Chicago high school football kicks off with a city non-conference matchup as the Curie Condors host the Johnson Pumas on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams look to set the tone early in what should be a competitive season opener.
Game Details
- Matchup: Johnson (Chicago, IL) vs Curie (Chicago, IL)
- Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Curie High School, Chicago, IL
- Live Coverage: Stream the game live on the NFHS Network
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Johnson Pumas
The Johnson Pumas begin the season ranked #7,527 nationally and #251 in Illinois. They’ll look to bring energy and resilience into their opener, with an emphasis on defense and minimizing mistakes on the road. Johnson’s athleticism and ability to create turnovers will be critical to grabbing an early-season victory.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #7,527
- State Rank: #251 (IL)
- Strengths: Defensive toughness, athletic roster, opportunistic playmaking
- Key to Win: Force turnovers and control the pace of the game
Curie Condors
Curie enters ranked #11,354 nationally, #398 in Illinois, and #32 in their class. The Condors will rely on home-field advantage and offensive creativity to compete with Johnson. To pull off a win, they’ll need to find consistency on offense and limit mistakes in key moments.
- 2025 Record: 0-0
- National Rank: #11,354
- State Rank: #398 (IL)
- Class Rank: #32
- Strengths: Home-field edge, creative offense, hungry underdog mentality
- Key to Win: Sustain drives and take advantage of red-zone opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Pumas | 7,527 | 251 (IL) | – | 0-0 |
| Curie Condors | 11,354 | 398 (IL) | 32 | 0-0 |
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