The Gridiron Baker’s Dozen has 10 active teams remaining after the first round of the playoffs. Westview remains at the top of the poll for the 14th consecutive week, while Huntingdon remains the #2 team, and Lexington and Munford continue to contend for the top spots in the poll. Now, with the second round of playoffs in the books, WTN saw several teams’ seasons come to an end. How will the committe view a loss this week by either of the 8-4 teams?  How will the committee view teams with better records that are just outside the top 13?

No. 1 Westview (12-0): The Chargers continue to dominate opponents with a 58-13 win over Cheatham County last week to advance to the quarterfinals. Westview is on a 26-game winning streak and has won 39 of the last 40 games with Simpson at quarterback. Westview continues to look like the favorite to win the State Championship this season in Class 3A. Last week’s rankings: #1. Next week: Stewart Co. (10-2).

No. 2 Huntingdon (12-0): The Mustangs dominated Riverside 42-0 last week to advance to the quarterfinals. Huntingdon is on a 22-game winning streak and continues to separate themselves from the pack, showing why they are the defending Class 2A State Champions and are looking to make a run at a repeat. Last week’s rankings: #2. Next week: MASE (9-3).

No. 3 Lexington (12-0): The Tigers defeated Spring Hill 44-6 last week to advance to the quarterfinals and continue to show why they are a dominant force in WTN in Class 4A. Lexington’s defense continues to prove to be dominant, while the offense continues to show they are capable of scoring on anyone. Last week’s rankings: #3. Next week: Springfield (11-1).

No. 4 Munford (11-1): The Cougars defeated Station Camp 55-18 last week to advance to the quarterfinals and are looking like a team that will contend for the championship in Class 5A. The Cougars will continue to rely on the ground game led by Tay Starks. Last week’s rankings: #4. Next week: Kirkwood (11-1).

No. 5 USJ (10-1): The Bruins defeated Providence Christian 38-7 in the second round to advance to the quarterfinals. The Bruins’ defense has only allowed 2 scores in a game twice this year and also has 2 shutouts. Last week’s rankings: #7. Next week: Friendship Christian (10-2).

No. 6 McKenzie (10-2): McKenzie is coming off the 49-0 victory over Dresden to advance to the quarterfinals. The Rebels’ defense continues to show they are a championship-caliber squad, posting 4 shutouts this season. The offense, led by Cole Brown, has clicked on all cylinders, averaging more than 50 points/game since their loss in Week 3 of the season. Last week’s rankings: #8. Next week: Cornersville (12-0).

No. 7 Adamsville (11-1): Adamsville defeated Milan 35-27 last week to advance to the quarterfinals. The Cardinals have wins over several playoff-tested teams and continue to show they are a dominant force in Class 1A. JC Gray continues to show his leadership and skill set on offense and defense. Last week’s rankings: #9. Next week: East Nashville (9-3).

No. 8 Jackson Christian (10-2): The Eagles rebounded from the regular-season loss to USJ in the final week and have won back-to-back playoff games. JCS defeated MTCS 23-13 last week. Last week’s rankings: Unranked. Next week: Nashville Christian (9-2).

No. 9 Dyersburg (8-4): The Trojans finished 2nd in the region, and all 4 losses came from Class 4A and 5A teams and to the defending 3A State Champs. Now, the Trojans have back-to-back playoff wins and move into the quarterfinals with the 24-20 victory over Whites Creek. A win this week, and Dyersburg sets up a possible semifinals rematch with Westview. Last week’s rankings: Unranked. Next week: Fairview (12-0).

No. 10 Greenfield (8-4): The Yellow Jackets have moved into the rankings after finishing the season with 2 region victories and now back-to-back playoff wins. Greenfield defeated Eagleville on the road last week, 29-27, to advance to the quarterfinals. With a win this week, Greenfield would set up a potential semifinals matchup with McKenzie. Last week’s rankings: Unranked. Next week: Wayne County (6-6).

No. 11 Crockett County (10-2): The Cavaliers’ season came to an end last week with a 19-14 loss to Marshall County. Last week’s rankings: #5.

No. 12 Haywood (9-3): The Tomcats’ season came to an end last week with a loss to Springfield, 41-26. Last week’s rankings: #6.

No. 13 TIE

TCA (9-2): The Lions’ season came to an end last week with a quarterfinal loss to Nashville Christian, 42-21. Last week’s rankings: #10.

Humboldt (10-2): Humboldt’s season came to an end last week with a loss to Wayne County, 22-14. Last week’s rankings: #11.

Teams that also received votes: Milan (9-3), Covington (8-4), South Fulton (10-2).

The Gridiron Baker’s Dozen is voted on by area coaches/former coaches, sports writers, and media. Results are calculated based on the AP Top 25 Format.