October 10, 2025

Baylor Football Jumps to No. 22 in National Rankings

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Baylor football secured a thrilling 38-35 victory over McCallie, elevating them to No. 22 in the MaxPreps national high school rankings. McCallie fell to No. 26. This win underscores Baylor’s hard work and determination this season, as they gain national recognition. In related news, Nashville Christian School is set to face Tyner, and the East Hamilton Middle School volleyball team remains undefeated. Looking ahead, Auburn will host Baylor in 2026, further fueling the ongoing rivalry between the two teams.

Chattanooga, TN – Baylor football achieved a thrilling 38-35 victory over McCallie, resulting in the team moving up one spot to No. 22 in the MaxPreps national high school football rankings. Conversely, McCallie dropped to No. 26 in the rankings, narrowly ahead of Mission Viejo, California, which McCallie had defeated earlier in the season. The top spot in the MaxPreps rankings remains held by St. John Bosco in California.

The victory is a significant achievement for Baylor, showcasing their resilience in a closely contested matchup against McCallie. As this season progresses, both teams are gaining recognition, with Baylor now positioned among the top 25 teams in the nation. The recent rankings reflect their hard work and determination throughout the season.

In related sports news, Nashville Christian School, currently ranked No. 44, is set to host Tyner this Friday night. Their season has been marked by impressive performances, underscored by their solid ranking.

Additionally, the East Hamilton Middle School volleyball team has made headlines with their undefeated season, having begun pool play in the state tournament. They have also claimed titles as regular season champions, district champs, and region champs, further highlighting their dominance in the local volleyball scene.

Looking ahead, Auburn is preparing to host a home game against Baylor at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta in 2026. This event is part of an agreement related to the Aflac Kickoff Game, a groundbreaking arrangement in college football designed to enhance NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities for Auburn players. The athletic director for Auburn has noted that this game is expected to offer financial benefits and help build players’ personal brands.

This upcoming matchup marks a continuation of the rivalry between Baylor and Auburn, who previously faced off in the recent season opener where Auburn secured a victory with a score of 38-24 in Waco, Texas. The game in 2026 was initially scheduled to be held at Auburn, but it has since been relocated to Atlanta for the Aflac Kickoff Game.

Auburn will allocate 20,645 tickets for the game, while Baylor will receive the standard allocation of 3,000 tickets designated for visiting teams as per SEC guidelines. The Aflac Kickoff Game is responsible for managing the sale of the remaining tickets for this highly anticipated event.

This forthcoming meeting will be the sixth contest between Baylor and Auburn, with the historical record currently standing at 2-2-1 in favor of neither team, indicating a competitive rivalry that adds excitement to the upcoming game.

As the seasons evolve for both high school and college sports teams, the focus on rankings, matchups, and player development continues in Chattanooga and beyond.

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