SBLive’s San Diego Section Top 10 Football Rankings: No. 4 Helix set to travel to Mission Viejo
The rankings are compiled by reporter Bodie DeSilva and will be released every Monday throughout the 2022 fall season.
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SBLIVE’S SAN DIEGO SECTION TOP 10 FOOTBALL RANKINGS
October 3, 2022
1. Carlsbad (5-1)
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Junior quarterback Julian Sayin tossed four touchdown passes on Friday, helping the Lancers beat Torrey Pines 42-7. Carlsbad is the last remaining unbeaten team in the Avocado League.
Next game: Friday vs. San Marcos
Last week: 1
2. Lincoln (6-1)
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Photo by Steven Silva
Lincoln scored 17 unanswered fourth quarter points to take down Cathedral Catholic 31-17 on Friday. Roderick Robinson rushed for 217 yards and three touchdowns, giving him over 1,500 yards on the season.
Next game: Friday at St. Augustine
Last week: 3
3. Madison (6-0)
The Warhawks dominated Mira Mesa 40-14 on Friday. They racked up nine sacks and had three interceptions against the Marauders.
Next game: Friday at Cathedral Catholic
Last week: 2
4. Helix (5-1)
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The Highlanders had a bye week to prepare for a trip to Mission Viejo after beating Servite a week ago. Helix lost to the Diablos 38-21 at home last season.
Next game: Friday at Mission Viejo
Last week: 5
5. Cathedral Catholic (3-4)
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The Dons overcame a slow start to briefly take a 17-14 lead over Lincoln on Friday but were unable to finish the game. A battle against unbeaten Madison is up this week.
Next game: Friday vs. Madison
Last week: 4
6. Poway (6-0)
Poway returned from two weeks off and beat Del Norte, 51-20. Senior running back Conner Rath continued his dominance with 306 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
Next game: Friday vs. Grossmont
Last week: 6
7. Granite Hills (4-2)
The Eagles were off last week following their three-point loss to No. 3 Madison. They'll host Christian before diving into league play the following week.
Next game: Thursday vs. Christian
Last week: 7
8. El Camino (4-2)
El Camino used a 17-point second half to defend home field and take down La Costa Canyon, 23-20.
Next game: Friday at Torrey Pines
Last week: 10
9. Mater Dei Catholic (2-4)
The Crusaders have won two straight since their bye week, shutting out St. Augustine and Central in consecutive weeks. They'll travel to Hilltop this week before beginning Metro-Mesa League play next week.
Next game: Friday at Hilltop
Last week: NR
10. Mira Mesa (4-2)
The Marauders gave up 40 points to Madison in Friday's loss after posting two consecutive shutouts prior. They'll begin Eastern League play this week.
Next game: Friday vs. San Diego
Last week: 8
5 others considered: La Costa Canyon, Mission Hills, Mt. Carmel, Point Loma, Ramona
