In Attendance: Week Eight Games
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Week eight kicks off tomorrow, meaning teams are in the thick of league play and fighting for their shot at making the playoffs. There are several big-time games going on this week, and this article will preview the match-ups I…
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Continue ReadingWeek eight kicks off tomorrow, meaning teams are in the thick of league play and fighting for their shot at making the playoffs.
There are several big-time games going on this week, and this article will preview the match-ups I will attend and the players on the radar.
#5 Columbine (6-1) at Arvada West (3-4) | Thursday, October 13, 2022 | 7:00 P.M.
The Columbine Rebels will travel to Arvada to take on the Wildcats in a contest between two Jeffco schools.
The Rebels will be looking to get back on track after a close loss to a powerful Ralston Valley team. The Wildcats are coming off a win over Lakewood and look to continue their success on Thursday.
Pregame Perceptions
Columbine has continued its reign as one of the more dominant programs in the state with a formidable rushing attack. Arvada West went through a brutal schedule for the first half of the season while flashing promising talent and a dangerous pass offense.
With the Rebels being a run-heavy team, this game is likely to be decided by whether or not the Wildcats’ defense will be able to contain the run and force the offense to have unsuccessful drives. If not, there will be a high probability of Columbine controlling the clock and running away with this game.
Top Columbine Rebels
Reeve Holliday | 2024 QB | 8 of 13 for 148 YDS, 3 TD; 6 CAR, 120 YDS, 2 TD
Brayden Harvey | 2023 QB | 9 of 21 for 122 YDS, 3 TD, 1 IN; 20 CAR, 131 YDS, 1 TD
Marquane Taylor
Marquane
Taylor
5'6" | 165 lbs | RB
Columbine | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 RB | 118 CAR, 898 YDS, 16 TD; 2 REC, 52 YDS, 1 TD; 4 TCK
Josh Snyder
Josh
Snyder
RB
Columbine | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 RB | 111 CAR, 892 YDS, 8 TD; 9 REC, 177 YDS, 2 TD; 6 TCK, 1 INT
James Cillessen
James
Cillessen
5'11" | 220 lbs | LB
Columbine | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 LB/RB | 29 CAR, 171 YDS, 1 TD; 4 REC, 51 YDS, 2 TD; 49 TCK, 1 sack
Peyton Wainwright | 2023 LB | 49 TCK, 4 INT, 1 FMB REC
Sam Schraeder | 2023 LB | 25 TCK, 1 INT
Rocky Shields
Rocky
Shields
6'3" | 255 lbs | DL
Columbine | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DL | 15 TCK, 1 FF
Canon Burcar | 2023 DB | 15 TCK, 1 INT
Other Rebels to watch
Alex Cook | 2023 OL
Mason Moreno | 2024 RB/SS
James Basinger
James
Basinger
5'10" | 195 lbs | RB
Columbine | 2025
State
CO
| 2025 RB/DB
Top Arvada West Wildcats
Ethan Cook
Ethan
Cook
6'3" | 175 lbs | QB
Arvada West | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 QB | 117 of 209 for 1,951 YDS, 23 TD, 12 INT; 36 CAR, 43 YDS, 1 TD
Adrian Symalla | 2026 RB | 71 CAR, 310 YDS, 3 TD; 4 REC, 26 YDS
Brady Witherspoon
Brady
Witherspoon
6'4" | 200 lbs | WR
Arvada West | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 46 REC, 924 YDS, 13 TD
Drew Martinez | 2023 WR | 26 REC, 470 YDS, 6 TD
Yency Alvino | 2023 WR | 19 REC, 290 YDS, 2 TD
Zion Thomas | 2023 WR | 19 REC, 282 YDS, 3 TD
Charlie Smith
Charlie
Smith
LB
Arvada West | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 LB/SS | 72 TCK, 5 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FF
Vincent Vigil | 2025 OLB | 64 TCK, 7 TFL, 3 sacks, 1 INT
Aden Guenther | 2023 DB | 31 TCK, 1 TFL, 4 INT, 1 PBU
Chris Roesener | 2024 LB | 28 TCK, 6 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 FMB REC
Other Wildcats to watch
Reese Dixon | 2023 OLB
Nick Hoskins | 2023 S
Tegan Schantz | 2024 LB
#21 Eaglecrest (6-1) at #1 Cherry Creek (6-1) | Friday, October 14, 2022 | 7:30 P.M.
