Charlotte's Independence is back in the rankings, just in time for a battle with Butler (Matthews, N.C.). The Patriots, who had their 109-game winning streak snapped when they lost their opener to Elder (Cincinnati) at the Herbstreit Challenge in Ohio, have regrouped to win eight straight.
Also facing a local challenge this week is Don Bosco Prep (Ramsey, N.J.), who will renew their rivalry with Bergen Catholic (Oradell, N.J.) Saturday at home.
| High School Football Power Rankings |
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Northwestern (Miami) (8-0) Last week: The Bulls captured the District 13-6A title with a 24-12 win over rival Central (Miami).
Next: At Hialeah (Fla.) Saturday. |
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2 |
St. Xavier (Cincinnati) (10-0) Last week: The Bombers finished the regular season unbeaten despite playing the nation's toughest schedule, after a 28-14 win over Moeller (Cincinnati).
Next: Host Elder (Cincinnati) Saturday. |
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3 |
South Panola (Batesville, Miss.) (7-0) Last week: The Tigers pushed past Southaven (Miss.) with 351 rushing yards in a win 27-14.
Next: Host Starkville (Miss.) Friday. |
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4 |
Carroll (Southlake, Texas) (7-1) Last week: Operating out of the spread offense, Tre' Newton rushed for 194 yards and three toucdowns in a 42-13 win over Keller (Texas).
Next: Red-hot Dragons face a late-season test against streaking Grapevine (Texas) Thursday night. |
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5 |
Katy (Texas) (8-0) Last week: Four touchdown passes by quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell gave the Tigers an easy 38-9 win over cross-city rival Cinco Ranch (Katy, Texas).
Next: Struggling Alief Elsik (Houston) poses little threat to well-rounded Tigers. |
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Mater Dei (Santa Ana, Calif.) (8-0) Last week: The game against St. John Bosco (Bellflower, Calif.) was cancelled due to the wildfires.
Next: A formidable challenge awaits Monarchs as competitive Lutheran (Orange, Calif.) visits Friday. |
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7 |
Hamilton (Chandler, Ariz.) (10-0) Last week: Quarterback Gerell Robinson ran for two touchdowns and passed for two more in 44-8 win over Mesquite (Gilbert, Ariz.)
Next: Fiesta Region title is on the line when Chandler (Ariz.) visits Friday night. |
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8 |
Maryville (Tenn.) (8-0) Last week: The Rebels ran to a 38-30 victory over Hills (Knoxville, Tenn.).
Next: The Rebels seek fourth straight unbeaten regular season against winless Lenoir City (Tenn.) Friday night. |
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Colerain (Cincinnati) (9-0) Last week: Tailback Dominique Sherrer rushed for 182 yards on 13 carries in a 35-7 win over Oak Hills (Cincinnati).
Next: Host Clayton Northmont (Ohio) Saturday. |
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Booker T. Washington (Miami) (7-0) Last week: The stingy Tornadoes are allowing a scant 3.4 point per game.
Next: Host Jackson (Miami) Friday night. |
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11 |
Northside (Warner Robins, Ga.) (8-0) Last week: Bye.
Next: Host Westside (Macon, Ga.) Friday. |
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Prattville (Ala.) (10-0) Last week: Special teams were the difference as the Lions blocked three punts in a 55-21 win over Selma (Ala.).
Next: Host Woodlawn (Birmingham) Friday night. |
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