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Eastern football prepares for season under coach Roman Morris

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:55 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Eastern football prepares for season under coach Roman Morris

Summary

Eastern football head coach Roman Morris anticipates a talented squad for the 2026 season. Despite the graduation of star quarterback Jeremiah Hubbard, his younger brother, Nijel Hubbard, steps in as the new starter. Zion Hubbard is set to play a key role as a senior leader. The team faces a challenging September schedule, starting with a home game against New Town on August 28.

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Key Details

•Roman Morris claims this team may be his most talented yet.
•Nijel Hubbard replaces his brother as starting quarterback.
•Zion Hubbard returns as a senior cornerback and wide receiver.
•Eastern's first game is against New Town on August 28.
•They will face tough opponents like Flowers and Gonzaga in September.

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WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Eastern football head coach Roman Morris believes that this year’s squad might be the most talented team he’s ever coached. He believes that even after his 2025 team won the DCSSAA title. Despite losing their star quarterback Jeremiah Hubbard due to his graduation, Morris said that this year’s team is […]
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