With three weeks left in the season, we finally have a new team at the top with Easton taking over the reigns. The Rovers just have more firepower on offense compared to Parkland, but can their defense hold up down the stretch?

Nazareth also makes a jump in the poll after their shootout win over Liberty and Freedom joins the club again following a shutout victory over Bethlehem Catholic in the city series.

Here’s what to look forward to in week eight.

1. Easton (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #2

Easton finally takes over the top spot, as they just look like the best team.

The Pick: Easton 49- Liberty 35

2. Parkland (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #1

Trojans drop a spot, but they’re still in a different tier with Easton than everyone else.

The Pick: Parkland 35- Central Catholic 21

3. Nazareth (6-1)

Last week’s rank: #5

Blue Eagles proved they can still compete for a district title without Peyton Falzone last week.

The Pick: Nazareth 42- Bethlehem Catholic 21

4. Liberty (5-2)

Last week’s rank: #4

Hurricanes need to shore up the defense to compete with the big three.

The Pick: Easton 49- Liberty 35

5. Whitehall (6-1)

Last week’s rank: #6

Does Whitehall have the easiest schedule of EPC Valley teams?

The Pick: Whitehall 49- Allen 0

6. Northwestern (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #7

Tigers won’t have a battle until they see Southern Lehigh in week 10.

The Pick: Northwestern 42- Jim Thorpe 7

7. Southern Lehigh (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #8

Spartans are on the same collision course as Northwestern.

The Pick: Southern Lehigh 48- Bangor 0

8. Freedom (4-3)

Last week’s rank: Not ranked

Pates have a chance to run with some momentum.

The Pick: Freedom 27- Northampton 24

9. Bethlehem Cath. (5-2)

Last week’s rank: #3

Hawks need the Vassa brothers back in the lineup.

The Pick: Bethlehem Catholic 42- Nazareth 21

10. Notre Dame (7-0)

Last week’s rank: #10

Crusaders look to finish undefeated in the Colonial League as well.

The Pick: Notre Dame 35- Palisades 21

• Teams that entered: Freedom

• Teams that dropped: Northampton

• Last week’s record: 6-2

• Season record: 50-8