Weekend Football Slate
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Northern Arizona has won 14 of the last 15 meetings with Idaho State dating to 2005; Idaho State’s last victory in the series was in 2018.
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Shaker entered the matchup 4-0 and ninth in the state rankings, averaging 40.5 points and 323.3 rushing yards per game. Five players had already rushed for more than 150 yards on the season.
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Lake’s win over CVCA was its first game this season scoring more than 14 points. Quarterback Max Pisano threw for 244 yards and three touchdowns, and Lake was ranked 11th in Division III, Region 9 for computer points.
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Wickliffe’s Cole Vanatta and Nick Oboczky combined for 377 rushing yards in their previous game; Vanatta set a career high with 232 yards and four touchdowns. Wickliffe’s starting quarterback, Dominic Porcello, was out for the season, with Jagz Zivnoska taking over.
Football fans face a slate of ranked matchups and title showdowns this week. In Montana, No. 12 Idaho State hosts No. 19 Northern Arizona in a Big Sky battle, with the Lumberjacks seeking to extend their dominance—they've won four straight meetings Montana Sports. Meanwhile, unbeaten Shaker brings a devastating rushing attack into a ranked Class AA clash in New York against Saratoga, which is defending its section title.
In Ohio, Lake chases its second straight victory against Elyria Catholic, while Cuyahoga Heights and Wickliffe collide for the CVC Metro title and playoff positioning. News10 reports Shaker is averaging over 40 points per game behind five rushers who have each surpassed 150 yards this season.
Northern Arizona Aims to Break Big Sky Dominance
Northern Arizona and Idaho State meet in a top-20 showdown with massive stakes. The Lumberjacks have controlled this series for two decades—winning 14 of the last 15 meetings since 2005 Montana Sports. Idaho State's sole victory came in 2018, making this a must-win for the Bengals to reclaim their standing in the Big Sky Conference.
Shaker's Perfect Record and Historic Rushing Dominance
Shaker High enters its ranked matchup against Saratoga undefeated and ninth in state rankings. The team is averaging 40.5 points and 323.3 rushing yards per game News10. Five different rushers have already crossed 150 yards for the season—a rare display of offensive depth that overwhelms defenses.
Saratoga, the defending section champion, comes in 3-1 and ranked No. 21 in Class AA News10. The Streaks will need to slow down Shaker's ground game or risk their undefeated opponent scoring 40-plus points for a fifth straight week.
Lake Seeks Momentum Against Elyria Catholic
Lake is riding high after its first 14-plus point performance this season. The Vikings beat CVCA behind quarterback Max Pisano, who threw for 244 yards and three touchdowns. Lake ranks 11th in Division III, Region 9 for computer points and now faces Elyria Catholic's defense led by Donovan Shumpert, who scored two touchdowns last week.
Wickliffe's Ground Game Battles for CVC Metro Crown
Wickliffe and Cuyahoga Heights are playing for the CVC Metro title and playoff points. Wickliffe's rushing attack is fearsome—Cole Vanatta and Nick Oboczky combined for 377 yards in their last game. Vanatta set a career high with 232 yards and four touchdowns, showing explosive power. However, Wickliffe is without starting quarterback Dominic Porcello, who is out for the season. Jagz Zivnoska has taken over at the position.
Cuyahoga Heights counters with quarterback Zach Shafer leading the offense. The title implications make this matchup critical for playoff positioning in the closing weeks of the season.
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