The Brother Rice Crusaders travel to face the Chicago Mt. Carmel Caravan in what promises to be a high-stakes conference clash. Both teams enter the matchup undefeated and are eager to maintain perfect records in this early-season showdown.
Game Info
- Matchup: Brother Rice Crusaders vs Chicago Mt. Carmel Caravan
- Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM (Local Time)
- Location: Chicago Mt. Carmel, Chicago, IL
- Tickets: Available via GoFan
- Live Stream: NFHS Network
Team Records & Season Context
Brother Rice Crusaders (Record: 5-0)
- Undefeated this season with a 5-0 overall record and 1-0 in conference play.
- Averaging 38 points per game, the Crusaders rely on a balanced offense with strong rushing and passing attacks.
- National ranking: #199, showing they are a top-tier Illinois program.
- Key leaders:
- Jaylin Green: 62.8 rushing yards/game
- CJ Gray: 190.8 passing yards/game, 224.6 total yards/game
- Jovan Green Jr.: 63.6 receiving yards/game
Chicago Mt. Carmel Caravan (Record: 5-0)
- Also undefeated at 5-0 overall, 1-0 conference, giving them home-field advantage.
- Averaging 41.8 points per game, Mt. Carmel boasts one of the state’s most potent offenses.
- National ranking: #61, giving them a slight edge in overall talent and depth.
Season Stats Comparison
| Stat | Brother Rice | Chicago Mt. Carmel |
| Total Yards/Game | 378.2 | 378.2 |
| Passing Yards/Game | 210.0 | 210.0 |
| Rushing Yards/Game | 168.2 | 205.2 |
| Points/Game | 38.0 | 41.8 |
| Tackles/Game | 48.8 | — |
| Sacks/Game | 0.2 | — |
Key Storylines
- Undefeated Battle: Both teams are 5-0, making this a potential preview for conference supremacy.
- Offensive Firepower: Expect big plays through both the air and on the ground from each squad.
- Common Opponents: Both teams defeated St. Rita and Loyola Academy, with similar scores, indicating a closely matched contest.
- Momentum: Early scoring will be critical, as both defenses have allowed points but the offenses can respond quickly.
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