Following another loss by a team occupying the top spot in the MaxPreps Xcellent 25 National Football Rankings, the nation has a new No. 1 high school football team.
Bishop Gorman tops this week's poll after racing to an 8-0 record that includes victories over St. John Bosco and Bingham, both of whom are nationally ranked this week.
A loss by Don Bosco Prep to Paramus Catholic paved the way for Bishop Gorman's ascent. It also allowed Paramus Catholic to enjoy a major boost in the rankings as well.
As league play continues in most states, the rankings likely will continue to fluctuate heading into the playoffs.
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MaxPreps Xcellent 25 National Football Rankings
Carey Conner (left) and Bishop Gorman are the top team in the nation now.
Photo by Jann Hendry
The Gaels routed Durango 77-0 to claim the top spot.
2. (4) De La Salle (Concord, Calif.), 7-0De La Salle proved to be too much for James Logan, winning 55-7.
3. (5) Allen (Texas), 7-0Allen led winless Hebron 16-7 at the half, then pulled away for a 44-10 victory.
4. (20) Paramus Catholic (N.J.), 6-0Paramus Catholic's defense looked spectacular in a 21-14 victory over then-No. 1 Don Bocso Prep.
5. (3) Washington (Miami), 7-0Washington looked sloppy at times, but held off rival Northwestern 27-12.
