This week's picks: Gorman gets nod to edge Palo Verde

A critical early game in what promises to be a dogfight of a division, with the Gaels edging the Panthers on a late touchdown.

The pick: Gorman 20, Palo Verde 18

The Warriors are a popular pick to win the Sunset this season, and they'll get off to a quick start with a week one win.

The pick: Western 31, Durango 21

The new kids on the block give the defending state champs all they can handle, but experience prevails in the end.

The pick: Cimarron 24, Mojave 22

Las Vegas teams haven't done well against out-of-state competition recently, and the Cowboys will continue that trend.

The pick: Copper Hill 28, Chaparral 21

The Chargers pull off the road win as the Bengals' recent woes continue.

The pick: Clark 31, Bonanza 17

Henderson's newest rivalry goes to the Wolves, who gear up for a possible playoff run with a victory.

The pick: Basic 27, Foothill 12

Bulldogs coach Greg Murphy goes against his former team, but the Vikings hold off the northwest's newest squad.

The pick: Valley 26, Centennial 19

Chalk up another one for the out-of-towners, who make the Gators wish they'd stayed closer to home.

The pick: Snow Canyon 24, Green Valley 10

A year ago, Desert Shields tailback Deon Ned used this game as his coming out party. This time, the Sundevils know who he is and still can't slow him down.

The pick: Cheyenne 34, Eldorado 16

A rude welcome for the Jaguars, who find out firsthand why the Wildcats are among the state's best this season.

The pick: Las Vegas 42, Desert Pines 6

The Skyhawks have their sights set on the playoffs, but it's the Rams who get out of the gates quickly here.

The pick: Rancho 26, Silverado 25

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