Week 3 FB ponderings and power poll

Is Aztec in the midst of reeling off an undefeated regular season?

The Tigers still have contests against Kirtland Central and Piedra Vista, not to mention Friday's rivalry game against the Bloomfield Bobcats, but 10-0 is a definite possibility.

Will it matter, though? Is this a case of a too-easy schedule or simply too much AHS firepower? It's a fair question if you look at the ridiculously challenging slates Artesia and Goddard -- in my opinion, the other two legit contenders in Class 4A -- are tackling.

Artesia (2-1) has Clovis, Las Cruces (maybe the top squad in the state) and Carlsbad still to play, and a season-ending matchup with Goddard. Likewise, the Rockets (3-0) have dates remaining with Rio Rancho, Carlsbad, Clovis and, of course, Artesia.

Right now, I'd think the best thing for Aztec would be a few close games. We'll call it the Bloomfield Syndrom, where a waltz through September and October doesn't necessarily bode well for late November and early December.

On to this week's San Juan County football power poll.

1. Aztec (3-0): Regardless of schedule, the Tigers have spent most of their time celebrating in the end zone.
2. Bloomfield (1-1): Just a remarkable performance for the Bobcats in last week's 30-27 victory over Kirtland.
3. Kirtland Central (1-2): Patience is the key at KC.
4. Piedra Vista (0-3): A win is a necessity Friday night against Durango.
5. Farmington (1-2): It's all about righting the ship following two disheartening setbacks.
6. Shiprock (3-0): The Chiefs are off this week, giving them time to appreciate how far they've come in a year.
7. Navajo Prep (0-3): It hasn't been a good start for the Eagles, who host Newcomb on Saturday.