Football rankings

1. San Benito: One of two teams in the tri-region 5-0.
2. Palma: Used the bye to gear up for another Gabilan Division run.
3. Salinas: Defense hasn't allowed a touchdown in the last 11 quarters.
4. Carmel: Has an offense that travels well.
5. Monte Vista: Say what you want, but 5-0 is 5-0.
6. Seaside: Shutdown defense has them rekindling the past.
7. North Salinas: Put together its best offensive effort last week.
8. Pacific Grove: A title contender as long as Noah Cryns is healthy.
9. Soledad: Still has not allowed a point in the third quarter.
10. Alvarez: Put forth a competitive effort in a loss to San Benito.
 On the bubble:  Stevenson, King City, Gilroy.