The 2025 Minnesota high school football season is in full swing, and the updated Top 25 rankings are here. High School On SI has released its weekly power rankings, and there have been some significant shake-ups after an action-packed opening weekend. The top four teams remain unchanged, but the rest of the list has seen some major movement. The Blaine Bengals made the biggest splash, jumping into the top 10 after a hard-fought victory over a tough Lakeville North team. A total of six new teams have also entered the rankings, proving that the parity in Minnesota high school football is as strong as ever. This Week 2 ranking provides a fresh look at the state’s elite, with several key matchups on the horizon that could further alter the landscape. As teams settle into the season, these rankings will be a crucial guide for fans and analysts alike, highlighting the programs that are making a statement on the field.
Top 25 Minnesota High School Football Rankings (9/4/25)
Here are the complete Minnesota high school football rankings for September 4, 2025, with analysis on each team’s performance and their upcoming games.
| Rank | Team | Record | Previous Ranking | This Week’s Game | Ranking Rationale |
| 1 | Maple Grove | (1-0) | 1 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 6 Eden Prairie | A solid 37-17 road win at Stillwater keeps the Crimson at the top. They were efficient on offense and pulled away in the second half. |
| 2 | Minnetonka | (1-0) | 2 | Sept. 5 at St. Michael-Albertville | The Skippers dominated their opener with a 41-0 shutout of East Ridge, showcasing a potent running game led by Caleb Francois. |
| 3 | Edina | (1-0) | 3 | Sept. 5 vs. Wayzata | A 49-21 victory over Hopkins demonstrated Edina’s offensive firepower, with both their passing and rushing attacks finding great success. |
| 4 | Shakopee | (1-0) | 4 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 9 Lakeville South | A convincing 41-0 win against a preseason ranked opponent proves the Sabers are for real. They controlled the game from the opening quarter. |
| 5 | Eden Prairie | (1-0) | 6 | Sept. 5 at No. 1 Maple Grove | The Eagles made a statement with a dominant 49-21 win over Anoka, moving up a spot in the process. Their defense was lights out in the first half. |
| 6 | Moorhead | (1-0) | 5 | Sept. 5 at Woodbury | The Spuds handled their jump to Class 6A with an impressive 48-10 win over Rogers, led by junior QB Jett Feeney. |
| 7 | Forest Lake | (1-0) | 7 | Sept. 5 at No. 22 Anoka | A stout defense carried the Rangers to a tough 21-18 win against a ranked Prior Lake team, holding them scoreless in two quarters. |
| 8 | Chanhassen | (1-0) | 8 | Sept. 5 vs. Burnsville | The Storm showed late-game heroics, winning a close one against Alexandria on a game-winning field goal as time expired. |
| 9 | Lakeville South | (1-0) | 11 | Sept. 5 at No. 4 Shakopee | The Cougars’ new-look team still relies on a powerful run game, which was on full display in their 34-7 win over Mounds View. |
| 10 | Blaine | (1-0) | 14 | Sept. 5 at Rogers | Blaine made the biggest jump this week, moving into the top 10 after a 21-14 victory over previous No. 9 Lakeville North. |
| 11 | Elk River | (1-0) | 10 | Sept. 5 vs. Sauk Rapids-Rice | The defending Class 5A champions won a high-scoring 50-42 thriller, relying on their strong rushing attack to put up nearly 500 yards on the ground. |
| 12 | Lakeville North | (0-1) | 9 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 17 Farmington | Despite the loss, the Panthers remain in the rankings after a competitive 21-14 game against a surging Blaine team. |
| 13 | Prior Lake | (0-1) | 15 | Sept. 5 vs. Eagan | The Lakers’ close loss to a highly-ranked Forest Lake team showed their resilience and earned them a move up in the rankings. |
| 14 | Mankato East | (1-0) | 18 | Sept. 5 vs. Rochester John Marshall | A statement win over previously ranked Owatonna puts Mankato East on the radar as a serious contender. |
| 15 | Andover | (1-0) | 22 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 21 Champlin Park | Andover’s move to Class 6A started with a bang, as they dominated Wayzata with a huge performance from running back Joseph Mapson. |
| 16 | Alexandria | (0-1) | 23 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 25 Monticello | The Class 5A runner-up from 2024 proved they are still a top team despite a close loss to Chanhassen. |
| 17 | Farmington | (1-0) | 21 | Sept. 5 at No. 12 Lakeville North | Farmington did just enough to get the win in their opener and remains in the top 20, facing another test this week. |
| 18 | Stewartville | (1-0) | 25 | Sept. 5 vs. Totino-Grace | The Tigers handled their first game in Class 4A with a convincing 25-6 victory, leaning on a strong ground game and defense. |
| 19 | Orono | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 at No. 23 Byron | A statement shutout victory over the defending Class 4A champion Becker puts Orono squarely in the rankings. |
| 20 | Mahtomedi | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 vs. St. Paul Highland Park | Mahtomedi pulled off a significant upset over a perennial powerhouse in Mankato West, earning a spot in the Top 25. |
| 21 | Champlin Park | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 at No. 15 Andover | The Rebels’ defense came up big in their 21-12 win over St. Michael-Albertville, with a late rushing touchdown sealing the deal. |
| 22 | Anoka | (0-1) | 13 | Sept. 5 vs. No. 7 Forest Lake | Anoka drops significantly but holds on to a ranking after a rough start against Eden Prairie. They will get another chance to prove themselves this week. |
| 23 | Byron | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 vs. No. 19 Orono | Byron showed why they were one of the top unranked teams with a decisive 42-12 win over Holy Angels. |
| 24 | ROCORI | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 vs. Marshall | ROCORI’s commanding 28-7 win over a previously undefeated Totino-Grace team solidifies their position as a team to watch. |
| 25 | Monticello | (1-0) | Not ranked | Sept. 5 at No. 16 Alexandria | The Magic picked up where they left off last season, with an efficient offense and a stout defense leading to a Week 1 victory. |