The Eaglecrest Raptors will travel to Greenwood Village to take on the Cherry Creek Bruins in a highly anticipated Centennial League contest. Both teams have elite talent on their rosters, making it no surprise that each is coming off a dominant shutout over their previous opponent.
Pregame Perceptions
The contest between the Raptors and the Bruins will be a battle won on behalf of the linemen for either team. Both programs have more than a few skill players who can instantly change the tide of a game, putting the spotlight on the players in the trenches.
Controlling the line of scrimmage will be crucial in Friday’s game. Both offensive fronts have been successful in the run game this season, making it safe to assume that this matchup will be a run-heavy game. The difference maker for the Bruins will be their dynamic offensive capabilities and the championship-caliber defensive unit. The questions for the Raptors will focus on whether or not their offense can keep the Bruins’ defense on the field and if the Eaglecrest defense can contain Cherry Creek to force punts and give the Raptors a chance at capitalizing on special teams.
Top Eaglecrest Raptors
Jacob Schmitt | 2023 QB | 65 of 107 for 837 YDS, 13 TD, 5 INT; 58 CAR 163 YDS
Diego Cearns
Diego
Cearns
RB
Eaglecrest | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 RB/ATH | 159 CAR, 1,115 YDS, 9 TD; 9 REC, 104 YDS, 1 TD, 2 RTN TD
Peyton Taylor | 2023 CB/ATH | 29 TCK, 4 PBU, 2 INT; 4 REC, 62 YDS, 2 TD, 3 RTN TD
Tyson Clark
Tyson
Clark
WR
Eaglecrest | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 18 REC, 151 YDS, 2 TD
Logan Ryan | 2024 WR | 8 REC, 192 YDS, 2 TD
Cam Chapa | 2024 DB | 59 TCK, 6 INT, 3 PBU, 2 FF
Ramadje Owens | 2025 ATH | 54 TCK, 1 TFL, 1 sack, 1 QB HUR, 2 INT, 1 FF, 1 FMB REC
Zach Mueller | 2023 LB | 54 TCK, 1 sack, 1 QB HUR,
Brennen Stagner | 2023 LB | 41 TCK, 3 TFL, 1 INT
Jalin Jones | 2023 CB | 27 TCK, 1 INT, 1 FMB REC, 1 PBU
Other Raptors to watch
Carson Shepard | 2023 OL
Kael Weatherby
Kael
Weatherby
6'4" | 295 lbs | OL
Eaglecrest | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 OL
Brandon Replogle | 2025 DL
Top Cherry Creek Bruins
Brian Rudden | 2023 QB | 32 of 54 for 378 YDS, 5 TD, 1 INT
Jordan Herron
Jordan
Herron
5'10" | 155 lbs | ATH
Cherry Creek | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 RB | 76 CAR, 633 YDS, 7 TD; 10 REC, 191 YDS, 1 TD
Carlson Tann
Carlson
Tann
5'10" | 175 lbs | RB
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 RB | 83 CAR, 596 YDS, 6 TD, 3 REC, 26 YDS, 1 TD
Ismael Cisse
Ismael
Cisse
6'0" | 175 lbs | WR
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 27 REC, 484 YDS, 8 TD
Kyair Johnston
Kyair
Johnston
5'7" | WR
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR | 22 REC, 200 YDS, 2 TD
Blake Purchase
Blake
Purchase
6'4" | 230 lbs | DL
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 EDGE | 29 TCK, 1 TFL, 11 sacks, 4 PBU, 1 FF
Angelo Petrides
Angelo
Petrides
6'2" | 225 lbs | LB
Cherry Creek | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 LB | 55 TCK, 6 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FF
Chase Brackney
Chase
Brackney
6'4" | 240 lbs | DL
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DE | 36 TCK, 1 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FF, 1 FMB REC
Logan Brantley
Logan
Brantley
6'2" | 200 lbs | LB
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 OLB/SS | 28 TCK, 2 TFL, 1 sack, 1 FF, 5 PBU, 4 INT, 2 TD
Aidan Knapke | 2025 FS | 31 TCK, 1 INT
Other Bruins to watch
Taki Dadiotis
Taki
Dadiotis
6'2" | 275 lbs | OL
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 OL
Jake Howell | 2024 LB
Braylen Warren
Braylen
Warren
6'2" | 175 lbs | DB
Cherry Creek | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DB
#3 Valor Christian (5-2) at #9 Rock Canyon (6-1) | Saturday, October 15, 2022 | 1:00 P.M.
