Minnesota High School Football Playoffs: 42 Games Scheduled for Friday
A total of 42 Minnesota high school football games are taking place across the state today, October 31, as the second week of the playoffs gets underway, potentially setting the stage for dramatic regional finals matchups.
The slate includes nine games featuring teams ranked in the statewide top 25. In the MSHSL Class 5A bracket, No. 21 Chaska travels to No. 10 Chanhassen, while No. 18 Elk River faces off against No. 14 Monticello. Class 4A will see two ranked-versus-ranked contests: No. 23 Rocori at No. 8 Marshall and No. 16 Kasson-Mantorville at No. 7 Byron. Fans can follow all the action live on the Minnesota High School Football Scoreboard.
Additional playoff games are scheduled across all classifications: 10 games in Class AAA, 9 in Class AA, 9 in Class A, and 6 in the MSHSL 9-player division. The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) oversees these competitions, ensuring fair play and standardized rules for all participating schools; more information about the MSHSL can be found on their official website.
Interested fans can create a free account to receive alerts for their favorite teams and stay updated on scores, breaking news, and photo galleries. Officials encourage fans to support their local teams as the playoffs progress toward the state championships.
