The latest Power 25 high school football rankings have been reshaped dramatically after the Broward County National Football Showcase delivered a series of unexpected results. The top teams — IMG Academy and St. Frances Academy — remained unchanged, but the movement beneath them set the stage for a volatile finish to the season.
Columbus Rises, Bishop Gorman Falls
Columbus (Miami, FL) surged to No. 17 after edging Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) 33-28, while the Nevada powerhouse slipped three spots to No. 7. The victory marked a pivotal moment for the Florida squad, setting up a much‑anticipated clash with St. Thomas Aquinas later in the week.
St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) continued its dominant run, defeating DeSoto (TX) 38-14 to climb to No. 3. The team now prepares to host Columbus in a Friday showdown that could further alter the top tier of the poll.
The shake‑up extended to the bottom of the list, where East St. Louis (Illinois) was removed after a narrow 35-28 loss to American Heritage. Likewise, Chaminade‑Madonna (FL), Carol City (FL) and La Salle College Prep were dropped, clearing space for fresh blood.
Four new programs broke into the rankings: Allen (TX), Bixby (OK), DeMatha (MD) and Columbus (FL). Their entry reflects a competitive depth that coaches say is unprecedented for the season.
At the summit, IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL) held firm at No. 1, crushing Cornerstone Christian (TX) 59-10. St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) remained No. 2 after a 49-35 win over DeLand (FL), while Sierra Canyon (CA) climbed to No. 9 following a 24-7 victory over Chaminade‑Madonna.
Among the standout performers, A’mir Sears emerged as a key factor in Columbus’s upset, while Texas Tech commit Jalen Brewster joined Buford (GA) after a transfer from Cedar Hill (TX). The coming weeks promise even more twists as the national picture continues to evolve.