Feature NMPreps Week 2 Ranking of All 60 High School Football Games

[J Grine]

1. Bloomfield at Piedra Vista, 7pm
2. Dexter at West Las Vegas, 6pm
3. La Cueva at Pinnacle, AZ, 5pm
4. Carlsbad at Goddard, 7pm
5. Highland at Bernalillo, 7pm
6. Lovington at Portales, 7pm
7. West Mesa at Mayfield, 7pm
8. Grants at St. Pius X, 7pm
9. Las Cruces at Volcano Vista, 7pm
10. Los Lunas at Cleveland, 7pm
11. Sandia at Cibola, 7pm
12. Artesia at Hobbs, 7pm
13. Gadsden at Valencia, 7pm
14. Centennial at Atrisco Heritage, 1pm
15. Alamogordo at Roswell, 7pm
16. Belen at Santa Fe, 7pm
17. Rio Rancho at Clovis, 7pm
18. Pojoaque Valley at Hot Springs, 7pm
19. Loving at NMMI, 7pm
20. St. Michael's at Capital, 7pm
21. Organ Mountain at Deming, 7pm
22. Aztec at Miyamura, 7pm
23. Valley at Albuquerque, 7pm
24. Tucumcari at Hozho Academy, 2pm
25. Laguna-Acoma at Zuni, 7pm
26. Rio Grande at Manzano, 7pm
27. Cuba at Espanola Valley, 7pm
28. Legacy Academy at Hope Christian, 11am
29. Del Norte at Albuquerque Academy, 7pm
30. Estancia at Eunice, 7pm
31. Farmington at Durango, CO, 7pm
32. Newcomb at Santa Fe Indian, 7pm
33. Fort Sumner/House at Mescalero Apache, 7pm
34. Los Alamos at Taos, 7pm
35. Jal at Santa Rosa, 7pm
36. Gallup at Silver, 6pm
37. Hatch Valley at Chaparral, 7pm
38. Tularosa at Ruidoso, 7pm
39. Gateway Christian at Escalante, 7pm
40. Mountain View, TX at Santa Teresa, 7pm
41. Moriarty at Shiprock, 6pm
42. Melrose at Mancos CO, 4pm
43. Texico at Bovina, TX, 6pm
44. Robertson at Cobre, 1pm
45. Hondo Valley at Elida, 7pm
46. Socorro at Thoreau, 7pm
47. Lamar, CO at Raton, 7pm
48. Lordsburg at Cloudcroft, 6pm
49. Mesilla Valley Christian at Magdalena, 1pm
50. Pagosa Springs CO at Kirtland Central, 7pm
51. Montezuma-Cortez CO at Crownpoint, 7pm
52. Mountainair at Logan, 7pm
53. Navajo Prep at Wingate, 7pm
54. NMSD at Floyd, 3pm
55. Tatum at Ramah, 6pm
56. Turpin, OK at Clayton, 1pm
57. Carrizozo at Dora, 7pm
58. Dulce at Questa, 2pm
59. Grady at Animas, 7pm
60. JV Team at Capitan, 7pm

Grine's 13 Games of Interest During Week 2 of the New Mexico High School Football Season

Week 2 of the New Mexico high school football season is packed with excitement, and with 60 games on the schedule, it can be tough to know which ones to focus on. Here's a breakdown of 13 must-see games that promise intense matchups, high stakes, and potential season-defining moments.

1. Bloomfield at Piedra Vista, 7 pm
Bloomfield (0-0) is one of the powerhouses in 4A football, finally getting their season underway. Their high-powered offense will be put to the test against the brute force of No. 10 Piedra Vista (1-0), who made a statement last weekend by dominating in Albuquerque against Sandia. This game will reveal whether Bloomfield's offense can stand up to 6A Piedra Vista's physical play.

2. Dexter at West Las Vegas, 6 pm
The conversation around 3A football is heating up, and this game is central to that debate. Both Dexter and West Las Vegas boast quarterbacks who are considered among the top in 3A. This matchup will showcase which QB can rise to the occasion and put their team on the path to contention.

3. La Cueva at Pinnacle, AZ, 5 pm
A cross-state clash that pits the top-ranked La Cueva Bears (1-0) against Pinnacle High School in Arizona. La Cueva, loaded with college-level talent, will aim to prove they can take on a strong Phoenix program and come out on top.

4. Highland at Bernalillo, 7 pm
One of the most underrated games of the week. Highland (1-0) pulled off a late-night victory over Manzano, while Bernalillo (1-0) stunned critics with a 40-point demolition of a previously ranked Valley team. Both teams are looking to build on their early-season momentum, making this a game worth watching.

5. Lovington at Portales, 7 pm
Both Lovington and Portales entered last week as underdogs and emerged with significant victories. No. 16 Lovington took down a then top-ten Hobbs team, and No. 24 Portales (1-0) upset a ranked Goddard squad. This game will determine which team can continue their unexpected run of success. It's also a rematch of the 4A state championship game last December.

6. Carlsbad at Goddard, 7 pm
Two teams looking to bounce back after disappointing starts. No. 19 6A Carlsbad (0-1) aims to recover from a loss to Artesia, while No. 25 5A Goddard (0-1) seeks redemption after an upset defeat to 4A Portales. This game will be a true test of resilience as both teams fight to stay in the top 25.

7. West Mesa at Mayfield, 7 pm
This game has an intriguing narrative. No. 9 6A West Mesa (1-0) looked solid last week despite rotating four quarterbacks, while No. 22 5A Mayfield (0-1) struggled against No. 2 Las Cruces. Is this a rebound week for the Trojans, or will West Mesa continue to prove they are the real deal?

8. Grants at St. Pius X, 7 pm
A critical 4A clash with potential playoff implications. 4A St. Pius X (0-1) is coming off a tough loss to 6A West Mesa, while 4A Grants (1-0) impressed with a win over 4A Gallup-Miyamura. This Thursday night matchup at Milne Stadium could play a pivotal role in playoff seeding come November.

9. Las Cruces at Volcano Vista, 7 pm
Another top-tier game on Friday night. No. 2 6A Las Cruces (1-0) dominated their crosstown rival 5A Mayfield last weekend and looks like a strong contender for the 6A title. Meanwhile, No. 8 6A Volcano Vista (0-1) faces their second consecutive top-ranked opponent in as many weeks. It’s a brutal stretch, but a win here could turn their season around.

10. Los Lunas at Cleveland, 7 pm
No. 12 6A Los Lunas (0-0) heads into their first full game after their opener against 5A Roswell was cut short. They face No. 4 6A Cleveland (0-1), who is coming off a rain-soaked loss to 6A Centennial. Both teams have something to prove, making this a potential upset in the making.

11. Sandia at Cibola, 7 pm
No. 11 6A Sandia (0-1) is looking to rebound after an upset loss to 6A Piedra Vista. They face a No. 23 6A Cibola (1-0) team fresh off an emotional win, their first in 16 games. This matchup could set the tone for the rest of their season.

12. Loving at NMMI, 7 pm
A 2A vs. 3A showdown with 2A Loving (1-0) riding high after a dominant 49-20 win over 2A Estancia. 3A New Mexico Military opening their season, will look to contain Loving’s momentum and defend their home turf.

13. Pojoaque Valley at Hot Springs, 7 pm
Welcome to the party. Both teams are coming off statement wins in Week 1. Pojoaque Valley (1-0) demolished Crownpoint, 53-0, while Hot Springs (1-0) pulled off a stunning last-second victory over Tularosa, despite being 20-point underdogs heading into the game. This game could be crucial for playoff positioning, making it a must-see matchup. Is this a potential bubble game?

 

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