A new king is crowned this week, as Central Catholic makes its way to the apex after stunning Parkland last week. Vikings head coach Tim McGorry is showing everyone that he is one of the best coaches in the area with what he’s been able to do with that program.

Now, can he do it again this week against Freedom?

Parkland clashes with its backyard rivals, Whitehall, this week, while Northampton has its first meaningful game since Week 1.

There’s also a battle of unbeatens with major District 11 4A ramifications on the line when Northwestern and Wilson face each other this week.

Things are getting spicy in Week 6, so let’s see who can handle the heat.

1. Central Catholic (4-1)

Last week’s rank: #7

Central spikes to the top after upsetting Parkland, but I think they come back down to earth this week.

The Pick: Freedom 24- Central Catholic 14

2. Parkland (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #1

I guess Parkland proved they’re mortal. Trojans get back on track this week.

The Pick: Parkland 28- Whitehall 7

3. Emmaus (4-1)

Last week’s rank: #3

Hornets will be too strong for Becahi.

The Pick: Emmaus 31- Bethlehem Catholic 21

4. Freedom (3-2)

Last week’s rank: #4

Biggest game of the week on the EPC calendar.

The Pick: Freedom 24- Central Catholic 14

5. Nazareth (3-2)

Last week’s rank: #2

Blue Eagles continue Liberty’s skid.

The Pick: Nazareth 35- Liberty 20

6. Easton (2-2)

Last week’s rank: #5

Rovers are fortunate to have an easy one after their Whitehall game was canceled.

The Pick: Easton 49- Allen 7

7. Whitehall (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #6

Classic rivalry week for the Zephs, but they won’t have enough up front to stop Parkland.

The Pick: Parkland 28- Whitehall 7

8. Northampton (5-0)

Last week’s rank: #8

Does ESS relinquish their North supremacy this week?

The Pick: East Stroudsburg South 24- Northampton 21

9. Northwestern (5-0)

Last week’s rank: #9

An unexpected battle between Colonial unbeatens with Northwestern and Wilson on tap. Tigers have the pedigree for this one.

The Pick: Northwestern 35- Wilson 21

10. Notre Dame (5-0)

Last week’s rank: #10

Crusaders will bomb away Tamaqua this week.

The Pick: Notre Dame 41- Tamaqua 16

Last week’s pick: 5-1

Season records: 31-6