After three weeks, there is a handle on who are some of the state’s top teams.
That does not mean that there were not any surprises in any of the results.
While last week featured no new teams on this list, we have some new teams that made the leap this week.
With wins over Top 25 teams, Calvary and St. Charles join this week’s rankings along with Catholic (New Iberia), which had been on the waiting in each of the first three polls.
Here is the Week 4 version of The Sporting News’ Louisiana football Top 25.
1. Edna Karr
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 1
- No. 15 in The Sporting News’ National Top 25
Next Game: Sept. 27, at No. 17 Holy Cross (3-0)
Last Game: No. 1 Edna Karr 63, McDonogh #35 0
Current Streak: 16 wins
Karr returned to in-state play last week and it continued to show why it is the top team in the state with a rout over McDonogh #35. The Cougars led 21-0 after one quarter and 42-0 after a half as Tre Garrison had four touchdowns in the lopsided win. Karr begins Catholic League play this week at Holy Cross on Saturday.
2. Catholic (Baton Rouge)
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 2
- No. 8 in The Sporting News’ NEXT 25
Next Game: Sept. 26, at West Monroe (2-1)
Last Game: No. 2 Catholic (Baton Rouge) 28, University 14
Current Streak: 3 wins
While it was only a two-possession victory for the Bears against University Lab, the outcome was not a reflection of the full game. Catholic had a 28-0 lead thanks to its running game as Jayden Miles rushed for 113 of its 224 yards on the ground. Miles also had two touchdowns, as the Bears shift their focus to West Monroe this week.
3. Ruston
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 3
Next Game: Sept. 25, vs. Midland-Legacy (Texas) (1-3) (at Alvarado, Texas)
Last Game: No. 3 Ruston 38, Longview (Texas) 35
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Bearcats notched a big out-of-state win against Longview last week to open their three-game Texas slate. Junior tight end Ahmad Hudson caught nine passes for 109 yards and three touchdowns to lead Ruston’s passing game, while Dalen Powell had 28 carries for 171 yards and a touchdown. The Bearcats will be in Texas for the next two games – starting this week with a neutral site matchup against Midland-Legacy in Alvarado.
4. St. Augustine
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 5
Next Game: Sept. 27, Warren Easton (3-0)
Last Game: No. 5 St. Augustine 68, Legacy the School of Sport Science (Texas) 40
Current Streak: 3 wins
Points were of abundance last Saturday, but the Purple Knights charged on to remain perfect on the season. Vashaun Coulon lit up the Legacy secondary to the tune of 276 yards passing and seven touchdowns on 13 of 21 aim, while Khlil Lewis had 221 yards and a touchdown rushing. St. Aug is averaging 60 points this season and its offense will look to continue to hum along in its Catholic League opener with Warren Easton.
5. John Curtis
- 2025 Record: 2-0
- Last Week: No. 6
Next Game: Sept. 26, No. 15 Archbishop Rummel (2-1)
Last Game: No. 6 John Curtis 53, Northshore 11 (Week 2)
Current Streak: 2 wins
The Patriots had a much-needed bye week last week prior to their Catholic League opener with Archbishop Rummel this week.
6. Alexandria
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 8
Next Game: Sept. 26, Opelousas (0-2)
Last Game: No. 8 Alexandria 27, No. 12 Destrehan 21
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Trojans had a much tougher challenge last week at Destrehan but showed they could win big ball games on the road. Karsen Sellers was held to just 79 passing yards, but Kason Williams had a breakout night with 161 total yards and all four of ASH’s touchdowns. The Trojans return home to play Opelousas this week.
7. Zachary
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 9
Next Game: Oct. 3, Opelousas (0-2)
Last Game: No. 9 Zachary 34, No. 17 Carencro 20
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Broncos used their big play ability and the running game against Carencro to stay unbeaten with a bye week coming up. Running back duo Jeremy Patton and Tylek Lewis had big nights and combined for three touchdowns. The Broncos not only get a much-needed bye this week, but they picked up another home game with Opelousas now coming to them in Week 5.
8. Central (Baton Rouge)
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 7
Next Game: Sept. 26, at Cecilia (1-2)
Last Game: No. 7 Central (Baton Rouge) 48, Walker 37
Current Streak: 10 wins
The Wildcats ran their winning streak to double digits but dropped a spot this week. Central will head on the road to face fellow defending champion Cecilia on Friday.
9. Lafayette Christian
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 10
Next Game: Sept. 26, at Archbishop Shaw (1-2)
Last Game: No. 10 Lafayette Christian 45, Westgate 21
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Knights continue to roll after closing their game against Westgate on a 25-7 run last week. LCA sophomore Caden Bellard rushed for 225 yards and two touchdowns to lead the way, while UL Lafayette commit Braylin Walker accounted for four touchdowns. The Knights will head to the Westbank to face Archbishop Shaw.
