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This week’s top high school football games

Jake Flores of JSerra poses for a photo in the school's weight room.
JSerra’s offfensive line is led by Jake Flores, a 6-foot-6, 270-pound tackle.
(Eric Sondheimer / Los Angeles Times)
EL SEGUNDO, CA-AUGUST 14, 2019: Eric Sondheimer, Prep Sports Columnist, Los Angeles Times
By Eric Sondheimer
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A look at this week’s top high school football games:

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JSerra (3-0) vs. San Diego Lincoln (2-1) at San Diego Southwestern College, 7 p.m.

The six Trinity League teams are a combined 16-1, and JSerra has been impressive showing off a solid defense, led by linebacker Madden Faraimo and defensive end Simote Katoanga. Quarterback Ryan Hopkins has been consistent leading the offense. Lincoln, the No. 1 team in the San Diego Section, is led by quarterback Akili Smith Jr., who has passed for 827 yards and six touchdowns. The pick: JSerra.

Brentwood (2-1) at Palisades (3-0), 7 p.m.

It’s test time for Palisades, which has had few issues playing City Section opponents. Junior quarterback Jack Thomas will face a challenge from Brentwood’s strong pass rush. The pick: Brentwood.

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Eric Sondheimer

Eric Sondheimer is the prep sports columnist for the Los Angeles Times. He has been honored seven times by the California Prep Sportswriters Assn. for best prep sports column.

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