It’s the midway point of the football season and Freedom has clearly established themselves as the top dogs following last week’s shellacking over Nazareth. With the Pates putting themselves in their own tier, Nazareth and Parkland square off this week in a battle between EPC contenders.

Emmaus hosts Easton this week in a huge matchup for both programs and the Holy War continues this Saturday between Bethlehem Catholic and Central Catholic.

Here’s a look at this week’s picks.

1. Freedom (4-0)

Last week’s rank: #2

Pates get a breather this week.

The Pick: Freedom 49 - Allen 0

2. Nazareth (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #1

Blue Eagles look to pick themselves off the floor after the Freedom beat down last week.

The Pick: Nazareth 28 - Parkland 21

3. Parkland (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #3

Trojans get a chance to show how much they’ve improved since week two.

The Pick: Nazareth 28 - Parkland 21

4. Emmaus (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #4

Hornets have an intriguing matchup with Easton at home Friday night.

The Pick: Emmaus 21 - Easton 14

5.Liberty (4-0)

Last week’s rank: #5

Hurricanes found a way to win over Northampton last week and look to tame an undefeated Dieruff team.

The Pick: Liberty 35 - Dieruff 14

6. Easton (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #8

Rovers look to be turning a corner. A win this week would be a statement.

The Pick: Emmaus 21 - Easton 14

7. Northwestern (4-0)

Last week’s rank: #7

Tigers keep on rolling this week.

The Pick: Northwestern 42 - Lehighton 7

8. Bethlehem Catholic (2-2)

Last week’s rank: #6

Hawks get the Holy War rivalry with Central Catholic.

The Pick: Bethlehem Catholic 23 - Central Catholic 21

9. Northampton (2-2)

Last week’s rank: #9

Kids would like to get some bragging rights over Whitehall.

The Pick: Northampton 17 - Whitehall 13

10. East Stroudsburg South (3-1)

Last week’s rank: #10

Cavs sneak in the poll and should have no problems against Pleasant Valley.

The Pick: East Stroudsburg South 35 - Pleasant Valley 7

Teams that dropped: Blue Mountain

Team that entered: East Stroudsburg South

Last week’s record: 5-1

Overall record: 26-5