10. Teurlings Catholic
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 11
Next Game: Sept. 26, Westgate (1-2)
Last Game: No. 11 Teurlings Catholic 24, Notre Dame 20
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Rebels faced a 14-0 deficit on the road against Notre Dame, but a last-minute touchdown pass by Alex Munoz to Quinn Simon helped them earn the victory. Munoz struggled by passing 6-for-18 but finished with 200 total yards and two touchdowns. Teurlings hosts Westgate this week.
11. Neville
- 2025 Record: 2-1
- Last Week: No. 4
Next Game: Sept. 19, at No. 20 St. Thomas More (1-2)
Last Game: Oak Grove (Miss.) 36, No. 4 Neville 7
Current Streak: 1 win
The Tigers’ road trip to Mississippi was not a pleasant one as they lost to Oak Grove and allowed 428 yards. Neville travels to Lafayette to face St. Thomas More this week.
12. Brother Martin
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 13
Next Game: Sept. 26, at No. 14 Jesuit (3-0)
Last Game: No. 13 Brother Martin 38, New Hope (Miss.) 26
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Crusaders traveled to Mississippi and remained unbeaten after scoring 17 unanswered points in the second and third quarters. Brother Martin receiver Easton Royal scored a pair of touchdowns in the first quarter and now has six touchdown receptions on the season. The Crusaders open district play with No. 14 Jesuit this week.
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13. North DeSoto
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 14
Next Game: Sept. 26, at Northwood (Shreveport) (3-0)
Last Game: No. 14 North DeSoto 39, West Monroe 28
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Griffins’ offensive line shone against West Monroe after paving the way for 287 rushing yards and five touchdowns in a road win at West Monroe last week. Louisiana Tech commit Kenny Thomas led the run game with 197 yards and three touchdowns as North DeSoto outscored the Rebels 22-0 in the second half for the 39-28 win. The Griffins open District 1-4A play with a huge matchup against Northwood (Shreveport).
14. Jesuit
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 15
Next Game: Sept. 26, No. 12 Brother Martin (3-0)
Last Game: No. 15 Jesuit 52, Bonnabel 0
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Blue Jays closed their pre-Catholic League slate with a shutout win over Bonnabel and open district play against Brother Martin on Friday.
15. Archbishop Rummel
- 2025 Record: 2-1
- Last Week: No. 16
Next Game: Sept. 26, at No. 5 John Curtis (2-0)
Last Game: No. 16 Archbishop Rummel 29, No. 24 Archbishop Shaw 0
Current Streak: 2 wins
The Raiders shut out Archbishop Shaw in the Megaphone Game by forcing three turnovers and a blocked punt. Those opportunities helped Rummel take advantage of short field position as running backs Jaden Terrance and Coryan Hawkins combined to rush for 192 yards and two touchdowns – both scored by Hawkins. Rummel opens its Catholic League play in River Ridge against John Curtis.
16. Destrehan
- 2025 Record: 1-2
- Last Week: No. 12
Next Game: Sept. 26, at East St. John (0-3)
Last Game: No. 8 Alexandria 27, No. 12 Destrehan 21
Current Streak: 1 loss
The Wildcats did not avenge last year’s loss to Alexandria, but it was able to slow it down in defeat – keeping its pass game in check. Destrehan allowed just 79 yards through the air and running back Malachi Dabney rushed for 198 yards and two touchdowns. The Wildcats will regroup as they enter District 8-5A play in Reserve against longtime rival East St. John.
17. Holy Cross
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: No. 21
Next Game: Sept. 27, No. 1 Edna Karr (3-0)
Last Game: No. 21 Holy Cross 23, Chalmette 6
Current Streak: 3 wins
The Tigers notched their seventh win over Chalmette in eight years, thanks to running back Ke’Rynn Smith. Smith rushed for 208 yards and three touchdowns, as the Holy Cross defense did the rest by allowing just 145 yards. Holy Cross’ test will be much difficult this week with a home game against Edna Karr to kick off Catholic League play.
18. Calvary
- 2025 Record: 2-1
- Last Week: Not Ranked
Next Game: Sept. 26, at D’Arbonne Woods (3-0)
Last Game: Calvary 33, No. 18 Franklin Parish 30
Current Streak: 1 win
A week after giving their all against a good Neville squad, the Cavaliers regrouped and earned a quality win over Franklin Parish. Braylun Huglon caught 10 passes for 122 yards and two touchdowns, but no grab was bigger than his 100-yard interception return for a touchdown to close the first half – giving Calvary a 23-0 lead. The Cavs open their District 1-2A play this week with a trip to D’Arbonne Woods.
