Region1-
Kindred (4-0) @ Oakes (3-1)
Here's a matchup of two of the better teams in one of the deepest regions in 11A football. Kindred controls their own destiny having a big win over Central Cass early in the year. Oakes lost a very close 7-0 game to that same CC team a week later. A lot changes from weeks 1 & 2 to week 6 though. This will be Kindred's biggest test since losing their ultra-talented RB/DB a few weeks back. On the other hand, this is Oakes' best chance to have any chance at a home playoff game, by getting a win here (They would likely need to win out for this to happen). I'll take Kindred in this one 34-18.
Region 1-2
Carrington (4-1) vs. Lisbon (3-1)
Lisbon plays host to this non-regional matchup between two teams who if the season ended today could very likely be 1st round play-off opponents. I think this could be a fun matchup to compare how these two regions stack up with one another. This should be a physical game. Carrington's only loss came week 1 in a controversial game with Bottineau while Lisbon's blemish came just a week ago at the hands of Central Cass. It will be interesting to see how the Broncos rebound from that loss. I think it will be tight, but I'll take the home team to win 28-21.
Region 2-
Bottineau (2-3) @ Thompson (2-3)
Here's a battle between two playoff teams from last season who are in the thick of it to battle for a playoff spot this year. Both teams have 2-3 records and desperately need a win to bolster their playoff hopes. I think Bottineau has been a little more consistent, but have heard rumors of a key player possibly being injured. I'm going to go with Bottineau in a close one- 28-24.
Region 3
Stanley (3-2) @ Bishop Ryan (3-2)
These two teams look to be jockeying for playoff position within the region. Despite their 3-2 records, both are a perfect 3-0 in regional play. I'm not sure either of them will knock off Velva, but a win here gives them a very legitimate shot at a home playoff game down the road. I"m going with the Lions 42-20
Region 4-
Shiloh Christian (5-0) @ Dickinson Trinity (5-0)
Someone's "0" Must go! The Region 4 Title is pretty much up for grabs! Both teams have explosive offenses that have lit up the scoreboard all season. Dickinson Trinity may be more battle tested, playing a tougher non-conference schedule to open the season, but Shiloh has completely dominated everyone they have played. This should be a great game and I expect a lot of scoring. I'm going to predict what may be considered a slight upset- Shiloh wins 49-42.
Top 10 teams of the week:
1- Velva
2- Langdon
3- Kindred
4- Trinity
5- Shiloh
6- Central Cass
7- Oakes
8- Bishop Ryan
9- DLB
10- Harvey