High school football: No clear favorite to win 2A North title

1 (TIE). JUAB: Coach Mike Bowring has been really pleased with the work ethic of this group of players and is optimistic it will translate into success on the field. Having six starters back on defense and five on offense should help as well. Cody Keisel will be a key player for Juab all season at fullback and linebacker. He'll do plenty of lead blocking for running back Kyler Jones. In the trenches, both Jordan Bainter and Jameson Izatt are expected to make key contributions. 2007 RECORD: 6-5. PLAYOFFS: Lost in the quarterfinals.

1 (TIE). MANTI: What the Templars lack in experience on the line, they more than make up for in other areas. Quarterback Griffin Aste, receiver Nick Brown, tight end Jens Howe and running back Chase Stevens are all three-year starters on offense, and each expects to make big contributions on the defensive end as well. Jake Bleazard and Seth Gergetz are returning contributors on the offensive line, and they'll be expected to help the newcomers adapt quickly. 2007 RECORD: 7-4. PLAYOFFS: Lost in the quarterfinals.