Tennessee Spotlight Game of the Week: McCallie vs Mission Viejo

McCallie takes on Mission Viejo in the Tennessee Spotlight Game of the Week.

Written By: Jay Pace (@TheRealJayPace)

Mission Viejo (CA) at McCallie (TN)

Fri. Sept. 19, 2025 — 7:00 p.m. CT, Spears Stadium (Chattanooga)

Records

Mission Viejo (4–0)

McCallie         (3–1)

Head Coaches

Mission Viejo

Chad Johnson (7th season; CIF state championship in 2023)

McCallie

Joel Bradford (2nd season; promoted in 2023;.

Longtime OC; Ralph Potter, DC, former head coach with 5 state titles)

Series History

First meeting ever 

Players To Watch

MISSION VIEJO DIABLOS

QB     Luke Fahey (Sr.)

DL     Jayden “JD” Hill (Sr)

WR    KJ Woodbury (Jr.)

DB     Jeron Jones (Sr)

K/P    Caleb Sylvia (Jr)

McCALLIE BLUE TORNADOES

WR   Keeyshawn Tabuteau (Sr)

 LB   Cooper Gentle (Sr)

QB    Elliott Drapeau (Sr.) 

OL    Daniel Cepicky (Sr.) OL    Moussa Seck (Sr.), 

 K     Joseph Brewer (Jr.)

Keys To The Game

1. Line of Scrimmage

McCallie’s senior-heavy offensive line vs. Mission Viejo’s disruptive front led by JD Hill.

2. Explosives vs. Clock

Mission Viejo thrives on chunk plays and tempo; McCallie must grind drives and control possession.

3. Turnovers & Special Teams

Sylvia’s ability to flip the field  vs. Brewer’s consistency could decide hidden yardage.

Tempo vs. Physicality

This is a clash of styles. Mission Viejo brings tempo, spacing, and explosive playmakers, while McCallie leans on physical line play and a disciplined defense. Expect Mission Viejo to start fast and McCallie to fight to shorten the game.

Prediction

McCallie        27 

Mission Viejo  20