In the college football recruiting world, the first few games of the high school season remain among the most important evaluation times. Several uncommitted prospects have made a strong impression including Nazareth quarterback Logan Malachuk and Cary-Grove's Logan Abrams.

Naperville Central kicker Gavin Ellison, who had nailed the upright on a PAT and also missed a field goal wide, turned himself into a hero and another memorable cross-town performer after his 25-yard field with 1:25 left gave his team a thrilling 24-21 won over Naperville North.

The new Southwest Valley Conference, a one-year trial run for football only combining teams from the DuPage Valley and Southwest Suburban, has a chance to be the IHSA's most entertaining conference, says EdgyTim.

Oregon recruit Jonas Williams is at Lincoln-Way East. DeKalb is loaded with returning starters. Here are team breakdowns, five players to watch, five can't miss games and Steve Soucie's predictions in the Southwest Valley Conference preview.

What's the latest on the recruitment of St. Charles North senior quarterback Ethan Plumb? EdgyTim has the latest update, plus updates on some of the other top seniors in Illinois including West Aurora receiver Terrence Smith and Naperville North receiver Quinn Morris.