The Valor Christian Eagles will be challenging the Rock Canyon Jaguars in what is expected to be an exciting league game. The Eagles are entering this contest on a three-game winning streak, whereas the Jaguars are coming off their first loss in a game that was decided on a nail-biting final play.
Pregame Perceptions
This is an exciting match-up between two teams that have been on a roll for most of the season. The Eagles have appeared to be in solid playoff form these last few weeks. Their offensive line works like a finely tuned machine, allowing the offense to establish its run-first identity. The Jaguars are another run-heavy team, making time-of-possession a top priority for both teams.
This will likely be the most formidable line the Jaguars will face, putting the spotlight on the offensive and defensive front for Rock Canyon. If the Jaguars can succeed in the trenches and maintain their average of seven yards a carry, they should have a legitimate shot at pulling off the upset.
Top Valor Christian Eagles
Asher Weiner
Asher
Weiner
6'5" | QB
Valor Christian | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 QB | 36 of 56 for 431 UDS, 5 TD, 1 INT; 43 CAR, 299 YDS, 3 TD
Gabe Sawchuk
Gabe
Sawchuk
5'10" | 165 lbs | RB
Valor Christian | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 RB | 50 CAR, 335 YDS, 4 TD; 6 REC, 43 YDS; 4 TCK, 1 PBU
Jake Krekeler
Jake
Krekeler
5'10" | 195 lbs | WR
Argyle | 2024
TX
| 2024 WR | 13 REC, 200 YDS, 3 TD; 19 CAR, 143 YDS, 3 TD; 15 TCK, 1 TFL
Ramon Bradley | 2023 LB/RB | 56 TCK, 5 TFL, 1 sack, 2 PBU, 2 FF, 1 FMB REC; 20 CAR, 186 YDS, 2 TD; 2 REC, 28 YDS
Trey Stott
Trey
Stott
5'11" | 195 lbs | DB
Valor Christian | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 FS/ATH | 44 TCK, 1 INT; 35 CAR, 115 YDS, 4 TD; 1 REC, 67 YDS
AJ Jordan
AJ
Jordan
DL
Vista Ridge | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DE/TE | 28 TCK, 4 TFL, 3 sacks, 2 REC, 14 YDS, 1 TD
Rowdy Beers | 2023 TE/DE | 6 REC, 67 YDS, 2 TD; 11 TCK, 4 TFL, 3 sacks, 3 PBU
Jake Isernhagen | 2023 RB | 38 CAR, 158 YDS, 2 TD;
Gavin Bibik | 2023 DB | 46 TCK, 3 TFL, 1 PBU
Brody Bliek
Brody
Bliek
6'3" | 270 lbs | DL
Valor Christian | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 DL/OL | 22 TCK, 3 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 QB HUR, 1 FG BLK
Other Eagles to watch
Owen Downing | 2023 OL/DL
Chase Zimmerman | 2024 LB
Breck Kolojay
Breck
Kolojay
6'4" | 240 lbs | OL
IMG Academy | 2026
CO
| 2026 OL
Top Rock Canyon Jaguars
Luke Wennogle | 2023 QB | 30 of 65 for 368 YDS, 3 TD, 4 INT; 38 CAR, 245 YDS, 3 TD
Aidan Duda
Aidan
Duda
RB
Rock Canyon | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 RB | 151 CAR, 1,068 YDS, 11 TD; 1 REC, 10 YDS
Dean Chisolm
Dean
Chisolm
RB
Rock Canyon | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 WR/DB | 75 CAR, 535 YDS, 3 TD; 3 REC, 54 YDS, 1 TD
DeAndre Horn
DeAndre
Horn
6'3" | 210 lbs | TE
Rock Canyon | 2023
State
CO
| 2023 TE/LB | 9 CAR, 34 YDS, 2 TD; 14 REC, 226 YDS, 2 TD
Austin Bowker
Austin
Bowker
6'3" | WR
Rock Canyon | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 WR/FS | 7 CAR, 107 YDS, 1 TD; 5 REC, 71 YDS, 1 TD; 39 TCK, 5 PBU, 2 INT
Ryland Mill | 2023 LB | 54 TCK, 2 TFL, 2 sacks, 2 FF, 1 QB HUR, 1 PBU
Brady Campbell | 2024 LB | 36 TCK, 2 QB HUR, 1 sack, 3 PBU, 1 INT
Will Rosenmeyer
Will
Rosenmeyer
6'1" | 175 lbs | DB
Rock Canyon | 2024
State
CO
| 2024 CB | 37 TCK, 1 TFL, 2 PBU, 1 INT
Nathaniel Watson | 2023 DB | 30 TCK, 1 QB HUR, 3 PBU, 1 INT
Other Jaguars to watch
Grant Robinson
Grant
Robinson
6'1" | 170 lbs | DB
Rock Canyon | 2023
CO
| 2023 DB
Breck Saenger | 2023 K
Lukas Gunther | 2023 LB
Other notable week seven 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.
