Edina Tops Class 6A in New High School Football Rankings

This week in Edina, the excitement is palpable as the city celebrates its high school football team’s success. After a dominant performance against Eden Prairie, the Edina football team has secured the top spot in the Class 6A rankings. This impressive victory showcased wide receiver Meyer Swinney, who caught eight passes for 197 yards and scored four touchdowns, highlighting his valuable contributions on the field.

The rankings, put together by a group of sports analysts, have placed Edina at the forefront of Class 6A, closely followed by Lakeville North at second and Maple Grove in third, both teams also boasting perfect records of 2-0. In the Class 5A category, Elk River leads the pack, while Hutchinson stands out as the top team in Class 4A. The rankings continue with Stewartville claiming first in Class 3A, Caledonia in Class 2A, Minneota in Class 1A, and Nevis and Mountain Iron-Buhl tied for the top in Nine-Person football.

This year marks the third season for these class-by-class rankings, developed after the previous rankings were dropped. They are released after teams have played their second regular-season game and will be shared online typically on Tuesdays. The ranking process involves a voting system where points are awarded based on teams’ performances, with first-place teams receiving the most points.

With each week of the season, teams will continue to battle it out for standings and pride across various classes. As fans gear up for more thrilling encounters, one can’t help but feel the buzz across Minnesota high school football. It’s truly a captivating time for players, coaches, and supporters alike!