Top 5 teams

1 Peetz: The Bulldogs lost in the semifinals last season, but with almost the entire defense and all of their offense back, they are primed to win the title.

2 Hi-Plains: With all their starters returning and 22 players out for the team, the Patriots will try to win their second title in four years.

3 Eads: The Eagles advanced to the state title game in their first season in 6-Man, and with four starters back, they could make a return trip.

4 Idalia: The defending state champion was hit hard by graduation, but with a talented freshman class, the Wolves will try for a three-peat.

5 Woodlin: The Mustangs lost six seniors but not all of their experience, returning four seniors and three starters on both sides of the ball.

Top players

• Quarterback: Jonathan Castillo, Idalia, 5-9, 150, Jr.

• Running back: Kent Herman, Hi-Plains, 6-4, 185, Jr.

• Receiver: Kevin Lindholm, Eads, 6-2, 190, Sr.

• Offensive lineman: Tony Griese, Woodlin, 6-2, 255, Sr.

• Defensive lineman: Brandon Orr, Woodlin, 6-1, 245, Sr.

• Linebacker: Gage Roelle, Peetz, 6-1, 200, Sr.

• Defensive back: Levi Whitman,Peetz, 5-11, 165, Sr.