Local grid teams move closer to state playoffs
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October 8, 2026

Local grid teams move closer to state playoffs

By Tim Miller 

The regular season is winding down for high school football teams in Ohio.

The regular season will conclude the weekend of Oct. 23-24.

The state playoffs will begin on Friday, Oct. 30 for the top 12 teams in each region across all seven divisions throughout the state.

The Ohio High School Athletic Asso...

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