Hold onto your helmets, because the Iowa high school football postseason is heating up, and the race for the state title is fiercer than ever! As teams battle it out on the gridiron, we’ve got the latest Top 25 rankings as of November 11, courtesy of the Massey Ratings. But here’s where it gets controversial—are these rankings truly reflective of each team’s potential, or are there hidden contenders waiting to upset the favorites? Let’s dive in and find out.
1. Dowling Catholic Maroons
The Maroons are on fire, extending their winning streak to an impressive ten games after a commanding victory over Iowa City West in the Class 5A state quarterfinals. Ian Middleton was unstoppable, rushing for 248 yards and three touchdowns, while Joey Nahas and Jeffrey Roberts connected on two touchdown passes. But here’s the kicker—their upcoming clash with Valley on November 14 could be a game-changer, with a spot in the state championship on the line. Can they keep the momentum going?
2. Waukee Northwest Wolves
The Wolves roared to a 10-1 record with a 48-34 win over Sioux City East, thanks to Ryan Woodruff’s dominant performance—192 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Jordon Green added 108 receiving yards to the mix. Now, they’re set to face Liberty in the Class 5A state semifinals on the 14th. But here’s the question: Can Liberty’s defense slow down Woodruff and the Wolves’ high-powered offense?
3. Xavier Saints
The Saints remain undefeated after a 45-7 rout of Adel-DeSoto-Minburn in the Class 4A quarterfinals. Cash Parks threw for 235 yards and four touchdowns, while Carter Hoffmann and Ty Weiss each found the end zone on the ground. The receiving corps was on fire, with Hoffmann, Dustin Cook, Will Forman, and Ryan Kelly all hauling in touchdown passes. Next up? A semifinal showdown with Newton on November 13. But here’s the twist—Newton has been quietly building momentum. Could this be the Saints’ first real test?
4. Valley Tigers
In a nail-biter, the Tigers edged out Johnston 28-21 in the Class 5A quarterfinals. Drake DeGroote was the star, racking up 204 passing yards, 62 rushing yards, and four total touchdowns. Jayden McGregory added 94 receiving yards and a score. Now, they face Dowling Catholic in a matchup that could define their season. But here’s the debate: Can Valley’s offense outpace Dowling’s defense, or will the Maroons shut them down?
5. West Lyon Wildcats
The Wildcats are perfect at 11-0 after a 57-22 thrashing of Underwood in the Class 1A quarterfinals. Easton DeJong was a dual-threat marvel, tallying 201 rushing yards, 143 passing yards, and four touchdowns. Evan Hildring was equally impressive, with 149 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns, plus two interceptions on defense. They’ll face South Hardin in the semifinals on November 14. But here’s the wildcard—South Hardin has been flying under the radar. Could they pull off the upset?
Iowa High School Football Rankings: Nos. 6-25
- Liberty
- Johnston
- Ankeny
- Southeast Polk
- Kuemper Catholic
- Sergeant Bluff-Luton
- Solon
- Audubon
- Newton
- Clear Lake
- Ankeny Centennial
- Sioux City East
- Iowa City West
- Pella
- Woodbine
- Grundy Center
- Bishop Garrigan
- Bishop Heelan Catholic
- Wahlert Catholic
- Adel-DeSoto-Minburn
How to Follow Iowa High School Football
For fans craving real-time updates, the Rivals High School Scoreboard is your go-to resource. Whether you’re tracking your favorite team or keeping an eye on the competition, this platform delivers live scores and final results from across the Hawkeye State. From heart-stopping comebacks to blowout victories, you’ll never miss a moment of the action. But here’s the question: With so many games happening simultaneously, which matchup are you most excited to follow this weekend?
And this is the part most people miss—while the top teams grab the headlines, there’s a whole world of talent and determination in the lower ranks. Who do you think is the dark horse team poised to make a run? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to hear your take!
