It’s postseason time and this week presents a handful of interesting matchups across the poll. Freedom has a difficult rematch with Easton, while Nazareth and Emmaus have the best game on the slate for two teams heading in opposite directions.

Meanwhile, Northampton continues to push its way through the season as the area’s lone undefeated team and Northwestern and Central Catholic look to cement a spot in the 4A championship with wins this week.

After last week’s rough picks, here’s to a fresh start in the postseason.

1. Freedom (8-2)

Last week’s rank: #1

Can the Pates keep their momentum going in a tough opening round playoff game?

The Pick: Freedom 21- Easton 14

2.Parkland (8-1)

Last week’s rank: #2

Trojans essentially get a bye week.

The Pick: Parkland 56- Pocono Mountain West 0

3. Nazareth (7-3)

Last week’s rank: #6

Game of the week on the schedule and the Blue Eagles look for revenge for an earlier season loss to Emmaus.

The Pick: Nazareth 27- Emmaus 21

4. Emmaus (7-3)

Last week’s rank: #4

Hornets have dropped two straight heading into the postseason.

The Pick: Nazareth 27- Emmaus 21

5. Northampton (10-0)

Last week’s rank: #5

Kids will be marching to 11 straight wins.

The Pick: Northampton 28- Pleasant Valley 7

6. Easton (5-3)

Last week’s rank: #3

This is a tricky game because Easton is capable of winning, I just don’t see them doing it.

The Pick: Freedom 21- Easton 14

7. Northwestern (10-0)

Last week’s rank: #7

Tigers spanked Wilson last time. Not sure much has changed.

The Pick: Northwestern 35- Wilson 8

8. Central Catholic (7-3)

Last week’s rank: #8

Vikes get EPC edge, but a road trip to Pottsville is never easy.

The Pick: Central Catholic 24- Pottsville 20

9. East Stroudsburg South (7-3)

Last week’s rank: #9

Can this be a dogfight against a three win Wyoming Valley West squad?

The Pick: ESS 27- WVW 20

10. Notre Dame (7-2)

Last week’s rank: #10

Crusaders get back on track this week.

The Pick: Notre Dame 33- Jim Thorpe 23

Last week’s pick: 5-2

Season records: 62-14