News Summary

The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA TODAY network have released the Week 8 high school football rankings for the 2025 TSSAA season. With each game crucial for playoff positioning, teams from various divisions are fighting hard to secure their spots. From Division I to Division IX, the rankings highlight the ongoing competition, with standout performances influencing the standings. As teams gear up for the final stretch of the season, fans can look forward to more thrilling games and potential upsets.

Football Frenzy in Tennessee: Week 8 High School Rankings Are Here!

Hey there, football fans! It’s that thrilling time of year again when the heartbeats of high school football echo in the halls of schools across Tennessee. The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and the USA TODAY network have just released the eagerly awaited high school football rankings for Week 8 of the 2025 TSSAA season!

Let’s Dive Into the Exciting Rankings!

With teams vying for glory this season, every game counts. These rankings are calculated through a detailed point system that varies between the different divisions. For those interested in the nitty-gritty, in Division I, the first-place vote earns 10 points, with points decreasing as you go down the list. Meanwhile, Division II gives the first-place team 5 points, so it’s all about strategy and performance!

Division I Top 10 Rankings

  1. McKenzie – 177 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 1 (15 first-place votes)
  2. South Pittsburg – 165 points; Record: 5-1; Last week: No. 2 (3 first-place votes)
  3. Coalfield – 141 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 3
  4. Clay County – 116 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 5
  5. Hampton – 104 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 6
  6. Dresden – 85 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 7
  7. South Fulton – 82 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 8
  8. Oliver Springs – 52 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 4
  9. Richland – 42 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 10
  10. Sale Creek – 13 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: Not ranked

Division II Top 10 Rankings

  1. Milan – 176 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 1 (14 first-place votes)
  2. East Robertson – 166 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 2 (4 first-place votes)
  3. Peabody – 135 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 3
  4. Marion County – 125 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 4
  5. Huntingdon – 107 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 5
  6. Gordonsville – 89 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 6
  7. Fairley – 63 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 7
  8. East Nashville – 57 points; Record: 2-4; Last week: No. 8
  9. Lewis County – 30 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 10
  10. Happy Valley – 20 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: Not ranked

Division III Top 10 Rankings

  1. Westview – 180 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. Gatlinburg-Pittman – 155 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 2
  3. Covington – 145 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 3
  4. Tyner Academy – 127 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 4
  5. Meigs County – 107 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 5
  6. Melrose – 90 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 6
  7. Sequatchie County – 68 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 8
  8. Waverly – 52 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 9
  9. Dyersburg – 35 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 7
  10. White House Heritage – 23 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: Not ranked

Division IV Top 10 Rankings

  1. Alcoa – 180 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. Greeneville – 157 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 3
  3. Springfield – 122 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 5
  4. Pearl-Cohn – 109 points; Record: 3-4; Last week: No. 4
  5. Upperman – 106 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 6
  6. Elizabethton – 99 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 7
  7. Anderson County – 79 points; Record: 4-2; Last week: No. 2
  8. Haywood – 51 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 9
  9. White County – 41 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 10
  10. Stone Memorial – 35 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: Not ranked

Division V Top 10 Rankings

  1. Sevier County – 180 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. Page – 161 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 2
  3. Powell – 143 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 3
  4. Munford – 126 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 4
  5. Beech – 105 points; Record: 5-1; Last week: No. 5
  6. Walker Valley – 90 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 7
  7. East Hamilton – 59 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 6
  8. Kirkwood – 56 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 8
  9. Knoxville Central – 37 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 9
  10. Lincoln County – 30 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 10

Division VI Top 10 Rankings

  1. Oakland – 180 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. Ravenwood – 162 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 2
  3. Maryville – 143 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 4
  4. Oak Ridge – 122 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 5
  5. Southwind – 100 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 6
  6. Germantown – 94 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 3
  7. Blackman – 73 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 7
  8. Antioch – 55 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 8
  9. Riverdale – 32 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: T-9
  10. Collierville – 20 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: T-9

Division VII Top 10 Rankings

  1. Nashville Christian – 90 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. University School of Jackson – 69 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 3
  3. Friendship Christian – 55 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 4
  4. Trinity Christian Academy – 36 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: Not ranked
  5. Jackson Christian – 19 points; Record: 6-1; Last week: No. 2

Division VIII Top 10 Rankings

  1. Franklin Road Academy – 85 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 1 (13 first-place votes)
  2. Body Buchanan – 75 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 2 (5 first-place votes)
  3. Battle Ground Academy – 54 points; Record: 5-1; Last week: No. 3
  4. Franklin Grace Christian – 39 points; Record: 7-0; Last week: No. 4
  5. Knoxville Grace Christian – 14 points; Record: 4-2; Last week: No. 5

Division IX Top 10 Rankings

  1. Baylor – 90 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 1 (18 first-place votes)
  2. Brentwood Academy – 71 points; Record: 6-0; Last week: No. 2
  3. Ensworth – 51 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 4
  4. McCallie – 41 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: No. 3
  5. Briarcrest Christian – 12 points; Record: 5-2; Last week: Not ranked

Wrapping Up

As we round the corner into the final stretch of the 2025 season, teams are gearing up for intense competition and eyeing their chances for playoff glory! Each week brings new surprises and thrilling plays that keep fans on the edge of their seats. So, whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or tuning in from home, keep those game day spirits high!

Don’t forget to check back next week to see how the rankings shake out and which teams rise or fall in Tennessee high school football. The excitement continues, and we can’t wait to see how this season unfolds!

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