Best games, top players, surprise teams and the most anticipated games ahead. Our high school writers review the first half of the football season — and look ahead to what may happen between now and the Prep Bowl.

1:40 Best football games David and Jim have covered

5:10 Does Rosemount deserve to be ranked No. 1 over Maple Grove?

6:05 Games David and Jim wished they could have covered

7:45 Best "dudes" David and Jim have seen

10:00 Standout wrestlers dominating on the football field12:40 Two-horse race (?) for Metro Player of the Year

13:50 Surprise teams

18:50 Games ahead we're excited to see

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