Nashville, TN, October 21, 2025
News Summary
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA TODAY Network have released the high school football rankings for Week 10 of the TSSAA season. These rankings are essential for fans and teams as they navigate the final weeks of the regular season. The rankings are based on a point system that considers team standings and votes from regional outlets. As teams strive for the top positions, players and coaches alike will keep a close eye on the standings, which reflect the fierce competition across the state.
Tennessee High School Football Rankings for Week 10 of the 2025 TSSAA Season Released
Nashville, TN โ The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA TODAY Network in Tennessee have published the statewide high school football rankings for Week 10 of the 2025 TSSAA season. These rankings, a crucial reference for fans, players, and teams alike, illustrate the competitive landscape as schools head into the final weeks of regular-season play.
The TSWA/USA TODAY Network football poll is released weekly during the TSSAA football season and is determined through a point system based on team standings and votes from various regional newspapers and news outlets. In Division I, a first-place vote earns teams 10 points, with subsequent places receiving fewer points down to 1 for tenth place. Division II follows a different scoring system where the first-place team earns 5 points and diminishes by one point for each subsequent position.
Division I Rankings
The top teams in Division I include:
- McKenzie โ 14 first-place votes, 167 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 1
- South Pittsburg โ 3 first-place votes, 156 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 2
- Coalfield โ 133 points, Record: 6-2, Last week: No. 3
- Clay County โ 114 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 4
- Hampton โ 103 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 5
- Dresden โ 90 points, Record: 6-2, Last week: No. 6
- Richland โ 66 points, Record: 6-2, Last week: No. 7
- South Fulton โ 47 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: T-9
- Memphis Middle College โ 34 points, Record: 6-1, Last week: T-9
- Midway โ 14 points, Record: 5-3, Last week: Not ranked
Division II Rankings
The leading teams in Division II feature:
- Milan โ 12 first-place votes, 165 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 1
- East Robertson โ 5 first-place votes, 158 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 2
- Peabody โ 126 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 3
- Marion County โ 123 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 4
- Huntingdon โ 101 points, Record: 7-1, Last week: No. 5
- Gordonsville โ 81 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 6
- Fairley โ 59 points, Record: 6-2, Last week: No. 7
- East Nashville โ 58 points, Record: 3-4, Last week: No. 8
- Happy Valley โ 39 points, Record: 9-0, Last week: No. 10
- Bledsoe County โ 11 points, Record: 6-2, Last week: Not ranked
Additional Rankings for Other Divisions
Division III rankings highlight:
- Westview โ 17 first-place votes, 170 points, Record: 7-0, Last week: No. 1
- Gatlinburg-Pittman โ 149 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 2
- Covington โ 138 points, Record: 8-0, Last week: No. 3
The rankings and scores are regularly updated on various platforms where fans can find live updates, game highlights, and player polls. Following the rankings assists teams in understanding their positions and areas for potential improvement as the season progresses.
FAQ
What are the latest high school football rankings in Tennessee for Week 10 of the 2025 TSSAA season?
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association and USA TODAY Network in Tennessee have released the statewide high school football rankings for Week 10 of the 2025 TSSAA season. The TSWA/USA TODAY Network football poll is published weekly during the TSSAA football season.
How are the rankings scored for Division I and Division II?
In Division I, a first-place vote earns teams 10 points, with subsequent places receiving fewer points down to 1 for tenth place. Division II follows a different scoring system where the first-place team earns 5 points and diminishes by one point for each subsequent position.
Who are the top-ranked teams in Division I and II?
In Division I, the top team is McKenzie, followed by South Pittsburg and Coalfield. In Division II, Milan is the leading team, followed by East Robertson and Peabody.
Key Features
| Division | Top Team | First-place Votes | Points | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division I | McKenzie | 14 | 167 | 7-1 |
| Division II | Milan | 12 | 165 | 8-0 |
| Division III | Westview | 17 | 170 | 7-0 |
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Additional Resources
- Tennessean: Tennessee High School Football Rankings for Week 10
- Wikipedia: Tennessee High School Football
- Williamson Source: Middle Tennessee High School Football Scores Week 9
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Commercial Appeal: Tennessee High School Football Rankings Memphis Week 10
- Google Search: Tennessee High School Football 2025
- WBIR: High School Football Scores and Highlights from Week 9 in East TN
- Google News: Tennessee High School Football Week 10
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