Tonight, the Paulding Panthers will travel to face the Jefferson Wildcats in a key non-conference matchup at 6:00 p.m. ET. This marks the first meeting of the season between the two teams, with no return game scheduled this year.

Game Details

• Matchup: Paulding (OH) @ Jefferson (OH)
• Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
• Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
• Location: Jefferson High School, Delphos, OH
• Live Stream: Available on the NFHS Network

Paulding Panthers

• Record: 2–0
• Conference Record: 0–0
• National Rank: 13,800
• State Rank: #19 in Ohio
• Class Rank: #14
• Key to Win: Continue their high-scoring offense while maintaining a strong defensive front.
• Key Players:
  • Dean Trentman – Running Back
  • Colt Cross – Quarterback
  • Lucas Millmine – Wide Receiver
  • Evan Cooper – Wide Receiver
  • Mason Hayes – Tight End
  • Logan White – Linebacker
  • Carter Nelson – Defensive Lineman
  • Dominic Hayes – Offensive Lineman
  • Xavier Scott – Defensive Back
  • Nolan Bennett – Defensive Back

Jefferson Wildcats

• Record: 1–1
• Conference Record: 0–0
• National Rank: 15,200
• State Rank: #25 in Ohio
• Class Rank: #17
• Key to Win: Improve offensive efficiency and contain Paulding’s rushing attack.
• Key Players:
  • Noah Davis – Quarterback
  • Evan Hughes – Running Back
  • Kai Thompson – Wide Receiver
  • Cole Bennett – Wide Receiver
  • Asher Lewis – Tight End
  • Logan Parker – Linebacker
  • Jackson Hill – Defensive Lineman
  • Ryan Foster – Offensive Lineman
  • Carter Allen – Defensive Back
  • Dylan Brooks – Defensive Back

Live Score Update
As of kickoff on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. ET, the score is:

Paulding Panthers 0 – Jefferson Wildcats 0

Paulding vs Jefferson teams enter the field with high energy, and the opening drives will be critical in setting the tone for a competitive and exciting game.