Game of the Week

No. 5 Fort Collins (6-0) at Fairview (3-3)

When/where: 7 p.m. Friday at Recht Field in Boulder
Last meeting: Fairview 60, Fort Collins 29, Oct. 10, 2025
Streaming: NFHS Network

This matchup promises excitement as two of the state’s top quarterbacks, Fort Collins’ Jace Garcia and Fairview’s Ki Ellison, face off. Garcia has thrown for 1,905 yards this season with 23 touchdowns, while Ellison follows closely with 1,807 yards and 20 touchdowns. Garcia boasts a completion rate of 74% but less rushing success, contrasting with Ellison’s dual threat on the ground, having gained 310 yards on 60 carries.

Despite Fort Collins being the last unbeaten team in 5A, they haven’t defeated Fairview in several years, with recent matchups heavily favoring the Knights. Will this be the year Fort Collins breaks the streak?

No. 1 Cherry Creek (5-1) vs. No. 8 Northfield (5-1)

When/where: 7 p.m. Thursday at the Stutler Bowl in Greenwood Village
Streaming: NFHS Network

Cherry Creek has rebounded impressively since a ruling affected their season, while Northfield had an impressive start but stumbled with a recent loss. This matchup will test Northfield against the traditional power of Cherry Creek, marking their first meeting.

No. 9 Chatfield (4-2) vs. ThunderRidge (4-2)

When/where: 7 p.m. Friday at Jeffco Stadium in Lakewood
Last meeting: Chatfield 38, ThunderRidge 14, Sept. 14, 2023
Streaming: NFHS Network

Chatfield is buoyed by recent rulings that affected their record, but they have still secured notable victories. ThunderRidge, after facing strong competition, will be looking to bounce back.

Class 4A

No. 4 Montrose (4-2) at Vista Ridge (4-2)

When/where: 6 p.m. Friday at Vista Ridge Stadium in Colorado Springs
Streaming: NFHS Network

Montrose remains undefeated against 4A teams despite a recent loss to Palmer Ridge, while Vista Ridge seeks to assert its strength after competing with 5A schools this season.