League recap: Archbishop Stepinac stuns Xavier in upset

The biggest upset of the week belonged to Xavier, who took down 27th ranked Xavier, 41-3. BRANDON COLEMAN threw for 209 yards and 2 touchdowns and ran for 37 yards in the win.

Cardinal Hayes was the team that gained the most ground in the standings this week, jumping from 22nd to fourth in Catholic. Earlier in the week, the Cardinals triumphed over Bishop Ford 18-12.

COLEMAN provided a threat through the air and on the ground as Archbishop Stepinac bested the Knights. COLEMAN's favorite target this week was JERRY THOMPSON, who caught 6 passes for 92 yards.

Nick Esposito was the best receiver in the league this week as St. Anthony's beat Holy Trinity. Esposito racked up 9 receptions for 129 yards. Danny Jones helped St. Anthony's' passing attack out by catching 2 balls for 39 yards.

James McHale threw for 176 yards and 33 touchdowns. He went 12-34 with 2 interceptions.

Robert Speranza Jr was the most successful running back in the league this week. He ran for 160 yards on 15 carries as Chaminade defeated the Titans. Jack Tighe also contributed to the rushing game with 48 yards on the ground.

McHale put up the best numbers in passing as Fordham Prep lost to Monsignor Farrell. McHale's favorite target this week was Will Randall, who caught 4 passes for 72 yards.

5-foot-10 quarterback COLEMAN of the Crusaders is the league leader in passing yards this season with 329. He has also thrown 4 touchdowns. The leading receiver in the league this season is Esposito. The St. Anthony's star has 11 catches for 158 yards.

Next week's game between Archbishop Stepinac and St. Anthony's will feature a good passing match up as COLEMAN will test his arm against J.T. Caputo's defensive ability.

As it stands, the Lions are in first, while Xavier is in sixth.

Monsignor Farrell was able to crack the Top 25 in the state rankings this week after beating the Rams. The Lions came in at 20 in the state poll after placing at number 52 last week.