Top 10 teams

1 Holy Family: The Tigers are talented, deep and poised to make a run at their third title in six years.

2 Platte Valley: The Broncos, runners-up last year, have the tools to return to the championship game.

3 Faith Christian: Despite losing a ton of talent to graduation, the defending champion should remain at or near the top.

4 Kent Denver: With Mike Reily and Patrick Murray leading the way, the Sun Devils could be the best of the tough Colorado League.

5 Trinidad: The Miners return the core of a squad that reached the quarterfinals, including standout running back Gabe Santistevan.

6 Eaton: Led by quarterback Seth Lobato, the Reds could return to championship form.

7 Brush: The Beetdiggers will have to reload after coming close last season.

8 Platte Canyon: After reaching the playoffs the past two seasons, the Huskies are ready to take the next step.

9 C.S. Christian: The Lions are looking to get to the postseason for the fourth consecutive year.

10 Denver Christian: Behind a stout defense, the Crusaders should remain in the hunt.

Top players

• Quarterback: Seve Carbajal, Faith Christian, 5-11, 175, Sr.

• Running back: Gabe Santistevan, Trinidad, 5-10, 180, Sr.

• Receiver: Mike Reily, Kent Denver, 6-3, 175, Sr.

• Offensive lineman: Cory Orth, Buena Vista, 6-6, 235, Sr.

• Defensive lineman: Gil Martinez, Trinidad, 6-1, 280, Sr.

• Linebacker: Mark Cerf, Faith Christian, 5-10, 200, Sr.

• Defensive back: Parker Gutterson, Platte Valley, 6-1, 180, Sr.

• Specialist: Everardo DeLaCruz, Platte Valley, 5-10, 150, Sr.