19. Carencro
- 2025 Record: 1-2
- Last Week: No. 17
Next Game: Sept. 26, Barbe (1-2)
Last Game: No. 9 Zachary 34, No. 17 Carencro 20
Current Streak: 2 losses
The Bears struck first but could not stop Zachary’s attack in their final non-district matchup before District 3-5A play kicks off this week. One of the bright spots for Carencro was a long touchdown by Chantz Babineaux, a Nicholls commit. The Bears will have to stop Barbe and its dynamic quarterback Jelandon Gray this week in their district opener.
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20. St. Thomas More
- 2025 Record: 1-2
- Last Week: No. 23
Next Game: Sept. 26, No. 11 Neville (2-1)
Last Game: No. 23 St. Thomas More 39, Acadiana 35
Current Streak: 1 win
It was not easy, but the Cougars avoided a rare 0-3 start by rallying from a 21-point deficit in the second half to defeat crosstown rival Acadiana. STM scored 25 unanswered points behind the arm of Virginia Tech commit Cole Bergeron, who threw five touchdown passes. It does not get any easier for the Cougars with Neville coming to Lafayette for a final pre-district showdown.
21. Evangel
- 2025 Record: 2-1 (2-0 District 1-5A)
- Last Week: No. 25
Next Game: Sept. 26, Airline (3-0)
Last Game: No. 25 Evangel 43, Byrd 36
Current Streak: 2 wins
The Eagles did not look back after a 22-0 first quarter lead – holding on for a seven-point win against Byrd. Peyton “Pop” Houston had another standout game with 569 total yards and five touchdowns, as he alone was responsible for over 85% of Evangel’s 669 yards. The Eagles have a date with Airline this week with first place in District 1-5A hanging in the balance.
22. St. Charles
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: Not Ranked
Next Game: Sept. 26, De La Salle (0-3)
Last Game: St. Charles 27, No. 19 Dunham 21
Current Streak: 3 wins
Being 3-0 is vastly different from being 0-3 at this point last year. The Comets’ defense shut down Elijah Haven when it counted the most, thanks to a pair of defensive touchdowns by Jireh Hall and Brooks Monica in the fourth quarter. St. Charles also leaned on running back Skyler Edwards, who had 158 yards and two touchdowns on 38 carries. The Comets host a winless De La Salle team that has played one of the toughest schedules in the state.
23. Franklin Parish
- 2025 Record: 2-1
- Last Week: No. 18
Next Game: Sept. 25, Caldwell Parish (1-2)
Last Game: Calvary 33, No. 18 Franklin Parish 30
Current Streak: 1 loss
The Patriots fell short of erasing a 23-0 halftime deficit against Calvary, despite the play of LSU commit Dezyrian Ellis and Treylon Martin. Ellis had a solid game with 271 total yards and three touchdowns, but Martin also got it done rushing and receiving – finishing with 195 yards and a touchdown. Franklin Parish will look to regroup against Caldwell Parish on a short week.
24. Catholic (New Iberia)
- 2025 Record: 3-0
- Last Week: Not Ranked
Next Game: Sept. 26, at Notre Dame (2-1)
Last Game: Catholic (New Iberia) 56, Patterson 21
Current Streak: 16 wins
After weeks of knocking on the door, the Panthers finally crack the Top 25. Tied with No. 1 Edna Karr for the longest winning streak in the state at 16 wins, Catholic took care of Patterson with ease. The Panthers go to Crowley to face a Notre Dame team that barely lost to Teurlings Catholic last week.
25. Dunham
- 2025 Record: 2-1
- Last Week: No. 19
Next Game: Sept. 25, at Ascension Catholic (2-1)
Last Game: St. Charles 27, No. 19 Dunham 21
Current Streak: 1 loss
The Tigers barely hold on to a spot in the Top 25, but last week’s game against St. Charles was one they would love to have back. Dunham junior quarterback Elijah Haven passed for 315 yards and ran for 105 more, but a pair of interceptions leading to touchdowns marred a reliable performance. The Tigers head to Ascension Catholic for one final pre-district tune-up Thursday.
FIRST FIVE OUT
No. 26 Ouachita Parish; No. 27 University Lab; No. 28 Archbishop Shaw; No. 29 Ouachita Christian; No. 30 Terrebonne
DROPPED OUT
No. 20 St. James; No. 22 University Lab; No. 24 Archbishop Shaw
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