Golden (4-3) at Dakota Ridge (3-4) | Thursday at 6:00 P.M.
Jazel Riley IV
Jazel
Riley IV
6'2" | 210 lbs | QB
Golden | 2023
State
CO
– Golden – 2023 QB
Noah Triplett
Noah
Triplett
5'9" | 170 lbs | RB
Dakota Ridge | 2023
State
CO
– Dakota Ridge – 2023 RB/ATH
#17 Roosevelt (6-0) at Northridge (6-0) | Thursday at 6:30 P.M.
Bronco Hartson
Bronco
Hartson
6'0" | 195 lbs | QB
Roosevelt | 2024
State
CO
– Roosevelt – 2024 QB
Isaac Kness – Northridge – 2023 RB/LB
#13 Arapahoe (4-3) at Cherokee Trail (3-4) | Thursday at 7:00 P.M.
Michael Moynihan – Arapahoe – 2024 QB
Eliot Ming – Cherokee Trail – 2025 QB
Skyline (4-3) at #16 Loveland (6-1) | Thursday at 7:00 P.M.
Kaiden Box
Kaiden
Box
6'4" | 195 lbs | QB
Skyline | 2023
State
CO
– Skyline – 2023 QB
Garrett Harstad
Garrett
Harstad
6'5" | 195 lbs | ATH
Loveland | 2023
State
CO
– Loveland – 2023 QB/ATH
#20 Legend (5-2) at #11 Pine Creek (5-2) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
John Brookhart – Legend – 2023 QB
Mason Miller
Mason
Miller
6'3" | 225 lbs | ATH
Pine Creek | 2024
State
CO
– Pine Creek – 2024 RB/LB
Far Northeast (4-3) at #14 Ponderosa (5-2) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Dre’Monti Jackson
Dre’Monti
Jackson
ATH
Far Northeast | 2023
State
CO
– Far Northeast – 2023 ATH
Zach Stryker – Ponderosa – 2023 QB
Rocky Mountain (4-3) at #19 Fossil Ridge (6-1) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Abraham Chatila – Rocky Mountain – 2024 RB
Colton Pawlak – Fossil Ridge – 2025 QB/ATH
Englewood (4-2) at The Classical Academy (6-0) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Carson Campbell – Englewood – 2025 QB
Ethan Aragundi – The Classical Academy – 2023 RB/LB
Berthoud (5-1) at Eaton (5-1) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Alex Larson – Berthoud – 2024 LB/RB
Morgan Tribbett
Morgan
Tribbett
5'11" | 195 lbs | LB
Eaton | 2023
State
CO
– Eaton – 2023 LB/RB
Air Academy (5-2) at #6 Palmer Ridge (7-0) | Friday at 7:00 P.M.
Sam Beers
Sam
Beers
5'10" | 200 lbs | RB
Air Academy | 2023
State
CO
– Air Academy – 2023 RB
Nathaniel Robinson
Nathaniel
Robinson
5'9" | 185 lbs | RB
Palmer Ridge | 2023
State
CO
– Palmer Ridge – 2023 RB
Littleton (5-1) at Evergreen (4-2) | Saturday at 1:00 P.M.
Aidan Lauer
Aidan
Lauer
ATH
Littleton | 2023
State
CO
– Littleton – 2023 WR/CB
Tommy Poholsky
Tommy
Poholsky
6'1" | 175 lbs | QB
Evergreen | 2023
State
CO
– Evergreen – 2023 QB