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Choctawhatchee Football Tops Florida Ranks: Playoff Push Intensifies!
Discover the latest FHSAA football rankings as Choctawhatchee and other top teams gear up for playoffs in Palm Coast.
Choctawhatchee Football Tops Florida Ranks: Playoff Push Intensifies!
As the excitement builds on the Emerald Coast, high school football teams are rallying for the final stretch of the season. In the latest Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) power rankings, Choctawhatchee has risen to the top, earning the coveted No. 1 spot in Class 4A with an impressive power ranking of 19.804. Not to be outdone, St. Augustine follows closely in second place with a ranking of 19.488, according to the Palm Beach Post.
Looking at the broader picture, Vero Beach holds the title of the top high school football team in Florida overall, boasting a power ranking of 22.901, while Cardinal Mooney and Miami Northwestern capture the second and third spots, respectively. These rankings not only highlight the skills of these teams but also set the stage for playoff placements as district champions automatically secure their postseason slots.
Playoff Scene Heating Up
As of now, six teams, including the formidable Crestview Bulldogs, are on track for the playoffs. Crestview, alongside schools like Baker, Choctaw, Freeport, Niceville, and South Walton, has been making waves this season. Baker is particularly noteworthy with an undefeated record of 9-0, while Choctaw follows closely at 8-0, as reported by the Northwest Florida Daily News.
The upcoming matches are set to be high-stakes affairs. Baker travels to Port St. Joe, while Choctawhatchee visits Fort Walton Beach, currently holding a record of 2-6. Crestview, with its 4-3 record, will host Tate at Jack Foster Stadium, hoping to gain momentum against their 6-2 opponents. In other notable matchups, Niceville welcomes a strong Milton team, and South Walton heads to Pensacola Catholic for the District 1-2A championship.
FHSAA Rankings Overview
The FHSAA’s power rankings, which will be published every Tuesday leading up to the playoffs, are determined using the MaxPreps Rankings Formula starting from the 2025 season. This new methodology has provided a clearer picture of each team’s standing and potential playoff berth. The complete rankings reveal who is thriving as we near the postseason, including key contributions from various regions:
| Class | Region | Matchup |
|---|---|---|
| 6A | 1 | Buchholz vs. Crestview |
| 6A | 1 | Oakleaf vs. Nease |
| 5A | 1 | Mainland vs. Niceville |
| 4A | 1 | St. Augustine vs. Booker T. Washington |
The power dynamics within each class indicate a highly competitive landscape as teams vie for a chance in the playoffs. More details can be found under the comprehensive FHSAA rankings available at Florida Gridiron Preps.
With the season coming to a thrilling conclusion, fans and teams alike are eager to witness who will rise to the occasion. The stakes are high, and the excitement palpable—a true testament to the vibrant high school football scene in Florida.