The New Jersey high school football playoffs are right around the corner.

It starts with public schools beginning their paths to state championships next week.

The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association will release the official 2025 NJSIAA/Xfinity Football State Championships tournament playoff brackets Sunday for public schools, but here’s an advance look at what we expect you’ll see tomorrow.

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