Becker at Hutchinson
7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 1

When Becker and Hutchinson take the field on Thursday, they will represent the state's only Class 4A champions from the past four seasons. The Bulldogs captured state titles the last two years while the Tigers put together perfect seasons in 2012 and 2013. 

Despite going through the rebuilding process, Hutchinson almost made last year's state tournament, falling to Marshall 31-28 in the Section 2 title game. The Tigers look to take the next step as they bring back a proven runner in senior Isaiah Nelson (878 yards, 7 TDs as a junior).

Becker could be entering a rebuilding phase as the Bulldogs must replace their entire backfield.