Week 10 of the 2026 high school football season brings a slate of crucial contests across the Ohio‑Indiana‑Kentucky tri‑state area. With playoff spots on the line, coaches, players and fans are eager to see which programs can finish the regular season strong.
Northwest vs. Harrison
The Northwest Knights (8‑1) travel to #14 Harrison, a team that recently fell to La Salle. Northwest’s offense is powered by dual‑threat quarterback Jaylen Lilly, who has thrown for over 700 yards and 13 touchdowns while rushing for more than 1,000 yards and 12 scores. Tailback Ethan Dixion adds 922 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Defensively, Kaleb Peters leads the tackle count.
Harrison, now 7‑2, relies on quarterback Brady Lawhon (1,884 passing yards, 19 touchdowns) and a solid rushing attack from Wyatt Dennis (633 yards, six touchdowns). The Wildcats will look to bounce back at home, but Northwest’s balanced attack makes them the team to watch.
Betting tip: Expect Harrison to secure a convincing home victory.
Lebanon at #7 Winton Woods
Lebanon enters the game after a dominant performance that saw them score more than 40 points. Their offense centers on ECC leading rusher Logan Schmenk, who has amassed 1,399 yards and 23 touchdowns. Quarterback Mason Reed (1,401 passing yards, 13 touchdowns) also contributes on the ground with 337 yards and four scores.
Winton Woods, coming off a loss to Anderson, will rely on running back Zeke Garrett (941 yards, 13 touchdowns) and a defense anchored by Christian Coston and Terrence Moore. The Warriors need a strong showing to stay on track for the region‑4 playoffs.
Betting tip: Back Winton Woods to win at home.
New Richmond at Wilmington
Both teams sit at 5‑4 and are fighting for a winning record in the final regular‑season game. New Richmond’s quarterback Brady Young has thrown for 2,165 yards and 20 touchdowns, spreading the ball to receivers Peyton Abner and James Vail.
Wilmington counters with a solid ground game led by Jaidyn Collier (947 yards, 10 touchdowns) and Josiah Puller (773 yards, nine touchdowns). The outcome will hinge on which side can impose its style of play.
Betting tip: Choose Wilmington to claim the home win.
Ryle at Simon Kenton
Ryle and Simon Kenton both sit at 4‑4, mirroring each other’s season trajectories. Ryle averages 14.6 points per game, while Simon Kenton edges just over 20. A sixth‑district title is at stake; a Ryle win would clinch it outright, whereas Simon Kenton would need outside help.
Ryle’s running game features Cruze Sauley and Xavier Collins, with sophomore quarterback Brody Smith managing the offense. Simon Kenton leans on junior quarterback Grant Webb, a dynamic runner who can keep the offense moving.
Betting tip: Back Ryle to capture the district title.
Additional Highlights
Don’t miss the Blitz 5 Tour’s featured game: #24 McNicholas at #19 Badin. Other notable matchups include #16 Fairfield vs. #1 Princeton, #2 Lakota West at #21 Oak Hills, and #18 Colerain at #22 Mason in Ohio, as well as Madison vs. #10 East Central in Indiana and #8 Highlands at Scott County in Kentucky.
These week‑10 contests will shape the playoff picture across the tri‑state region, offering plenty of excitement for players, families and local supporters.
Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.
