Game Details
Matchup: Yazoo City (MS) @ Holmes County Central (MS)
- Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
- Location: Holmes County Central High School, Lexington, MS
- Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Holmes County Central Jaguars
Holmes County Central enters this game with a 1-0 record after a strong 33-30 win in their season opener. Ranked #31 nationally and #2 in Mississippi, the Jaguars showed their offensive power in Week 1, and they will be looking to carry that momentum into their home opener.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #31
- State Rank (MS): #2
- Key to Win: Continue to build on their offensive play, particularly in the passing game, and improve defensively to stop Yazoo City’s high-scoring attack.
Main Squad:
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Davarious Johnson – QB
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Gavin Howard – WR
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Isaiah Hayes – RB
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Tyrell Smith – OL
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Jackson Walker – DB
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Darnell Baker – LB
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Blake James – WR
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Malik Walker – OL
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Alex Thompson – DL
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Austin Brown – DB
Yazoo City Indians
Yazoo City enters this matchup with a perfect 1-0 record after a commanding 36-12 win in their opener. Ranked #164 nationally and #29 in Mississippi, the Indians have shown offensive explosiveness and will aim to keep their momentum going on the road. They’ll need to tighten up on defense and execute their game plan to beat a tough Holmes County Central team.
- 2025 Record: 1-0
- National Rank: #164
- State Rank (MS): #29
- Key to Win: Keep their offensive momentum rolling, particularly through the air, and focus on controlling the game tempo to neutralize Holmes County Central’s attack.
Main Squad:
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Davarious Johnson – QB
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Gavin Howard – WR
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Rylen Thomas – RB
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Jalen Young – LB
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Jeremy Williams – DB
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Malik Harrison – WR
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Zachary Bell – OL
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Antonio Clark – DB
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Maurice Owens – DL
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Travis Brown – LB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes County Central | #31 | #2 (MS) | 1-0 |
| Yazoo City | #164 | #29 (MS) | 1-0 |
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