David Finfer keeps Highland Park in the rankings as Warren returns following its first win.
Top 10
With records through Wednesday and previous rankings in parentheses.
1. Antioch 3-0 (1)
James Sheehan threw for two TDs, both to Aiden Van Alstine, and ran for another in a win against Lakes.
2. Carmel 3-0 (2)
The Corsairs roll into a classic trap game at Marmion before a Week 5 showdown at Mount Carmel.
3. Lake Zurich 3-0 (3)
Cason Gwizdala, a sturdy defensive lineman and run-blocking tight end for the Bears, has 12 tackles, three for loss and two sacks.
4. Deerfield 3-0 (5)
The Quinn Schimanski show continues with 37 carries for 213 yards and two TDs in the Warriors’ win against Conant.
5. Stevenson 2-1 (6)
Frank Costabile continues to be productive, rushing 23 times for 105 yards and a TD in the Patriots’ loss to Lake Zurich.
6. Mundelein 3-0 (7)
The Mustangs’ 21-0 win against Zion-Benton was their first shutout since Week 2 in 2018. Their average margin of victory is 22.3 points.
7. Lake Forest 2-1 (8)
After a win against Waukegan, the Scouts have a key game against Libertyville.
8. Warren 1-2 (NR)
The Blue Devils lean on Aaron Stewart, who rushes for 261 yards and two TDs on 36 carries in their win against Libertyville.
9. Libertyville 2-1 (4)
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The Wildcats’ passing game shows promise with quarterback Quinn Schambow and receivers Blaise LaVista and Sam Seth.
10. Highland Park 2-1 (9)
The Giants go into their game against Conant on Thursday with a chance to be 3-1 for the first time since 2016.
Offensive Player of the Week
Highland Park senior quarterback David Finfer accounted for 500 yards of offense in a 42-35 win against Rolling Meadows, throwing for 340 yards and two TDs and rushing for 160 yards and two TDs.
Defensive Player of the Week
Lake Zurich senior linebacker Lincoln Adams made nine solo tackles, assisted on eight other stops and had one tackle for loss in a 21-16 win against Stevenson. He also ran for a TD.
Steve Reaven is a freelance reporter for the News-Sun.