3. Lafayette Central Catholic (Ind.), 45 straightThe Knights have dominated Indiana's Class A ranks, similar to what Clairton has done in Pennsylvania, capturing the last three state championships. They are the first Hoosier football team in any class to go unbeaten three consecutive years.
"Defense has been our staple," said coach Kevin O'Shea, who returns six starters on offense and five on defense. "We have overall team speed and have averaged just 5.8 points per game on defense over the last four years."
The defensive leader is 6-foot-2, 215-pound linebacker
Ross Corporan, who led the Knights in tackles as a junior.
Guerin Catholic (Noblesville, Ind.) and Class 3A rival West Lafayette (Ind.) will be tough regular-season opponents.
