The Rest of the Best in DuPage County
Downers Grove North (1-1, 0-0) at Lyons Twp. (2-0, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: After combining for 49 first-quarter points last week, a quick start is of upmost importance. So are turnovers. The Lions covered five Addison Trail fumbles last week and Downers North, which churned nearly 300 rushing yards, recovered two.
Fenton (1-1) at Glenbard South (0-2)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: Fenton struggled little in a 46-6 win over Hope led by new quarterback Sean Havlovic, who threw for 129 yards, and safety Adam Kadlec, who snared 4 interceptions. The shorthanded Raiders seek a win over a future Metro Suburban Conference rival.
Glenbard East (2-0, 0-0) at WW South (2-0, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: The Rams aim to control the ball on the ground to keep WW South's offense off the field and avoid the pass rush of defensive end Will Davis. The Tigers' commitment to Matt Rogers' run game last week showed their massive offensive potential.
Hinsdale South (1-1, 0-0) at Addison Trail (0-2, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: Last week Hinsdale South had a punt blocked, a fumble returned for a touchdown and a kick returned for a score. The Blazers fumbled five times but Anthony Catanese, Anthony Messina and Delricien Smith each rushed for over 100 yards.
Lisle (0-2, 0-0) at Westmont (1-1, 0-0)
Game time: 7 p.m. today
The quick hit: Lisle's Dan Sanko holds a 3-1 lead in the Old Plank Road Trophy game over his former player and assistant, Mark Orszula. Pat Heatherly and Terrance Allen head a strong Lion defense; now to get back Anthony Ventrella more than 7 touches.
Marian Catholic (1-1, 0-0) at Benet (2-0, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today, Benedictine University
The quick hit: Playmakers continue to emerge for Benet, which is 2-0 for the first time since 1997. While running back E.J. Howe was a known talent coming into the season, receiver Connor Nelligan has shined with 14 catches for 135 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Metea Valley (0-2, 0-0) at East Aurora (0-2, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: Week 1, Metea passed for 307 yards. Week 2, the Mustangs ran for 123. Coach Ted Monken would like to put it all together in Week 3 against the Tomcats. Linebacker Donovan Rowsey made 18 tackles, 2 for loss in Metea's 17-7 loss to Quincy.
Morton (1-1, 0-0) at Willowbrook (0-2, 0-0)
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: The Warriors must bounce back from a crushing loss to Downers North where they fell behind 42-0 at the half. Outgained 250-20 on the ground, Willowbrook looks to reverse both numbers and get back to its bread-and-butter run game.
Walther Lutheran (1-1, 0-0) at Montini (0-2, 0-0)/b>
Game time: 7 p.m. today
The quick hit: Losses to Joliet Catholic and Loyola bring a typical response by Broncos honcho Chris Andriano: "No more tomorrows." This game should feel slower to quarterback Kurt Gitchell, while Frank Baer, Jordan Gorrell try to curb Walther's offensive speed.
West Chicago (1-1, 0-0) at Wheaton North (2-0, 0-0)/b>
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: The Falcons' pass attack reached a new level last week as Reece Butler threw for 321 yards and 4 TDs. Richard Finley, Patrick Sharp and Shaniel Katariwala had 20 catches. The Wildcats' Brad Wilson already boasts two 100-yard rushing games.
Wheaton Academy (2-0, 0-0) at Guerin (2-0, 0-0)/b>
Game time: 2:30 p.m. Saturday
The quick hit: Wheaton Academy coach Ben Wilson recalls Guerin being 2-0 last season and the Warriors winning 21-0. The Gators must pick their poison between a Warriors ground game featuring Kai Libby and the passing combo of Tommy Decker-Luke Thorson.
York (2-0, 0-0) at Oak Park (1-1, 0-0)/b>
Game time: 7:30 p.m. today
The quick hit: York turnover machine and leading tackler Phil Ganser has 2 fumble recoveries and an interception. Running back Ryan Kent's rushed for 150 yards and 3 touchdowns in both games heading into this pivotal showdown in the West Suburban Silver.