1 - Van Wert - Return everyone on both lines as well as several key skill players. They have clawed their way to the top the past few years and they deserve the top spot until someone takes it away from them.
2 - Wapak - Goulet will be the difference marker for their offense. They have been way too predictable and one dimensional the past few years, I think he will be able to give their offense what they need to get back on top. Plus, their defense is always tops in the league.
3 - St. Mary's - They continue to do what they do. Hinkle is a beast at running back.
4 - OG - They lose several very good players, but as always, they will find ways to win games.
5 - Elida - Definitely one of the most improved teams. That being said, it's possible they benefited from a very favorable schedule. They didn't have to play St. Mary's, Wapak or Kenton. Then they picked two teams with losing records. They need to prove that last year wasn't just a fluke. They have a very capable young QB, they should be fun to watch.
6 - Bath - Their defense continues to impress, but they continue to search for answers on offense. They have a very good young QB, if they can find something and stick with it, they could finally make a push to the top.
7 - Shawnee - Very impressed with their defense last season. Their offense needs some work, but if their defense can keep them in games, they have a chance.
8 - Kenton - Not sure what happened over there this year, but they seemed to play some very uninspired football this season. Everyone was very high on them last year, but they did not live up to expectations. They also lose everyone.... and I don't think their cupboards are very full.
9 - Defiance - The struggles continue. Hopefully they can get it figured out sooner than later.
10 - Celina - With the loss of Jones and Silliman, that leaves two huge holes in their offense that I don't know how they will replace.
