Aragon hopes to keep winning streak alive

Aragon (3-0, 4-1) comes into the game with a four-game winning streak, averaging 37.7 points per game, coming off a 40-18 win over Menlo School. Running back Dominic Williams could be the most dominant back in the county, he's rushed for 565 yards on just 76 carries. But his workload is split among six or seven different backs, taking pressure off Williams.

Prediction: These two teams are a couple of the best in the league. It could come down to which gets the ball last. Aragon 24, Terra Nova 21.

El Camino (1-1, 3-2)

at Hillsdale (1-2, 1-4), 3 p.m.

The Knights had been so close to victory many times this season, but could not get over the hump - until Saturday, when they shu tout Sequoia 21-0.

In three of their four losses, the Knights lost by a combined total of seven points - a one-point loss to Harker and three-point defeats to Mills and Jefferson.

Despite the rough start, the Hillsdale offense continues to improve - at least its passing game. Junior quarterback Wes Price leads the Ocean Division in passing, throwing for an average of 183 yards per game. More importantly, he isn't turning the ball over. He has seven touchdown passes to just one interception in league play.

Receiver Eric Ratcliffe has emerged as a go-to player. He leads the entire PAL with 18 catches and is averaging 74.7 yards per game.

The Colts have lost three of their last four matches, including a 34-32 loss to Jefferson.

Prediction: Despite its record, El Camino has the top offense and second-best defense in the Ocean Division. Price needs to continue his strong play to give Hillsdale a chance. Hillsdale 28, El Camino 24.

Menlo School (1-2, 3-2)

at San Mateo (0-2, 1-4), 3 p.m.

After winning their first three games, the Knights have lost two straight by a combined score of 78-32, including a 40-18 loss to Aragon last week.

The Bearcats are having a hard time generating offense and stopping the other team. San Mateo is last in the Bay Division on defense, giving up over 400 yards a game.

San Mateo Quarterback C.J. Easter, in his first year on the job, is second in the Bay Division quarterback rankings, averaging 248 yards passing per game, including a 281-yard performance last week in a 42-17 loss to Capuchino. Receiver Nick Montgomery has been Easter's main target. The senior is averaging 121.5 yards per game, catching 11 passes in two games.

Prediction: This game could be an aerial shootout. Easter and Menlo's Jeff Langskov are the No. 2 and No. 3 passers in the league, respectively. Menlo 35, San Mateo 28.

Half Moon Bay (3-0, 4-1) at Mills (1-2, 2-3), 3 p.m.

The Cougars are enjoying a three-game win streak and have beaten their last two opponents (Sequoia and South City) 85-14. The Cougars are averaging 314 yards of offense per game while limiting opponents to 218.

The Vikings had Woodside on the ropes last week, but failed to deliver the knockout punch. Mills led 10-0 before Woodside reeled off 27 unanswered points.

Prediction: Half Moon Bay is rolling right now. If Mills can come out with the same intensity it had against Woodside, the Vikings can make a game of it. Half Moon Bay 30, Mills 21.

Jefferson (2-1, 2-3) at Woodside (3-0, 5-0), 7 p.m.

The Indians continue to round into form, winning their last two games, averaging 33.5 points per game in wins over Hillsdale and El Camino.

The Wildcats have gotten off to slow starts their last two games, but have come on in the second half. Running back Tyreece Jacks was held to just 14 yards on six carries in the first half against Mills last week, but had two carries for 138 yards and two touchdowns in the second half.

Prediction: Jefferson's defense ranks last in the Ocean Division, Woodside is first. They say defense wins championships. It will win this game for the Wildcats. Woodside 42, Jefferson 14.

South City (0-2, 3-2) at Sequoia (0-3, 1-4), 7 p.m.

The Warriors' season started off promising with three straight wins. But two consecutive losses, including a 50-14 loss to Half Moon Bay last week, has South City reeling. The Warriors have scored 14 points in their last two games combined.

The Cherokees' turnover problems have reached epic proportions. In their last three games, the Cherokees have turned the ball over 18 times.

Prediction: South City gets back on track with a win over a Sequoia team that has been shutout in its last two games. South City 28, Sequoia 14.

Capuchino (1-2, 1-4) at Burlingame (2-0, 4-1), 7 p.m.

The Mustangs picked up their first win of the season, a 42-17 pasting of San Mateo, coming up with their biggest point production of the season.

Capuchino got its rushing and passing attack rolling, rushing for 219 yards and throwing for 127.

The Panthers may be the best team in the league right now. They lead the league in offense, gaining nearly 470 yards per game. They are also the stingiest defense, giving up less than 210 to the opponent.

Burlingame racked up 514 yards and 56 points against Carlmont last week, while holding the Scots to just 15 points and 199 yards.

Prediction: Despite the score last week, the Panthers were a bit sloppy in the first half, which is a scary proposition for the rest of the league. Burlingame 42, Capuchino 21.

Serra (1-0, 5-0) vs. Bellarmine (1-1, 3-3) at San Jose City College, 7 p.m.

After holding off Skyline of Oakland 20-13 in a non-league game Saturday, the Padres jump back into their killer West Catholic Athletic League schedule.

Defensively, the teams are fairly even. Serra has given up 84 points in five games, while Bellarmine has allowed only 80 in six games.

The difference comes on offense. The Padres are second in the WCAL on offense, averaging nearly 360 yards per game, almost 100 yards more than the Bells.

Prediction: If Serra takes care of the football, the Padres will win. Serra 28, Bellarmine 21.

Carlmont (1-2, 2-3) at Menlo-Atherton (0-3, 1-4), 2 p.m. Saturday

The Scots have shown promise in their first year in the Bay Division, but they've taken their lumps - figuratively and literally. Unfortunately for Carlmont, there are no "off" games in the Bay.

Receiver Defrance McLemore is a playmaker. He caught six passes for 77 yards, including a 25-yard touchdown pass. Running back R.J. Nicholl may be the toughest guy in the league. He banged up his shoulder in the opening game of the season and it hasn't gotten better.

The Bears, a perennial Bay Division favorite, have fallen on hard time this season, losing their first three league games, including a 16-6 loss to Terra Nova last week.

Prediction: Despite three straight losses, M-A is a rugged, physical team that could put a hurt on the Scots. If the Bears start slow, however, Carlmont could pull off the upset. M-A 35, Carlmont 21.