The high school football picks column had a strong start in the playoff season, going 13-1 in last week’s opening round. This brings the season record to an impressive 153-58. The stakes are high for the second round, with some close matchups on the horizon. Here’s a look at this week’s predictions:

Foothill at Liberty

Stat to watch: Liberty has secured a playoff win every season since 2009.
Prediction: Liberty 43, Foothill 9

Basic at Arbor View

The Aggies won’t let Basic stand in their way of a shot at the state title.
Prediction: Arbor View 49, Basic 0

Desert Pines at Coronado

Coronado aims to knock Desert Pines out of the playoffs for a second straight year.
Prediction: Coronado 40, Desert Pines 16

Shadow Ridge at Legacy

Legacy dominated this matchup in the regular season and is poised to do so again.
Prediction: Legacy 31, Shadow Ridge 23

Green Valley at Faith Lutheran

Faith Lutheran is the team to beat in Class 5A-Division II.
Prediction: Faith Lutheran 38, Green Valley 13

Desert Oasis at Las Vegas

Desert Oasis will struggle against the formidable Las Vegas defense.
Prediction: Las Vegas 33, Desert Oasis 24

Cimarron-Memorial at Somerset Losee

After breaking their playoff win drought last week, Cimarron may have to wait until next season for another.
Prediction: Losee 42, Cimarron 8

Eldorado at Spring Valley

Expect a tight game.
Prediction: Spring Valley 19, Eldorado 17

Clark at Centennial

This one could go either way.
Prediction: Centennial 23, Clark 21

Slam Nevada vs. Pahrump

Some anticipate an upset, but we’re sticking with Slam.
Prediction: Slam 34, Pahrump 12

Virgin Valley at Moapa Valley

A familiar matchup with Moapa Valley looking to come out on top again.
Prediction: Moapa Valley 27, Virgin Valley 11

Cheyenne at Mojave

Mojave is the favorite to capture the Class 4A title.
Prediction: Mojave 45, Cheyenne 0

Chaparral at Canyon Springs

It’s tough to pick against the Cowboys, but Canyon Springs has the edge.
Prediction: Canyon Springs 30, Chaparral 20