Post-Gazette high school sports insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes recap a busy week in football news around the WPIAL and City League.

What do the guys make of Shady Side Academy's controversial forfeit to Clairton? Should there be repercussions?

Why was the offensive battle between North Catholic and Blackhawk one of the highlights of the week — and how has the Cougars' Brayden McCarthy been able to lead the district in rushing despite his team frequently playing from behind?

What have Southmoreland's Dawson Wolfe and Ringgold's Amoni Ward done to get the guys' attention?

Also, who do they like in the highlight games of this week, including Penn-Trafford vs. Woodland Hills, Aliquippa vs. Mars and Thomas Jefferson vs. Avonworth?

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