Top 10 Memphis area high school football teams for Week 11
Khari Thompson1. Bartlett (5-1): The Panthers, who have been off since their 36-7 victory over Arlington on Oct. 8, are one home win away from the Region 7-6A title. Last Week: No. 1. This Week: vs. Collierville.
2. Christian Brothers (6-2): Four-star running back Dallan Hayden rushed for 324 yards and four touchdowns, but the Purple Wave fell 49-42 to Conway (Arkansas). This week, the Brothers have a shot at clinching the DII-AAA West region crown. Last Week: No. 2. This Week: vs. Montgomery Bell Academy.
3. MUS (6-2): Charlotte commitment DJ Brown had four solo tackles, two assists, and a tackle for loss as the Owls shut out region foe St. Benedict. Last Week: No. 3. This Week: vs. Briarcrest Christian.
4. Collierville (4-2): The Dragons were off last week because Arlington had to cancel due to positive COVID-19 cases. The forfeit means the Dragons have a chance to capture the 7-6A region title on the road. Last Week: No. 4. This Week: at Bartlett
5. Lake Cormorant (5-2): Lake Cormorant dropped to fourth place in MHSAA Region 1-5A with a loss to Grenada. It was the first loss for the Gators since September 25. Last Week: No. 5. This Week: at Saltillo
6. Briarcrest Christian (5-3): Saints receiver Jerrod Gentry, who is leading the area in receiving yards, caught six passes for 147 yards in a 29-8 win over PURE Youth Athletic Alliance. Last Week: No. 8. This Week: at MUS
7. ECS (6-2): Eagles running back Jaylen Greenwood topped 3,000 career rushing yards in a 28-6 win over Munford. He finished with 250 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Last Week: No. 9. This Week: at FACS
8. Covington (7-2): The Chargers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak at home against a sub-.500 opponent. Last Week: No. 7. This Week: vs. McNairy Central
9. Horn Lake (4-3): The Eagles snapped Hernando's four-game winning streak with a 16-14 win. Last Week: No. 10. This Week: at Tupelo
10. Lausanne (6-1): The Lynx picked up their first non-region win of the year as Craig Cunningham rushed for 172 yards and a pair of touchdowns on 26 carries in a 21-15 victory over Houston. Last Week: Unranked. This Week: vs. St. George's