This week in Indiana, high school football saw a significant shake-up as two teams claimed the top spots in their respective classes. In Class 5A, Plainfield (3-0) climbed four places to become the new No. 1 team after a commanding 42-0 victory over Mooresville. The Quakers have also secured wins against Terre Haute South and Harrison, showcasing their dominance early in the season.
Though Plainfield took the top spot, Valparaiso (2-1) is close on their heels, having garnered seven first-place votes—the most of any team in Class 5A. Valparaiso is right behind Plainfield, trailing by only two points in the rankings. Meanwhile, Merrillville (2-1) fell from the top after suffering a heavy 46-13 loss to Crown Point, currently ranked No. 3 in 6A.
In Class 2A, the number one spot shifted to Lafayette Central Catholic (2-0) after they narrowly outplayed Logansport with a score of 23-21. On the other hand, Lutheran (2-1) dropped from first to fifth after their impressive 45-game winning streak came to an end with a 16-13 loss to Triton Central, who now sits at fourth in the rankings.
After reviewing this week’s games and the outcomes, some notable insights were revealed. Triton Central has certainly made headlines for breaking streaks, while other teams continue to show the pride of their state through competitive play.
As we prepare for Week 4, here’s a look at the complete USA TODAY Network Indiana poll, including first-place votes, total points, and last week’s rankings:
Class 5A:
1. Plainfield (4) 42 pts. (Prev. 5)
2. Valparaiso (7) 40 pts. (Prev. 2)
3. Merrillville 38 pts. (Prev. 1)
Dropped out: None.
Class 2A:
1. Lafayette Central Catholic 23 pts. (Prev. 2)
2. Lutheran (Prev. 1)
3. Triton Central (Prev. 4)
Dropped out: None.
As the season progresses, fans are eager to see how the rankings will shape up in the following weeks, with teams fighting for top positions and trying to establish their dominance.
