In Attendance: Week Six Games
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Week six kicks off tomorrow, meaning most teams are officially over the midseason hump and entering league play. Quite a few big-time games are going on during the opening week of league play, this article will preview the match-ups I…
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Continue ReadingWeek six kicks off tomorrow, meaning most teams are officially over the midseason hump and entering league play.
Quite a few big-time games are going on during the opening week of league play, this article will preview the match-ups I will attend and the players I will watch this week.
Player stats and team rankings are referenced from MaxPreps only.
Denver South (4-1) at #9 Ponderosa (4-1) | September 29, 2022 | 7:00 P.M.
Denver South will travel to Ponderosa to open league play between two powerful programs ranked in the top 10 of the 4A classification.
Denver South’s only loss was to Golden in week four, whereas Ponderosa will be looking to bounce back this week after losing to a powerful Palmer Ridge program.
Pregame Perceptions
This game will be played between two evenly matched teams, making it possible to go either way. The Ravens have a dynamic offense that can dominate on the ground and through the air, forcing defenses to be sound against both. The Mustangs’ offense also has a strong balance between the run and pass game, putting this contest in the hands of the defenses and whichever offense can control the time of possession.
If Ponderosa’s defensive front can apply pressure against the pass while containing the run, they will have an excellent opportunity to disrupt what the Ravens do best. If the defense for Denver South can stop the run and force the Mustangs to go to the air, they should be able to create opportunities for takeaways to give their offense a chance to capitalize with points.
Top Denver South Ravens
Joseph Capra
Joseph
Capra
6'1" | 165 lbs | QB
Denver South | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 QB | 59 of 78 for 1,011 YDS 16 TD, 0 INT; 38 CAR, 523 YDS, 11 TD
Chevelle Early
Chevelle
Early
RB
Denver South | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 RB | 42 CAR, 325 YDS, 5 TD
Orlando Guevara | 2024 RB/ATH | 31 CAR, 225 YDS, 2 TD; 13 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 INT, 1 PBU
Rashad Caldwell
Rashad
Caldwell
6'0" | 180 lbs | WR
Denver South | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 25 REC, 462 YDS, 10 TD; 6 TAC
CJ Morm | 2023 WR | 25 REC, 396 YDS, 3 TD
Jake Perruccio
Jake
Perruccio
WR
Denver South | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 6 REC, 152 YDS, 2 TD
Brooks Vitale | 2024 LB | 41 TCK, 2 TFL, 1 sack
Sharif Boyland | 2023 LB | 21 TCK, 5 TFL, 1 sack, 1 FMB REC
OJ Thomas
OJ
Thomas
DB
Denver South | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 FS | 17 TCK, 1 TFL, 2 PBU, 1 INT
Other Ravens to watch
Jonah Buerk
Jonah
Buerk
6'0" | 175 lbs | LB
Denver South | 2023
State
CO
| 2024 LB
Armani Vegas | 2024 CB
Andrew Shepard | 2024 LB
Top Ponderosa Mustangs
Zach Stryker | 2023 QB | 63 of 96 for 820 YDS 10 TD, 4 INT; 57 CAR, 490 YDS, 9 TD
Ethan Rodriguez | 2023 RB/LB | 37 CAR, 259 YDS, 3 TD; 42 TCK, 2 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 FF, 1 FMB REC, 1 PBU
Lyam Edwards
Lyam
Edwards
5'9" | 175 lbs | ATH
Ponderosa | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DB/WR/ATH | 22 REC, 316 YDS, 4 TD; 21 TCK, 2 INT, 2 PBU
Max Mervin
Max
Mervin
6'0" | 170 lbs | ATH
Ponderosa | 2025
State
CO
| 2025 WR/DB | 22 REC, 336 YDS, 5 TD; 3 TCK, 1 INT
Carson Keach | 2024 WR/DB | 13 REC, 134 YDS, 1 TD; 35 TCK, 2 INT, 1 PBU
Cape Olsen | 2023 LB | 64 TCK, 12 TFL, 7 QB HUR, 2 sacks
Westen Hoffschneider | 2024 DE/RB | 39 TCK, 9 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FF, 1 QB HUR; 2 CAR, 6 YDS, 1 TD
Blake Branham | 2024 LB | 38 TCK, 2 TFL, 5 QB HUR, 2 sacks, 1 INT, 1 PBU
Dawson Hadwiger | 2023 LB/TE | 23 TCK, 5 TFL, 2 PBU, 1 INT, 1 QB HUR
Other Mustangs to watch
Blake Pollock | 2023 DE/TE
Sean Davis | 2024 RB/LB
Dylan Karsteter | 2024 WR/DB
Vista Ridge (3-2) at Northfield (4-0) | Friday, September 30, 2022 | 7:00 P.M.
This match between the Vista Ridge Wolves and the Northfield Nighthawks is not a league game, but it still has the potential to be an exciting contest with significant implications. The Wolves will be traveling to Denver following a two-game win streak, whereas the Nighthawks will be looking to maintain their lossless record as they prepare for one of their toughest matches of the season.
