7. Pine View Panthers (13-1) Class: 4A

Outlook: In its first year in 4A last year Pine View surprised some people by advancing to the state championship game. It was promptly humbled by Timpview, but the Panthers are back and just as talented to make a similar run this year. 2008 opener: at Mountain View, Friday.

8. Northridge Knights (8-3) Class: 5A

Outlook: Layton ran away with the Region 1 title last year, but this year the Knights are good enough to give its cross-town rivals a run for the region title. 2008 opener: at Jordan, Friday.

9. Mtn. Crest Mustangs (7-5) Class: 4A

Outlook: There's a buzz up in Hyrum about these Mustangs after last year's extremely young team made it all the way to the semifinals. With a loaded 4A field, duplicating that task won't be easy. 2008 opener: vs. Highland, Friday.

10. Pleasant Grove Vikings (7-4) Class: 5A

Outlook: The Vikings are projected to win Region 4 this year, and with a strong defense perhaps make some noise in the 5A playoffs as well. 2008 opener: vs. Timpview, Friday.

11. Highland Rams (8-3) Class: 4A

Outlook: The Rams are an eager team after losing to Bonneville in last year's first round. With Latu Heimuli and Muli Kinikini anchoring the defensive line, opponents will have a hard time running the ball on the Rams. 2008 opener: at Mountain Crest, Friday.

12. Bountiful Braves (9-3) Class: 4A

Outlook: With 13 returning starters the Braves should be very good this year. Don't be surprised to see them back at Rice-Eccles Stadium in November. 2008 opener: vs. Lone Peak, Friday.

13. Logan Grizzlies (12-2) Class: 3A

Outlook: The defending 3A champs return oodles of experience and have put together a pretty impressive preseason schedule to prepare for region and the playoffs. 2008 opener: at Murray, Friday.