Penn State Leads Top-Rated College Football Players in EA Sports Rankings

Several high school football programs are preparing for the 2025 season with a focus on improving performance and building on past experiences. Campbell City School District hired David Porch as the new head coach, who is optimistic about his mature senior class and the team's defensive experience, particularly returning defensive linemen and leaders across positions. Brookfield, after consecutive losing seasons, aims to bounce back under Coach Randy Clark with key players like junior ball carrier Rico Smith and linebacker Cruz Torres expected to lead the team. Meanwhile, standout athletes such as Cole Lazorick from Jim Thorpe High School and Jackson from Pine Grove Area are noted for their leadership and contributions to their teams, with Lazorick breaking school passing records and Jackson showing strong work ethic. These programs are emphasizing both offensive and defensive improvements, with some teams adjusting strategies, such as Campbell's change from a 4-3 to a 4-4 defensive alignment. The upcoming schedules for Campbell and Brookfield highlight competitive matchups to kick off the season.