Week 8 is here, and the regular season is winding down. With two games left, teams are sharpening their identities and building momentum for the postseason. Check out our breakdown of the biggest matchups, players to watch, and our Week 8 picks.

This Week’s Game of the Week
Sponsored by Robert Miller & Son Furniture

Eastern put on a show in front of its home crowd Friday night, rolling past Phalen Leadership Academy 67 to 0 in Greentown. 💥 The Comets exploded early as Kaleb Hurt returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown and added two pick sixes, while Gibson Eagle threw three touchdown passes.

Bently Hullinger and Isaiah Pickett also found the end zone as Eastern’s offense and defense dominated from start to finish. The Comets (6-1) will look to keep things rolling on Senior Night next week against Sheridan.

Week 7 is here, and the push to the postseason is on. With just three games left, every snap matters as teams fight for conference position and momentum. Dive into the key matchups, players to watch, and our picks for this week’s action.

This Week’s Game of the Week
Sponsored by Robert Miller & Son Furniture

Northwestern’s homecoming magic wasn’t enough, as Maconaquah handed the Tigers a 42-28 loss. 💥 The two teams went back and forth through the first half, but the Braves pulled away with 14 unanswered points after the break.

Running back Marcell Sims stole the show, scoring four touchdowns, including a 52-yard sprint that gave Maconaquah the lead for good. Northwestern had its moments — Colin Cook tossed two touchdown passes, and Ty Kidwell pinned the Braves at the 1-yard line with a perfect punt — but the Tigers couldn’t keep pace in the second half.

Maconaquah (6-0) returns home to host Lewis Cass, while Northwestern (3-3) looks to regroup at Wabash.

All five Howard County football teams won in the same week for the first time this season, setting the stage for an exciting Week 6. With the postseason around the corner, momentum is everything. We’ve got the matchups, storylines, and predictions—can you outpick us?

This Week’s Game of the Week
Sponsored by Robert Miller & Son Furniture

Taylor dominated on homecoming night, rolling past Clinton Central 47-8! 💥 The Titans jumped out to a 33-0 halftime lead and never looked back in a statement win.

Quarterback Javionne Harris put on a show, scoring five total touchdowns — three on the ground and two through the air — while Keyshawn Galloway hauled in a pair of long touchdown receptions. The Taylor defense was relentless, forcing turnovers and keeping the Bulldogs in check until the final minutes.

The Titans (3-1) return home next Friday to take on Sheridan.

Week five of high school football has arrived, and Howard County is ready for another big night under the lights. Some teams are looking to stay hot, others are desperate to bounce back, and key players continue to step into the spotlight. Each week, we break down the matchups and make our picks—see if you can beat them.

This Week’s Game of the Week
Sponsored by Robert Miller & Son Furniture

Taylor pulled off a thrilling 21-20 upset of Howard County rival Eastern on homecoming night! 💥 The No. 16-ranked Class 1A Titans capped the game with a blocked extra point and a recovered onside kick to hold off the No. 9-ranked Class 2A Comets.

Javionne Harris led the way, scoring two rushing touchdowns and throwing an 8-yard TD pass to Drey McClatchey. Keyshawn Galloway came up big with a crucial interception that set up Taylor’s go-ahead score in the fourth quarter. Gibson Eagle and Bently Hullinger kept Eastern alive late with a 32-yard TD connection, but Taylor’s defense made the stops when it mattered most.

Taylor (2-1) will return home for next Friday’s matchup vs. Clinton Central, while Eastern hosts Carroll (Flora). 🐯🏈