We’re down to the final two weeks of the football season and action heats up this week with marquee matchups across the board in the EPC.

Thursday night is center stage with Parkland taking on Whitehall in the biggest game of the week.

Easton welcomes a hot Freedom team to Cottingham Stadium on Friday, while Liberty and Bethlehem Catholic duke it out in a city rivalry.

The Colonial League superpowers Northwestern and Southern Lehigh have one more week to get through before they both put their records on the line in week 10.

With that said, here’s a look at this week’s picks.

1. Easton (8-0)

Last week’s rank: #1

Easton got a scare last week, but look for the Bethlehem sweep.

The Pick: Easton 27- Freedom 17

2. Parkland (8-0)

Last week’s rank: #2

Should be a fun Thursday night showdown.

The Pick: Parkland 42- Whitehall 21

3. Nazareth (7-1)

Last week’s rank: #3

Blue Eagles keep their foot on the pedal.

The Pick: Nazareth 45- Northampton 31

4. Liberty (5-3)

Last week’s rank: #4

‘Canes need to get back in the win column.

The Pick: Liberty 28- Bethlehem Catholic 20

5. Whitehall (7-1)

Last week’s rank: #5

Zephs get a real test this week.

The Pick: Parkland 42- Whitehall 21

6. Freedom (5-3)

Last week’s rank: #8

Pates are making a late season push, but can they stop Easton?

The Pick: Easton 27- Freedom 17

7. Northwestern (8-0)

Last week’s rank: #6

Tigers just waiting for the postseason.

The Pick: Northwestern 42- Tamaqua 7

8. Southern Lehigh (8-0)

Last week’s rank: #7

Rivalry game for the Spartans this week should be tougher than on paper.

The Pick: Southern Lehigh 35- Saucon Valley 14

9. Bethlehem Catholic (5-3)

Last week’s rank: #9

Hawks get a chance to stick it to Liberty.

The Pick: Liberty 28- Bethlehem Catholic 20

10. Notre Dame (8-0)

Last week’s rank: #10

Crusaders keep rolling.

The Pick: Notre Dame 45- Palmerton 17

• Last week’s record: 7-0

• Season record: 57-8