Friday Night Frights on the menu for NJ High School Football

NEW JERSEY (Rutgers Football App)- It is fitting that some of these key games this week are happening on the infamous date of Friday the 13th. There are going to be some great battles across the State of New Jersey for week two action.

Randolph at Mount Olive, Friday, September 13, 2024 -(Morris County)- This is going to be a classic Morris County battle at Mount Olive. Better known as the "Ship", as it is one of the largest New Randolph Head Coach Dave Albano didn't waste any time getting his first win at Randolph with a thrilling overtime win over Morristown 23-22 in overtime. Mount Olive defensive coordinator Dave Benfatti will have his hands full trying to stop the Randolph offense, who has an offensive line that is big and physical. Jerry "the King" with the pick is good segment on the Rutgers Football App Instgram predicted Mount Olive 20, Randolph 6.

Your Pre Game Pizza Pick is at Joe Anthony's in Flanders with a Margherita Slice.

Irvington at West Orange, Friday, September 13, 2024 -(Essex County) - West Orange is 1-5 against Irvington in their last six meetings, with the last win coming in 2011, that was a 34-0 shutout. Senior Quarterback Charlie LaMorte will need to use all of his offensive weapons with receivers Terell Wilfong and David Moore. The Mountaineer offensive has only scored 35 points against Irvington in the last five games. The current football staff at West Orange has not had a win over Irvington, but they did beat West Orange 33-16 when they were the staff for the Blue Knights.

Jerry "the King" with the pick is good segment on the Rutgers Football App Instgram predicted West Orange 27, Irvington 16.

Your Pre Game Pizza Pick is at Pizza Terminal in Verona with a Sicilian Slice

Mountain Lakes at Hanover Park, Friday, September 13, 2024 -(Morris County) - It has been a long time since the Herd has started a season 0-2, but this Mountain Lakes and they will figure it and continue to improves as the 15 new starters start to get more varisty reps. Hanover Park had a solid win over Madison in week 1 action with a balanced offensive attack. The Hornets nest will be buzzing for this matchup. Jerry "the King" with the pick is good segment on the Rutgers Football App Instgram predicted Hanover Park 27, Mountain Lakes 16.

Your Pre Game Pick is at Sorrento Bakery with a dessert combo

Jackson at Toms River North, Friday, September 13, 2024 -(Ocean County) - When you lose the Gatorade Player of the year in Micha Ford, you would think the Toms River North machine would slow down. This is not the case, Ford earned the starting running back spot at Standford as a freshman, and the Mariners have managed to continue their run. Doesn't hurt when you have one of the best linemen in the state in Ja'eylne Matthews, who will be headed to Rutgers next fall. Jackson will travel to Toms River North for this contest and will have to be solid in all three phases of the game. North has scored a massive 66 points on offense in only two games, while only giving up two points. Brian Nassan with the pick is good segment on the Rutgers Football App Instgram predicted Toms River North 27, Jackson 6.

Your Pre Game Pizza Pick is at Shore Slice on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk with a classic plain slice of pizza.

Hillsborough at Ridge, Friday, September 13, 2024 -(Somerset County) - The Red Devils (0-1) lost the first game of the year in a tough game against St Joe's Metuchen 37-24. Hillsborough (1-1), who was listed in the NJ pre-season poll top 25, has been battle tested in the first two week of the season. Losing week 1 to Somerville 21-20, then rebounding against Union 21-14. This one should come down to the wire. Brian Nassan with the pick is good segment on the Rutgers Football App Instgram predicted Hillsbrough 28, Ridge 27.

Your Pre Game Pizza Pick is at Bella Pizza for a regular slice.

New Jersey High School Games of the WeekPhoto byRutgers Football App