Brandon, Mississippi – Last week brought some surprising turns in the Mississippi high school football scene as Brandon knocked off the top-ranked Madison Central with a score of 21-7. In another unexpected upset, Northwest Rankin took down then-No. 8 Clinton. This week, Brandon and Clinton will meet again on the field, while Gulfport faces Madison Central in what promises to be a thrilling top-10 clash.
In the matchup between Brandon and Clinton, the Bulldogs are looking to continue their winning streak. Brandon showcased their solid defense last week and feature four-star junior cornerback Preston Ashley, which has placed them among the top teams in the state. Clinton, who recently fell out of the top 10 rankings, will be eager to bounce back after a disappointing loss to Northwest Rankin and are projected to lose again to Brandon, with a score prediction of 42-20.
Meanwhile, Hattiesburg, currently ranked 12th, will take on second-ranked Oak Grove. Hattiesburg has impressed in their first two games, including a recent 46-7 victory over Laurel. Oak Grove has also started strong, defeating a ranked Ocean Springs team by 35-21. Last year, Oak Grove triumphed over Hattiesburg, and this season the forecast shows another win for the Warriors at 42-13.
Gulfport, ranked 9th, is on the rise after a commanding 35-0 victory against Vancleave. They will now face Madison Central, who dropped in the rankings after their loss to Brandon. This matchup will be crucial as Madison Central is projected to win 35-14.
Oxford and Grenada are also set to compete, with Oxford hoping for redemption after a recent loss. Last season, Grenada secured a close victory over them, but this matchup is seen as a potential win for Oxford according to the projections.
The action continues with D’Iberville taking on Picayune Memorial, and both teams are looking for a critical victory. For D’Iberville, it’s a chance to enhance their winning streak, while Picayune is eager to cement their position after bouncing back from previous losses.
With all these exciting matchups, this week is sure to deliver thrilling moments and potential surprises across the Mississippi high school football landscape.
