The Sarasota/Manatee high school football power rankings have been relatively stable over the last few weeks as teams have cemented their standing.

That doesn't mean that it can't change, however. Cardinal Mooney has been dominant, but Venice is making up ground for the top spot. The middle of these rankings is in flux, too, with Riverview and Palmetto set to each play against Manatee.

The bottom is where it gets a little murky. There were some changes this week, including the return of Out-of-Door Academy, Southeast slipping to No. 10 and Sarasota dropping off the list entirely. As has been established, though, that is all subject to change.

Here are the high school football power rankings after Week 8:

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