Simeon Downs Lindblom in IHSA Class 6A Playoffs
Simeon secures a dominant victory at Stagg Stadium to advance in the state football postseason.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Simeon defeated Lindblom 36-11 on October 24 in the opening round of the IHSA Class 6A football playoffs. The win moves Simeon forward in the bracket after a high-scoring performance at Stagg Stadium in Chicago.
Why it matters
The victory allows Simeon to continue its postseason run following a competitive regular season for both schools. Both teams entered the matchup with identical 5-5 records.
Jalonny Billingsley recorded four catches for 74 yards and a 24-yard touchdown pass. The team also benefited from a 52-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Welch and a 101-yard interception return by Justice Howell.
The players
Simeon
Simeon is a Chicago-based high school football program currently holding a 5-5 record.
Lindblom
Lindblom is a Chicago-based high school football program that finished its season with a 5-5 record.
Jalonny Billingsley
Jalonny Billingsley is a playmaker for the Simeon football team who recorded four catches for 74 yards in the opening round.
Aki King
Aki King is a quarterback for the Simeon football team who completed a 52-yard touchdown pass in the playoff victory.
Justice Howell
Justice Howell is a defensive player for Simeon who scored on a 101-yard interception return during the game.
The details
Aki King provided a key 52-yard scoring play to Elijah Welch, while Justice Howell sealed the result with a defensive 101-yard interception return. Billingsley anchored the offensive production with his four receptions during the playoff win.
Timeline
The playoff game between Simeon and Lindblom took place on October 24, 2026.
Simeon is scheduled to play at Oak Lawn between October 30 and November 1, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win advances the team deeper into the IHSA Class 6A playoff bracket, keeping their state title hopes alive. The victory maintains the competitive balance of the division as they prepare for a road game against Oak Lawn.
Simeon advances to the next round of the playoffs to face Oak Lawn. Lindblom is eliminated from the postseason after finishing their campaign with a 5-5 record.
The takeaway
Simeon successfully utilized explosive plays to secure a playoff victory after an even regular season. The team now turns its attention to preparing for a challenging road matchup against Oak Lawn.
What happens next
Simeon plays at Oak Lawn during the weekend of October 30 to November 1, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local athletics, visit the Chicago Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chicago Tribune.
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