With Week 6 upon us, league races will begin to heat up and playoff spots will be up for grabs.

Some teams had statement wins, some stayed in the hunt for a title or playoff spot and others saw their chances for either fading after last week’s results.

Buckeye Central (0-5, 0-2) at Bucyrus (2-3, 1-1)

Buckeye Central narrowly missed ending its 26-game losing streak when they fell to Upper Sandusky, 34-26. But the good news for Bucks fans is that the offense finally showed signs of life after scoring only once in the first four games.

BC quarterback Aiden McDougal had a breakout game, completing 14 of 21 passes for 213 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 140 yards and two scores. Jacob Maxhimer rushed for 176 yards and a score.

Bucyrus went on the road and got a big win over Carey — the Redmen’s first over the Blue Devils in the N10 — despite being outgained 253-188. Bucyrus capitalized on three fumbles lost by Carey, the last in the end zone with less than a minute left.

The Redmen rushed effectively — if not dynamically — 113 yards as quarterback Ben Seibert punched in both touchdowns from the one and Tyler Bishop added a field goal.

This could be a trap game for Bucyrus, especially since the Bucks seem to have found some offense.

Seneca East (5-0, 2-0) at Wynford (3-2, 2-0)

These two were seen in the preseason by many to be the N10 favorites and this midseason showdown doesn’t disappoint. Even though Wynford stumbled out of the gate in the non-league schedule, the Royals’ 56-14 victory over cross-county rival Colonel Crawford showed they are still among the league’s elite.

Wynford quarterback Dustin Brady is third in the league in passing with 811 yards and eight touchdowns. His favorite target is Seth Benedict, who is second in the N10 in receiving with 340 yards on 19 catches and two touchdowns.

The Wynford defense, second in the loop in points allowed at 15.8, will be tested by the Tigers’ top-ranked offense, scoring at a 37.6 clip per contest.

Chase Daniel leads the N10 in passing with 1035 yards on 67 completions and 11 touchdowns. Skyler Walker is second in rushing with 564 yards and eight touchdowns.

This game is as big as they get midseason. The winner is in the driver’s seat for the N10 title and is in great shape in the playoff picture.

Leipsic (5-0, 3-0) at Crestline (2-3, 1-2)

Crestline is finding the Blanchard Valley Conference to be some rough sledding. The Bulldogs were shut out at Arlington last week, 33-0. Their reward is the honor of hosting undefeated Leipsic. The Vikings have outscored their opponents 178-76 and currently sit second in Division VII, Region 26.

Crestline occupies the No. 15 slot in the same region, so an upset would vault the Bulldogs back into contention for a playoff berth.

If Crestline can survive this week, the schedule softens a bit the last four games.

Colonel Crawford (3-2, 1-1) at Mohawk (2-3, 0-2)

Colonel Crawford took a bucket of water to the face in last week’s loss to Wynford. So, the Eagles will look to rebound this week with their trip to Sycamore.

The one stable part of the Colonel Crawford offense is the running of Tristan Cross, who rushed for 112 yards on 25 carries at Wynford. Cross continues to lead the N10 in rushing with 742 yards and eight touchdowns.

The Eagles face a team in Mohawk that is also run-oriented. The Warriors are the only team in the league that passes less than Colonel Crawford. Jesse Leeth is third in the league with 403 yards and five touchdowns.

Mohawk desperately needs this game to salvage something on the season and the Eagles try to stay in the league and playoff races. Colonel Crawford is currently seventh in Division VI, Region 22.

Clear Fork (3-2, 0-1) at Galion (5-0, 2-0)

Galion continues to run roughshod over its schedule, including last week’s 42-18 handling of Marion Harding. The Tigers’ defense has only given up 37 points in five games.

Clear Fork suffered a mild upset, 20-14, to River Valley last week and the Colts are now in the ninth position in Division IV, Region 14, looking up at Galion in the No. 1 spot.

Tigers’ quarterback continues to lead the MOAC in passing with 910 yards and 10 touchdowns. Isaiah Alsip also leads in receiving with 384 yards and five scores.

Clear Fork signal caller Brennan South is right behind Frankhouse with 865 yards and 11 touchdowns. Ashton Lyon is third in receiving with 259 yards and two scores.

The Colts have averaged 30 points per game so this one has the makings of a shootout.

Other games

Carey at Upper Sandusky

Eat Knox at Northmor

Ridgedale at Berne Union