Games to Watch, schedule and predictions for Week 1 in South Jersey

Week 1 of high school football begins in South Jersey with several notable matchups. Paul VI takes on Delran on Thursday at 6 p.m., with the Eagles set to kick off a week later than scheduled due to Gloucester Catholic's cancellation. Delran dominated in their last game, defeating Cherry Hill East 24-17. Paul VI has won their last two season-opening contests.

Delran is returning from a thrilling 24-17 win over Cherry Hill East in the Battle in the Boro, while Paul VI has won both of their season openers. The Eagles are predicted to win against Paul VI and McGurk.

Moorestown and Cinnaminson face off on Thursday at 6 p.m., with Moorestown looking to start their season with a win for the first time in four years. Cinnaminson started the season 0-1 for the third consecutive year. Moorestown's Nate Marter produced over 300 total yards in their last game. Predictions favor Moorestown against Cinnaminson.

Cherry Hill East opened the season with a 24-17 loss to Delran, ending their 18-game winning streak. Senior kicker Judah Niv booted a 30-yard field goal for the Cougars. Eastern bounced back from that loss, winning 17-14 against Hunterdon Central. Senior Sean Somers made a game-winning 20-yard field goal. Eastern is predicted to beat Cherry Hill East and McGurk.

Williamstown kicked off head coach Brian Leary's debut with a 20-14 win over Timber Creek in the Battle in the Boro. Defensive lineman Kareem Burns had a sack and forced fumble for the Braves, while Pennsauken had a shutout in their season opener. Predictions favor Williamstown against Pennsauken.

Cedar Creek lost a close game to St. John Vianney in overtime, falling 29-28. Cedar Creek had 188 yards and three touchdowns on the ground. Ocean City shut out Princeton in their season opener, winning 39-0. Ocean City's Jake Chapman led the defense with 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Predictions favor Ocean City against Cedar Creek.

Seneca looks to rebound after a heartbreaking 26-20 loss to Lenape. Senior wideout Nate Sauerwald had a big game for Seneca. Haddonfield aims to go 2-0 at home, having won 6-2 on their turf last season. Haddonfield's defense had two interceptions in their victory over Overbrook. Predictions favor Haddonfield against Seneca.

Cherokee plays host to Burlington Township on Friday at 5 p.m. Cherokee's offense produced 268 yards on the ground, led by senior Brendan Markovsky. Burlington Township will look to get back on track after a loss to Passaic Tech. The Falcons will play at Wilbur Watts Middle School due to turf installation. Predictions favor Cherokee against Burlington Township.

Northern Burlington hosts Lenape on Friday at 6 p.m. Northern Burlington quarterback Brent Walulak threw for 149 yards and a touchdown against Nottingham. Lenape matched their win total from the last two seasons with a 26-20 overtime win against Seneca. Junior linebacker Malachi Taylor Williams recorded 10 tackles for the Lenape defense. Predictions favor Northern Burlington against Lenape.

Millville's offense was electric in their season-opening 29-20 win over Erasmus Hall in the Battle at the Beach. Quarterback Robert O'Connor completed 263 yards through the air. Washington Township extended its winning streak to 15 games, the second-longest in program history. Predictions favor Washington Township against Millville.

St. Augustine kicked off the Bill Belton era with a 24-20 win over Bonner/Prendergast. St. Augustine's Frank Hoerst caught the decisive touchdown pass in the fourth quarter. Head coach Belton suffered a torn Achilles tendon while celebrating the victory. Atlantic City opens the season with a 0-1 record. Predictions favor St. Augustine against Atlantic City.