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As Minnesota prepares for the high school football playoffs starting October 21, 2025, excitement is building among fans and teams alike. With games scheduled for various classes, including the popular Class 6A tournament, the competition promises to be fierce. Teams will be vying for glory at U.S. Bank Stadium with final championships taking place in late November. This season’s playoffs are sure to deliver thrilling moments and unforgettable matches for football enthusiasts across the state.

Excitement Builds as Minnesota High School Football Playoffs Kick Off in 2025!

As the final whistle blew on a thrilling regular high school football season on October 16, fans across Minnesota are already buzzing with excitement for the upcoming playoffs! With Week 8 wrapped up, it’s time for teams to gear up and showcase their skills on the gridiron. The countdown is on as playoffs for classes ranging from 5A to Nine-Player begin on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, while Class 6A teams will take to the field starting on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Mark Your Calendars!

It’s a big week ahead! The much-anticipated 32-team Class 6A playoff bracket is set to be unveiled at midmorning on October 17, 2025, coinciding with the release of most other brackets. If you’re eager to see how your favorite team stacks up against the competition, you can find all the filled-out brackets on the Minnesota State High School League’s website.

For those wanting a daily schedule of playoff games, look no further than the handy Strib Varsity Football Hub—a trusty resource for fans eager to keep track of their teams’ progress through the playoffs!

Getting Down to Business

The playoff format this year promises plenty of action. In the Class 6A, schools have it straightforward—there’s just a single 32-team state tournament bracket without section playoffs to navigate. This means every match counts right from the start. For the other classes, though, the journey isn’t quite as simple. Classes 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A will have three rounds of section playoffs before advancing to the exhilarating state quarterfinals scheduled for November 6-8.

The first round kicks off on October 21, with some lucky teams getting a break thanks to byes into the second round, happening on October 25. Teams that make it past the second round will return to the field on October 31—yes, that’s right, Halloween football!

On the Road to the Championships

For the Class 6A teams, the playoff journey continues with exciting quarterfinals from November 6-8 and semifinals scheduled for November 13-15. The grand finale occurs at the iconic U.S. Bank Stadium, with championship games slated for the weekends of November 21-22, 2025, coinciding perfectly with the Prep Bowl just before Thanksgiving. A perfect way to celebrate the season!

Each Class 6A tournament game will be hosted on the higher seed’s home turf, ensuring that local fans can rally behind their teams right in their own backyards. On Halloween, playoff sites will again be determined based on which teams have earned a higher seed, adding an extra layer of excitement for the teams and their supporters.

A Breakdown of the Classes

As we look at the different classifications, here’s a quick rundown of how the schools are grouped:

  • Class 6A: The largest 32 schools in Minnesota, divided into four eight-team sections.
  • Class 5A: The next 48 schools and cooperatives.
  • Class 4A: Another 48 schools and cooperatives following 5A.
  • Class 3A: The next 54 schools and cooperatives.
  • Class 2A and 1A: Schools and cooperatives with enrollments of 150 or fewer, evenly split into these two groups.

So, gear up, football fans! The Minnesota high school football playoffs are just around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable season full of nail-biting matches and unforgettable moments. Who do you think will take home the championship trophies? Let the games begin!

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