Games to watch: Pair of titanic District 2-6A matchups highlight Week 4
1. Las Cruces at Hobbs, 7 p.m. Friday District 1-4A began district play this week, everyone else in Classes 3A-6A start league play in Week 4. And here is your headliner, with the Bulldawgs visiting the Eagles. It’s only a district opener, but this matchup carries great weight as we think about the top of the District 2-6A standings. 2. Carlsbad at Centennial, Field of Dreams, 7 p.m. Friday ...
This week's Week 4 high school football matchups include two titanic District 2-6A games. First, Las Cruces takes on Hobbs at 7 p.m. Friday, marking the start of district play for the Bulldogs while the Eagles kick off their league play. This matchup holds significant weight in the context of the top District 2-6A standings. Next up, Carlsbad faces off against Centennial at Field of Dreams at 7 p.m. Friday.
The Hawks have been on an upward trajectory, overcoming a 0-2 start and defeating Artesia in Week 3. This will be the Cavemen's first-ever 6A opponent, following games against Artesia, Goddard, and Lovington. Another standout District 2-3A showdown is Moriarty vs. Silver at 6 p.m. Friday. The Pintos' potent ground attack, averaging nearly 300 yards in Weeks 1 and 2, will face the Colts' formidable defense.
Both teams are potential first-round playoff byes. Albuquerque High hosts Sandia at Wilson Stadium on Thursday at 7 p.m. The Bulldogs, currently at 2-0-1, feel they should be 3-0, while the Matadors, also 3-0, prepare for their league opener. Lastly, a unique non-district game is Dexter vs. Santa Rosa at 7 p.m. Friday. This Class 2A matchup could impact 2A postseason seeding, as the Demons aim to overcome Lions tailback Preston Muniz.
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