Football Recap: Mccallie Wins Going Away Against Knoxville Catholic + How To Watch

McCallie was handed a heart-breaking three-point loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Knoxville Catholic on Friday. The Blue Tornado were the clear victors by a 44-22 margin over the Fighting Irish. The win continues a trend for the Blue Tornado in their matchups with the Fighting Irish: they've now won seven in a row.

Elliott Drapeau

Passer Rating

09/19/25 vs Mission Viejo	134.5
08/22/25 @ Lipscomb Academy	133
09/05/25 vs Father Ryan	130.8
10/17/25 @ Knoxville Catholic	127.1
09/26/25 vs Heidelberg	106.3
+ 3 more games

McCallie had a senior duo take command as Elliott Drapeau threw for 130 yards and one TD and Keeyshawn Schneider Tabuteau picked up 94 receiving yards and one touchdown. Drapeau's passing game has become a key predictor of the Blue Tornado's success: the team is undefeated when his passer rating is 100 or higher, but only 1-2 otherwise.

McCallie didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Knoxville Catholic to a completion percentage of just 43.5%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from two players: Dallas Gardner and Dash Victor, who each logged one passes deflected. McCallie wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 68.4%.

McCallie's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 6-2. As for Knoxville Catholic, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. McCallie will square off against Montgomery Bell Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Big Red's defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so the Blue Tornado's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Knoxville Catholic, they will take on Christ Presbyterian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.