It’s December, and two local teams are still playing football.

Lake Stevens will attempt to win its third state title in four years on Saturday, while Archbishop Murphy strives to complete its rise back to glory with its first championship since 2016.

Both games will be played Saturday at Husky Stadium in Seattle.

Meanwhile, it looks like the Daily Herald’s prep picks title has been decided. Prep Sports Weekly Co-host Steve Willits maintains a two-game lead on me going into the final two games. While I could go opposite of his picks to go for the tie, I’ve got to go with my gut. And all three of our ample guts are telling us the same thing this week.

Congrats, Steve. I’ll work harder this offseason and be prepared to make a title run in 2026.

Now, back to the games that matter.

Lake

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