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Kennedy football aims for deep playoff run in 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Kennedy football aims for deep playoff run in 2026 season

Summary

John F. Kennedy football is setting its sights on a deeper playoff run in the 2026 season after six consecutive playoff appearances. Head coach Lynarise Elpheage emphasized the team's commitment to improving and overcoming previous hurdles, reflecting on their advancement to the Division II Select quarterfinals in recent years. With ten returning starters, including a strengthened roster from a recent merger with Frederick Douglass High School, the Cougars are focused on building teamwork and camaraderie. They will test their progress in an upcoming scrimmage against John Ehret on August 19 and face Warren Easton in a jamboree on August 28.

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•Kennedy has made six straight playoff appearances.
•The Cougars advanced to the Division II Select quarterfinals three times recently.
•Ten starters return for the 2026 season, seven on offense.
•Kennedy merged with Frederick Douglass High School for added depth.
•The Cougars will scrimmage John Ehret on August 19.

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2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Kennedy football has its sights set on a deep playoff run in the 2026 season

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The Cougars have advanced to the quarterfinal round three times in the last six years, and they are committed to making a deeper run in 2026.
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