Mississippi High School Football Rankings Update

Jackson, Mississippi – The Mississippi high school football scene has had quite the thrilling weekend, and the rankings have shifted as teams make their pushes toward the playoffs. As of October 13, Tupelo holds firm at No. 1 in the state after a nail-biting 28-23 victory over No. 3 Madison Central. This win keeps Tupelo’s record pristine and adds to an impressive list of victories, including wins against Houston (Tenn.), No. 20 West Point, and No. 23 Oxford.

The Golden Wave will face their next challenge on the road against No. 19 Germantown this Friday, aiming to keep their momentum going. Meanwhile, Brandon improved to 6-1 with a commanding 45-10 win over No. 24 Petal. The Bulldogs are on a three-game winning streak after a loss to No. 18 Clinton in a high-scoring affair earlier this season.

Madison Central, now at 4-2, is reeling from their loss to Tupelo but remains a strong contender with victories against No. 21 Ocean Springs and No. 15 Gulfport. This week, they will play as heavy favorites at home against Murrah. Starkville is another team on the rise, boasting a 42-0 rout of No. 19 Germantown which brought their record to 6-1. However, the Yellowjackets face a tough schedule ahead.

In other notable action, Grenada narrowly escaped with a 27-21 win against Lake Cormorant, lifting their record to 7-1, and maintaining their hold on the rankings with firm victories over various teams. No. 6 Jackson Prep remains undefeated at 8-0, following a decisive 56-10 victory over Presbyterian Christian. They are set to face No. 11 Hartfield Academy after a tough matchup against West Jones.

As teams prepare for another week of action, all eyes are on these exciting matchups that will shape the landscape of Mississippi high school football. With rankings on the line and playoffs approaching, every game counts!