carter Miller – RB
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Jaden Brown – WR
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Marcus Evans – LB
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Tyler Scott – DB
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Ethan Walker – OL/DL
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Jordan Price – WR/DB
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Daniel Harris – RB
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Zachary Coleman – DL
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Ryan Matthews – LB
Chardon Hilltoppers
The Hilltoppers come into this matchup at 1–1, showing offensive balance and averaging nearly 20 points per game. After a tough defensive outing in their opening loss, Chardon rebounded to even their record and will now look to protect home turf. Their ability to close games strong — scoring in both the third and fourth quarters consistently — could be the difference against McDowell.
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2025 Record: 1-1
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National Rank: #963
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State Rank (OH): #60
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Division Rank: #7
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Key to Win: Stay disciplined on defense, capitalize on McDowell’s mistakes, and continue spreading offensive production across four quarters.
Main Squad:
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Tyler Williams – QB
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Nick Carter – RB
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Michael Daniels – WR
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Logan White – WR/DB
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Anthony Rivera – LB
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Sean O’Connor – DL
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Jacob Harris – OL/DL
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Chris Bennett – DB
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Luke Thompson – RB/WR
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Matthew Collins – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
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| McDowell | #1,270 | #37 (PA) | 0-2 |
| Chardon | #963 | #60 (OH) | 1-1 |
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