The 2025 Alabama high school football season heats up with a non-conference showdown as the Grayson Rams host the Thompson Warriors on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Both teams enter unbeaten, with Grayson looking to continue its dominant start and Thompson aiming to prove itself against one of Alabama’s top programs.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Thompson (Alabaster, AL) vs Grayson (Loganville, GA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 6:00 PM
○ Location: Grayson High School, Loganville, GA
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Thompson Warriors
The Warriors come in ranked #19 nationally, #1 in Alabama, and #1 in their class. Thompson opened the year with a strong defensive performance and will look to bring that same intensity against a high-powered Grayson offense.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #19
○ State Rank: #1 (AL)
○ Class Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Elite defense, balanced offensive attack, playoff-tested roster
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and limit explosive plays
Grayson Rams
Grayson enters the matchup ranked #5 nationally, #1 in Alabama, and #1 in their class. The Rams have been dominant on both sides of the ball, outscoring opponents 75-22 through two games, and will rely on their depth and home-field advantage to secure another statement victory.
○ 2025 Record: 2-0
○ National Rank: #5
○ State Rank: #1 (GA)
○ Class Rank: #1
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, stout defense, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm and pressure Thompson’s quarterback
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Warriors | 19 | 1 (AL) | 1 | 1-0 | 37 | 6 |
| Grayson Rams | 5 | 1 (GA) | 1 | 2-0 | 75 | 22 |
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