Pregame Perceptions
Vista Ridge has arguably the most dynamic passing offense in the state, including two big-time Pac-12 commits. The biggest questions coming into this game are will the Nighthawks’ defense be able to contain the powerful Wolves’ passing attack and will their offense be capable of taking the upper hand in a potential shootout.
Northfield will be tested heavily in this match-up. If the Nighthawks come out of this match victorious, they will enter league play as serious contenders for their league and the postseason.
Top Vista Ridge Wolves
Brayden Dorman
Brayden
Dorman
6'5" | 200 lbs | QB
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 QB | 107 of 145 for 1,615 YDS, 20 TD, 6 INT; 13 CAR, 106 YDS, 3 TD
Nayshaun Hall | 2025 RB | 43 CAR, 190 YDS, 2 TD
Brandon Hills
Brandon
Hills
5'9" | 150 lbs | WR
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 43 REC, 753 YDS, 10 TD
Keyshawn Dooley
Keyshawn
Dooley
5'8" | 155 lbs | WR
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR/ATH | 32 REC, 587 YDS, 7 TD; 6 TCK, 3 PBU, 1 INT
Gavin Jenkins
Gavin
Jenkins
6'4" | 195 lbs | WR
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 17 REC, 221 YDS, 1 TD
Kobe Dooley | 2026 WR/ATH | 9 REC, 123 YDS, 3 TD; 3 TCK
Joseph Garnett
Joseph
Garnett
5'10" | 205 lbs | LB
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 ILB | 44 TCK, 10 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 PBU
Micah Kennedy | 2023 LB | 33 TCK, 7 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 QB HUR
Solomon Arnds-Volcin | 2023 LB | 30 TCK, 6 TFL, 3 PBU, 1 FMB REC, 1 BLK PNT
Other Wolves to watch
Austyn Larson | 2024
Auston Nash
Auston
Nash
DL
Vista Ridge | 2023
CO
| 2023 DE
Wesley Wright
Wesley
Wright
5'10" | 155 lbs | DB
Vista Ridge | 2024
State
CO
| 2023 DB
Top Northfield Nighthawks
Christain Love | 2024 QB | 41 of 76 for 595 YDS, 10 TD, 2 INT; 41 CAR, 145 YDS, 4 TD
Amarion Richardson | 2023 RB | 19 CAR, 202 YDS, 5 TD
Marcus Wiley | 2024 RB | 22 CAR, 167 YDS, 1 TD
Kamrin Joyce-Fairley | 2024 WR | 15 REC, 196 YDS, 4 TD
Zack Ryan | 2023 WR | 9 REC, 123 YDS, 1 TD; 1 CAR, 23 YDS, 1 TD
Jack Easterly
Jack
Easterly
6'2" | 220 lbs | LB
Northfield | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 MLB | 44 TCK, 3 TFL, 1 INT, 1 FMB REC
Connor Reece | 2024 OLB | 38 TCK, 3 TFL, 1 sack, 2 FF, 2 FMB REC
Marck Cox | 2023 DL | 22 TCK, 5 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FMB REC, 1 FF
Jalen Robinson | 2024 CB | 14 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 sack, 1 FF
Other Nighthawks to watch
Ryan Manning | 2023 WR
Kardell Collins Jr | 2023 CB
Evan Roberts | 2024 DE
#4 Grandview (4-1) at #25 Eaglecrest (5-0) | Saturday, October 1, 2022 | 6:00 P.M.
The Grandview Wolves will travel to take on the Eaglecrest Raptors to begin their league play. The Wolves’ only loss came in week three to a top-tier Ralston Valley team, whereas the Raptors will be riding a five-game win streak into their toughest match-up through the first six weeks.
Pregame Perceptions
This Centennial League rivalry has turned into a highly-anticipated game with significant implications for league contenders. The Wolves have a well-rounded program with a roster flooded with talent on both sides of the ball. The Raptors also have many highly talented players on the roster, making this a compelling contest.
With this game being Eaglecrest’s first game against a top-ranked opponent, the focus will be on whether or not the Raptors can stave off Grandview’s offensive by keeping the Wolves’ defense on the field. Grandview will have questions of their own, like will they be able to stop a dynamic run offense, and can they keep the Raptors from scoring on special teams?
