The midway point of the 2025 AHSAA season is officially behind us, and if Week 6 taught us anything, it’s that no ranking is safe in the cutthroat world of Alabama high school football. After a massive victory, there’s a new king sitting atop the state’s Super 25 rankings as compiled by the Massey Ratings and various local polls.
The Clay-Chalkville Cougars (7-0) have finally broken through to claim the coveted No. 1 spot. The Cougars cemented their position with a decisive 49-0 shutout victory over a strong Mountain Brook team, proving that their previous win over a top-ranked opponent was no fluke. This move bumps them past the former top contenders and establishes a new benchmark for the rest of the state.
The shakeup continues just behind them. The Thompson Warriors (5-2) and Hewitt-Trussville Huskies (6-1), both perennial powerhouses, slot in at No. 2 and No. 3, respectively. Thompson, despite having two losses, holds its strong position due to its punishing schedule and quality wins, while Hewitt-Trussville remains a top threat despite a recent defeat.
The Week 7 Super 25 Rankings (Massey Ratings/Consensus)
Mid-Season Takeaways: The Playoff Picture Clears Up
With the season entering its final stretch, the playoff picture is starting to come into focus, and the Week 7 rankings highlight several key developments:
- The 7A Gauntlet: Class 7A is as brutal as ever, dominating the top of the rankings despite every team outside of Mary G. Montgomery and Fairhope already having at least one loss. The strength-of-schedule in this classification is unmatched, meaning even teams with multiple defeats—like Thompson and Hoover—are still viewed as elite.
- 6A Powerhouses Emerge: Clay-Chalkville and Saraland are separating themselves as the clear frontrunners in Class 6A, both holding perfect records. Muscle Shoals also deserves a nod, keeping pace with an impressive 6-0 mark.
- The Unbeaten Ranks: Beyond the big classes, teams like the Williamson Lions (7-0) and Vigor Wolves (6-0) from Class 5A are making a statement, showcasing that talent is deep across the state. These teams are on a collision course for a deep playoff run.
Looking Ahead to Week 7/8
The coming weeks will be pivotal. Intense region matchups are on the horizon, which will undoubtedly lead to more movement in the Super 25. Every Friday night victory now carries the weight of a potential playoff seed. Coaches are pushing their teams, top recruits are cementing their legacies, and fans across the state are bracing for a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 regular season.
Alabama high school football never disappoints, and with a new No. 1 team on the board, the excitement is just getting started.