The last month was littered with highly-billed football games in Massachusetts, particularly in Weeks 4 and 5. Most lived up to the hype.

The number of exciting battles between state heavyweights might be dwindling (at least until the postseason), but something that Week 6 carries is matchups of vital importance. The schools that succeed in league play often make the postseason.

Most MIAA schools have about four regular-season games remaining to leave their mark. The NEPSAC participants will have one extra week or so to make their cases.

The Herald has narrowed down some of the crucial games from the weekend’s slate. Now it’s time to make some picks.

Catholic Conference league play is typically where the state’s premier programs begin to separate from the pack. The Lancers (3-1) have r

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