Top Grandview Wolves
Liam Szarka
Liam
Szarka
6'2" | 190 lbs | QB
Grandview | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 QB | 64 of 112 for 924 YDS, 12 TD, 4 INT; 30 CAR, 284 YDS, 5TD
Donavon Vernon | 2025 RB | 56 CAR, 508 YDS, 8 TD
Chase Dahir | 2023 RB | 46 CAR, 303 YDS, 2 TD; 3 REC, 70 YDS, 1 TD
Davion Henderson | 2023 WR | 23 REC, 340 YDS, 3 TD
Simon Kibbee
Simon
Kibbee
6'8" | 240 lbs | TE
Grandview | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 TE | 18 REC, 231 YDS, 3 TD
Xavier Neto
Xavier
Neto
5'11" | 160 lbs | WR
Grandview | 2025
State
CO
| 2025 WR | 10 REC, 206 YDS, 4 TD
Max Kibbee | 2023 LB | 29 TCK, 2 TFL, 1 sack
Nkongolo Wa-Kalonji | 2024 DE | 24 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 PBU
Gibson Leafgreen
Gibson
Leafgreen
DB
Grandview | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DB | 19 TCK, 1 TFL, 6 PBU
Preston Emken | 2024 | 22 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 sack
Other Wolves to watch
Mulumba Wa-kalonji
Mulumba
Wa-kalonji
6'3" | 200 lbs | DL
Grandview | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DE/LB
Caleb Renner | 2023 DL
Braden Powers | 2025 WR
Top Eaglecrest Raptors
Jacob Schmitt | 2023 QB | 40 of 71 for 583 YDS, 10 TD, 3 INT; 46 CAR, 131 YDS
Diego Cearns
Diego
Cearns
RB
Eaglecrest | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 RB/ATH | 99 CAR, 828 YDS, 7 TD; 5 REC, 85 YDS, 1 TD; 114 KOR YDS, 1 TD
David Torres | 2023 RB | 14 CAR, 136 YDS, 1 TD
Logan Ryan | 2024 WR | 5 REC, 138 YDS, 2 TD
Burke Withycombe | 2025 WR | 6 REC, 109 YDS, 3 TD
Tyson Clark
Tyson
Clark
WR
Eaglecrest | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR/DB | 14 REC, 106 YDS, 2 TD
Peyton Taylor | 2023 CB/ATH| 21 TCK, 3 PBU, 2 INT; 196 RET YDS, 3 TDS; 2 REC, 49 YDS, 1 TD
Cam Chapa | 2024 DB | 45 TCK, 4 INT, 2 FF, 2 PBU
Ramadje Owens | 2025 QB/ATH | 43 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 sack, 1 QB HUR, 1 INT, 1 INT TD
Other Raptors to watch
Zach Mueller | 2023 LB
Brennen Stagner | 2023 LB
Jalin Jones | 2023 DB
Other notable week six matchups
There are more than a few games kicking off this week worth watching. Here is a look at my top runner-up games and a name to know from each team.
#18 Legacy (3-2) at Rangeview (2-2) | Thursday at 6:30 P.M.
Kullen Lerma – Legacy – 2024 QB/FS
Armani Patterson
Armani
Patterson
RB
Rangeview | 2023
State
CO
– Rangeview – 2023 RB
#1 Cherry Creek (4-1) at Cherokee Trail (3-2) | Thursday at 7:00 P.M.
Jordan Herron
Jordan
Herron
5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH
Cherry Creek | 2024
State
CO
– Cherry Creek – 2024 RB
Noah Greer
Noah
Greer
6'0" | 175 lbs | WR
Cherokee Trail | 2023
State
CO
– Cherokee Trail – 2023 WR
Poudre (4-1) at Rocky Mountain (3-2) | Friday at 4:30 P.M.
Quentin Harms – Poudre – 2023 QB
Will Pryor
Will
Pryor
6'3" | 235 lbs | DL
Rocky Mountain | 2023
State
CO
– Rocky Mountain – 2023 DE
#14 Pine Creek (4-1) at #19 Fountain-Fort Carson (4-1) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Mason Miller
Mason
Miller
6'3" | 225 lbs | ATH
Pine Creek | 2024
State
CO
– Pine Creek – 2025 RB/LB
Michael Madrid – F.F. Carson – 2023 LB
#16 ThunderRidge (5-0) at #24 Mountain Vista (4-1) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Kaden Shouse
Kaden
Shouse
6'0" | 225 lbs | DL
ThunderRidge | 2023
State
CO
– ThunderRidge – 2023 LB
Austyn Modrzewski
Austyn
Modrzewski
6'5" | 205 lbs | QB
Mountain Vista | 2025
State
CO
– Mountain Vista – 2025 QB
Pueblo West (4-1) at Mesa Ridge (3-2) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Gavin Lockett
Gavin
Lockett
QB
Pueblo West | 2025
State
CO
– Pueblo West – 2025 QB
Bryce Riehl – Mesa Ridge – 2025 QB
Silver Creek (3-2) at Skyline (3-2) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Cole Rogers
Cole
Rogers
5'9" | 175 lbs | RB
Silver Creek | 2024
State
CO
– Silver Creek – 2024 RB/FS
Logan Miller
Logan
Miller
5'10" | WR
Skyline | 2023
State
CO
– Skyline – 2023 WR
Steamboat Springs (3-1) at Eaton (3-1) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Jesse Harmic – Steamboat Springs – 2024 QB
Morgan Tribbett
Morgan
Tribbett
5'11" | 195 lbs | LB
Eaton | 2023
State
CO
– Eaton – 2023 DE/LB