I can’t believe we’re at Week 8 already on the season, as the playoff picture is heating up. District 11’s 6A classification has a major showdown this week as Freedom hosts Easton with postseason implications on the line.

Emmaus takes on Liberty in another matchup the Hornets need to help further their postseason stride.

Meanwhile, the Colonial League race has a trio of undefeated teams (Southern Lehigh, Northwestern and Palmerton) looking to keep their records perfect after this weekend.

So, enjoy the last few weeks of the regular season, because before you know it, this season will be gone.

1. Parkland (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #1

Trojans look to keep Becahi down.

The Pick: Parkland 35- Bethlehem Catholic 7

2. Nazareth (6-1)

Last week’s rank: #2

Blue Eagles should make quick work of the Bears this week.

The Pick: Nazareth 42- Pleasant Valley 14

3. Central Catholic (5-2)

Last week’s rank: #3

Will Central be in store for another nail-biter?

The Pick: Central Catholic 24- Whitehall 21

4. Northampton (6-1)

Last week’s rank: #4

Two more games until Whitehall.

The Pick: Northampton 49- Pocono Mountain West 0

5. Emmaus (4-3)

Last week’s rank: #7

Hornets are gaining momentum.

The Pick: Emmaus 21- Liberty 20

6. Whitehall (4-3)

Last week’s rank: #6

Zephs have a chance at knocking off the Vikings.

The Pick: Central Catholic 24- Whitehall 21

7. Southern Lehigh (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #8

Spartans are blowing through their schedule.

The Pick: Southern Lehigh 49- Lehighton 7

8. Freedom (3-4)

Not ranked

Pates back in the fold after two straight wins.

The Pick: Freedom 17- Easton 14

9. Northwestern (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #9

Tigers need to stay focused until the week 10 showdown with Southern Lehigh.

The Pick: Northwestern 42- Bangor 20

10. Bethlehem Catholic (5-2)

Last week’s rank: #5

Hawks are in the middle of a rough spell.

The Pick: Parkland 35- Bethlehem Catholic 7

•Teams that entered: Freedom

•Teams that dropped: Easton

•Last week’s record: 7-1

•Season record: 38-7