The 2025 New Jersey high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Ferris Bulldogs host the Morristown-Beard Crimson on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams enter the contest untested at 0-0, looking to set the tone for their seasons in Jersey City.
Game Details
- Matchup: Morristown-Beard (Morristown, NJ) vs Ferris (Jersey City, NJ)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 6:00 PM
- Location: Caven Point, Jersey City, NJ
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Morristown-Beard Crimson
The Crimson come in ranked #11,700 nationally, #295 in New Jersey, and #17 in their division. With a mix of speed and athleticism, Morristown-Beard will look to start their season fast by creating big plays on both sides of the ball.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #11,700
- State Rank: #295 (NJ)
- Division Rank: #17
- Strengths: Speed at skill positions, aggressive defense, motivated roster
- Key to Win: Control field position and avoid turnovers
Ferris Bulldogs
The Bulldogs enter ranked #13,905 nationally, #344 in New Jersey, and #31 in their division. With home-field advantage, Ferris will aim to capitalize on crowd energy while relying on physicality to test the Crimson in their opener.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #13,905
- State Rank: #344 (NJ)
- Division Rank: #31
- Strengths: Physical play, home support, determination
- Key to Win: Limit explosive plays and establish rhythm offensively
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morristown-Beard Crimson | 11,700 | 295 (NJ) | 17 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ferris Bulldogs | 13,905 | 344 (NJ) | 31 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.