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West Aurora (3-3, 1-3) at Naperville North (6-0, 4-0)

Last week: West Aurora lost to WW South 41-7, Naperville North beat Naperville Central 35-21.

Outlook : The Blackhawks are looking to snap an 11-game losing streak against the Huskies and take a step closer to the playoffs. It would be a big upset, however, as the game is in Naperville.

East Aurora (2-4, 1-2) at Elgin (0-6, 0-4)

Last week: The Tomcats beat Thornwood 14-0, Elgin lost 49-22 to Bartlett.

Outlook: East Aurora has won two games for the first time since 2000 and has split its last four games. The team is riding high offensively and has a shot to win a third game for the third time in 14 years.

Oswego (5-1, 4-0) vs. Plainfield Central (5-1, 4-0)

Last week: Oswego beat Plainfield South 36-7, Plainfield Central beat Morris 7-0.

Outlook: In a game that will likely determine the conference champion, the Panthers look to clinch a playoff berth as well.

Geneva (6-0, 4-0) at Rochelle (4-2, 2-2)

Last week: Geneva beat DeKalb 48-6, Rochelle beat Sycamore 35-26.

Outlook: The Vikings continue to roll in the Western Sun, but the Hubs could present a challenge.

Waubonsie Valley (3-3) at Bloom Township (3-3)

Last week: The Warriors beat Lake Park 26-7, Bloom lost to T.F. South 28-19.

Outlook: Waubonsie looking for its fourth straight victory in a nonconference game in the south suburbs.

Aurora Central Catholic (0-6, 0-4) at Driscoll (5-1, 3-1)

Last week: ACC lost 28-14 to Marian, Driscoll beat St. Edward 21-12.

Outlook: The Chargers have continued to pile up points offensively and look to take a shot at Driscoll's postseason seeding.

Plano (4-2, 3-0) vs. Seneca (0-6, 0-4)

Last week: Plano beat Westmont 25-13, Seneca lost to Wilmington 37-14.

Outlook: The Reapers look to add to a three-game winning streak and keep pace in the Interstate Eight Small conference race.

Oswego East (2-4, 1-3) vs. Plainfield North (2-4, 2-2)

Last week: Oswego East beat Romeoville 7-0, Plainfield North beat Minooka 43-6.

Outlook: The Wolves defense will be tested by the Tigers (26.2 points per game).

Sandwich (4-2, 1-2) at Peotone (2-4, 0-3)

Last week: Sandwich lost to Coal City 35-14, Peotone lost to Manteno 28-27.

Outlook: The Indians have to avoid turnovers against the Blue Devils.

Mooseheart (1-5) at Maranatha Baptist (3-3)

Last week: Mooseheart lost to Hope Academy 35-6, Maranatha Baptist beat North Shore Country Day 30-6.

Outlook: The Red Ramblers take the long trip to Wisconsin and try to put together a strong finish.

Kaneland (3-3, 2-2) vs. DeKalb (1-5, 1-3)

Last week: Kaneland lost to Glenbard South 47-31, Geneva beat DeKalb 48-6.

Outlook: The Knights look to rebound after a tough loss and move a step closer to playoff eligibility.

Aurora Christian (6-0, 4-0) at Walther Lutheran (5-1, 3-0)

Last week: The Eagles beat Luther South 46-6, Walther Lutheran beat Lake Forest Academy 69-28.

Outlook: This game will probably determine the Private School League champion as the Eagles hope to continue their conference winning streak. Jordan Roberts has an outside shot at breaking the IHSA career passing yardage record.

Marmion (2-4, 0-4) vs. Immaculate Conception (3-3, 2-2)

Last week: St. Francis edged Marmion 32-30 in overtime, Montini edged Immaculate Conception 17-15.

Outlook: Every game is a must-win now for the Cadets, who look to break a four-game losing streak against a tough opponent.

Yorkville (1-5, 0-4) vs. Glenbard South (4-2, 3-1)

Last week: Yorkville lost 44-6 to Batavia, Glenbard South beat Kaneland 47-31.

Outlook: The Foxes hope to improve defensively and pull off a Western Sun upset.