The Denver Post’s Post Preps Top 10 rankings for Colorado high school football’s third week have begun to take shape, highlighting a fierce 5A-4A clash between Mountain Vista and Montrose while confirming Cherry Creek’s dominance at the top of the 5A ladder.
Week 3 Rankings and Key Matchups
Cherry Creek sits No. 1 in 5A with a perfect 2-0 record and an ongoing 29-game win streak that has stretched back to the 2023 season, a run that includes a decisive victory over Ralston Valley. In their most recent outing, sophomore Alijah Landrum-Hamilton caught three touchdown passes, underscoring his role as a primary weapon in the Eagles’ offense.
Valor Christian, despite a setback against Mater Dei, is slated to meet Cherry Creek on September 18, while Grandview has climbed into the rankings after a rugged road win at Legend and two convincing blowout victories that showcased their depth and offensive firepower.
In the 4A division, Montrose, the top-ranked team, will host Mountain Vista on September 11 in a high‑stakes showdown that could determine the early season leader. Meanwhile, Broomfield’s Brody Reidle impressed with an average of 6.4 yards per carry in a Week 2 win over Monarch, and Fort Collins improved to 3-0 after defeating Rock Canyon, earning a September 11 date with Regis Jesuit.
Other notable performances include Cherokee Trail’s Bryson Peterson, who threw four touchdown passes in Week 2, and the upcoming slate that features Cherry Creek versus Legend, Montrose versus Mountain Vista, and Broomfield versus Erie, with several programs enjoying bye weeks.