Monroe football defeats Edison in 2026 season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 9:39 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Monroe football opened its 2026 season with a 66-0 victory against Edison/SOTA/Padilla/SWW. The game occurred only two days after the team held a ceremony to receive championship rings for its 2025 state title run. Brien Walker led the offensive effort with three early touchdown receptions, while Pooty Cunningham accounted for six total scores, including five touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown. Ray Garcia also contributed to the scoring by finding the end zone on a rush and a punt return. The win marks a 1-0 start to the campaign for the Red Jackets as they begin their defense of the state championship.
- •Monroe football won 66-0 against Edison/SOTA/Padilla/SWW.
- •Brien Walker caught three touchdown passes early in the game.
- •Pooty Cunningham recorded five passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown.
- •Ray Garcia scored on a ground play and a punt return.
- •The victory moves Monroe to a 1-0 record for the 2026 season.
- 9:39 PMYahoo Sports — Monroe football starts state title defense with blowout win at Edison
"The champs are back. Monroe football didn't miss a beat in its 2026 season opener at Edison.
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