The defending state-champion Lions dropped out of our power rankings this week after losing their season opener to Queen Creek American Leadership. But that doesn't necessarily mean they won't be back in the top-seven later in the year. Remember: Pusch Ridge dropped its season opener in 2015, then won 13 straight games — and a state championship.
Dropped out: Pusch Ridge Christian (3) 0-1
Pusch Ridge's James Raica (42) speeds past a Cholla defender during the third quarter of the Pusch Ridge vs. Cholla high school football game at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy in Tucson, Ariz., Friday, Sept. 25, 2015. Pusch Ridge won 34-28. Mike Christy / Arizona Daily Star
